Longwall moves represent an enormous challenge to underground transportation logistics. Caterpillar offers a full range of roof support carriers to meet the needs of efficient longwall moves. With an increased lift capacity of 45 tonnes (50 ton), the SH650 can handle almost any piece of longwall equipment in a move. In addition to enhanced traction and maneuverability, the SH650 offers improved range of motion of the lift, allowing easier load engagement.
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Without Ballast | 45 tonnes at 1575 mm (50 tons at 62 in) |
Motor Overspeed Protection | Motor overspeed protections are inherent to the AC drive package. |
Drive Lines | 8.5 C Series Shafts with 76 mm (3 in) Slip Joints |
Tram Motor (4) | Gear motors rated at 74 kW (100 hp) |
Tram Motor (6) | Two proprietary design |
Tram Motor (5) | Mine traction |
Tram Motor (3) | One-hour rating (111 kW/150 hp total) |
Tram Motor (2) | VFD driven |
Tram Motor (1) | One motor is front-frame-mounted and drives the front axle and the rear-axle tram motor is middle-frame-mounted. |
Service and Emergency/Park (2) | Spring-applied hydraulic release SAHR |
Service and Emergency/Park (1) | 4-wheel wet disc |
Service and Emergency/Park (3) | Controlled by reverse modulating valve |
Service and Emergency/Park (4) | Left-pedal activated |
Pump Motor (6) | 140V AC |
Filtration - Standard (6) | Three pressure filters |
Bell-Crank Lift Cylinder | Two (2) 203 mm (8 in) bore, double-acting cylinders with load-locking valves |
Pump Motor (1) | Laminated frame |
Steering Cylinder | Two (2) 152 mm (6 in) bore, double-acting cylinders with dual-relief setting at 15.9 MPa (2,300 psi) |
Pump Motor (5) | MSHA totally enclosed, explosion-proof |
Reservoir | A 220 L (50 gal) capacity, bolt in reservoir equipped with a spin-on filter/breather |
Filtration - Standard (1) | One tank-mounted 25-micron return filter |
Pump | The pump is a splined shaft fit to the pump motor |
Valve Bank | Seven-section, pilot-operated, parallel type with internal relief and a dash-mounted, glycerin-filled pressure gauge |
Pump Motor (3) | Mine duty |
Tilt Lift Cylinder | Two (2) 241 mm (9.5 in) bore, double-acting cylinders with load-locking valves |
Pump Motor (2) | VFD driven motor rated at 35 kW (47 hp) for one hour |
Filtration - Standard (2) | Ten micron fluid port filters on key control circuits |
Hydraulic PTO | Two (2) quick coupler connections, 17.58 MPa (2,550 psi) maximum recommended operating pressure |
Filtration - Standard (5) | One 10-micron filter on the accumulator circuit |
Battery Changer Cylinder | Two (2) 152 mm (6 in) bore, double-acting cylinders with load-locking valves |
Filtration - Standard (4) | One 25-micron filter on the main hydraulic circuit |
Pump Motor (4) | Non-ventilated cooling |
Filtration - Standard (3) | One 10-micron filter on the pilot valve circuit |
Winch | A fully hydraulic-operated, 31 751 kg (70,000 lb) winch with two-speed pay in/out. Heavy-duty fabricated steel drum. |
Oscillation Section | An 813 mm (32 in) diameter bearing with 13⁄4-in diameter rolling elements provides 20 degrees of oscillation. |
Winch Cable Assembly - Options | Coated 7⁄8-in diameter, Samson, Dynema, Samthane rope, connecting link and swivel hook. Attached to drum via U-bolt. |
Components (7) | Hydraulic PTO control lever |
Components (3) | Panic strip switch that de-energizes the electrical system and applies the automatic park brake. |
Left-Hand Steering with Control Stick with These Functions | • Pump motor start/stop • Park brake release/set • Directional headlights • Tram direction • Stop |
Components (4) | Dash-mounted, glycerin-filled hydraulic gauges for accumulator, system pressure and emergency brake. |
Components (1) | Side egress access |
Components (8) | Battery changer control lever |
Components (2) | Emergency/park brake release hand pump |
Components (5) | Warning gong |
Components (9) | Hydraulic circuit breaker reset control |
Components (10) | Right-foot accelerator pedal |
Components (11) | Left-foot brake pedal |
Components (6) | Right hand tilt-lift control lever |
Types (5) | Two Battery Maintenance Charts |
Types (2) | Two Operation and Preventive Maintenance Manuals |
Types (6) | Two Electrical Troubleshooting Guides |
Types (4) | Two Battery Maintenance Manuals |
Types (1) | Two Parts Manuals |
Types (3) | One CD, which includes all above manuals in electronic format |
Components | JIC fittings with 34.47 MPa (5,000 psi) hosing; MSHA 2G flame-resistant approved |
Components (7) | 1,600 amp total |
Components (5) | 140V AC |
Components (6) | Traction motor controllers with infinitely variable, stepless machine speed control. |
Components (3) | Contactorless |
Components (2) | Microprocessor-controlled IGBT |
Components (1) | Modular design |
Components (4) | Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) |
Options | Magnetic, UVR Trip - controller enclosure equipped with UVR trip circuit breaker rated mine duty 800 amp frame, 600 volt. |
Options (1) | 54×26 SETCO solid tires with heavy side wall plate protection |
Options (2) | 48×25 SETCO solid tires |
Output (2) | Single-output for one battery |
Output (1) | Dual-output for two batteries |
As the world's leading supplier of longwall technology, Caterpillar has always striven to design and manufacture the best longwall movers possible. Our outstanding experience in the development and design of rubber-tired vehicles has contributed to the success of our four-wheel roof support carriers.
