SRS 2x7 Drill Head Basic Functions
SRS 2x7 Drill Head Basic Functions
SRS 2x7 Drill Head Basic Functions
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1 Introduction
NOTE
Before you start using the equipment, please take notice of the following points.
Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill only grants warranty claims if the Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill equipment is operated
by a certified Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill driller and if all instructions for application and maintenance of the
equipment have been applied.
The contents of this manual have been drawn up in observance of the NEN EN 791 Drilling Installation Safety
Requirements and EN 16228/2014 that specifies the common safety requirements for drilling and foundation
equipment
The original instructions for this manual have been written in English. Other language versions of this manual
are a translation of the original instructions.
If the text follows a mark (as shown on the left), this means that an important instruction follows.
If the text follows a mark (as shown on the left), this means that an important warning follows relating
to danger to the user or damage to the apparatus.The user is always responsible for its own personal
protection.
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(or must be typed).
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Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill is not responsible and/or liable for any damage and/or personal injury due to (incorrect) use of this product.
Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill would be pleased to receive your reactions and comments about this product and the user instructions.
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2. Introduction
How does Sonic Drilling work?
Sonic drilling is a soil penetration technique that strongly reduces friction on the drill string and drill bit due to
liquefaction, inertia effects and a temporary reduction of porosity of the soil. The combination makes penetrating
a large range of soils easy for our Sonic rigs and tooling.
Liquefaction
When you use a sonic drill head, the entire drill string is brought to a vibration frequency of up to 150 Hz. This
causes a very thin layer of soil particles directly surrounding the drill string and bit to loose structure. Instead
of a stiff mass, the soil behaves like a fluid powder or paste. This fluidization, or liquefaction, extremely reduces
friction.
The casing allows equipment to be installed into the ground: explosives for seismological research; 1-inch and
2-inch monitoring wells, multilevel wells or geo-sensors.
SmartWells and seismic explosives are all installed with parallel repair of impermeable layers that have been
drilled through. We supply pre-shaped bentonite products with diameters compatible with our GP63, GP88 and
GP100 casing for use with our SmartWells and seismic material. In approximately 120 hours they swell and plug
the hole when the casing has been pulled up.
Operate the SmallRotoSonic head only with Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill supplied and/or approved
drill rigs.
Drilling in soft/medium/hard formations only use Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill supplied and/or approved
tooling.
Vertical drilling for inclined drilling max. 45°from vertical in same direction as head tilt, and only while
using an appropriate centralizer to secure proper alignment of drill string with foot clamp.
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3. Description Sonic Drill head SRS 2x7
The Sonic Drill module consists of a high-frequency vibration unit / oscillator block, which is mounted in a
frame with vibration isolators. The standard SmallRotoSonic 2x7 drill head unit has two vibration isolators
(silent blocks) on each side (four in total). A separate hydraulic motor enables rotation during vibration or for
mounting and breaking casing.
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3.2 SmallRotoSonic 2x7 working and tilted position
Rotary engine
Protective shield
Lower buffers
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4. Hydraulic diagram of the SmallRotoSonic 2x7 drill head
Tilt
bearings
Lube spindle
bearings
Lube eccentric
R lube
Pretension cylinder
Manifold
P lube
Eccentric motors
R sonic
Rotary motor
P sonic
SRS-drill head
CW
CCW
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5. Technical specifications SmallRotoSonic 2x7 drill module
Machine
Type Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill SRS HO 2x7
Drill head article number 0100037
Application: Crawler and wheel carried rigs and various other carriers
Sonic vibration
Oscillator output force 140 kN
Hydraulic flow requirements max. 85 l/min at ∆230 bar
Frequency 0-150 Hz
Hydraulic input required 36 kW
Rotary function
Speed 100-120 RPM
Rotation torque: clockwise 0-120 rpm 1.200 Nm @ 150 bar
Rotation torque: counter clockwise 1.400 Nm @ 170 bar
Hydraulic flow requirements 100-120 l/min
Hydraulic input required 29 - 42 kW
Filtration
Return filtration equal or better than 25 microns
Pressure filtration equal or better than 10 microns
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5.2 Noise production
Noise measurements have been carried out at several distances of the drilling module. The derived A-weighted
sound power level (LWA) of the Sonic drilling module, excluding the contribution of the hydraulic power unit,
is 104 dB(A). In table 1 the sound power level is given in octave bands and in dB(A).
Table 1. Sound power level (LWA) of the Sonic drilling module (P1.27-2); excluding hydraulic power unit
Centre frequency octave band 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000 Hz
The equivalent sound pressure level (Leq) at 10 m distance from the drilling module, excluding the contribution
of the hydraulic power unit, is 75 dB (A).
The noise level at the operating panel of the drilling machine, excluding the contribution of the hydraulic power
unit, will be between 89-94 dB (A) (corresponding with the levels measured respectively 1 and 2 m distance from
the heart of the drilling module).
6. Functioning
You must have read the safety instructions before you start drilling. The applied drilling techniques
are powerful. Using it in an impatient manner is dangerous. Respect safety instructions and take care
to follow all instructions in the manuals.
