EL2000 Longwall Shearer

Specifications

Typical Machine Length

45.1ft

Installed Power

2548HP

Haulage System

AC

Applicable Minimum Pan Width

40.6in

Cutting Power

2 × 500 kW @ 50 Hz (2 × 805 hp @ 60 Hz)

Available Haulage Motors

2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp)

Body Height

20.5in

Cutting Drum Diameter

1.40-2.30 m (55-91 in)

Haulage Pull

Up to 920 kN/206,824 lbf (Up to 91 tonnes/100 tons)

Haulage Speed

Up to 32 m/min (Up to 105 ft/min)

Height Range

1.80-4.50 m (71-177 in)

Machine Weight - Approximate

77ton (US)

Operating Voltage

2300V, 3300V, 4160V

Pump Motor

67HP

Coal Sizer

134HP

Seam Range

1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)

Haulage Power

2 × 125 kW @ 50 Hz (2 × 168 hp @ 60 Hz)

Electrical Control Box - ECB2

Type (1)

This flameproof module contains the majority of the shearer electrical control and power distribution components.

Type (2)

High current carrying capacity of 400 amps and can accommodate trailing cables up to 185 mm2 (2.9 in2).

Type (3)

All internal chassis can be ‘bench built,' tested and stored.

Type (4)

This unit also contains high voltage (HV) fuses, earth leakage and a visible disconnect.

Type (5)

An extremely powerful PMC Evo-S control system with state-of-the-art Ethernet communication and backup functionality.

Type (6)

This unit contains cutter motor contactors, circuit breakers, control transformer and current monitoring.

Type (7)

Box contains various low voltage (LV) circuit breakers which can be reset through the flame proof (FLP) cover, reducing downtime

Health Monitoring

Type (1)

This system monitors oil levels and temperatures, flows, pressures and vibration.

Type (2)

A comprehensive health monitoring system is available.

Dimensions (Approximate) - Mid-Low

AFC Pan Width - Maximum

53in

AFC Pan Width - Minimum

41in

Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate

12in

Cutting Height - Maximum

163in

Cutting Height - Minimum

75in

Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum

75in

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

58.8in

Machine Height - Over Main Body

58.8in

Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width

45.3in

Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter

75in

Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum

111in

Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor

28.3in

Vertical Tunnel Clearance

25.5in

Machine @ 50 Hz

Available Cutting Power

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

23.6in

Cutting Drum Diameter

1600-2500 mm (63-98.5 in)

Cutting Drum Speed

32.8, 37.4 and 45.2 rpm

Haulage Motor

2 x 125 kW (2 x 168 hp)

Haulage Pull

Up to 945 kN (96 tons)

Haulage Speed

Up to 30.1 m/min (98.8 ft/min)

Haulage System

AC inverter drive

Installed Power

Up to 1780 kW (Up to 2,387 hp)

Machine Weight - Approximate

69ton (US)

Minimum Pan Width

40.6in

Operating Voltage

3300V

Pump Motor

40HP

Seam Range

1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)

Typical Machine Length - Drum Centers

46.4ft

Water Material

Type (1)

All hose assemblies are to ISO 6805 and proof tested to EN ISO 1402.

Type (2)

This shearer is available with onboard filtration, dust suppression spray bars, shearer clearers and ranging arm spray rings.

Type (3)

The hoses are assembled to Hose Assembly Standard DIN20066:201-10.

Haulage Unit - HU125

Maximum Machine Speed

93.66ft/min

Pull at Maximum Speed

472.75 kN/106,278 lbf (48.40 tonnes/53.35 tons)

Speed at Maximum Pull

46.83ft/min

Total Machine Pull

945.51 kN/212,559 lbf (96.80 tonnes/106.70 tons)

Type (1)

Quillshaft transmission protection

Type (2)

Integral water cooling @ 9 L/min (2 gal/min)

Type (3)

Integral monitoring transducers

Type (4)

Maximum oil capacity of 25 L (7 gal)

Type (5)

Transmission reduction of 137:1

Type (6)

Maximum power rating 125 kW (168 hp)

Type (7)

This unit has a haulage motor rating of 125 kW (168 hp)

Ranging Arms - RA750

Type (1)

Transmission rating of 750 kW @ 37.4 rpm and above

Type (2)

Maximum drum diameter of 2500 mm (98 in)

Type (3)

Square drum hub (440 mm [17.3 in] across flats)

Type (4)

A robust cowl drive mechanism is also available on this model

Type (5)

Online vibration monitoring with VibraGuard

Type (6)

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)

Choice of drum speeds

Type (8)

Complete with 32 mm (1.3 in) bore, through shaft PFF/PBF wet cutting

Type (9)

Integral monitoring transducers

Type (10)

Quillshaft transmission protection

Type (11)

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)

State-based shearer automation “Navigator 2”

Level of Automation (2)

Zone-based automation “Navigator 1”

Level of Automation (3)

“Longwall Navigator” for improved face alignment and horizon control

Level of Automation (4)

Integrated longwall automation with “Navigator 2 + 3”

Type (1)

PMC Evo-S control system allows the shearer to be operated even if the overall control system is not functioning.

Type (2)

The shearer is equipped with a state-of-the-art industry PC in a flame-proof housing with plenty of computing power.

