Overview
MD6540 Rotary Blasthole Drill
Specifications
Units:
| Bit Load | up to 54 000 kg (up to 119,050 lb) |
| Hole Diameter | 229-381 mm (9.0-15 in) |
| Engine | Series 2000 16V – 899 kW (1,205 hp) at 1,800 rpm |
Benefits & Features
MAST SELECTIONS 20 METER CONFIGURATION
- 19.86 m (65'2") Single Pass Hole Depth using 2 × 9.14 m (30 ft) S-S drill pipes and 310 cm (122 in) long bit sub: – 65.5 m (215 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for five (5) 9.14 m (30 ft) long S-S × 219 mm (85⁄8 in) OD pipes – All hole depths with drill on tracks, changing bit above the deck – Winch 1587 kg (3,500 lb) capacity
- 19.86 m (65'2") Single Pass Hole Depth using 2 × 9.14 m (30 ft) S-S drill pipes and 310 cm (122 in) long bit sub: – 65.5 m (215 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for five (5) 9.14 m (30 ft) long S-S × 235 mm (91⁄4 in) OD pipes – All hole depths with drill on tracks, changing bit above the deck – Winch 1587 kg (3,500 lb) capacity
- 19.86 m (65'2") Single Pass Hole Depth using 2 × 9.14 m (30 ft) S-S drill pipes and 310 cm (122 in) long bit sub: – 56.4 m (185 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for four (4) 9.14 m (30 ft) long S-S × 273 mm (103⁄4 in) OD pipes – All hole depths with drill on tracks, changing bit above the deck – Winch 1587 kg (3,500 lb) capacity
MAST SELECTIONS 16 METER CONFIGURATION
- 16.15 m (53 ft) Single Pass Hole Depth using 13.7 m (45 ft) S-S drill pipe and 396 cm (156 in) long bit sub: – 84.73 m (278 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for five (5) 13.7 m (45 ft) long S-S × 219 mm (85⁄8 in) OD pipes – With drill on tracks – changing bit above the deck – Winch 3492 kg (7,700 lb) capacity
- 16.15 m (53 ft) Single Pass Hole Depth using 13.7 m (45 ft) S-S drill pipe and 396 cm (156 in) long bit sub: – 84.73 m (278 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for five (5) 13.7 m (45 ft) long S-S × 235 mm (91⁄4 in) OD pipes – With drill on tracks – changing bit above the deck – Winch 3492 kg (7,700 lb) capacity
- 16.15 m (53 ft) Single Pass Hole Depth using 13.7 m (45 ft) S-S drill pipe and 396 cm (156 in) long bit sub: – 84.73 m (278 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for four (4) 13.7 m (45 ft) long S-S × 273 mm (103⁄4 in) OD pipes – With drill on tracks – changing bit above the deck – Winch 3492 kg (7,700 lb) capacity
TOP DRIVE GROUP (must select one)
- Top drive – high speed/low torque: – Two (2) motors – Rotation speed 0-150 rpm – Torque up to 17 219 N·m (12,700 lbf-ft)
- Top drive – low speed/high torque: – Two (2) motors – Rotation speed 0-124 rpm – Torque up to 20 880 N·m (15,400 lbf-ft)
Specifications
Units:
| Bit Load | up to 54 000 kg (up to 119,050 lb) |
| Hole Diameter | 229-381 mm (9.0-15 in) |
| Engine | Series 2000 16V – 899 kW (1,205 hp) at 1,800 rpm |
| 20 Meter Configuration - Depth Multi Pass | Up to 65.58 m (Up to 215 ft 2 in) |
| 16 Meter Configuration - Depth Single Pass | Up to 16.15 m (Up to 53 ft) |
| 20 Meter Configuration - Depth Single Pass | Up to 19.86 m (Up to 65 ft 2 in) |
| Hole Diameter | 229-381 mm (9-15 in) |
| 16 Meter Configuration - Depth Multi Pass | Up to 84.73 m (Up to 278 ft) |
| Minimum Ambient Rating - Standard | — |
| Maximum Ambient Rating - Standard | — |
| Cold Weather Option | — |
| Altitude | 4572 m (over 15,000 ft) |
| Hoist Capacity | Up to 383 kN (Up to 86,000 lbf) |
| Cable Type - DYFORM 8 | — |
