Down The Hole: Rock Drilling Tools

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DOWN THE HOLE

ROCK DRILLING TOOLS


2018
WORKING WITH
SAFETY IN MIND
OPERATING THE HAMMER PROHIBITED USE OF MACHINERY
– Only operate the controls while the engine is running The hammer must only be operated by trained
– Proper PPE must be worn when you are operating the ­professio­nals. Never allow operation by anyone who
drill rig and the hammer is intoxicated, tired or feeling unwell. Use of the hammer
– Before you move the drill rig with the hammer, ensure in an explosive atmosphere (gasoline fumes, coal dust,
that no one will be endangered etc.) is strictly prohibited.
– Do not go close to the edge of a cliff, an excavation
or an overhang HAMMER MAINTENANCE
– Maintain control of the drill rig while you operate the Read through the safety procedures in the operator’s
hammer. Operating the equipment beyond its design manual before assembling or disassembling the hammer.
limits can cause damage to people or equipment Always keep the hammer in the correct position to avoid
– Know the maximum operating dimensions of your drill heavy parts which can fall from hammer. Use a proper
rig when the hammer is installed assembly stand to avoid the falling-over or rolling-over
– Ensure that there is adequate clearance between the of either the hammer or its parts. Always use tongs with
drill rig and any stationary objects when you are jaws that place a uniform load on the outside diameter of
maneuvering the machine the hammer. Never grip the hammer with pipe wrenches
– Know the appropriate work site hand signals, and or wrenches that can deform and damage it. Always
the personnel who are authorized to give these place tongs on the body of the bit, not on the carbides.
hand signals Do not apply heat of any kind to the piston case in order
to remove the driver sub or the top sub.

HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE – Carcinogenicity 1B, H350i, May cause cancer by
Grinding or heating hardmetal blanks or hardmetal ­inhalation
products will produce dust or fumes with dangerous – Repr. 2, H361f; Suspected of damaging fertility
­ingredients that can be inhaled or swallowed, or which – STOT RE 1, H372: Causes damage to lungs through
might come in contact with the skin or eyes. prolonged or repeated exposure through inhalation
– Resp. Sens. 1B, H334 : May cause allergy or asthma
ACUTE TOXICITY symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
The dust is toxic by inhalation. Inhalation may cause – Skin Sens.1, H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
­irritation and inflammation in the airways. Skin contact – Aquatic Acute 1, H400: Very toxic to aquatic life
can cause irritation and rash. Sensitized people may – Aquatic Chronic 2, H411: Toxic to aquatic life, with
­experience an allergic reaction. long lasting effects

CHRONIC TOXICITY PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS


Repeated inhalation of aerosols containing cobalt may – Do not breathe the dust
cause obstruction in the airways. Prolonged inhalation – Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye
of increased concentrations may cause lung fibrosis or ­protection
lung cancer. Cobalt is a potent skin sensitizer. Repeated – In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory
or prolonged contact can cause sensitization. ­protection
– Avoid release into the environment
CLASSIFICATION
Following hazard classification according to GHS/CLP IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove the victim to
applies to the hardmetal powder (3 % ≤ Co < 10 %): fresh air and keep them at rest in a position comfortable
– Acute Inhalation 3, H331: Toxic if inhaled for breathing. If they are experiencing respiratory
­symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
CONTENTS

STANDARD DTH HAMMERS AND DRILL BITS 11

STANDARD DTH HAMMERS 12

STANDARD DTH BITS 37

DTH TUBEX SYSTEMS  48

DRILL PIPES 51

ACCESSORIES 57

GRINDING EQUIPMENT 59

NON-STANDARD DTH HAMMERS AND DRILL BITS  69

NON-STANDARD DTH HAMMERS 70

NON-STANDARD DTH BITS 88

PART NUMBER KEYS 94


MASTERING
CEMENTED CARBIDES
Cemented carbides are a key to efficient and productive drilling. Whatever you’re
doing, we can ensure the right grade for the task. We are a world leader in research and
development for cemented carbides. That know-how goes into every bit you order.

MATERIALS EXPERTISE
We continue to develop new hard material alloys to
meet today’s industry challenges. Tool performance is
crucial when you’re dealing with harder rock and mineral
formations. The cemented carbide insert material’s
­resistance to wear and fracturing is particularly important.
Dual Property (DP) cemented carbides are our ­patented
grades. Their properties are tailored to suit d ­ rilling XT48
­conditions causing exceptional load or cemented Sandvik’s standard cemented carbide grade for most
carbide wear. drilling conditions. XT48 should be your first choice,
­especially when drilling in rock that is not fully known.
GRINDING OF CEMENTED CARBIDE Spherical XT48 inserts are optimized to withstand
Grinding or heating a cemented carbide product will high load and wear.
­produce dust or fumes of hazardous ingredients that
can be inhaled, swallowed or come in contact with the
skin or eyes.

Cemented carbide contains two hazardous components:


cobalt and tungsten carbide.

Cobalt may cause sensitization through inhalation or


skin contact. Inhalation or skin contact may also cause DP55
irritation. Sensitive persons may experience an allergic This grade has wear resistance similar to XT48 but offers
reaction. Long-term inhalation of high concentrations greater toughness. It is especially suited to ballistic
may cause permanent respiratory disease. ­inserts, accommodating the higher loads the insert
may be exposed to because of the longer protrusion.

DP65
DP65 has similar toughness to XT48 but considerably
higher wear resistance. This grade should be your first
choice when drilling in very abrasive rock with large
spherical inserts.

4 Sandvik DTH Tools

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