Sandvik introduced the electric DR416iE, based upon the popular Sandvik DR416i. Joining the DR410iE, the DR412iE and the DR413iE in Sandvik’s intelligent rotary blasthole range, the rig delivers superior performance and sustainability in demanding conditions, Sandvik said.
The DR416iE can drill a hole dia. range of 270 to 406 mm. With a 1,044-kW electric power group, the rig uses a soft starter to help reduce impact on the mine’s grid. “The multi-voltage and multi-frequency electric motor offers outstanding flexibility, while the optional 420-m cable reel ensures ample capacity for connecting to the mine substation,” Sandvik said.
The DR416iE has a heavy-duty feed system. “This hydraulic motor-driven chain feed system delivers superior pulldown force and increased weight on bit, resulting in significantly faster penetration rates,” the supplier said.
“We now offer customers the ability to convert a diesel-powered unit to a fully electrified version in the field,” said Nellaiappan Subbiah, product manager, rotary drills, Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions. “This innovative drill delivers unmatched performance, reliability, and sustainability, making it an ideal choice for forward-thinking mining operations.”
