Specifications
- Typical Machine Length
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45.1ft
- Installed Power
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2548HP
- Haulage System
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AC
- Applicable Minimum Pan Width
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40.6in
- Cutting Power
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2 × 500 kW @ 50 Hz (2 × 805 hp @ 60 Hz)
- Available Haulage Motors
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2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp)
- Body Height
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20.5in
- Cutting Drum Diameter
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1.40-2.30 m (55-91 in)
- Haulage Pull
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Up to 920 kN/206,824 lbf (Up to 91 tonnes/100 tons)
- Haulage Speed
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Up to 32 m/min (Up to 105 ft/min)
- Height Range
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1.80-4.50 m (71-177 in)
- Machine Weight - Approximate
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77ton (US)
- Operating Voltage
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2300V, 3300V, 4160V
- Pump Motor
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67HP
- Coal Sizer
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134HP
- Seam Range
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1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)
- Haulage Power
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2 × 125 kW @ 50 Hz (2 × 168 hp @ 60 Hz)
Electrical Control Box - ECB2
- Type (1)
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This flameproof module contains the majority of the shearer electrical control and power distribution components.
- Type (2)
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High current carrying capacity of 400 amps and can accommodate trailing cables up to 185 mm2 (2.9 in2).
- Type (3)
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All internal chassis can be ‘bench built,' tested and stored.
- Type (4)
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This unit also contains high voltage (HV) fuses, earth leakage and a visible disconnect.
- Type (5)
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An extremely powerful PMC Evo-S control system with state-of-the-art Ethernet communication and backup functionality.
- Type (6)
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This unit contains cutter motor contactors, circuit breakers, control transformer and current monitoring.
- Type (7)
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Box contains various low voltage (LV) circuit breakers which can be reset through the flame proof (FLP) cover, reducing downtime
Health Monitoring
- Type (1)
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This system monitors oil levels and temperatures, flows, pressures and vibration.
- Type (2)
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A comprehensive health monitoring system is available.
Dimensions (Approximate) - Mid-Low
- AFC Pan Width - Maximum
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53in
- AFC Pan Width - Minimum
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41in
- Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate
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12in
- Cutting Height - Maximum
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163in
- Cutting Height - Minimum
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75in
- Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum
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75in
- Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal
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537in
- Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points
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336in
- Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers
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238in
- Height - Top of Machine Main Body
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58.8in
- Machine Height - Over Main Body
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58.8in
- Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width
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45.3in
- Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter
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75in
- Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum
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111in
- Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor
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28.3in
- Vertical Tunnel Clearance
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25.5in
Machine @ 50 Hz
- Available Cutting Power
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2 x 500 kW (2 x 671 hp); 2 x 620 kW (2 x 831 hp); 2 x 750 kW (2 x 1,006 hp)
- Body Height
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23.6in
- Cutting Drum Diameter
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1600-2500 mm (63-98.5 in)
- Cutting Drum Speed
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32.8, 37.4 and 45.2 rpm
- Haulage Motor
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2 x 125 kW (2 x 168 hp)
- Haulage Pull
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Up to 945 kN (96 tons)
- Haulage Speed
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Up to 30.1 m/min (98.8 ft/min)
- Haulage System
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AC inverter drive
- Installed Power
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Up to 1780 kW (Up to 2,387 hp)
- Machine Weight - Approximate
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69ton (US)
- Minimum Pan Width
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40.6in
- Operating Voltage
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3300V
- Pump Motor
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40HP
- Seam Range
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1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)
- Typical Machine Length - Drum Centers
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46.4ft
Water Material
- Type (1)
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All hose assemblies are to ISO 6805 and proof tested to EN ISO 1402.
- Type (2)
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This shearer is available with onboard filtration, dust suppression spray bars, shearer clearers and ranging arm spray rings.
- Type (3)
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The hoses are assembled to Hose Assembly Standard DIN20066:201-10.
