EL2000 Longwall Shearer
The EL2000 incorporates all the features and benefits that have been established with the Cat shearer range in a compact, rugged machine designed to meet the demands of high productivity in low- to medium-seam applications. The haulage system of the powerful EL2000 is tailored to the needs of high-productivity medium-seam applications with up to 125 kW (168 hp) AC drives.
Specifications
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Specifications
Seam Range
1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)
Haulage Power
2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp) @ 50 Hz; 2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp) @ 60 Hz
Cutting Power
2 × 500 kW (2 × 671 hp) @ 50 Hz; 2 × 600 kW (2 × 805 hp) @ 60 Hz
Haulage System
AC
Coal Sizer
134 HP
100 kW
Body Height
20.5 in
520 mm
Haulage Speed
Up to 32 m/min (Up to 105 ft/min)
Operating Voltage
2300V, 3300V, 4160V
Installed Power
2548 HP
1900 kW
Typical Machine Length
45.1 ft
13.75 m
Applicable Minimum Pan Width
40.6 in
1032 mm
Machine Weight - Approximate
77 ton (US)
70 t
Pump Motor
67 HP
50 kW
Cutting Drum Diameter
1.40-2.30 m (55-91 in)
Haulage Pull
Up to 920 kN/206,824 lbf (Up to 91 tonnes/100 tons)
Height Range
1.80-4.50 m (71-177 in)
Available Haulage Motors
2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp)
Machine @ 50 Hz
Minimum Pan Width
40.6 in
1032 mm
Haulage System
AC inverter drive
Installed Power
Up to 1780 kW (Up to 2,387 hp)
Seam Range
1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)
Available Cutting Power
2 × 500 kW (2 × 671 hp); 2 × 620 kW (2 × 831 hp); 2 × 750 kW (2 × 1,006 hp)
Pump Motor
40 HP
30 kW
Cutting Drum Diameter
1600-2500 mm (63-98.5 in)
Typical Machine Length - Drum Centers
46.15 ft
14065 mm
Machine Weight - Approximate
77 ton (US)
70 t
Operating Voltage
3300 V
3300 V
Haulage Power
2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp)
Haulage Speed (maximum) - High Downdrives
98.8 ft/min
30.11 m/min
Body Thickness
24 in
610 mm
Haulage Pull (maximum) - Low Downdrives
86.4 ton (US)
861 kN
Cutting Drum Speed - RA560
33.5, 38.8 and 43.8 rpm
Cutting Drum Speed - RA750
32.8, 37.4 and 45.2 rpm
Haulage Pull (maximum) - High Downdrives
90 ton (US)
897 kN
Haulage Speed (maximum) - Low Downdrives
102.9 ft/min
31.36 m/min
Machine @ 60 Hz
Seam Range
1.8-4.5 m (71-177 in)
Cutting Drum Diameter
1600-2500 mm (63-98.5 in)
Haulage System
AC inverter drive
Operating Voltage
4160 V
4160 V
Available Cutting Power
2 × 600 kW (2 × 805 hp); 2 × 740 kW (2 × 998 hp); 2 × 900 kW (2 × 1,207 hp)
Typical Machine Length - Drum Centers
46.15 ft
14065 mm
Machine Weight - Approximate
77 ton (US)
70 t
Pump Motor
48 HP
36 kW
Installed Power
Up to 2086 kW (Up to 2,797 hp)
Minimum Pan Width
40.6 in
1032 mm
Haulage Power
2 × 125 kW (2 × 168 hp)
Body Thickness
24 in
610 mm
Haulage Pull (maximum) - Low Downdrives
96.8 ton (US)
965 kN
Haulage Pull (maximum) - High Downdrives
100.8 ton (US)
1004 kN
Cutting Drum Speed - RA750
39.4, 44.9 and 54.2 rpm
Haulage Speed (maximum) - Low Downdrives
102.9 ft/min
31.36 m/min
Cutting Drum Speed - RA560
40.2, 46.6 and 52.6 rpm
Haulage Speed (maximum) - High Downdrives
98.8 ft/min
30.11 m/min
Powerpack - PP2
Type (1)
Single powerpack with less parts to fail and less tasks for quick and easy maintenance
Type (5)
For use with ISO 68 hydraulic oils
Type (2)
Fixed displacement pump (Standard) – Capacity at 50 Hz: 49 L/min (10.8 gal/min); Capacity at 60 Hz: 59 L/min (13 gal/min); Operating Pressure: 280 bar (4,060 psi). Fixed displacement pump (Option) – Capacity at 50 Hz: 62 L/min (13.6 gal/min); Capacity at 60 Hz: 74 L/min (16.3 gal/min); Operating Pressure: 225 bar (3,260 psi).
