Hot Tap Cutters, Pilot Drills and Power Units: ½″ to 48″ Cutters, PPP-3000 and PPP-5000 Hydraulic Power Packs
Enerteq Solutions supplies Propipe hot tap cutters, pilot drills and holders, and PPP-3000 and PPP-5000 diesel hydraulic power packs. Cutters are available from ½″ to 48″ and are compatible with Propipe and most major brands of tapping systems.
Hot Tap Cutters
Hole-saw style cutters with hardened teeth for steel, ductile iron and PE pipe. Sizes ½″ to 48″. Types: standard, line stop, tank and angle.
Pilot Drills
Centering drills with integrated retention arms or magnets for coupon capture. Standard and extended lengths from 6″ to 36″.
Power Units
PPP-3000 (30 HP) and PPP-5000 (50 HP) hydraulic power packs with air-cooled diesel engines and an additional take-off for ancillary equipment.
Video: the PPP-5000-HYD power unit, and the PPP-3000 powering the PTM-3070-HYD hot tap machine with a 16″ cutter and pilot drill, including adapter integration and live cutting into a pressurized pipeline.
Cutter, Pilot Drill and Power Pack Specifications
General Specifications: Propipe Hot Tap Cutters, Pilot Drills, Holders and Power Packs
| Construction | Hole-saw style cutters with hardened teeth for steel, ductile iron and PE pipe |
|---|---|
| Cutter Sizes | ½″ to 48″ |
| Cutter Types | Standard, line stop, tank and angle; special drills for coupon recovery from angle and tank hot taps |
| Pilot Drills | Centering drills with integrated retention arms or magnets for coupon capture; standard and extended lengths, 6″ to 36″ |
| Holders | Machined steel holders for mounting cutters and pilot drills; Standard, Extended Reach and Quick-Change |
| Pressure Classes | ANSI classes up to 900# |
| Materials | Hardened alloy steel construction; options: carbon steel, stainless steel, carbide-tipped |
| Compatibility | Propipe and most major brands of tapping systems, hot tap machines and sandwich valves |
| O-Rings | Nitrile or Viton on request |
| Standards | Designed to European and American codes and standards; manufactured to ASME B31.3/4/8; EN 10204 3.1 material certification available; serialized components for traceability |
| Power Packs | PPP-3000 (30 HP) and PPP-5000 (50 HP) hydraulic power packs with air-cooled diesel engines and an additional take-off for ancillary equipment |
| Data Sheets | Cutters, Pilot Drills and Holders | Power Packs |
Hot Tap Cutters
Hole-saw style cutters with hardened teeth for steel, ductile iron and PE pipe, with precision-ground cutting edges. Sizes ½″ to 48″ in ANSI classes up to 900#. Custom sizes and geometries are available on request.
| Cutter Type | Application |
|---|---|
| Standard | General hot tap operations |
| Line Stop | Creating line stops in pipelines |
| Tank | Tank hot tap applications |
| Angle | Angled hot tap operations |
Material options: carbon steel, stainless steel, carbide-tipped.
Pilot Drills
Centering drills with integrated retention arms or magnets for coupon capture. Available in standard and extended lengths from 6″ to 36″. Special drills are available for coupon recovery from angle and tank hot taps.
Cutter Holders
Machined steel holders for mounting cutters and pilot drills, designed for tapping machine compatibility.
| Holder Type |
|---|
| Standard |
| Extended Reach |
| Quick-Change |
PPP-3000 Hydraulic Power Pack
Diesel hydraulic power pack, 30 HP.
| Stock Number | PPP-3000 |
|---|---|
| Rating | 30 HP |
| Engine | Air-cooled diesel, 23 kW (30.8 hp) at 1,800 rpm, 3 cylinders |
| Hydraulic Pump | 31.7 US gpm (120 l/min) |
| Pressure Relief Valve | 290 to 2,176 psi (20 to 150 bar) |
| Flow Control Valve | With visible value |
| Oil Tank Volume | 43.6 US gal (165 l) |
| Structure | Forklift / eyebolt |
| Hoses | 2 × 1″, 2 × 1-1/4″ and 2 × 3/8″ hose sets, 49 ft (15 m) each, with quick-release connections |
| Ancillary Equipment | Additional take-off |
PPP-5000 Hydraulic Power Pack
Diesel hydraulic power pack, 50 HP.
| Stock Number | PPP-5000 |
|---|---|
| Rating | 50 HP |
| Engine | Air-cooled diesel, 36.8 kW (49.3 hp) at 2,500 rpm |
| Hydraulic Pump | 33.0 US gpm (125 l/min) |
| Pressure Relief Valve | 290 to 2,901 psi (20 to 200 bar) |
| Flow Control Valve | With visible value |
| Oil Tank Volume | 95 to 106 US gal (360 to 400 l) |
| Structure | Forklift / M22 eyebolt |
| Hoses | 2 × 1″, 2 × 1-1/4″ and 2 × 3/8″ hose sets, 49 ft (15 m) each, with quick-release connections |
| Ancillary Equipment | Additional take-off |
Frequently Asked Questions
Hot Tap Cutters
What sizes of hot tap cutters are available?
½″ to 48″. Custom sizes and geometries are available on request.
What types of hot tap cutters are available?
Standard (for general hot tap operations), line stop, tank and angle types. Special drills are available for coupon recovery from angle and tank hot taps.
What pipe materials can the cutters be used on?
Steel, ductile iron and PE pipe.
Are the cutters compatible with other brands of hot tap machines?
Yes. They are compatible with most major brands of hot tap machines and sandwich valves. They are also compatible with Propipe hot tap machines and other industry-standard tapping systems.
What pressure classes are the cutters available in?
ANSI classes up to 900#.
Pilot Drills and Holders
What does a pilot drill do?
A pilot drill is a centering drill with integrated retention arms or magnets that capture the coupon.
What pilot drill lengths are available?
Standard and extended lengths from 6″ to 36″.
What holder types are available?
Machined steel holders in Standard, Extended Reach and Quick-Change types.
What certification is available?
Components are manufactured to ASME B31.3/4/8, EN 10204 3.1 material certification is available, and components are serialized for traceability.
Power Packs
What is the difference between the PPP-3000 and PPP-5000?
The PPP-3000 is rated 30 HP with a 23 kW (30.8 hp) diesel engine and a 290 to 2,176 psi (20 to 150 bar) relief valve. The PPP-5000 is rated 50 HP with a 36.8 kW (49.3 hp) diesel engine and a 290 to 2,901 psi (20 to 200 bar) relief valve.
What hydraulic flow do the power packs deliver?
PPP-3000: 31.7 US gpm (120 l/min). PPP-5000: 33.0 US gpm (125 l/min).
What hoses come with the power packs?
Two 1″, two 1-1/4″ and two 3/8″ hose sets, each 49 ft (15 m) with quick-release connections.
Ordering
How do I request a quote?
Use the Request A Quote button in the product section above, or contact Enerteq Solutions with the size, pressure class and tapping machine.
Custom Cutter Sizes and Geometries
Custom cutter sizes and geometries are available on request. Contact Enerteq with the pipe size, pressure class and tapping machine.
Try EZ Calc for flange or torque information.