| Drilling Feed/Retract Rate | 0-37.5 m/min (0-123 ft/min) |
| Pull-Down Capacity | Up to 489 kN (Up to 110,000 lbf) |
| Rotation Power | — |
| Torque - Standard HSLT | 0-17 219 N∙m (12,700 lbf-ft) |
| Torque - LSHT Option | 0-20 880 N∙m (15,400 lbf-ft) |
| Type | Oil-flooded, single-stage screw |
| Discharge Flow Maximum Setting - Sea Level | — |
| Maximum Operating Pressure | — |
| Discharge Flow Minimum Setting - Sea Level | Adjustable down to 51 m3/min (Adjustable down to 1,800 ft3/min) |
| Manufacturer | Detroit Diesel |
| Rated Horse Power | — |
| Fuel Tank | 2055 L + 1234 L; total 3289 L (543 gal + 326 gal; total 869 gal) |
| Model | Series 2000 16V Tier 2 |
| Full Load RPM | 1,800 |
| Height - Inside | — |
| Number of Windows | 12 |
| Operator's seat | One swivel-type with armrests, headrest and retractable seat belt |
| Location | Adjacent to the drill deck |
| Helper's seat | Full-cushion type, collapsible, stow-away and removable |
| Roof | Roof viewing hatch with window (protected with FOPS-certified cage) |
| Number of Doors | Two with 2 (each) windows (included in above) |
| Floor Area | — |
| Windows | Tinted thermopane glass in rubber mounting |
| Type | One piece, three man; shock-mounted; integrated FOPS certified, fully electrical/electronic |
| Climate Control | Roof-mounted, AC/heating/pressurizing unit |
| Maximum Drive Horse Power per Track | — |
| Brakes | Spring set, hydraulic release |
| Tram Speed - Maximum | — |
| Number of Rollers - Each Side | 11 |
| Track Adjustment Means | Hydraulic with grease gun |
| Track Drive Disconnect | Standard (manual) |
| Front | Three-point oscillating type |
| Gradeability Mast Down | 66% |
| Rock Guards | Standard full-length guards |
| Brake Release | Automatic |
| Jacks, Mast Pivot and Deck | Welded integrally to mainframe |
| Tools and Battery Box | In-board extra-large toolbox (sunk in drilling deck) |
| Tow Eyes | Welded, two front |
| Machine Deck | Access all sides |
| Dust Curtain | Hydraulic lifters front and rear |
| Viewing Hatch Operated from the Cab | In the drill deck; hydraulically |
| Table Height Off Ground - Drill On Tracks | — |
| Feature | Wide walkways |
| Pad Diameter | — |
| Number | 4 |
| Location | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Winch - Rating - Optional | — |
| Winch - Auto Shut-Off | Located in crown, automatically shuts off winch when ball weight is seated |
| Drill Pipe - Optional - Threads | Depends on pipe size |
| Adaptor Sub - Top Thread (API Reg.) | — |
| Adaptor Sub - Bottom thread | Depends on pipe diameter |
| Winch - Cable Size | — |
| Bit Sub - Wall Thickness | — |
| Drill Pipe - Optional - Length - For 20 m Mast - 2 Each on Starter String | — |
| Drill Pipe - Optional - Diameter - Customer Specification | 194 mm, 273 mm (7.625 in, 10.75 in) |
| Drill Pipe - Optional - Length - For 16 m Mast | — |
| Winch - Rating - Rated Winch | — |
| Drill Pipe - Optional - Wall Thickness | — |
| Adaptor Sub - Wall Thickness | — |
| Adaptor Sub - Length | — |
| Pipe Rack (Inside the Mast) - Typical Configuration (1) | 5-pod pipe carousel for up to 235 mm (9.25 in) outside diameter |
| Bit Sub - Bottom Thread | Depends on pipe diameter |
| Adaptor Sub - Diameter | Depends on pipe diameter |
| Table Bushing | Roller deck bushing |
| Bit Sub - Diameter | Depends on pipe diameter |
| Pipe Rack (Inside the Mast) - Typical Configuration (2) | 4-pod pipe carousel for 273 mm (10.75 in) outside diameter |
