Overview
With over 40 years experience and over 6,500 battery-powered units produced, the Cat® scoop is the obvious choice for a low-maintenance, high-productivity utility vehicle. The products from the No. 1 manufacturer of battery-powered mining machinery are setting the pace in efficient and reliable underground utility vehicles. The SU488 is the strongest and most rugged low-profile scoop ever built.
Specifications
| Height - Top of Cab | — |
| Payload Capacity | — |
| Length | — |
Benefits & Features
Specifications
| Height - Top of Cab | — |
| Payload Capacity | — |
| Length | — |
| Height - Top of Body | — |
| Width | — |
| Capacity | 7 tons (6.4 tonnes) at 48 in (1219 mm) from bucket mounting pin |
| Axles (2) | Kessler (Kessler axles feature wheel and planetaries and wet disc brakes.) |
| Axles (1) | John Deere (John Deere axles feature in-board planetaries and wet disc brakes.) |
| Drive Lines | Heavy duty off-highway driveshafts with slip joints |
| Reducer | A foot mounted 3.33:1 ratio gearbox |
| Service and Emergency/Park (1) | Spring applied hydraulic release SAHR |
| Service and Emergency/Park (3) | Controlled by modulating valve (Deere axle) |
| Service and Emergency/Park (2) | 4-wheel wet disc |
| Service and Emergency/Park (5) | Left pedal activated |
| Service and Emergency/Park (4) | Controlled by reverse modulating valve (Kessler axle) |
| Hydraulic Hose and Fittings | JIC fittings with high pressure hosing; MSHA 2G flame resistant approved. |
| Hydraulic PTO | Two (2) quick coupler connections, 1,200 psi (8.3 MPa) maximum recommended operating pressure. |
| Steering Cylinder | Two (2) 4 in (102 mm) bore, double acting cylinders with forged rods and self-aligning bearings. |
| Lift Cylinder | Two (2) 6 in (152 mm) bore, double acting cylinders with forged rods and self-aligning bushings. |
| Reservoir Fill System | Fill cap assembly in top of reservoir tank. |
| Components (9) | Accumulator Pressure Gauge |
| Components (2) | Right Foot Accelerator Pedal |
| Components (7) | Park Brake Release Pressure Gauge |
| Components (4) | Tape Strip Panic Switch that De-Energizes Electrical System and Applies Automatic Brake |
| Valve Bank Hydraulic - Functions | • Steering • Bucket • Bucket Eject • Winch/Power Take Off • Battery Changer |
| Components (6) | Manual Circuit Breaker Lever Re-Set Handle |
| Components (3) | Left Foot Brake Pedal |
| Components (1) | Extended Operator's Deck |
| Components (5) | Warning Gong |
| Components (8) | System Pressure Gauge |
| Types | Mine duty, 600 amp frame circuit breaker, with UVR (under voltage release) trip unit |
| Types (4) | Two Electrical Troubleshooting Guides |
| Types (1) | Two Battery Maintenance Manuals |
| Types (6) | Two Operation and Preventive Maintenance Manuals |
| Types (2) | Two Parts Manuals |
| Types (3) | One LinkOne CD which includes all above manuals in electronic format |
| Types (5) | Two Battery Maintenance Charts |
| Options (2) | 32x16-15 Tires - Customer specified tire brand and fill type |
| Options (1) | 28x15-15 Tires - Customer specified tire brand and fill type |
| Options (2) | Speed control accomplished by right foot activated pedal |
| Options (1) | Left hand control stick that incorporates the most common operator functions |
| Options (3) | Manual Disconnect Switch |
| Options (4) | Tapeswitch stop switches located on both sides of operator |
| Options (4) | Battery plug is rated at 600 amps |
| Options (2) | Wrench - brass plug with a captive wrench to install or remove the battery plugs |
| Options (3) | J&R 2000, 5-pole, Brass w/Captive |
| Options (1) | Other connector options available upon request |
| Options (3) | MCI 120V |
| Options (2) | MCI 12V |
| Options (1) | Ocenco, Halogen, 12VDC, 50 watt - two front headlights with protective guard, and two rear headlights with protective guard. |
| Components | Battery Change Cables |
| Components (1) | Battery Tray |