When the drill head is to be used under arctic conditions the use of Aerohydraulic 520 oil (or similar) is indicated.
The vibration + rotary unit is suspended between vibration isolators and can move 70 mm up and 70 mm down.
The vibrated spindle can simultaneously be rotated by the rotary motor on top of the vibratory unit; clockwise
only. The vibration unit has a stop both at the top and bottom. This stop is reached at a pulling force of more
than 55 kN.
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During vibration the vibratory unit should never touch the drill head frame. If this happens a loud
metallic sound is produced, but this should be avoided at all times.
During drilling operations, the rotation and vibration functions of the SmallRotoSonic 2x7 drill head can be
activated at all times; separate from each other or simultaneously. The rotation function is also used to make
or break threaded connections. Never use the vibration function then!
To prevent high wear of casing threading it is important to neutralize the position of the vibratory
block within the frame. When unscrewing a casing the drill head should be allowed to move up. When
connecting a casing it should be allowed to move down. While tightening or un-tightening screw
connections of rods, slowly move the running carriage down (tightening) or up (un-tightening). In this
way the stops will not be reached. It will also increase the life time of your casing threads. If present
on the rig use the weight compensation function, otherwise you may consider mounting one to prolong
the longevity of casing threading.
The maximum feed force can be applied to a drill string if the drill string is pulled without the use of
rotary and/or vibration functions. Pulling up the drill string with maximum force will result in a physical
contact between the vibration block and the stops in the sonic frame. This is allowed.
6.5 Overheating
Warning:
During intensive use eccentric housings may overheat. As a rule, keep in mind never to exceed a
continuous vibration time of 15 minutes.
This time may be shorter in case of heavy drilling circumstances or high rpm’s of the eccentrics (slow down the
vibration intensity if this is not required!!). Check temperatures of eccentric housings and casing connections.
When too hot, activate clockwise rotation for some 10-20 minutes. Then allow all components (oil, cooler, drill
head) to cool for 30 minutes during a complete standstill of the rig.
Consider creating another borehole or start the drilling process with more patience (slow down). When the
problem persists consider skipping to another drilling technique.
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7. Safety
Not all tools can withstand high-frequency vibrations. Only use the tools supplied or tools that have
been approved by Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill.
Avoid unauthorized people coming any closer to the rig than 10 metres.
Work clothing. Always wear safety shoes or safety boots, a safety helmet and a pair of sturdy gloves.
Do not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewellery or items of clothing that hang loose.
Always wear ear protection. This applies to the operator as well as the assistant operator (everybody
within a range of approx. 7 metres from the noise source).
Do not start drilling unless the assistant operator is at least 2 metres away from the drilling mast.
Check joints according to the maintenance schedule or more often if the equipment is used under severe
conditions (if jumping appears-drilling in very hard formations). Use locking techniques according to
the instructions later in this manual. Use a torque wrench and the torques specified in the table at
the end of this manual. Any strange noise is an alarm to check all joints!
Do not touch vibrating parts. Although hardly visible, the frequency and amplitude will cause injury.
Use the oscillating drill head only with tools approved by the manufacturer.
When drilling is started the lower end of the casing needs to be guided to prevent any sideways
movement. Use of a guide sleeve or centralizer flaps is recommended. This may be done by partially
closing the foot clamp and then carefully exerting pressure and/or making gentle rotations for the
first 50 cm
Do not use the vibratory unit to warm up the hydraulics! Use the rotation function for this. (See 5.1
Warming up the Drill Head for warm up procedure)
When in doubt about any aspect of the drill head use, please contact your supplier.
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8. Trouble shooting
All hydraulic functions refuse to act
• The hydraulic circuit is not running or no electricity for the sensors.
• The emergency button (e.g. of a hydraulic power pack) has been pressed.
The drill string touches the foot clamp of the drilling machine
In hard layers of soil or rubble and with high force is exerted some drilling machines will drift away easily. The
drill string can also drift away underground in layers containing rubble. Try to avoid this situation at all times
since it may be very difficult or impossible to correct this situation. If possible, reposition the drilling machine
above the drill string. Prevent the rig from drifting away from the casing by constantly monitoring the vertical
movement of the mast compared to the soil. When reaching a layer with boulders or rock severely slow down
lowering speed and, if mounted, activate the float function. If the problem persists install the machine elsewhere.
Contact your supplier if you are unable to find a cause for your problem.
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9. Regular maintenance and lubrication
9.1 Inspection
• Loosening of screw connections. Where necessary, fix screw connections with safety nut or self-locking
material (see further on). It may still be possible for screw connections to loosen, especially during heavy-
duty work like penetrating layers of hard soil.
• Condition of hydraulic hoses and clamps keeping hydraulic hoses separated from each other.
• Check if the synchronisation belt (see rear of drill head) is intact and has the right tension using the
tensioning checking tool (see separate synchronization belt manual).
9.2 Cleaning
• Keep case of the synchronisation belt clean. Particles that come loose may damage or even break the
belt. A broken belt may cause the eccenters to rotate out of tune which will create a vigorous shaking of
the drill head and severe stress on spindle and casing.