Haulage Unit - HU125
- Maximum Machine Speed
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93.66ft/min
- Pull at Maximum Speed
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472.75 kN/106,278 lbf (48.40 tonnes/53.35 tons)
- Speed at Maximum Pull
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46.83ft/min
- Total Machine Pull
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945.51 kN/212,559 lbf (96.80 tonnes/106.70 tons)
- Type (1)
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Quillshaft transmission protection
- Type (2)
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Integral water cooling @ 9 L/min (2 gal/min)
- Type (3)
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Integral monitoring transducers
- Type (4)
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Maximum oil capacity of 25 L (7 gal)
- Type (5)
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Transmission reduction of 137:1
- Type (6)
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Maximum power rating 125 kW (168 hp)
- Type (7)
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This unit has a haulage motor rating of 125 kW (168 hp)
Ranging Arms - RA750
- Type (1)
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Transmission rating of 750 kW @ 37.4 rpm and above
- Type (2)
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Maximum drum diameter of 2500 mm (98 in)
- Type (3)
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Square drum hub (440 mm [17.3 in] across flats)
- Type (4)
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A robust cowl drive mechanism is also available on this model
- Type (5)
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Online vibration monitoring with VibraGuard
- Type (6)
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Available cutter motors - 500 kW, 620 kW and 750 kW, @ 50 Hz (800 hp, 1,000 hp and 1,200 hp, @ 60 Hz)
- Type (7)
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Choice of drum speeds
- Type (8)
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Complete with 32 mm (1.3 in) bore, through shaft PFF/PBF wet cutting
- Type (9)
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Integral monitoring transducers
- Type (10)
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Quillshaft transmission protection
- Type (11)
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Maximum oil capacity of 28 L (7 gal) in high speed compartment and 30 L (8 gal) in the epicyclic
Machine Automation and Communication
- Level of Automation (1)
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State-based shearer automation “Navigator 2”
- Level of Automation (2)
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Zone-based automation “Navigator 1”
- Level of Automation (3)
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“Longwall Navigator” for improved face alignment and horizon control
- Level of Automation (4)
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Integrated longwall automation with “Navigator 2 + 3”
- Type (1)
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PMC Evo-S control system allows the shearer to be operated even if the overall control system is not functioning.
- Type (2)
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The shearer is equipped with a state-of-the-art industry PC in a flame-proof housing with plenty of computing power.
- Type (3)
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State-of-the-art industry PC allows flexibility to upgrade to future features such as condition monitoring.
- Type (4)
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Unlike competitor systems, modularity of the longwall system & control allows the longwall to operate in “fault-tolerant” mode.
- Type (5)
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In other words, integrated automation does not prevent control via individual PLC's in order to keep production up and running.
- Type (6)
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PMC Evo-S control system with state-of-the-art Ethernet communication and backup functionality.
- Type (7)
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This shearer has a state-of-the-art distributed automation system for the control, monitoring and protection of the shearer.
- Type (8)
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A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) takes care of basic machine control tasks, ensuring that coal is produced.
- Type (9)
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Industry-leading Automation from the Pioneer of State-based Automation.
- Type (10)
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Its modular design allows it to be configured to meet individual control needs.
Downdrive - DD125
- Type (1)
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Suitable for all current rack type systems
- Type (2)
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Transmission rating of 125 kW (168 hp)
- Type (3)
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Maximum haulage pull 945 kN (107 tons)
- Type (4)
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Innovative and unique downdrive design
- Type (5)
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Removable modular top drive wheel assembly (cartridge)
- Type (6)
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Downdrive ratio 17T—23T—10T (two wheel configuration)
- Type (7)
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Trapping shoe with replaceable wear inserts, safe and easy to replace (unique to Caterpillar)
- Type (8)
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Fully removable, rehandable, modular gearbox
Haulage Transformer Box - HTB2
- Type (1)
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Module contains drive system circuit breaker and one 250 kW, 600V AC inverter drive, with regenerative braking module.
- Type (2)
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This flameproof module contains the main 253 kVA haulage transformer, power supplies and auxiliary transformer.
Electrical Material
- Type (1)
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This model of shearer is available with headlights, cameras, methane monitoring, end displays and audible alarms.
- Type (2)
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All electrical material is designed and certified to IEC standards and also complies with other regional and national standards.
