Pit Viper PV-231
Single-pass rotary blasthole drill rig
Variety of applications
Powerful performance
Options to fit your application
Single-pass rotary blasthole drill rig
Variety of applications
Powerful performance
Options to fit your application
Epiroc’s Pit Viper PV-231 is a flexible workhorse that can be configured in many different ways for a wide range of rotary and DTH drilling operations. It's extremely fuel-efficient – which can add up to significant savings.
A proven staple in the Pit Viper range, the Pit Viper PV-231 builds upon the innovation and success of the Pit Viper PV-235, which is operating in over 20 major mine sites while maintaining the highest levels of productivity and reliability.
Its single-pass capability can improve drilling efficiency by up to 25% when drilling in soft material by eliminating rod change time and allowing for more time for drilling.
With both high and low-pressure airends to choose from and Epiroc’s Rig Control System RCS, the Pit Viper PV-231 delivers a full range of options to meet your needs now and in the future.
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Tower |
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Tower construction |
Fully welded four main member with open front ASTM A500 Grade B rectangular tubing |
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Tower raising |
Two hydraulic cylinders; live tower (raise and lower with full carousel and rotary head at top of tower) |
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Rod support |
Hydraulic cylinder actuation to center drill rod |
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Rated capacity |
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Single pass depth (clean hole with drill bit above the table) |
16,1 m |
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Maximum hole depth |
37,5 m |
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Carousel (carousel internal to the tower with key-lock retention) |
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Rod length |
10,7 m |
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Actuation |
Two hydraulic cylinders |
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Safety |
Drill pipe is held securely in carousel by “key lock design” mechanism . No bump system to prevent damage if carousel not stowed |
