SU488 - SCOOPS
With over 40 years’ experience and over 6,500 battery-powered units produced, the Cat® scoop is the obvious choice for a low-maintenance, high-productivity utility vehicle. The products from the No. 1 manufacturer of battery-powered mining machinery are setting the pace in efficient and reliable underground utility vehicles. The SU488 is the strongest and most rugged low-profile scoop ever built.
SPECIFICATIONS
Height to Top of Cab1245.0 mm
Payload Capacity14.5 tonnes
Length8915.0 mm
BENEFITS AND FEATURES
the cat control system
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Height to Top of Cab1245.0 mm
Payload Capacity14.5 tonnes
Length8915.0 mm
Height to Top of Body965.0 mm
Width2920.0 mm
cab options cab must be utilized when winch is selected
OptionsHydraulic
OptionsManual
drive train
AxlesOptional Diff-Lock
AxlesAlternate axles will be considered upon request
Axles35 800 kg (79,000 lb) capacity axle
AxlesHeavy duty
AxlesBrake cooling
AxlesSAHR brakes
AxlesFeatures outboard planetary
Drive LinesHeavy duty off-highway
Drive Lines7C type driveshafts with slip joints
ReducerA foot-mounted 3.33:1 ratio gearbox
Tram MotorNon-ventilated cooling
Tram MotorFoot-mounted
Tram MotorDirect current
Tram MotorMine traction
Tram MotorOne proprietary design
Tram MotorMSHA totally enclosed, explosion-proof
Tram MotorGear motor rated at 37 kW (50 hp) (1 hour) at 1,540 rpm and 110 Volts
brakes
Service and Emergency/ParkSpring-applied hydraulic release SAHR
Service and Emergency/Park4-wheel wet disc
Service and Emergency/ParkControlled by reverse modulating valve
Service and Emergency/ParkLeft-pedal activated
tirewheel option
Options35X15-15 Tires - Customer-specified tire brand and fill type.
Options38X16-15 Tires - Customer-specified tire brand and fill type.
frame
ComponentsHeavy-duty with bends utilized where applicable to reduce the number of indeterminate stresses introduced by welding.
Components254 mm (10 in) extended operator’s deck with side egress access.
ComponentsConstructed of ASTM 572-GR50 steel with T-1 steel at high stress or wear areas.
battery charger accessories
Heavy-duty Charger CaseSled consisting of heavy-duty protection framework and equipped with lifting mechanisms.
machine battery
ComponentsBattery Tray
ComponentsBattery with Plastisol Coated Tray (Single Connector)
ComponentsBattery Filling System
ComponentsBattery Receptacle Kit
operator control
ComponentsLeft-hand control stick that incorporates the most common operator functions
ComponentsErgonomically designed control stick for one-hand control.
ComponentsManual disconnect switch
ComponentsTapeswitch stop switches located on both sides of operator.
ComponentsSpeed control accomplished by right-foot-activated pedal.
other options
OptionHandheld calibrator (control adjustments and troubleshooting)
OptionSchroder Test Mate
OptionPA approval kit
OptionHiPAC 10 control system
OptionVenturi jet fill
OptionTraction motor over speed protection
OptionPark brake pressure switch
hydraulics
Hydraulic Hose and FittingsJIC fittings with high pressure hoses, MSHA 2G flame-resistant approved.
Hydraulic PTOTwo (2) quick coupler connections, 8.3 MPa (1,200 psi) maximum recommended operating pressure.
Lift CylinderTwo (2) 178 mm (7 in) bore, double-acting cylinders with forged rods and self-aligning bushings.
PumpPump is directly mounted to the pump motor housing.
PumpFixed displacement
PumpHelical gear tandem pumps rated at 91 total L/min (24 total gpm) at 1,600 rpm
Pump MotorFoot-mounted
Pump MotorNon-ventilated cooling
Pump MotorMSHA totally enclosed, explosion-proof
Pump MotorMotor rated at 12 kW (16 hp) (1 hour)
Pump MotorDirect current
Pump MotorLaminated frame
Pump MotorMine duty
Pump Motor110 Volts DC
Reservoir170 L (45 gal) capacity with magnetic particle sump strainer and 10 micron return line filter with by-pass.
ReservoirA sight glass on the side of the oil tank for oil-level monitoring.
Reservoir Fill SystemFill cap assembly in top of reservoir tank.
Steering CylinderTwo (2) 127 mm (5 in) bore, double-acting cylinders with forged rods and self-aligning bearings.
