KT5D Integrated Down The Hole Drill Rig For Open Use
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KT5D Integrated Down The Hole Drill Rig For Open Use

The KT5D integrated down the hole drill rig for open use is an advanced drilling device integrating the down the hole drilling system and screw air compressor system, It is capable of drilling vertical, inclined and horizontal holes, mainly used for open-pit mine, stonework blast holes and pre-splitting holes. Equipped with the Yuchai Engine, drill pipe lubrication module and efficient dust collection system. It is typical of energy conservation, efficiency, safety, environment-friendliness, flexibility, simple operation and stable performance, etc.
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Jining Dongtai Lite Engineering Machinery Co., Ltd. is one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of kt5d integrated down the hole drill rig for open use in China. With abundant experience, we warmly welcome you to buy customized kt5d integrated down the hole drill rig for open use made in China here from our factory. Good service and quality products are available.

 

The KT5D integrated down the hole drill rig for open use is an advanced drilling device integrating the down the hole drilling system and screw air compressor system, It is capable of drilling vertical, inclined and horizontal holes, mainly used for open-pit mine, stonework blast holes and pre-splitting holes. Equipped with the Yuchai Engine, drill pipe lubrication module and efficient dust collection system. It is typical of energy conservation, efficiency, safety, environment-friendliness, flexibility, simple operation and stable performance, etc.

 

Engineering Advantages & Structural Highlights

 

Dual-Power Architecture: The KT5D Difference

  • Independent power sources for drilling and compression: a dedicated primary engine drives the hydraulic drilling system (crawler, rotary head, feed, mast positioning), while a separate secondary engine powers the onboard compressor exclusively. Neither system competes with the other for power at any point in the operating cycle.
  • Full compressor output at all times: because the compressor has its own dedicated engine, it delivers its full rated air pressure and volume regardless of whether the rig is simultaneously tramming, repositioning the mast, or performing rod changes - a critical advantage over single-engine designs where compressor output drops when other hydraulic loads are active.
  • Higher air output than single-engine integrated rigs: the dedicated compressor engine enables a larger compressor unit to be fitted, delivering the air volume required to drive 5-inch to 6-inch DTH hammers at full performance - a capability beyond the reach of the KT5J and KT5C.
  • Independent engine management: each engine can be started, stopped, and serviced independently, allowing the drilling system to remain operational during compressor maintenance intervals and vice versa, minimizing unplanned downtime.
     

Enclosed Operator Cabin

  • ROPS/FOPS certified enclosed cabin with air conditioning, heating, and acoustic insulation, providing full operator protection and climate control across all operating environments.
  • Positive-pressure filtered air supply to the cabin prevents dust ingress, protecting the operator from respirable dust exposure including respirable crystalline silica (RCS) in silica-rich rock formations.
  • In-cabin digital instrument panel displaying real-time parameters for both the drilling system and the compressor: hole depth, rotation speed, feed pressure, compressor working pressure, compressor delivery, and both engine load and temperature readings - all from a single operator workstation.
  • Ergonomic suspension seat with integrated joystick controls for all drilling, tramming, and mast positioning functions, designed for sustained single-operator use across extended shifts.
     

Drilling Performance

  • Drill hole diameter range: 115 mm to 178 mm, covering mid-to-large blast-hole and production-hole specifications in open-pit mining and high-production quarry operations.
  • Maximum drilling depth: up to 36 m per setup, suitable for high-bench configurations and large-scale production blasting programs.
  • High-efficiency DTH hammer system with full-rated air supply from the dedicated compressor engine, delivering maximum penetration rates in hard rock formations up to 350 MPa UCS.
  • High-torque rotary head with variable speed control, compatible with large-diameter DTH hammer sizes and drill rod configurations required for the KT5D's expanded hole diameter range.
  • Hydraulic feed system with high feed force and pull-back capacity, enabling precise bit-to-rock contact pressure control across the full depth range and extending drill bit service life in abrasive formations.
  • Mast angle adjustment supports vertical and inclined drilling up to 30 degrees from vertical for pre-split blasting, contour drilling, and angled production holes.
     

Mobility, Serviceability & Fleet Integration

  • Heavy-duty crawler undercarriage with wide-gauge steel tracks, providing stable self-propelled mobility across quarry benches, uneven terrain, and loose ground surfaces.
  • Centralized service layout with ground-level access to all daily maintenance points for both engines, the compressor, and the hydraulic system, keeping scheduled service time efficient despite the dual-engine configuration.
  • Remote diagnostic port compatible with fleet management systems, enabling real-time monitoring of both engine and compressor health parameters for proactive maintenance scheduling.
  • Optional dust suppression system (water mist or dry collector) for compliance with site dust emission requirements and improved hole cleanliness in sensitive environments.

 

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Technical Specifications

 

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Typical Applications

 

  • Mid-to-large open-pit mining: blast-hole drilling for iron ore, copper, gold, coal, and non-metallic minerals at operations requiring hole diameters above 152 mm and depths beyond the KT5J/KT5C envelope.
  • High-production quarrying: large-diameter production drilling in granite, basalt, limestone, and sandstone quarries where output requirements demand the air volume of a high-capacity compressor in a single integrated machine.
  • Sites with strict operator welfare requirements: operations where enclosed ROPS/FOPS cabin protection, climate control, and dust filtration are mandated alongside the need for larger hole diameters than the KT5C provides.
  • Remote and access-restricted high-output sites: drilling programs where the logistical advantages of a single integrated machine are required at a production scale that exceeds the KT5J/KT5C capacity.
  • Road, highway, and large civil infrastructure: rock cutting and slope stabilization drilling on major infrastructure projects requiring larger blast holes and higher daily meterage output.
  • Hydropower and dam construction: foundation drilling and grouting-hole preparation in hard-rock environments where site access limits multi-unit deployments and larger hole diameters are specified.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Q: What is the dual-power architecture, and why does it matter for drilling performance?