| Components (2) | Battery Filling System |
| Components (3) | Battery Receptacle Kit |
| Components (4) | Battery with Plastisol Coated Tray (Single Connector) |
| Options (2) | Single output for one battery |
| Options (1) | Dual output for two batteries |
| Overall Width - At 21 in Extended Deck | — |
| Minimum Canopy Height - With 32 in Tires | — |
| Ground Clearance - No Axles Spacers - With 28 in Tires | — |
| Ground Clearance - No Axles Spacers - With 32 in Tires | — |
| Battery Height from Ground - With 64-SS55-21 Battery: 28X15-15 Tires | — |
| Overall Width - At Bucket | — |
| Scoop Utility Empty Weights - Less Battery | — |
| Tram Speed | — |
| Battery Height from Ground - With 64-SS55-19 Battery: 28X15-15 Tires | — |
| Minimum Canopy Height - With 28 in Tires | — |
| Steering Articulation | 80° total |
| Outside Turning Radius | — |
| Main Frame Height - With 28 in Tires | — |
| Battery Height from Ground - With 64-SS55-19 Battery: 32X15-15 Tires | — |
| Main Frame Height - With 32 in Tires | — |
| Battery Height from Ground - With 64-SS55-21 Battery: 32X15-15 Tires | — |
| Overall Length - With Bucket | — |
| Scoop Utility Empty Weights - With 64-SS55-19 Battery | — |
| Inside Turn Radius | — |
| Wheel Base | — |
| Scoop Utility Empty Weights - With 64-SS55-21 Battery | — |
| Options | 21 in (533 mm) deck extension to provide better visibility in the lower seams |
Benefits & Features
The Cat Control System
Our control system eliminates commutating coils and capacitor banks and is able to provide a microprocessor-based motor controller. Using the dash-mounted diagnostic display and the handheld calibrator/diagnostic unit, difficulties can be overcome in short order.
State-of-the-Art Drive Technology
It is up to 14% more efficient than traditional DC motors. This means higher loaded tram speeds, more responsive hydraulic functions and more work per battery charge.
Mine Duty, 37 kW/50 hp Tram Motor
An Optional 100 hp AC tram motor is available with the HiPAC 10 VFD Control System.
Explosion Proof, 11.9 kW/16 hp Pump Motor
The machines are provided with 10-micron return line filtration and a magnetic particle sump strainer. For long life and dependability, the main implement pumps are helical gear, fixed displacement. Dash-mounted gauges provide the operator with continuous monitoring of the status of the hydraulic system. An optional 35 kW (47 hp) AC Pump motor with HiPAC 10 VFD control system is available.
Human-factor Engineered Operator's Compartment
At Caterpillar, ergonomics is not just another marketing buzzword. Controls are placed in a logical, easy-to-reach position and are easily operated from the fully padded, adjustable seat.
Heavy-duty Center Section
High-strength, low-alloy steel bearing attachment faces and quality ANSI/AWS welding help provide the reliability that our customers demand. The articulation joint features hardened spherical bushings to ensure even load distribution to the high-strength, hardened articulation pins.
Environmentally Responsible
Alternate engines are available depending on application and geographical regions.
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Standard Equipment
- Oversize center sections
- Tape switch type emergency stops
- Wet-disc service brakes
- Cat IGBT electric controllers (optional HIPAC 10 AC drive)
- Multi-purpose contoured bottom bucket
- Planetary wheel drives
- Ground-level battery change system
Optional Equipment
- Vertical lift and tilt
- Dual tram motors
- Battery sizes from 550 to 1,500 Amp/hrs
- Heavy-duty, forged steel fork frame
- Special rock bucket
- Cat Control Stick
- Diesel versions available
- AC Motors with VFD Control System
- Schroder Test Mate
- PA approval Kit
- Park Brake Pressure Switch
- Center Section Lock Bar
- Venturi Jet Fill
- Traction Motor Over Speed Protection
- BUC 2000 HAND Held Calibrator (Control adjustments and Troubleshooting)