Description

Trav-L-Cutter is a portable milling machine designed to cut and bevel simultaneously on most pipe materials and schedules. Secured by its tensioning chain, the Trav-L-Cutter drives itself around the pipe as it machines, producing a weld ready surface.

Features

Simultaneous Cutting & Beveling
Horizontal and Vertical Operation
Preferred Cold Cutting Method
Compact, Portable Design
Pneumatic or Hydraulic Drive
Easy to Set-Up and Operate
Fast and Accurate Cuts
Accommodates 6"–72" OD (DN150–1800)

Specifications

Product Specifications

ITEM	SPECIFICATION
Machining Capacity	6"–72" (153 to 1829mm) pipe, large diameter vessels.
Cutter Drive	Pneumatic: 4 hp governed air motor coupled with worm gearbox. Hydraulic: As above, with hydraulic motor
Cutter Speed	Pneumatic: Adjustable from 35–55 rpm for use on work-hardened alloys. Hydraulic: Adjustable from 0–60 rpm
Feed	Pneumatic: 3/4 hp air motor coupled through overload clutch, gearbox and chain reduction to final machine drive sprocket. Hydraulic: 4 hp hydraulic motor
Feed Method	Positive, nonslip chain drive.
Air Requirements	100 cfm @ 90 psi (.05 m3 /s @ 6.21 bar)
Hydraulic Requirements	13–15 gpm @ 1500 psi (49.2–56.78 lpm @ 103.42 bar) not to exceed 2000 psi (137.9 bar)
Work Speed	3" (76.2mm) surface feed/min maximum, or appr. 1 min/in (1 min/25.4mm) of pipe diameter. 10" (254mm) pipe = 10 min. Over 1 /2" (12.7mm) wall as well as most alloys require reduced feed rate.
Clearance	10"-12" (254–309mm) radial, 20" (508mm) axial
Controls (Model E & HE)	Cutter on-off, feed on-off, with interlock to prevent machine feed unless cutter is turning, adjustable feed control. (Model HE Only) Flow control valves. Separate controls provide adjustable spindle speed and cutter speed. Forward/Reverse valve governs machine travel direction.
Weight: Operating	215 lbs (97.6 kg) Shipping: 418 lbs (189.6 kg)
Finish	Powder coated enamel
Dimensions (LxWxH)	24"(610 mm) x 20"(510 mm) x 10.75"(280 mm)

Sizing

US PIPE SIZE	METRIC PIPE SIZE	POWER SOURCE
6" to 72" OD	DN150-1800	Hydraulic
6" to 72" OD	DN150-1800	Pneumatic

Downloads

Trav-L-Cutter _ Spec Sheet

Trav-L-Cutter_Brochure

Catalogue_1501 Subsea Catalogue_22

SFI Catalogue Jan 2016 1 Piping Equipment

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