Hydraulic Butt-Fusion Machine
Hydraulic butt-fusion machine equipped with hydraulic power pack, electric planer, and PTFE heater plate for heavy-duty welding of polyethylene pressure pipelines.
- Calibrated hydraulic power unit delivering exact interfacial pressure cycles
- High-strength cast aluminum chassis with precision reducing inserts for multiple pipe sizes
- Powerful dual-facing electric planer ensuring perfectly square, defect-free pipe end prep
- Industrial PTFE-coated heating mirror featuring electronic digital temperature regulation
- Fully compliant with international butt-fusion equipment standards under ISO 12176-1
Key Specifications
- Product code
- P171
- Reference standard
- ISO 12176-1
- Joint type
- Butt fusion
- Unit of sale
- Machine
- Dimensional options
- 2 rows in the specification table
Components and capabilities of hydraulic fusion machines
The hydraulic butt-fusion machine is specialized equipment engineered for jointing medium- and large-diameter polyethylene pipelines into monolithic systems. The rig incorporates a heavy-duty four-clamp chassis, a hydraulic power unit, a motorized facing tool, and a PTFE-coated heating plate. The hydraulic controls allow operators to regulate drag pressure, bead-up force, heat-soak contact, and clamped cooling cycles.
Under ISO 12176-1 guidelines, digital heating mirror temperature accuracy and consistent hydraulic clamp pressure throughout cooling govern joint reliability. The precision dual-bladed electric planer machines mating pipe faces into parallel, clean planes prior to thermal contact.
Diameter capacity and jobsite best practices
Hydraulic butt-fusion machines are typically built to cover broad diameter bands such as 90 to 250 mm, 160 to 400 mm, or 200 to 500 mm (od_min_mm to od_max_mm). Changing the nested cast-aluminum clamp inserts allows operators to weld any standard metric pipe within the machine envelope.
Field maintenance requires keeping the PTFE heating surface immaculate and regularly verifying hydraulic oil calibration. Operators must adhere strictly to welding parameter tables corresponding to pipe wall thickness. Submit your required size range in our RFQ form for formal submittals.
Hydraulic Butt-Fusion Machine — Technical Specifications
Wall thickness and weight are calculated from the standard series and are approximate; final values are confirmed in the quotation.
| Min Pipe OD (mm) | Max Pipe OD (mm) |
|---|---|
| 90 | 315 |
| 200 | 500 |
Hydraulic Butt-Fusion Machine — FAQ
What pipe diameter ranges are covered by hydraulic butt-fusion machines?
Depending on the frame size, these rigs typically accommodate pipe diameters from 90 to 500 mm using reducing inserts.
What is the standard operating temperature for the heating plate?
The PTFE-coated heater mirror is typically regulated between 200°C and 220°C based on resin grade specifications.
Why must cooling proceed under continuous hydraulic pressure?
Controlled cooling under sustained clamp pressure prevents micro-void formation, securing a dense molecular matrix.
Is pipe facing with the planer mandatory before heating?
Yes, facing clears surface oxidation, ensures perpendicular parallel mating ends, and eliminates contamination.