Type (3)

State-of-the-art industry PC allows flexibility to upgrade to future features such as condition monitoring.

Type (4)

Unlike competitor systems, modularity of the longwall system & control allows the longwall to operate in “fault-tolerant” mode.

Type (5)

In other words, integrated automation does not prevent control via individual PLC's in order to keep production up and running.

Type (6)

PMC Evo-S control system with state-of-the-art Ethernet communication and backup functionality.

Type (7)

This shearer has a state-of-the-art distributed automation system for the control, monitoring and protection of the shearer.

Type (8)

A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) takes care of basic machine control tasks, ensuring that coal is produced.

Type (9)

Industry-leading Automation from the Pioneer of State-based Automation.

Type (10)

Its modular design allows it to be configured to meet individual control needs.

Downdrive - DD125

Type (1)

Suitable for all current rack type systems

Type (2)

Transmission rating of 125 kW (168 hp)

Type (3)

Maximum haulage pull 945 kN (107 tons)

Type (4)

Innovative and unique downdrive design

Type (5)

Removable modular top drive wheel assembly (cartridge)

Type (6)

Downdrive ratio 17T—23T—10T (two wheel configuration)

Type (7)

Trapping shoe with replaceable wear inserts, safe and easy to replace (unique to Caterpillar)

Type (8)

Fully removable, rehandable, modular gearbox

Haulage Transformer Box - HTB2

Type (1)

Module contains drive system circuit breaker and one 250 kW, 600V AC inverter drive, with regenerative braking module.

Type (2)

This flameproof module contains the main 253 kVA haulage transformer, power supplies and auxiliary transformer.

Electrical Material

Type (1)

This model of shearer is available with headlights, cameras, methane monitoring, end displays and audible alarms.

Type (2)

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

53in

AFC Pan Width - Minimum

41in

Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate

12in

Cutting Height - Maximum

155in

Cutting Height - Minimum

71in

Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum

63in

Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal

537in

Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points

336in

Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers

254in

Height - Top of Machine Main Body

56.8in

Machine Height - Over Main Body

56.8in

Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width

45.3in

Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter

63in

Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum

111in

Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor

24in

Vertical Tunnel Clearance

23.5in

Dimensions (Approximate) - Mid-High

AFC Pan Width - Maximum

53in

AFC Pan Width - Minimum

41in

Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate

12in

Cutting Height - Maximum

172in

Cutting Height - Minimum

87in

Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum

87in

Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal

537in

Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points

336in

Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers

260in

Height - Top of Machine Main Body

61.8in

Machine Height - Over Main Body

61.8in

Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width

45.3in

Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter

87in

Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum

111in

Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor

31.2in

Vertical Tunnel Clearance

28.5in

Powerpack - PP2

Type (1)

Operating system pressure of 260 bar (3,770 psi)

Type (2)

Integral monitoring transducers

Type (3)

For use with ISO 68 or ISO 100 hydraulic oils

Type (4)

Robust hydraulic reservoir of 165 L (43.6 gal) capacity

Type (5)

This unit has a pump motor rating of 30 kW @ 50 Hz (48 hp @ 60 Hz)

Type (6)

Fixed displacement pump, with a capacity of 50 L/min (13.21 gal/min)

Type (7)

Available with 6 section valve bank

Hydraulic Material

Type (1)

All hose and hosing is in compliance with guideline MDG 41 and MSHA regulations.

Type (2)

The hoses are assembled to Hose Assembly Standard DIN20066:201-10.

Type (3)

All hose assemblies are to ISO 6805 and proof tested to EN ISO 1402.

Options

Type (1)

Available with Machine Parking Brake

Type (2)

Available with Machine Position Encoder

Mainframe - MF2

Type (1)

Maximum protection of electrical boxes, providing the highest level of flameproof integrity

Type (2)

Improved access for maintenance and ease of overhaul and repair

Type (3)

Versatility of application due to fully modular construction

Type (4)

High structural integrity and absorption of all cutting and haulage forces, providing maximum protection for all major units

Type (5)

A split mainframe is available in case of transportation limitations

Dimensions (Approximate) - High

AFC Pan Width - Maximum

53in

AFC Pan Width - Minimum

41in

Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate

12in

Cutting Height - Maximum

180in

Cutting Height - Minimum

98in

Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum

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

64.8in

Machine Height - Over Main Body

64.8in

Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width

45.3in

Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter

98in

Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum

111in

Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor

34in

Vertical Tunnel Clearance

31.5in

Machine @ 60 Hz

Available Cutting Power

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

23.6in

Cutting Drum Diameter

1600-2500 mm (63-98.5 in)

Cutting Drum Speed

39.4, 44.9 and 54.3 rpm

Haulage Motor

2 x 125 kW (2 x 168 hp)

Haulage Pull

Up to 1049 kN (107 tons)

Haulage Speed

Up to 30 m/min (98.5 ft/min)

Haulage System

AC inverter drive

Installed Power

Up to 1780 kW (Up to 2,387 hp)

Machine Weight - Approximate

77ton (US)

Minimum Pan Width

40.6in

Operating Voltage

4160V

Pump Motor

40HP

Seam Range

1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)

Typical Machine Length - Drum Centers

46.2ft