Caterpillar Global Mining

MD6420C ROTARY DRILL

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Bit Load and Hole Depth by Mast Height

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10 m

13m

16m

Bit Load

40 992 kg
(90,371 lb)

41 274 kg
(90,993 lb)

41 735 kg
(92,001 lb)

Single-Pass
Hole Depth

10.29 m
(33 ft 9 in)

13.4 m
(44 ft)

16.46 m
(54 ft)

Multi-Pass
Hole Depth

63.4 m
(208 ft)

74.4 m
(244 ft)

46.9
(154 ft)

Basics Specifications

Hole Diameter

Up to 311 mm (12.25 in)

Pulldown Force

Up to 383 kN (86,000 lbf)

Hoist Force

Up to 311 kN (70,000 lbf)

Rotation Speed

Up to 137 rpm

Rotation Torque

Up to 17 313 Nm (12,769 ft-lbs)

Engine C32 ACERT

680 kW (912 hp)

Compressor Air Flow

56.6 m/min (2,000 cfm)

Compressor Max Pressure 6.9 bar (100 psi)

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Customer Value Achievements

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Customer Value
Fast cycle time - High productivity Low TCO
Top of class bit load, torque, rpm, plus bailing air - all combined give
optimal penetration rates
Integration of Cat components for efficiency, full optimization and high
productivity
Genuine Cat 349E L Undercarriage with greased lubricated track pins
(GLT) has stronger assemblies and 25% improvement to internal wear
State of the art control system and technology suite including Terrain for
drilling
Integrated technologies such as Auto-level, Auto-mast, Auto-drill provide
less variability and less wear on consumables
Less downtime with machine health monitoring, operator assist controls
and advanced interlocks
Long life structures; mast and frame designed for 60,000 hours
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Advantages of Cat MD6420C

Angle Drilling Mast System

Animation link; Advantages of MD6420C

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Advanced Design
Optimized Power Group

Command for drilling

Auto Drill Assist

Automates each step of drill cycle
Retrofit and Factory Fit
Auto Level
Auto Mast (raise & lock / unlock &
lower)
Auto Drill (single pass)
PL Elite Compatible

Higher Utilization Enabling each operator to manage more than

one machine.
Enhanced Accuracy - Ensure that every blasthole is drilled in the
exact location.
Consistency Resulting in longer machine life and lower
maintenance cost.

Spacious, Quiet,
FOPS Cab

56.6 m3/min (2,000 ft3/m) @ 6.9 bar 100 psi

73.56 m3/min 2,600 ft3/min @ 6.9 bar 100 psi
42.5 m3/min 1,500 ft3/min @ 10.3/24.1/34.4 bar
(150/350/500 psi)

Heavy
Structures

Mast and mainframe designed for 60,000 hrs

A-frame with floating pivot shaft design
Multi-stage mast raise cylinders

Hydraulics
OEM Cat Hydraulic Hoses
Approximately 50% fewer hoses

Undercarriage

20% less fuel consumption

Engines C32 ACERT)
680 kW (912 hp)
775 kW (1039 hp) high or low pressure
Compressors

Cab is 4.85 m2 (52.22 sq ft)

New operating system
Closed circuit cameras
Deluxe operator & trainer seat

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Cat 349E L Undercarriage with grease lubricated track pins

25% improvement on internal wear

Structural Details

Mast System Choices

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10 m (35 ft)
13 m (44 ft)
16 m (54 ft)
Single or multi-pass
Strong and simple mast
pinning system

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Structures: Core Strength

Structural integrity
Main frame design
A-frame is integral
Jacks integral
Deck

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Undercarriage

Tram speed is 2.27 km/h (1.41 mph)

Stability limits mast down
25% cab downhill
13% cab uphill
Cat 349E L with GLT

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Structural Integrity

Angle Drilling Mast System

Animation link; Structural Integrity of Cat Drills

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Power Group

Power Group
Top-of-class bit load, torque and rpm, plus bailing
air for optimal penetration rates and fast cycle
times. Our power groups are arranged in-line for
easy access from either side.