Valve BankSix section, parallel (flow through) type with 15.5 MPa (2,250 psi) internal relief and 11.7 MPa (1,700 psi) steering relief.
Valve BankValve bank is rated at 151 L/min (40 gpm).
auxiliary components
ComponentsBattery Change Cables
lift capacity
Capacity14.5 tonnes at 914 mm (16 tons at 36 in) from the face of lift plate
center section cable location option
ComponentsCables are protected with additional guarding and covers. This will add 76 mm (3 in) to overall frame height.
ComponentsAll cables over the top of center section.
winch option
OptionsRequires operator cab in lieu of canopy.
OptionsWinch - 13 600 kg (30,000 lb) bare drum pull, 2-speed winch assembly with 21.3 m of 19 mm (70 ft of ¾ in) diameter steel cable.
center section
ComponentsHeavy-duty ball bearing with unlimited oscillation.
ComponentsPivot points designed to distribute loads using self-aligning, one-piece, heavy-duty radial bearings.
ComponentsInternal grease seals to prevent contamination of the ball bearings.
fire suppression
TypeFour point, 9 kg (20 lb), multi-purpose, ABC dry chemical fire suppression system; manually actuated.
battery charger options
OptionsDual-output for two batteries
OptionsSingle-output for one battery
operator’s compartment options
OptionsHydraulically activated, floor mounted, foot operated push button.
Options533 mm (21 in) deck extension to provide better visibility in the lower seams
dimensions approximate
Adjustable Cab Height - 35x15-15 Tires1270 mm-1520 mm (4 ft 2 in-5 ft 0 in)
Adjustable Cab Height - 38x16-15 Tires1350 mm-1600 mm (4 ft 5 in-5 ft 3 in)
Battery Height from Ground - With 64-SS100-21 Battery: 35X15-15 Tires1020.0 mm
Battery Height from Ground - With 64-SS100-21 Battery: 38X16-15 Tires1070.0 mm
Battery Height from Ground - With 64-SS125-21 Battery: 35X15-15 Tires1120.0 mm
Battery Height from Ground - With 64-SS125-21 Battery: 38X16-15 Tires1170.0 mm
Battery Height from Ground - With 64-SS85-21 Battery: 35X15-15 Tires965.0 mm
Battery Height from Ground - With 64-SS85-21 Battery: 38X16-15 Tires1020.0 mm
Ground Clearance (Nominal) (Please reference sales drawing for Ground Clearance profile) - 35x15-15 Tires250.0 mm
Ground Clearance (Nominal) (Please reference sales drawing for Ground Clearance profile) - 38x16-15 Tires330.0 mm
Inside turn radius3660.0 mm
Main Frame Height - 35x15-15 Tires860.0 mm
Main Frame Height - 38x16-15 Tires940.0 mm
Outside turn radius7315.0 mm
Overall Length - Length with lift plate attachment8230.0 mm
Overall Length - With contoured bucket8940.0 mm
Overall Length - With lifting forks8030.0 mm
Overall Length - With quick-attach flat bottom bucket9140.0 mm
Overall Width - With contoured bucket2900.0 mm
Overall Width - With lifting forks2690.0 mm
Overall Width - With quick-attach flat bottom bucket2900.0 mm
Steering articulation80° total
Tram Speed8.0 km/h
Un-A-Trac Empty Weights - Less Battery16650.0 kg
Un-A-Trac Empty Weights - With 64-SS100-21 Battery21770.0 kg
Un-A-Trac Empty Weights - With 64-SS85-21 Battery21200.0 kg
Wheelbase3660.0 mm
battery plug single connector option
JR 2000, 5-pole, Brass w/Captive Wrench
brass plug with a captive wrench to install or remove the battery plugs battery plug is rated at 600 amps
Battery Plug - Single Connector OptionJ
r 2000 5pole brass wcaptive wrench
Other connector options available upon requestLift Attachment Option
options
QDS quick attach module (required for all QDS attachments)Lift Attachment Option
QDS battery carrierLift Attachment Option
QDS fork assemblyOperator’s Compartment
components
Right foot accelerator pedalOperator’s Compartment
254 mm (10 in) extended operator’s deckOperator’s Compartment
Manual circuit breaker lever reset handleOperator’s Compartment
Left foot brake pedalOperator’s Compartment
Accumulator pressure gaugeOperator’s Compartment
Park brake release pressure gaugeOperator’s Compartment
Tape strip panic switch that de-energizes electrical system and applies automatic brakeOperator’s Compartment
Warning gongOperator’s Compartment
System pressure gaugeOperator’s Compartment
Control stationOperator’s Compartment
valve bank hydraulic functions
• Steering • Bucket • Bucket Eject • Winch/Power Take Off • Battery ChangerElectrical Controls
types
Model 2000, microprocessor controlled, IGBT, contactorless, 128VDC, 1200 amp traction motor controller.Electrical Controls
Mine duty, 600 amp frame circuit breaker, with UVR (under voltage release) trip unit.Electrical Controls
Microprocessor controlled, IGBT, contactorless, 128VDC, 350 amp, pump motor controller.Lighting System Option
options
MCI 120VLighting System Option
Ocenco, Halogen, 12VDC, 50 watt - Two front headlights with protective guard, and two rear headlights with protective guard.Lighting System Option
MCI 12V
BENEFITS AND FEATURES
THE CAT CONTROL SYSTEM
We have led the way in increasing the productivity of battery powered mining equipment.
