Large Diameter Hole Cutter System

The Wheeler-Rex Hole Cutter System is designed to easily cut holes from 4"–12" (100–300mm) into clay tile, ductile and cast iron, plastic and reinforced concrete pipes. The unit is available with a variety of power sources including 2-cycle gasoline engine, pneumatic motor, electric motor and hydraulic motor. The system is modular in design which allows a single operator to set up and perform non-pressure taps safely and quickly. The basic system can be used on pipes from 6"–20" (150–500mm) O.D. and the capacity can be extended by simply adding chain to the hold down mechanism. Set up normally takes 5–10 minutes and actual cutting time is 5–10 minutes depending on pipe material and wall thickness.

The Model 701186 is a Bypass Valve Kit designed to be used with your skid loader, backhoe or tractor for the Wheeler-Rex Model 1663 Hydraulic Hole Cutter Sysem. The 701186 will adapt your current hydraulic system to the specs required to operate the 1663 Hole Cutter System. (8 gpm and 2000 psi required) Portable at 10 pounds and easy to connect. The hole cutter’s hydraulic lines will directly attach to the quick disconnects for both input & output points on the bypass valve. Hydraulic lines not included (between hydraulic power source & bypass valve.)

Data Table

HOLE CUTTER SHELLS
Nominal Hole Size Clay Concrete Reinforced Concrete, Clay, Ductile & Cast Iron Plastic
4" (100mm) 3395* 6395* 4395
4 1/2" (112mm) 3450* 6450* 4450
6" (150mm) 3595* 6595* 4595
6 1/2" (172mm) 3650* 6650* 4650
8" (200mm) 6800* 4800

Specifications

  • 1660 Complete with gasoline power pack and water valve assembly
  • 1660 Shipping weight (less cutter shells) - 108 lbs. (49kg)
  • 1661 Complete with air power pack and water valve assembly, 70–80 psi (4.6–5.5 bar), 50–60 cfm (1400–1700 lpm)
  • 1661 Shipping weight (less cutter shells) - 123 lbs. (55.9kg)
  • 1662 Complete with 115V electric motor and water valve assembly
  • 1662 Shipping weight (less cutter shells) - 102 lbs. (46kg)
  • 1663 Complete with hydraulic motor and water valve assembly, 8 gpm, 2000 psi (30 lpm @ 130 bar)
  • 1663 Shipping weight (less cutter shells) - 100 lbs. (45.45kg)
  • 1663 Requires external hydraulic source.
  • 1664 Hole Cutter System less drive - 93 lbs. (43kg)
  • 701186 Bypass Valve for 1663 Hole Cutter System 8 gpm, 2000 psi - 10.5 lbs. (4.7kg)
  • * Water coolant required. Larger sizes available upon request