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A hot tap drill is a universal tool that allows you to manually install a connection point on pressurized or unpressurised pipes. Note: Hot tapping can be dangerous and should be performed by experienced technicians only.

Standard Features

  • Drill Depth: Up to 200 mm (7.87”)
  • Drill Bit Material: Cobalt-containing high-performance high-speed steel HSS / E
  • Working Gas Pressure Range: Up to 20 bar (290 psi)
  • Working Temperature: -50°C to +200°C (-58°F to +392°F)

Options

  • Drill bit Diameters:
    • 8.5 mm, 14.5 mm, 19.5 mm, 24.5 mm
    • Corresponding ball valve size: 1/4”, 1/2”, 3/4”, 1”

Applications

  • Manufacturing and industrial use
  • Non-explosive environments

A hot tap drill is a universal tool that allows you to manually install a connection point on pressurized or unpressurised pipes. Hot tapping takes approximately 30-60 minutes, `depending on the size of the hole and the pipe material.

CAA Sensors hot tap drill is designed to prevent contamination from the drilling process entering into the pipework when used on pressurized pipework. As the drill bit starts to pierce the pipe, air pressure forces loose particles back through an exhaust chamber in the drill’s body where they are captured. This process ensures that no contamination enters the pipework when working on pressurized pipes.

Note: Hot tapping can be dangerous and should be performed by experienced technicians only. Care should be taken when using the drill and appropriate personal protection equipment should be worn.

Hot Tapping Equipment

To hot tap into a pressurized pipe, you generally require:

  • a hot tap drill
  • tapping saddle / clamp, and a
  • ball valve.

You can purchase the tapping saddle / clamp and ball valve separately – see the Hot Tap Clamp page.

Warranty

12 month warranty

Other Information

Part Numbers: HTD000001, HTD000002, HTD000003, HTD000004, HTD000005, HTD000006, HTD000007

Features

  • Can be operated under pressure
  • Maximum operating pressure up to 20 bar (290 psi)
  • Innovative structural design to avoid the bit getting stuck or broken
  • Maximum drilling depth up to 200 mm (7.87”)
  • Four interchangeable drill bit sizes:
    • 8.5 & 14.5 & 19.5 or 24.5 mm
    • 0.33” & 0.57” & 0.77” or 0.96”

Downloads

User Manual

Product Flyer – Specifications and Order Codes

Drill Bit

1 drill bit – 14.5 mm (0.57”). Use for 1/2" ball valve, 1 drill bit – 19.5 mm (0.77”). Use for 3/4" ball valve, 1 drill bit – 24.5 mm (0.96”). Use for 1" ball valve, 2 drill bits – 14.5 & 19.5mm, (0.57” & 0.77”). Use for 1/2" and 3/4" ball valve, 2 drill bits – 14.5 & 24.5 mm (0.57” & 0.96”). Use for 1/2" and 1" ball valve, 2 drill bits – 19.5 & 24.5 mm (0.77” & 0.96”). Use for 3/4" and 1" ball valve, All 4 drill bits – 8.5, 14.5, 19.5, 24.5 mm (0.33”, 0.57”, 0.77”, 0.96”). Use for 1/4", 1/2", 3/4" and 1" ball valve

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