| Bit Sub - Top Thread | Depends on pipe diameter |
| Cold Weather Package - Temperatures | — |
| Water Injection | Hydraulic pump and motor arrangement with below-deck tanks 2922 L (772 gal) capacity. |
| Heating and Circulation - Drainage for water-injection system temperatures to: | — |
| Dust Collection (2) | These fins/vanes provide 173 m3/min (6,100 ft3/min) air flow & can develop up to 508 mm (20 in) water vacuum at the deck inlet. |
| Dust Collection (1) | The Dry Dust Suppression System uses a fan-wheel arrangement with aggressively pitched fins/vanes. |
Benefits & Features
MAST SELECTIONS 20 METER CONFIGURATION
- 19.86 m (65'2") Single Pass Hole Depth using 2 × 9.14 m (30 ft) S-S drill pipes and 310 cm (122 in) long bit sub: – 65.5 m (215 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for five (5) 9.14 m (30 ft) long S-S × 219 mm (85⁄8 in) OD pipes – All hole depths with drill on tracks, changing bit above the deck – Winch 1587 kg (3,500 lb) capacity
- 19.86 m (65'2") Single Pass Hole Depth using 2 × 9.14 m (30 ft) S-S drill pipes and 310 cm (122 in) long bit sub: – 65.5 m (215 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for five (5) 9.14 m (30 ft) long S-S × 235 mm (91⁄4 in) OD pipes – All hole depths with drill on tracks, changing bit above the deck – Winch 1587 kg (3,500 lb) capacity
- 19.86 m (65'2") Single Pass Hole Depth using 2 × 9.14 m (30 ft) S-S drill pipes and 310 cm (122 in) long bit sub: – 56.4 m (185 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for four (4) 9.14 m (30 ft) long S-S × 273 mm (103⁄4 in) OD pipes – All hole depths with drill on tracks, changing bit above the deck – Winch 1587 kg (3,500 lb) capacity
MAST SELECTIONS 16 METER CONFIGURATION
- 16.15 m (53 ft) Single Pass Hole Depth using 13.7 m (45 ft) S-S drill pipe and 396 cm (156 in) long bit sub: – 84.73 m (278 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for five (5) 13.7 m (45 ft) long S-S × 219 mm (85⁄8 in) OD pipes – With drill on tracks – changing bit above the deck – Winch 3492 kg (7,700 lb) capacity
- 16.15 m (53 ft) Single Pass Hole Depth using 13.7 m (45 ft) S-S drill pipe and 396 cm (156 in) long bit sub: – 84.73 m (278 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for five (5) 13.7 m (45 ft) long S-S × 235 mm (91⁄4 in) OD pipes – With drill on tracks – changing bit above the deck – Winch 3492 kg (7,700 lb) capacity
- 16.15 m (53 ft) Single Pass Hole Depth using 13.7 m (45 ft) S-S drill pipe and 396 cm (156 in) long bit sub: – 84.73 m (278 ft) Total Hole Depth multi pass using carousel – Carousel for four (4) 13.7 m (45 ft) long S-S × 273 mm (103⁄4 in) OD pipes – With drill on tracks – changing bit above the deck – Winch 3492 kg (7,700 lb) capacity
TOP DRIVE GROUP (must select one)
- Top drive – high speed/low torque: – Two (2) motors – Rotation speed 0-150 rpm – Torque up to 17 219 N·m (12,700 lbf-ft)
- Top drive – low speed/high torque: – Two (2) motors – Rotation speed 0-124 rpm – Torque up to 20 880 N·m (15,400 lbf-ft)
MACHINE DECAL LANGUAGE GROUP (must select one)
- Machine Decal Group – English
- Machine Decal Group – Spanish
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Standard Equipment
- CAPABILITY
- The MD6540 crawler-mounted blasthole drill is designed to drill up to 381 mm (15 in) diameter holes depending on application with rated pulldown capacity up to 49 895 kg (110,000 lb), hoist capacity 39 009 kg (86,000 lb).