Dimensions (Approximate) - Low
- AFC Pan Width - Maximum
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53in
- AFC Pan Width - Minimum
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41in
- Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate
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12in
- Cutting Height - Maximum
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155in
- Cutting Height - Minimum
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71in
- Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum
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63in
- Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal
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537in
- Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points
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336in
- Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers
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254in
- Height - Top of Machine Main Body
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56.8in
- Machine Height - Over Main Body
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56.8in
- Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width
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45.3in
- Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter
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63in
- Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum
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111in
- Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor
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24in
- Vertical Tunnel Clearance
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23.5in
Dimensions (Approximate) - Mid-High
- AFC Pan Width - Maximum
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53in
- AFC Pan Width - Minimum
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41in
- Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate
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12in
- Cutting Height - Maximum
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172in
- Cutting Height - Minimum
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87in
- Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum
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87in
- Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal
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537in
- Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points
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336in
- Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers
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260in
- Height - Top of Machine Main Body
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61.8in
- Machine Height - Over Main Body
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61.8in
- Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width
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45.3in
- Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter
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87in
- Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum
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111in
- Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor
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31.2in
- Vertical Tunnel Clearance
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28.5in
Powerpack - PP2
- Type (1)
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Operating system pressure of 260 bar (3,770 psi)
- Type (2)
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Integral monitoring transducers
- Type (3)
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For use with ISO 68 or ISO 100 hydraulic oils
- Type (4)
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Robust hydraulic reservoir of 165 L (43.6 gal) capacity
- Type (5)
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This unit has a pump motor rating of 30 kW @ 50 Hz (48 hp @ 60 Hz)
- Type (6)
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Fixed displacement pump, with a capacity of 50 L/min (13.21 gal/min)
- Type (7)
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Available with 6 section valve bank
Hydraulic Material
- Type (1)
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All hose and hosing is in compliance with guideline MDG 41 and MSHA regulations.
- Type (2)
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The hoses are assembled to Hose Assembly Standard DIN20066:201-10.
- Type (3)
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All hose assemblies are to ISO 6805 and proof tested to EN ISO 1402.
Options
- Type (1)
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Available with Machine Parking Brake
- Type (2)
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Available with Machine Position Encoder
Mainframe - MF2
- Type (1)
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Maximum protection of electrical boxes, providing the highest level of flameproof integrity
- Type (2)
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Improved access for maintenance and ease of overhaul and repair
- Type (3)
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Versatility of application due to fully modular construction
- Type (4)
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High structural integrity and absorption of all cutting and haulage forces, providing maximum protection for all major units
- Type (5)
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A split mainframe is available in case of transportation limitations
Dimensions (Approximate) - High
- AFC Pan Width - Maximum
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53in
- AFC Pan Width - Minimum
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41in
- Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate
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12in
- Cutting Height - Maximum
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180in
- Cutting Height - Minimum
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98in
- Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum
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98in
- Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal
-
537in
- Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points
-
336in
- Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers
-
238in
- Height - Top of Machine Main Body
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64.8in
- Machine Height - Over Main Body
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64.8in
- Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width
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45.3in
- Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter
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98in
- Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum
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111in
- Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor
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34in
- Vertical Tunnel Clearance
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31.5in
Machine @ 60 Hz
- Available Cutting Power
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2 x 597 kW (2 x 800 hp); 2 x 746 kW (2 x 1,000 hp); 2 x 895 kW (2 x 1,200 hp)
- Body Height
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23.6in
- Cutting Drum Diameter
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1600-2500 mm (63-98.5 in)
- Cutting Drum Speed
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39.4, 44.9 and 54.3 rpm
- Haulage Motor
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2 x 125 kW (2 x 168 hp)
- Haulage Pull
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Up to 1049 kN (107 tons)
- Haulage Speed
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Up to 30 m/min (98.5 ft/min)
- Haulage System
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AC inverter drive
- Installed Power
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Up to 1780 kW (Up to 2,387 hp)
- Machine Weight - Approximate
-
77ton (US)
- Minimum Pan Width
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40.6in
- Operating Voltage
-
4160V
- Pump Motor
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40HP
- Seam Range
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1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)
- Typical Machine Length - Drum Centers
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46.2ft