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Power & Mast Group Configurations

Engine Cat C32

ACERT

680 kW (912 hp)

@ 1800 rpm

775 kW (1039 hp)

@ 1800 rpm

775 kW (1039 hp)

@ 1800 rpm

Compressor

56.6 m3/min (2000 cfm) @

6.9 bar (100 psi)

73.6 m3/min (2600 cfm)

@ 6.9 bar (100 psi), variable
displacement

42.5 m3/min (1500 cfm @

10.3/24.1/34.4 bar
(150/350/500 psi)

Mast
Carousel

Single Pass Depth

10 m (35 ft)
5 x (194 mm) 7 5/8 in or
(219 mm) 8 5/8 in 10.67 m
(35 ft) pipe
10.29 m (33 ft 9 in)

13 m (40 ft)
5 x (194 mm) 7 5/8 in or
(219 mm) 8 5/8 in 12.19 m
(40 ft) pipe
13.4 m (44 ft.)

16 m (50 ft)
4 x (194 mm) 7 5/8 in or
(219 mm) 8 5/8 7.62 m
(25 ft) pipe
16.46 m (54 ft)

Multi-Pass Depth

63.4 m (208 ft)

74.4 m (244 ft)

46.9 m (154 ft)

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Compressor single or dual stage

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Low pressure for rotary only

drilling mode
- air flow 56.6 m3/min (2,000 ft3/min)
@ 6.9 bar (100 psi)
- air flow 73.6 m3/min (2,600 ft3/min)
@ 6.9 bar (100 psi) variable
displacement

Optional High pressure for DTH or Rotary drilling mode

- air flow 42.5 m3/min (1,500 ft3/min) @10.3/24.1/34.4 bar (150/350/500 psi)

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Hydraulic System

Closed loop hydraulic system

Electro-hydraulic control
No hydraulic lines in cab
Live fluid sampling system
available

C10339323
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Drill pipe and bit handling tools

Pipe Rack Carousel Configurations

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Pipe Rack Carousel Configurations (continued)

Carousel
Pipe
Mast capacity diameter

10 m

13 m

16 m

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Pipe
Bit
length change SP depth MP depth Bit sub Bit load

194 mm
(758 in) or
219 mm
(858 in)

194 mm
(758 in) or
219 mm
(858 in)

12.19 m
(40 ft)

194 mm
(758 in) or
219 mm
(858 in)

7.62 m
(25 ft)
qty 2 each
(50 ft)

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10.67 m
(35 ft)

above
deck

down to
10.29 m
(33 ft 9 in)

down to
63.39 m
(208 ft)

above
deck

down to
13.4 m
(44 ft)

down to
74.37 m
(244 ft)

above
deck

down to
16.46 m
(54 ft)

down to
46.93 m
(154 ft)

76 cm
(30 in)

Up to
40 992 kg
(90,371 lb)

229 cm
(90 in)

Up to
41 274 kg
(90,993 lb)

229 cm
(90 in)

Up to
41 735 kg
(92,001 lb)

Pulldown and Hoist

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One double action cylinder

Cable pulldown / Auto tensioning
Hoist force - 311 kN (70,000 lbf)
Pull down 383 kN (86,000 lbf)
Retract rate - 0-33.5 m/min (0-110 ft/min)

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Efficient pipe and bit handling

Break Out Wrench

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Deck Wrench

Hyd. Operated Bit Basket

Dust Control

Dust Collection
Water injection system
4.2 m2 (45.14 ft2) Dust
Chamber
Large chamber for deep
hole drilling
Curtains overlap to
prevent leaks
Optional front and rear
dust lifters ensure cuttings
are not pulled back into
the hole

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Cab and Controls

Cab panoramic view whats on the inside counts

Angle Drilling Mast System

Animation link; interactive tour of the cab

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Operator Control Station

Ergonomic console:
Well-organized, intuitive controls
Fingertip toggle switches control
auxiliary functions
Each function is labeled with
international ISO symbols

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Drill Control System

Human Machine Interface

Machine Health & Diagnostic
Safety and Operator Assist
Closed circuit camera system
Base for Autonomy
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Cat MineStarTM System; Terrain for Drills

High precision management

through GPS
Optimize utilization
Operator guidance
Accuracy of drilling depth
Reports geology variation of bench
Reports on drill and operator
productivity
Allows remote, real-time monitoring
of drilling and blast planning

