20-00-1300 Cutter, AMK-25P, Cable Cutter, Std Cplg

HYDRAULIC CUTTER SPECIFICATIONS

One (1) Amkus Model #AMK-25P hydraulically powered cutting tool shall be provided. The cutter shall consist of a tool body and operating controls, cutter blades, and a hose pigtail for connection to a hydraulic power unit. The cutter shall be designed for cutting a variety of different materials in rescue operations.

Tool Body and Controls

The body of the cutter shall house a piston controlling the blades that open and close as the piston moves. The center mounted "dead man" control valve on the cutter shall open or close the blades and shall utilize pressure to relocate the material it is in contact with. The rubber covered twist grip shall be spring loaded to allow the twist grip to return to the center or neutral position when the twist grip is released. The control valve shall have an integral check valve as to prevent loss of pressure in the spreader when the valve is closed. The check valve shall prevent any movement of the tool when hydraulic power is not present.

The hydraulic cutter shall be provided with a protective rubber boot covering the base of the blades. The safety boot shall prevent foreign objects from becoming caught in the operating mechanism.

The maximum cutting force shall be 60,000 pounds at maximum operating pressure of 10,500 psi.

Cutting Blades

The blades of the cutter shall be constructed of anodized steel and shall have a maximum cutting opening of 2.2 inches at the tip of the blades. The unique blades shall be designed for cutting cable, chain, or special applications.

Cutter Handles

The cutter shall have one (1) rubber-coated handle on the side of the tool to allow the operator optimum cutting positioning and balance. There shall be an additional pre-drilled and threaded hole for the insertion of the side handle perpendicular to the control valve. This shall provide for right or left handed operation.

Hose Connections

Quick connect couplings shall be provided on the hydraulic cutter for connection to the hydraulic pump or hydraulic extension hose. The connections shall be compatible with all other components of the hydraulic rescue system.

The cutter shall have a maximum center opening of 2.5", with the following specifications:

Maximum cutting force: 60,000 pounds

Operating pressure: 10,500 psi

Length: 18.7 inches

Width: 9.0 inches

Depth: 7.6 inches

Weight: 28.5 pounds

The cutter and its components shall be manufactured in the United States and the unit shall have a limited lifetime warranty.