Utility Power Pole Drill (with down the hole hammer)
America West’s truck-mounted power pole drill is a much preferred and cost-effective method for drilling large diameter power pole holes. The combination of our Missile LXQ down the hole hammer and our efficient bit design makes this the ideal package for drilling large diameter holes suited to the Utility industry.
Available hole sizes: 12”, 14”, 18”, 20”, 22”, and 24”
- Air Consumption – 804 scfm at 100 psi and 1028 scfm at 125 psi.
- Oil/Lubrication – 2 Pints per 100 cfm per hour / measured up to 1000 cfm.
- Rotation Speed/Torque on Head – 10 to 20 RPM.
- Drilling Depth – 84″ Standard; custom extension rods available for other depths.
Features & Benefits
- Pole sockets can be drilled in hard rock efficiently.
- Rapid creation of multiple utility pole holes.
- Adapts to many common digger derrick platforms.
- Uniue air cushion provides feed force and dampens vibration.
- Floating air cushion allows a full 5 inches of feed.
- Pin connections allow easy service and disassembly.
- Extremely cost effective.
Technical Specifications
| Description | Outer Diameter | Overall Length | Minimum Hole Size | Maximum Hole Size | Overall Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percussive pole drill with air swivel and 2 5/8″ hex drive | 11.21″ | 118′ | 12.25′ | 24″ | 2243 lbs. |
| 16.75″ accelerator shroud for hole diameters greater than 17.25″ | 16.75″ | 73.23″ | 17.25″ | 24″ | 1080 lbs. |
| 20″ accelerator shroud for hole diameters greater than 20.50″ | 20″ | 73.23″ | 20.5″ | 24″ | 1790 lbs. |
| 22″ accelerator shroud for hole diameters greater than 22.50″ | 22″ | 73.23″ | 22.5″ | 24″ | 2337 lbs. |
| Extension rod 72″ | 9.92″ | 82.12″ | 1051 lbs. | ||
| Air control, lubricator, and liquid injection support module | 580 lbs. |
Sustainability kit QL 120 hammer – Valve Assembly, O-Ring Check Valve, Bearing Retaining Ring, and O-Rings
Air Consumption Chart
| PSI | 100 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 350 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFM | 750 | 1,125 | 1,675 | 1,925 | 2,475 | 2,960 |
Power Pole Drill Set - Component Parts
| Item # | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Swivel and Shock Absorber | 1 |
| 2 | Shroud | 1 |
| 2-1 | Locking Pin | 2 |
| 2-2 | Locking Bolt | 4 |
| 3 | 12″ Hammer with QL120 Shank | 1 |
| 4 | 22″ Bit for QL120 Shank | 1 |
| 4-1 | QL120 Foot Valve | 1 |
Air Swivel with Cushion Device – Component Part
| Item # | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tube | 1 |
| 2 | V-Packing Bushing 01 (1 ea) | 2 |
| 3 | V-Packing (3 ea) | 4 |
| 4 | V-Packing Bushing 02 (1 ea) | 2 |
| 5 | V-Packing Bushing 03 (1 ea) | 1 |
| 6 | V-Packing Bushing 04 | 1 |
| 7 | Snap Ring | 1 |
| 8 | Bearing | 1 |
| 8-1 | Bearing | 1 |
| 9 | Oil Seal | 1 |
| 10 | Oil Seal | 1 |
| 11 | Flange 01 | 1 |
| 12 | Flange 02 | 1 |
| 13 | Hexagon Head Bolt (12 ea) | 2 |
| 14 | Cushion Device | 1 |
| 15 | Locking Pin | 2 |
| 16 | Locking Bolt | 4 |
| 17 | Cushion Packing (urethane) | 1 |
| 18 | API 6 5/8″ REG Female Joint | 1 |
RS-12 / Single Speed – Specifications – Total Unit Weight = 546 lbs.
| Displacement | 23.9 cu/in |
| Motor Type | Single Speed Bi-Directional |
| Motor Output Shaft | 1 1/2″ Spline 17T |
| Motor Mount | SAE – C 4 Bolt |
| Motor Ports | 1 1/16″ 12 O-Ring |
| Cross-Over Pressure Relief | Set @ 3100 psi |
| Gearbox Type | Planetary Two Stage |
| Reduction Ratio | 17.39:1 |
| Output Shaft | 2 1/2″ Hex |
| Oil Capacity | 1.7 Gallons |
| Oil Type | SAE 80W90 GL-5 |
| Shaft Pull Out (lbs.) | 22,500 lbs. |
NOTE: Revolution Drive units are not recommended for DTH and will not be covered under warranty for damage due to down-the-hole drilling.
| Pressure (psi) | Torque (ft/lbs) |
|---|---|
| 1600 | 6941 |
| 1800 | 7808 |
| 2000 | 8677 |
| 2200 | 9544 |
| 2400 | 10,411 |
| 2600 | 11,280 |
| 2800 | 12,147 |
| 3000 | 13,014 |
| Flow (gpm) | Speed (rpm) |
|---|---|
| 15 | 7 |
| 20 | 9 |
| 25 | 11 |
| 30 | 13 |
| 35 | 15 |
| 40 | 18 |
| Application | Connection | Excavator |
|---|---|---|
| Anchor | H-250 | 11T-17T |
Accessories
- Universal Mounting Plate for Skid-Skeer
- Long Reach Universal Mount for Skid-Skeer
- TruLink Class 1 4″ Monitor
- TruLink Class 1 8″ Monitor Link Arm 45mm
- Link Arm 45mm
- Pin Assembly 45mm
- Easy to remove cap
- No moving parts
- No pumps
- No wiring
- Infinite flow control with needle valve
- Manifold can be removed from tank and
- mounted remotely
- Sight glass
- Pressure vessel (A.S.M.E. Code Stamped)
- 2″ or 3″ manifold
- Fill while you drill
- Fits any drill rig
Maximum Operating Pressure:
- 7 and 12 gallon – 600 psi
- 17 and 33 gallon – 1,000 psi
Sizes:
- 7 gallon – 600 psi
- 12 gallon – 600 psi
- 17 gallon – 1,000 psi
- 33 gallon – 1,000 psi
Manifold needs to be mounted at lubricator bracket level or lower.