• If cleaning the drill head with a high pressure cleaner do NOT direct the water jet towards seals, runners,
sealed or unsealed bearings or sleeve bearings.
For a thorough inspection and warrantee reasons it is recommended to have the oscillating drill head checked
by the manufacturer or a B-level Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill certified distributor every year or after 100 Sonic
head hours of vibration.
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9.4 SRS 2x7 drill head maintenance diagram
Vibration hours
2 8 20 100 1000**
All parts
Check tightening of bolts and nuts X
Hydraulic couplings and hoses:
Check for leakage X
Check mechanical state of couplings X
Check the hydraulic hoses for damage X
Drill head
Check position of eccenters visually and use tool in X
case of doubt (see separate belt manual)
Check and correct synchronisation belt tension X
(see belt manual)
Check that the belt is not frayed X
Check timing belt rollers X R
Clean surroundings of belt X
Check head for leakages and sound X
Replace eccenter shaft seals R
Check state of rubber buffers and stabilization arms X R
Change all hydraulic oil filters X
Change hydraulic oil (or have the quality tested) X
Replace spindle B
(Replace eccenters B
Grease swivel* X
Notes:
• Guard hydraulic couplings and hoses constantly. Avoid any dirt on the couplings.
• Primary hydraulic circuit: It is absolutely essential to change oil and filters according to the maintenance
manual of the drill rig.
• Check the synchronization belt manual for information on inspection and replacement.
• Oils: Check the specific data sheets.
• Any indication of non-synchronic operation of the eccenters is an urgent reason to check the position of
the eccenters (see synchronisation belt manual).
• Replace rubber buffers of the vibration module at least once a year or each 100 vibration hours or when
signs of wear appear. Please note: rubber buffers, loose their elasticity slowly during use.
• Oils will deteriorate the rubber buffers. Keep them clean. If dirty, clean with a soap solution.
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9.5 Buffer replacement
Change all if one is
worn or damaged
Before starting replacements or repairs, please take notice of the following points.
When replacing hoses use the exact length and specifications of hose.
The vibration unit has several factory settings. Do not dismantle the vibration unit. If repairs are
necessary please refer to the supplier.
Bolt connections should come with safety nuts and should be fixed with the correct fasteners.
Synchronisation belt
For all checks and repairs of the synchronisation belt refer to the separate manual supplied.
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Never try to repair anything on the vibration unit. Always contact the manufacturer. The vibration unit
must be sent to the manufacturer for repair.
Replacement of hoses
Always observe local construction and industrial manufacturing safety requirements when replacing hoses.
Hoses must be able to withstand a 4-fold operating pressure. Replace with hose of same length.
Have the vibration block maintained and repaired by Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill or one of its authorized
distributors. It is a high tech engine comparable to highest class racing engine technology. If the drill head is
opened and closed, renew all bolts, nuts, washers etc. Use the torques as shown in the table below.
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Norm Torques Eijkelkamp SonicSampDrill (ft-lbs !!)
These torques are applicable unless indicated differently on drawing or manual
With Nord-Lock washers Without Nord-Lock washers
Normal and 8.8 10.9 12.9 Normal and 8.8 10.9 12.9
fine threading fine threading
M3 0.96 1.33 1.48 M3 0.96 1.40 1.62
M4 2.29 3.02 3.39 M4 2.29 3.17 3.76
M5 4.43 5.97 6.71 M5 4.43 6.27 7.38
M6 7.74 10.40 11.65 M6 7.38 10.33 12.54
M8 18.44 25.08 28.03 M8 18.44 25.81 30.24
M10 36.14 49.42 55.32 M10 36.14 50.89 61.22
M12 62.69 84.82 94.41 M12 64.43 88.51 106.95
M14 99.57 134.97 150.46 M14 99.57 140.14 169.64
M16 151.20 205.78 229.38 M16 154.89 217.58 261.83
M18 212.42 288.39 322.31 M18 213.89 298.71 357.72
M20 296.50 403.45 449.91 M20 302.40 427.79 508.92
M22 404.18 549.48 612.91 M22 405.66 575.30 685.93
M24 511.13 694.78 775.92 M24 523.67 737.56 885.07
When ordering spare parts please be as accurate as possible and use the numbers mentioned in the lists that
will follow. Apart from part numbers, making a few pictures will always help in avoiding errors from both sides!
Always add the serial number of your drill head for easy reference.
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A: SmallRotoSonic 2x5 basic module
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9.9 A: SmallRotoSonic 2x7 basic module
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B: Mounting-dismounting vibration motors
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9.10 B: Mounting-dismounting vibration motors
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C: Synchronisation-eccenter axle sealing
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9.11 C: Synchronisation-eccenter axle sealing
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D: Drill head movement limiters
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9.12 D: Drill head movement limiters
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E: Mounting of the tilt frame on trolley
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9.13 E: Mounting of the tilt frame on trolley
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F: Mounting and dismounting of tilt cylinders
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9.14 F: Mounting and dismounting of tilt cylinders
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G: Tilt hinges
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9.15 G: Tilt hinges
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H: Sonic head with swivel
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9.16 H: Sonic head with swivel
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I: Sonic head without swivel
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9.16 I: Sonic head without swivel
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