Type (7)
Reliable low-voltage pump motor rating of 30 kW @ 50 Hz (48 hp @ 60 Hz)
Type (3)
Robust hydraulic reservoir of 140 L (37 gal) capacity
Type (4)
Integral monitoring transducers (oil level and temperature)
Type (6)
Available with 6 section valve bank
Type (8)
Optional boost valve for accelerated gate end operations (recommended for cowls)
Electrical Control Box - ECB2
Type (2)
High current carrying capacity of 400 amps; accommodation of trailing cables up to 120 mm² (4/0 AWG)
Type (5)
Containing cutter motor contactors, circuit breakers, control transformer, current monitoring, HV fuses, earth leakage and visible disconnect
Type (3)
Internal chassis can be ‘bench built,’ tested and stored
Type (1)
This flameproof module contains most of the shearer electrical control and power distribution components.
Type (4)
LV circuit breakers resettable through FLP cover (reduced downtime) Powerful PMC Evo-S control system with state-of-the-art Ethernet communication
Haulage Transformer Box - HTB2
Type
Flameproof module containing the main 253 kVA haulage transformer, power supplies, auxiliary transformer, drive system circuit breaker, hydraulic pump motor, and a 250 kW (335 hp) 600V AC inverter drive with integrated regenerative breaking.
Electrical Material
Type (2)
All electrical material is designed and certified to IEC standards and also complies with other regional and national standards, such as MSHA, GOST, MA, ATEX and DGMS, as well as Australia’s New South Wales and Queensland regulations.
Type (1)
This model of shearer is available with headlights, cameras, methane monitoring, end displays and audible alarms.
Hydraulic Material
Type (2)
The hoses are assembled to Hose Assembly Standard DIN 20066.
Type (1)
All hose assemblies are to ISO 6805 and proof tested according to EN ISO 1402.
Type (3)
Hose selection and routing per industry standard best practices (including MDG41, ISO TS 17165N2 and SAE J1273)
Type (4)
Cat® hoses are aligned with the standards of MSHA, DGMS and MA
Water Material
Type (4)
Cat hoses are aligned with the standards of MSHA, DGMS and MA. MDG 41 compliant hoses are available for Australia.
Type (3)
Hose selection and routing per industry standard best practices (including MDG41, ISO TS 17165N2 and SAE J1273).
Type (2)
The hoses are assembled to Hose Assembly Standard DIN 20066.
Type (1)
All Cat hose assemblies are designed according to ISO 6805 and proof tested according to EN ISO 1402.
Type (6)
Onboard water filtration (optional)
Type (5)
Stainless steel fittings (optional)
Health Monitoring
Type
A comprehensive health monitoring system is available, including oil levels and temperatures, flows, pressures and vibration analysis.