A: The KT5D uses two independent engines: one dedicated exclusively to the hydraulic drilling system (crawler drive, rotary head, feed cylinder, and mast positioning), and a second dedicated exclusively to the onboard compressor. In single-engine integrated rigs like the KT5J and KT5C, the engine must share its power output between the drilling hydraulics and the compressor simultaneously. When hydraulic demand is high - during tramming, mast repositioning, or rod changes - compressor output drops, reducing air delivery to the DTH hammer. The KT5D eliminates this entirely: the compressor always runs at full rated output regardless of what the drilling system is doing, delivering consistent hammer performance throughout every phase of the drilling cycle.

Q: How does the KT5D compare to the KT5C, and when should I choose the larger model?

A: The KT5C and KT5D share the same enclosed ROPS/FOPS cabin and integrated compressor concept, but differ significantly in capacity. The KT5C drills 90 to 152 mm holes to 28 m depth with a single 132 kW engine. The KT5D drills 115 to 178 mm holes to 36 m depth with 186 kW of total installed power across two independent engines, delivering 18 to 28 m3/min of air at up to 30 bar. Choose the KT5D when your project requires hole diameters above 152 mm, depths beyond 28 m, or when the higher air volume needed for 5-inch to 6-inch DTH hammers exceeds what a single-engine integrated rig can sustain.

Q: Does the dual-engine design increase maintenance complexity and operating costs?

A: The two engines are identical units from the same manufacturer, sharing the same service intervals, oil specifications, filter part numbers, and maintenance procedures. This means the maintenance team only needs to stock one set of engine consumables and follow one service schedule for both engines, keeping parts inventory simple. The centralized service layout provides ground-level access to both engines' daily maintenance points in a single service walk-around. In practice, the incremental maintenance burden of the second engine is modest, and is more than offset by the productivity gains from consistent full-rated compressor output throughout the shift.

Q: What DTH hammer sizes are compatible with the KT5D?

A: The KT5D's compressor delivers 18 to 28 m3/min of free air delivery at up to 30 bar working pressure, which is sufficient to drive 4.5-inch to 6-inch DTH hammers at full rated performance. Compatible hole diameters range from 115 mm to 178 mm depending on the hammer and bit combination selected. Our technical team can recommend the optimal hammer and bit specification for your target hole diameter and rock hardness as part of the project consultation process.

Q: Can the KT5D drill angle holes for pre-split blasting?

A: Yes. The mast positioning system supports drilling from vertical to 30 degrees off-vertical, covering the full range of pre-split, trim blast, and contour drilling angles used in open-pit wall control and quarry face management programs. The hydraulic mast angle adjustment is controlled from inside the enclosed cabin, and the feed force control system compensates automatically for the change in drill string weight at angle to maintain consistent penetration rates throughout the hole depth.

Q: How does the KT5D compare to using a KG520 rig with a separate external compressor?

A: Both configurations can achieve similar hole diameters and depths in the overlapping range. The KG520 with an external compressor offers greater flexibility in compressor sizing and can be upgraded to higher air pressures by swapping the compressor unit. The KT5D offers the operational advantages of a single integrated machine: faster repositioning, simpler logistics, reduced bench congestion, and no air hose management. For operations where site access, bench space, or mobilization cost make a two-unit setup impractical, the KT5D is the more efficient solution. For operations requiring maximum air pressure flexibility or hole diameters above 178 mm, the KG520 or KG590 series with an appropriately sized external compressor would be the recommended choice.

Q: What are the transportation and mobilization requirements for the KT5D?

A: With an operating weight of approximately 18,500 kg, the KT5D requires a heavy-duty low-bed trailer for road transport; standard low-bed trailers rated for 20 tonnes or above are suitable in most markets. As a single integrated machine, mobilization requires only one trailer and one loading operation, significantly reducing logistics time and cost compared to deploying a rig-plus-compressor two-unit combination. On-site, the rig self-trams between drilling positions at up to 2.5 km/h. For international export, the machine is shipped as break-bulk cargo or on a heavy flat-rack.

Q: What after-sales support and spare parts supply do you provide?

A: We provide comprehensive after-sales support through a dedicated international service engineering team. Standard wear parts (drill bits, shank adapters, hammer components, engine and compressor filters and consumables, track pads, hydraulic seals, cabin air filters) are held in stock for dispatch within 24 to 72 hours. Major structural, hydraulic, and powertrain components carry a lead time of 7 to 20 business days depending on destination. On-site commissioning, operator training, and periodic maintenance inspections are available as part of our service packages. Remote technical support via video call is available for urgent operational issues at any time.

 

Inquiry & After-Sales Support

 

For technical consultations, project-specific quotations, or spare parts inquiries, please contact our international sales engineering team. To receive the most accurate and timely proposal, please provide the following information:

  • Target hole diameter and maximum required depth
  • Rock type and estimated uniaxial compressive strength (UCS, MPa)
  • Required daily production output (meters per shift or holes per day)
  • Site location, terrain description, and access constraints
  • Applicable operator protection and HSE regulatory requirements
  • Whether a single-engine integrated (KT5J / KT5C) or dual-engine integrated (KT5D) solution is preferred

 

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