GD-600L Fully Hydraulic Core Drilling Rig
The Intelligent Choice for Data-Driven Geoscience
Modern exploration is increasingly a data-driven science. Geological models are built from assay results, structural measurements, and geotechnical parameters extracted from core. The quality of the model depends entirely on the quality of the core data. The GD-600L Fully Hydraulic Core Drilling Rig is engineered as the intelligent choice for geoscientists who demand the highest quality input for their models.
Precision Drilling Performance
The journey of high-quality data begins with controlled, vibration-free drilling. The GD-600L's three-speed gearbox and hydraulic plunger motor deliver exceptionally smooth rotation, free from the chatter and torsional vibrations that can fracture delicate core. The operator can select the optimal gear for each formation, ensuring that the core barrel cuts cleanly rather than grinding or breaking the rock. This precision preserves fine structures, veinlets, and alteration halos that are critical for geological interpretation.
Advanced Feed Control System
Feed control is equally refined. The 16-ton hydraulic feed system provides infinitely variable pressure, allowing the driller to maintain optimal weight on bit throughout the run. The ground-contact integrated tower eliminates flex, ensuring that feed force is applied exactly along the borehole axis. This combination prevents bit wander, reduces borehole deviation, and ensures that each core run samples the intended interval without mixing or contamination.
Angular Flexibility for Targeted Drilling
The GD-600L's angular flexibility—from 0 to 90 degrees—allows geologists to target structures at their true orientation. Whether drilling vertical holes for resource modeling, angled holes to intersect dipping veins, or horizontal holes for geotechnical characterization, the rig provides the precise alignment needed. This capability ensures that structural measurements from core are accurate and that resource estimates are not biased by drill orientation.
Sample Integrity Preservation
Sample handling from depth to surface is designed to preserve integrity. The V-shaped self-weight gripper holds the string securely during rod breaks, preventing any shock that could damage the freshly cut core. The smooth hoisting action of the auxiliary winch retrieves the core barrel steadily, avoiding jerks that could cause the sample to slide or fracture. At surface, the core is extracted with care, ready for logging, sampling, and analysis.
Comprehensive Data Recording
The rig's instrumentation supports comprehensive data recording. Standard gauges provide real-time feedback on hydraulic pressure, engine performance, and drilling parameters. Optional digital systems can record depth, penetration rate, and other variables, creating a permanent record that complements the physical core. This data can be integrated into geological databases, enhancing the value of every hole.
GD-600L Data Quality Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| ROTARY PRECISION |
Drive: 3-speed gearbox + hydraulic motor
Speed Range: 0-1300 RPM, gear-optimized
Torque: 2000 N.m, smooth delivery
Vibration: Minimal, pulse-free
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| FEED PRECISION |
Feed Force: 16 tons, infinitely variable
Tower: Ground-contact, zero flex
Deviation Control: Excellent due to rigidity
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| ANGULAR PRECISION |
Drilling Angle: 0-90 degrees
Positioning: Manual or hydraulic assist
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| SAMPLE INTEGRITY |
Rod Gripper: V-type self-weight, shock-free
Hoisting: 10 KN auxiliary, smooth action
Core Extraction: Gentle, preservation-focused
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| DATA ACQUISITION |
Standard Instruments: Pressure, RPM, temperature
Optional: Digital depth/rate logger
Data Integration: Compatible with geological databases
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| COMPATIBLE TOOLING |
Core Barrels: PQ, HQ, NQ, BQ wireline
Rod Length: 1.5 m
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| PHYSICAL STABILITY |
Weight: 5200 kg
Footprint: 4.3 × 1.8 m
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Product Images
Front view showing complete rig assembly
Side profile view highlighting structural components
Operational view during drilling activity
Control system interface and operator station
Technical diagram showing mechanical layout
Hydraulic system schematic diagram