Machine Automation and Communication
Type (3)
Fast Ethernet Broadband communication allows enhanced diagnostics and analysis
Type (8)
Pan Angle Measurement System (PAMS) enabling fully automated gate end cutting sequences without machine operator interactions (optional)
Type (2)
Modular design allows individual configuration (from basic monitoring and protection to advanced automation) to meet customer requirements
Type (7)
Shearer automation levels available:
– Standard Machine Control
– Basic Automation
– Advanced Automation (including face alignment horizon control)
– Standard Machine Control
– Basic Automation
– Advanced Automation (including face alignment horizon control)
Type (9)
Horizon Control from PMC-R Controls to allow corrections to Floor and Roof drum cutting heights (optional)
Type (4)
Control system architecture with backup functionality
Type (10)
Shearer Remote Operation to allow machine control from a safe remote location outside the face (optional)
Type (1)
Distributed, high-performance PMC-S control system for machine control, health monitoring, system protection and predictive maintenance
Type (6)
Machine performance algorithm “advanced motor and speed control” for increased machine uptime, coal production and longer service life
Type (5)
Widespread use of intrinsically safe components for improved serviceability and maintenance
Ranging Arms - RA750
Type (7)
Available cutter motors – 620 kW and 750 kW at 50 Hz (998 hp and 1,207 hp at 60 Hz)
Type (6)
Maximum drum diameter of 2500 mm (98 in)
Type (8)
Robust cowl drive mechanism (optional)
Type (1)
Reconfigurable gear cassettes for adaptation of drum speeds
Type (4)
Transmission rating of 750 kW at 50 Hz (1,207 hp at 60 Hz)
Type (3)
Quillshaft transmission protection
Type (5)
Separate oil compartments for high speed and planetary section (optimal cooling and lubrication)
Type (9)
Vibration monitoring (optional)
Type (2)
Integral monitoring transducers
Mainframe - MF2
Type (4)
Modular design enabling for selective overhauls
Type (2)
Maximum protection of electrical boxes, providing the highest level of flameproof integrity, protects gearboxes against torsion
Type (3)
Split mainframe is available in case of transportation limitations
Type (1)
High structural integrity and absorption of all cutting and haulage forces, providing maximum protection for all major units
Type (5)
Spray boom retrofittable
Type (6)
Mainframe add additional weight to cope with the most challenging cutting conditions
Dimensions (Approximate) - Low
AFC Pan Width - Minimum
41 in
1032 mm
Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum
63 in
1600 mm
Machine Height - Over Main Body
58 in
1467 mm
Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate
12 in
300 mm
Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter
63 in
1600 mm
Height - Top of Machine Main Body
58 in
1467 mm
AFC Pan Width - Maximum
53 in
1342 mm
Cutting Height - Minimum
71 in
1800 mm
Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum
111 in
2815 mm
Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points
332 in
8435 mm
Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width
45 in
1150 mm
Cutting Height - Maximum
155 in
3930 mm
Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor
16 in
400 mm
Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal
554 in
14065 mm
Vertical Tunnel Clearance
24 in
600 mm
Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers
252 in
6398 mm
Dimensions (Approximate) - Mid-Low
Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate
12 in
300 mm
Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers
236 in
5985 mm
Machine Height - Over Main Body
60 in
1518 mm
Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal
554 in
14065 mm
Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter
75 in
1900 mm
AFC Pan Width - Maximum
53 in
1342 mm
Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum
111 in
2815 mm
Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width
45 in
1150 mm
Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points
332 in
8435 mm
Vertical Tunnel Clearance
26 in
651 mm
Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor
20 in
500 mm
Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum
75 in
1900 mm
AFC Pan Width - Minimum