- ENGINE/COMPRESSOR
- Detroit Diesel Series 2000 16V engine 899 kW (1,205 hp) @ 1,800 rpm
- Additional fuel filtration
- Single stage Sullair compressor 101.9 m3/min @ 6.9 bar (3,600 ft3/min @ 100 psi) with split coolers
- Standard spiral valve on compressor allows variable air volume control
- MAST
- Up to 381 mm (15 in) hole diameter
- Up to 49 895 kg (110,000 lb) pulldown capacity
- Up to 53 845 kg (118,709 lb) bit load
- Patented HOBO (Hydraulically Operated Break Out) wrench operated from the cab (variable grip)
- Auto cable tensioning system
- 30 degree angle drilling package with mast locks in 5 degree increments
- Grid mesh in back of mast
- Hydraulically operated pipe catcher
- TOP DRIVE
- See Mandatory Selections
- OPERATOR'S CAB
- Integrated FOPS
- Totally enclosed and insulated two-man extra large cab
- Rubber shock mounted to absorb vibration during drilling
- Excellent visibility
- Full front drill deck window with protective cage
- dB(A) rating of 72 or less
- Two (2) hinged doors with heavy duty door latching system
- Twelve (12) windows – with window tint and window shades on five (5) windows
- 4.4 m2 (47.3 ft2) floor space and walkway/railing around it
- Ergonomic operator's console with split control panel and full instrumentation
- Operator's console with stainless steel panels and back-lit gauges
- Ergonomic operator's seat with head and arm rests, and with retractable seat belt
- Air suspension
- All electric controls for drilling, tramming, leveling plus auxiliary functions
- Auxiliary functions operated by fingertip switches
- Hydraulic drive, roof mounted air conditioning/heating/pressurizing unit
- Roof window with protective cage
- Windshield wipers and washer tank kit
- Stereo kit (CD, radio, AM/FM and iPod port) complete with speakers
- Cab ladder and roof platform plus railing
- Drill performance and monitoring/diagnostics system complete with full interlock system
- Auto level and single-pass auto drill function/processing
- Closed circuit camera system (two cameras) with color screen monitor
- Storage box
- Electric horn (activated by push button inside the cab)
- UNDERCARRIAGE
- Excavator type heavy duty tracks with planetary drive, integral brake, and cushioned idler
- 900 mm (35.4 in) wide, triple grousers
- Full length chain guides/rock guards
- MAINFRAME, DECKS AND WALKWAYS
- Main frame made of high strength low alloy box-section plate
- Reinforced in high stress areas
- Main deck and wide walkways provide easy access to all components around the drill
- Rear deck is stationary during both angle and vertical drilling modes
- Viewing hatch in the rear deck, hydraulically operated from the cab
- Complete walk-around platform/walkway for entire rig
- Cascading (self leveling) stairs at cab, access ladder at rear deck and two ladders on front deck
- Four (4) hydraulic leveling jacks – front jacks @ 1524 mm (60 in), rear jacks @ 1219 mm (48 in)
- Heavy duty tow hooks (front end) and lifting lugs
- Mast access stair/platform
- Extra large inboard tool chest/bit box
- Rear deck pipe loader guide
- Hydraulically operated front and rear dust curtains
- Automatic lubrication aystem
- Fuel tanks under engine (3289 L/869 gal)
- Jib crane with controls mounted on rear deck
- Fast fill full service center/box
- 4 × 8D maintenance free batteries
- Slide-out battery tray with four (4) batteries
- Remote jump start terminals
- CAROUSEL
- Hydraulically operated from the cab
- No moveable parts
- Semi-automatic indexing
- COOLING (SINGLE, FRONT-END MOUNTED)
- Maximum ambient cooling capacity of 52° C (125° F)
- Variable speed fan arrangement for coolers
- HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
- Two (2) variable displacement axial piston pumps, in closed loop, which operate the drill rotation, pulldown/hoist and tram.
- One (1) high pressure piston pump, in load sense, for all auxiliary functions
- One (1) high pressure tandem gear pump, in open loop, for cooler fans (2 fans per cooler)
- Dual filtration and additional loop filters between pumps and motors
- Hydraulic tank capacity 1363 L (360 gal)
- DRILL ACCESSORIES (TRICONE/ROTARY)
- Heavy duty shock sub, with top sub adaptor
- Roller deck bushing
- Bit sub
- Horseshoe bushing
- Bit basket
- Lifting bail
- Auto tool wrench (deck wrench)
- DUST SYSTEM
- See Optional Equipment and select the required system
- PAINT
- Standard Caterpillar colors
- MISCELLANEOUS
- Backup alarm
- Filter kit for 50-hour preventive maintenance.
- Seventeen (17) LED night lights
- Handrails with side boarding ladders
- Outside cab platform for easy access and full walk around
Optional Equipment
- DRILLING
- Drill pipe (see Drill Pipe Price List)
- DUST COLLECTION OPTIONS
- 3600 dust collector with precleaner, (tandem model HDE 1800's in Series)
- Water injection system for dust suppression with 2922 L (772 gal) below deck tanks not available with dust collector
- FLUIDS
- Drill pipe thread lubrication
- COLD WEATHER AIDS
- Heating system (self-contained heater for engine coolant, water, hydraulic oil, fuel)
- MISCELLANEOUS
- Luncheonette – microwave/refrigerator
- Custom paint (contact factory)
- Winch remote control pendant (control outside cab)
- 24V to 110 volt AC invertor
- Remote jump start terminals
- Mechanical tool kit (reference TV014590)
- Extreme hot weather lubricant upgrade (compressor oil)
- Extreme hot weather lubricant upgrade (hydraulic oil)
- Tow bar assembly
- Lanyard attachment (cable with travelling hook) on mast
- Ground level pull cable shut down
- High pressure wash-down pump with hose reel