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MINE DUTY, 37 KW/50 HP TRAM ...
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HEAVY-DUTY CENTER SECTION
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ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE
The Cat Diesel Power pack, in both permissible and non-permissible configurations, is the ...
LEARN MORESU488 STANDARD EQUIPMENT
- oversize center sections
- tape switch type emergency stops
- wetdisc service brakes
- cat igbt electric controllers optional hipac 10 ac drive
- multipurpose contoured bottom bucket
- planetary wheel drives
- groundlevel battery change system
SU488 OPTIONS
- vertical lift and tilt
- dual tram motors
- battery sizes from 550 to 1500 amphrs
- twospeed winch
- heavyduty forged steel fork frame
- special rock bucket
- hydraulically operated cab assembly
- cat control stick
- diesel versions available
- ac motors with vfd control system
MOTEUR
We have led the way in increasing the productivity of battery powered mining equipment.
BENEFITS AND FEATURES
Our control system eliminates commutating coils and capacitor banks and is able to provide a microprocessor-based motor controller. Using the dash-mounted diagnostic display and the handheld calibrator/diagnostic unit, difficulties can be overcome in short order.
Optional HiPAC 10 VFD - The Cat HiPAC 10 is a DC to AC variable-frequency inverter control that drives high-performance AC electronic motors, which have a superior speed-torque characteristics.
BENEFITS AND FEATURES
It is up to 14% more efficient than traditional DC motors. This means higher loaded tram speeds, more responsive hydraulic functions and more work per battery charge.
The scoop is equipped with a 50 hp, 110 V DC, class H insulation series wound traction motor.
BENEFITS AND FEATURES
An Optional 100 hp AC tram motor is available with the HiPAC 10 VFD Control System.
All Cat utility scoops feature large hydraulic fluid reservoirs for maximum cooling capacity. Each reservoir is equipped for easy fluid-level monitoring.
BENEFITS AND FEATURES
The machines are provided with 10-micron return line filtration and a magnetic particle sump strainer. For long life and dependability, the main implement pumps are helical gear, fixed displacement. Dash-mounted gauges provide the operator with continuous monitoring of the status of the hydraulic system. An optional 35 kW (47 hp) AC Pump motor with HiPAC 10 VFD control system is available.
With options and features like full inboard planetary axles and bulletproof outboard and hub-end planetary axles, the Cat Scoop is the right combination for any application.
BENEFITS AND FEATURES
For unparalleled speed and maximum reliability, the SU488 offers dual 37.3 kW (50 hp) tram motors.
For long-shift productivity, operator comfort is paramount for maintaining a safe working environment.
BENEFITS AND FEATURES
At Caterpillar, ergonomics is not just another marketing buzzword. Controls are placed in a logical, easy-to-reach position and are easily operated from the fully padded, adjustable seat.
To provide superior stability in tough conditions, the scoop offers ball bearing oscillation. The problems associated with three-point-hitch style oscillation are eliminated with the robust design of the pivot section.
BENEFITS AND FEATURES
High-strength, low-alloy steel bearing attachment faces and quality ANSI/AWS welding help provide the reliability that our customers demand. The articulation joint features hardened spherical bushings to ensure even load distribution to the high-strength, hardened articulation pins.
The Cat Diesel Power pack, in both permissible and non-permissible configurations, is the cleanest power pack available for the underground mining environment.
BENEFITS AND FEATURES
Alternate engines are available depending on application and geographical regions.