41 in
1032 mm
Cutting Height - Maximum
163 in
4130 mm
Cutting Height - Minimum
75 in
1900 mm
Height - Top of Machine Main Body
60 in
1518 mm
Dimensions (Approximate) - Mid-High
Vertical Tunnel Clearance
28 in
700 mm
Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers
258 in
6541 mm
Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width
45 in
1150 mm
Cutting Height - Maximum
170 in
4330 mm
Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor
24 in
600 mm
Height - Top of Machine Main Body
62 in
1567 mm
Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum
111 in
2815 mm
Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum
87 in
2200 mm
Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points
332 in
8435 mm
Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate
12 in
300 mm
Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal
554 in
14065 mm
Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter
87 in
2200 mm
AFC Pan Width - Minimum
41 in
1032 mm
AFC Pan Width - Maximum
53 in
1342 mm
Cutting Height - Minimum
87 in
2200 mm
Machine Height - Over Main Body
62 in
1567 mm
Dimensions (Approximate) - High
Clearance from Drum to AFC Toeplate
12 in
300 mm
Ranging Arm Length - Hinge to Drum
111 in
2815 mm
Distance Between Trapping Shoe Centers
236 in
5985 mm
Cutting Height - Minimum
98 in
2500 mm
AFC Pan Width - Maximum
53 in
1342 mm
Shearer Drum Undercut of Floor
26 in
670 mm
Diameter - Shearer Cutting Drum
98 in
2500 mm
Maximum Cutting Drum Overall Width
45 in
1150 mm
Height - Top of Machine Main Body
65 in
1647 mm
Vertical Tunnel Clearance
31 in
780 mm
Distance Between Ranging Arm Hinge Points
332 in
8435 mm
AFC Pan Width - Minimum
41 in
1032 mm
Machine Height - Over Main Body
65 in
1647 mm
Ranging Arm Cutting Drum Diameter
98 in
2500 mm
Cutting Height - Maximum
180 in
4560 mm
Distance Between Drums with Arms Horizontal
554 in
14065 mm
Ranging Arm
RA560 (9)
Vibration monitoring (optional)
RA560 (6)
Maximum drum diameter of 2000 mm (79 in)
RA560 (3)
Quillshaft transmission protection
RA560 (4)
High-speed gears and idlers rated for 560 kW at 50 Hz (900 hp at 60 Hz), hub rated for 750 kW at 50 Hz (1,200 hp at 60 Hz).
RA560 (8)
Robust cowl drive mechanism (optional)
RA560 (7)
Available cutter motor – 500 kW at 50 Hz (805 hp at 60 Hz)
RA560 (5)
Separate oil compartments for high speed and planetary section (optimal cooling and lubrication)
RA560 (2)
Integral monitoring transducers
RA560 (1)
Reconfigurable gear cassettes for adaptation of drum speeds
Haulage Unit - HU150
Type (8)
Quillshaft transmission protection
Type (9)
Machine parking brake (optional)
Type (2)
Transmission rating of 150 kW (200 hp) providing designed redundancy
Type (6)
Haulage unit accepts hydraulic motor for installation and face recovery
Type (1)
Haulage motor limited to 125 kW (168 hp)
Type (4)
Absolute encoder for accurate machine position detection (no reset devices at gate ends needed)
Type (3)
Transmission reduction of 137:1
Type (5)
Closed loop control for accurate load-sharing and increased service life of rackbar and sprocket
Type (7)
Oil temperature monitoring
Type (10)
Vibration monitoring (optional)
Dust Suppression
Available Solutions
Wide range of dust suppression solutions available:
– Body sprays
– Spray booms
– Sloughing plate sprays
– Spray rings (in place of cowls)
– Shearer clearers
– Body sprays
– Spray booms
– Sloughing plate sprays
– Spray rings (in place of cowls)
– Shearer clearers
Remote Control
Type (2)
Color graphic display
Type (3)
Tilt, drop and impact detection
Type (1)
Lightweight handheld device
Downdrive
Type (4)
Transmission rating of 125 kW (168 hp) for low downdrives/150 kW (200 hp) for high downdrives
Type (1)
Configurable for direct and indirect drives
Type (5)
Trapping shoe with replaceable wear inserts (for indirect drives), safe and easy to replace
Type (7)
Reconfigurable downdrive and shoe posts for different pan widths and seam heights
Type (3)
Designed for superior serviceability with quick and easy access for maintenance (Higher variants use cartridge design for top drive wheel assembly/lower versions provide access via top cover)
Type (6)
Suitable for all rack type systems
Type (2)
Fully removable, modular gearbox
Standard Equipment
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