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TECHNOLOGY DETAILS MD6420C

- Command
- Terrain
- Autonomy

Command
Auto Drill Assist
Automates each step of drill cycle
Auto Level
Auto Mast (raise & lock / unlock & lower)
Auto Drill (single pass)
PL Elite Compatible
Retrofit and Factory Fit

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Terrain for drills

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Service and Low Maintenance Considerations

Longer Repair Intervals

Advanced C-Series control systems and durable Cat
components result in measurable advantages in meantime
to repair.
Cat control technologies help to protect vital systems and
components
Built-in high-level diagnostics ensure that the right repairs get
done quickly
When its time, a Cat Certified Rebuild delivers a full second
service life

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Room to move for quicker maintenance access

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360 degree walkways

Multiple stairs
Large front/rear decks
Stationary rear deck

Easy mast service access

Staircase
Grated flooring

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Service Summary

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Machine health and monitoring

Diagnostics
Built-in reliability to handle tough environments
Long life, quality components
Longer service intervals
Quick and easy access to components
Large, safe walkways
High parts availability
Preloaded parts/service/maintenance manuals
Technical product and application expertise
Support from the industry-leading Cat dealer network
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Safety Highlights

Safety features recap

Safety Points

Self-closing gates
Cab roof access ladder and
safety railing
Dual isolation station for full
battery disconnect or starter only
Closed circuit camera system
Multiple interlocks
Wide, grated walkways
Two cab doors for
ingress/egress
Multiple shut down points
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Low Total Cost of Ownership

Long Term Value

Structures:
Built for 60,000 hrs., Long-life frame and mast
Overall machine life cycle is 25% longer than competitive models
Components and fuel:
Undercarriage life cycle cost advantage is 30%
$35 less per hour parts consumption
Low engine load factors result in efficient fuel usage
(Source MD6420C field study shows 23-24 gal per hour at 53-55% load factor)

Technology savings:
Drills run at within ideal operating parameters, result in maximum bit
life, reduced costs for consumables, longer machine life and lower
maintenance cost.
Improved accuracy and hole quality
One operator can operate multiple drills
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More sales tools and video links

Sales Documents

MD6420C

Animation 1 Avantage Cat MD6420C

https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLB1__tNZTxCpJya5LQ0Bs91rq2DSEq6n&v=7t2XmmH24Yc&feature=player_detailpage
https://youtu.be/rTUgDuUr4r0?list=PLB1__tNZTxCp-Jya5LQ0Bs91rq2DSEq6n

Animation 2 Rotary Drill Structures

Animation 3 DTH Application
Animation 4 Rotary Application
Article / Release

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vZs-UM8LgE&list=PLB1__tNZTxCpJya5LQ0Bs91rq2DSEq6n&index=11
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BhSPKl3vMY&list=PLB1__tNZTxCpJya5LQ0Bs91rq2DSEq6n&index=12
http://www.cat.com/en_US/news/machine-press-releases/new-cat-md6420c-rotarydrill-boosts-productivity-and-lowers-operating-costs.html

Infographic Cat_Rotary_Drills_Technology

http://www.cat.com/en_US/products/new/by-industry/mining/articles/rotary-drillvalue-download.html

Infographics Cat_Rotary_Drills_life_cycle

http://www.cat.com/en_US/products/new/by-industry/mining/articles/rotary-drill-costdownload.html
http://www.cat.com/en_US/products/new/by-industry/mining/articles/rotary-drilltechnology-download.html
http://www.cat.com/en_US/products/new/by-industry/mining/articles/rotary-drillvalue-download.html
http://www.cat.com/en_US/products/new/by-industry/mining/articles/rotary-drillvalue-download.html
http://dealer.cat.com/en/drills/rotary-drills/md6420c/md6420c-containerpage/specalog-md6420c-medium.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVWrj9HWW4w

Infographics Command for Drilling

Infographics four_ways_Terrain_for_drilling
Key Features Sheet
Specalog
Video, Minimizing Drill Variability
(not model specific)
Video, Mood setter
(not model specific)
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http://dealer.cat.com/en/drills/rotary-drills/md6240/md6240/video-mining-drillsoverview.html

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