All Cat roof support movers are built to meet both current and future requirements in longwall moving by providing a combination of compact power, capacity, maneuverability, long-term availability, and efficiency.
After studying operations all over the world, we selected the best concepts and designs for the varying conditions and regulations encountered in underground coal mines. Caterpillar offers a range of roof support carriers designed to provide maximum lift and carrying capacity at dimensions adequate for our customers' different mine layouts and for various transportation tasks.
The SH650's 45-tonne (50-ton) lift and carry capacity meets all your longwall handling needs now and for the foreseeable future. The massive 1829 mm × 356 mm (6 ft × 14 in) forks are retained to the lift frame structure by 102 mm (4 in) diameter steel pins. The forks are heat-treated forged steel. The lifting frame is high-strength alloy steel with bushed pivot points.
The unique lift and tilt mechanism allows the operator to manipulate the lift frame into an infinite number of positions to facilitate placement and handling of the load. The range of motion of the lift has increased by 133% allowing the load to be engaged more easily by reducing the angle between the lift frame and the grade. This reduces the stress on the winch and the drive train.
Cat battery-powered roof support carriers do not burden your mine's ventilation system with emissions or heat. Due to infinitely variable power control, they are the ideal vehicle for the installation or removal of longwall roof supports where heat, emissions and noise would impact work and where a flexible vehicle is needed.
As the world leader in longwall systems and battery-powered vehicles for underground mining, we take pride in providing the world's most advanced battery-powered roof support carriers. Innovative solutions in power control and transmission contribute to utilizing battery power to the max.
Caterpillar has developed unparalleled experience and expertise in the design of batteries and battery changing systems. Current 2000 Ah batteries enable maximum performance at peak loads as well as lasting performance throughout the shift. Battery capacities and vehicle designs are field-proven and are adapted to actual work schedules and Iongwall move experience.
The Cat East Penn battery is built for the long run, providing the lowest cost of ownership in the industry. Specially formulated premium-grade lead oxide is used in the flat-plate design and each plate is individually formed prior to cell assembly. This ensures uniform performance and maximum capacity. State-of-the-art computerized equipment is utilized in every phase of the production process and stringent quality checks are made on each battery to ensure the highest level of performance.
One of the key features of the SH650 VFD design is the tri‑sectional chassis incorporating the rear drive axle and battery lift into a single oscillating entity. As load motion is independent of the rear frame, this design provides extra load handling stability, especially on uneven ground or when maneuvering and positioning roof supports - even when handling loads equal to the empty vehicle weight. It also improves traction, as wheels remain in contact with the ground with the weight of the battery over them.
The SH650 VFD offers the unique feature of 100 degrees of articulation for maneuvering heavy loads in the confined spaces encountered during longwall moves. The use of through-hardened precision-ground spherical plain steel bearings ensures the smooth transfer of energy through the bearing to the articulation pin and load distribution throughout the contact length.
The Cat IGBT control makes the most of battery power. It translates to variable speed and tractive effort at the varying intervals. This allows battery power to be controlled with maximum precision and efficiency.
The HiPAC 10 VFD control system is a Caterpillar innovation that drives the traction and hydraulic systems and provides the operator with machine management information.
The HiPAC 10 is a DC-to-AC variable frequency inverter control that drives high-performance AC electric motors, which have superior speed-torque characteristics. It is up to 14% more efficient than traditional DC motors. This means higher loaded tram speeds, more responsive hydraulic functions and more material hauled per battery charge. The HiPAC 10 machine management system speeds fault diagnosis, allowing rapid repairs and maximizing uptime. The new user interface can display information such as drive unit temperatures and distance traveled per battery charge.
The optional Cat control stick gives the operator intuitive control over steering and other functions. It also gives quick access to monitoring and self-diagnosis of the vehicle's functions.
The operator's comfort is paramount for maintaining a safe working environment. Controls are logically placed, and easy to reach from the padded, adjustable seat. Directional control inputs are applied with the left hand which (depending on options chosen) also incorporates a user interface allowing control of many functions.
The frame is contoured with the top sloping from the center to the outside to promote visibility around the vehicle's perimeter. The decks taper from the center upwards to the outside to ensure maximum ground clearance. This combination provides for a machine that has surpassed its predecessor in every way except in growing in shear size and complexity.
Zero emission of noxious gases and low emissions of heat and noise make the carrier range operator-friendly and easy to work with - in short, the ideal utility vehicle for longwall moves. Heavy lifting and perfect positioning, versatility and maneuverability all combine to make this the world's most advanced battery-powered roof support carrier.
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