Seam Range1.6-3.9 m (63-156 in)
Haulage Power2 × 100 kW @ 50 Hz (2 × 134 hp @ 60 Hz)
Cutting Power2 × 500 kW @ 50 Hz (2 × 805 hp @ 60 Hz)
Typical Machine Length46.16ft
Haulage System2 × 85 kW (2 × 115 hp)
Installed Power1897HP
Seam Range1.6-3.9 m (63-154 in)
Typical Machine Length - Drum Centers45.25ft
Installed Power1230 kW (1,649 hp)
Available Cutting Power2 × 500 kW (2 × 671 hp)
Cutting Drum Diameter1500 to 2000 mm (59 to 79 in)
Cutting Drum Speed33.5, 38.8 and 43.8 rpm
Haulage ControlAC inverter drive
Haulage SpeedUp to 29.5 m/min (Up to 97 ft/min)
Haulage PullUp to 622.3 kN (Up to 62.5 tons)
Pump Motor40.2HP
Body Height21.6in
Machine Weight - Approximate66ton (US)
Operating Voltage3300V
Minimum Pan Width32.7in
Haulage Power2 × 100 kW (2 × 134 hp)
Seam Range1.6-4.0 m (63-156 in)
Typical Machine Length - Drum Centers45.25ft
Installed Power1435 kW (1,924 hp)
Available Cutting Power2 × 600 kW (2 × 805 hp)
Cutting Drum Diameter1550 to 2007 mm (61 to 79 in)
Cutting Drum Speed40.2, 46.6 and 52.5 rpm
Haulage ControlAC inverter drive
Haulage SpeedUp to 29.5 m/min (Up to 97 ft/min)
Haulage PullUp to 697 kN (Up to 70 tons)
Pump Motor48HP
Body Height21.6in
Machine Weight - Approximate66ton (US)
Operating Voltage4160V
Minimum Pan Width32.7in
Haulage Power2 × 100 kW (2 × 134 hp)
RA560 (6)Robust cowl drive mechanism (optional)
RA560 (2)Integral monitoring transducers
RA560 (5)Separate oil compartments for high speed and planetary section (optimal cooling and lubrication)
RA560 (1)Reconfigurable gear cassettes for adaptation of drum speeds
RA560 (4)High-speed gears and idlers rated for 560 kW at 50 Hz (900 hp at 60 Hz), hub rated for 750 kW at 50 Hz (1,200 hp at 60 Hz).
RA560 (3)Quillshaft transmission protection
RA560 (7)Vibration monitoring (optional)
Type (4)Closed loop control for accurate load-sharing and increased service life of rackbar and sprocket
Type (6)Oil temperature monitoring
Type (7)Quill shaft transmission protection
Type (1)Transmission reduction of 132.6:1
Type (2)Absolute encoder for accurate machine position detection (no reset devices at gate ends needed)
Type (5)Haulage unit accepts hydraulic motor for installation and face recovery
Type (3)Fast oil drain functionality
Type (9)Vibration monitoring (optional)
Type (8)Machine parking brake (optional)
Type (1)Configurations for direct and indirect drives
Type (5)Suitable for all rack type systems
Type (3)Removable modular top drive wheel assembly (top cover allows easy and quick inspections)
Type (4)Trapping shoe with replaceable wear inserts (for indirect drives)
Type (6)Reconfigurable downdrive and shoe posts for different pan widths or seam heights
Type (2)Fully removable, modular gearbox
Type (5)For use with ISO 68 hydraulic oils
Type (3)Robust hydraulic reservoir of 140 L (37 gal) capacity
Type (6)Available with 6 section valve bank
Type (1)Single powerpack with less parts to fail and less tasks for quick and easy maintenance
Type (7)Reliable low-voltage pump motor rating of 30 kW @ 50 Hz (48 hp @ 60 Hz)
Type (2)Fixed displacement pump with two options
Type (4)Integral monitoring transducers (oil level and temperature)
Type (8)Optional boost valve for accelerated gate end operations (recommended for cowls)
Type (4)Modular design enabling for selective overhauls
Type (3)Split mainframe available in case of transportation limitations
Type (5)Spray boom retrofittable
Type (1)High structural integrity and absorption of all cutting and haulage forces, providing maximum protection for all major units
Type (2)Maximum protection of electrical boxes, providing the highest level of flameproof integrity, protects gearboxes against torsion
Type (6)Mainframe adds additional weight to cope with the most challenging cutting conditions
Type (6)Containing cutter motor contactors, circuit breakers, control transformer, current monitoring, HV fuses, earth leakage and visible disconnect
Type (3)Internal chassis can be ‘bench built,’ tested and stored
Type (1)Flameproof module containing the majority of the electrical control and power distribution components
Type (2)High current carrying capacity of 400 amps; accommodation of trailing cables up to 120 mm² (4/0 AWG)
Type (4)LV circuit breakers resettable through FLP cover (reduced downtime)
Type (5)Powerful PMC Evo-S control system with state-of-the-art Ethernet communication
TypeFlameproof module containing the main 253 kVA haulage transformer, power supplies, auxiliary transformer, drive system circuit breaker, hydraulic pump motor, and a 250 kW (335 hp) 600V AC inverter drive with integrated regenerative breaking.
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, such as MSHA, GOST, MA, ATEX and DGMS, as well as Australia’s New South Wales and Queensland regulations.
Type (2)The hoses are assembled to Hose Assembly Standard DIN 20066.
Type (1)All Cat hose assemblies are designed according to ISO 6805 and proof tested according to EN ISO 1402.
Type (3)Hose selection and routing per industry standard best practices (including MDG41, ISO 17165-2 and SAE J1273)
Type (4)Cat hoses are aligned with the standards of MSHA, DGMS and MA
Type (5)Stainless steel fittings (optional)
Type (4)Cat hoses are aligned with the standards of MSHA, DGMS and MA
Type (1)All Cat hose assemblies are designed according to ISO 6805 and proof tested according to EN ISO 1402.
Type (2)The hoses are assembled to Hose Assembly Standard DIN 20066.
Type (3)Hose selection and routing per industry standard best practices (including MDG41, ISO 17165-2 and SAE J1273).
Type (6)Onboard water filtration (optional)
Available SolutionsWide range of dust suppression solutions available:
– Body sprays
– Spray booms
– Sloughing plate sprays
– Spray rings (in place of cowls)
– Shearer cleaners
TypeA comprehensive health monitoring system is available, including oil levels and temperatures, flows, pressures and vibration analysis.
Type (8)Shearer Remote Operation to allow machine control from a safe remote location outside the face (optional)
Type (4)Control system architecture with backup functionality
Level of Automation (1)Shearer automation levels available:
– Standard Machine Control
– Basic Automation
– Advanced Automation (including face alignment horizon control)
Type (2)Modular design allows individual configuration (from basic monitoring and protection to advanced automation) to meet customer requirements
Type (3)Fast Ethernet Broadband communication allows enhanced diagnostics and analysis
Type (5)Widespread use of intrinsically safe components for improved serviceability and maintenance
Type (1)Distributed, high-performance PMC-S control system for machine control, health monitoring, system protection and predictive maintenance
Type (6)Machine performance algorithm “advanced motor and speed control” for increased machine uptime, coal production and longer service life
Level of Automation (2)Pan Angle Measurement System (PAMS) enabling fully automated gate end cutting sequences without machine operator interactions (optional)
Type (7)Horizon Control from PMC-R Controls to allow corrections to Floor and Roof drum cutting heights (optional)
Type (3)Tilt, drop and impact detection
Type (1)Lightweight handheld device
Type (2)Color graphic display