Tornado Cable Blowing Machine without Power Pack
Designed to be safe, fast and effective, the Tornado Cable Blowing Machine installs fiber optic cable into pre-installed innerduct or direct buried innerduct. Expanded capacity now allows for large (1.34″/34mm), high density or high fiber count (1728/3456) cables. A conversion kit allows the Tornado to place either 12.7, 12/10mm or 10/8mm micro ducts into innerduct as well.
Comprised of an aluminum air box and cable pusher, the Tornado uses compressed air to install the cable with or without a missile. In operation, the hydraulically powered, belt drive system controls the fiber optic cable as it is propelled by compressed air through the innerduct. An electronic monitoring system provides read-outs of speed and distance, helps protect cable against damage, and includes an emergency stop button.
The air box and cable pusher are mounted on a lightweight, tubular-steel frame that can be tilted at a 30-degree angle to the manhole, which significantly minimizes any bending of the innerduct and cable. The frame has retractable handles to permit ease of maneuverability, and adjustable rear legs that provide added stability on uneven terrain. This unit does not come with a hydraulic power pack.
- Includes one set of duct clamps for duct size of choice, one set of duct seals for duct size of your choice, one set of cable collets and guides for cable size of your choice, one set of cable seals, one cable seal plug, Tornado tool kit
89003 Tornado Cable Blowing Machine without power pack 202 lbs. (92 kgs)
Operating Capacities
Pushing Force: 0-220 lbs. (0-100kg)
Pushing Speed: 0-300 ft/min (0-90m/min)
Cable Size: .24-1.34" (6-34mm) O.D.
Sub – Duct Size: 1/2-2" SDR (12-63mm) O.D.
Pneumatic System
Air Hose Bore (min): 1 1/4" (32mm)
Operating Pressure: 175 psi (12 bar)
Flow: The air supply should be filtered, cooled and dry
For Ducts with an Inner Diameter of: (Minimum Flow Acceptable @175 psi (12 bar))
0 up to 1" (0 up to 25mm) : 150 CFM (4m³/min)
1 up to 1 1/8" (26 up to 30mm) : 185 CFM (5m³/min)
1 1/8 up to 1 3/8" (31 up to 35mm) : 250 CFM (7m³/min)
1 3/8 up to 1 5/8" (36 up to 40mm) : 375 CFM (10m³/min)
1 5/8 up to 1 3/4" (41 up to 44mm) : 450 CFM (12m³/min)
1 3/4 up to 2" (44 up to 51mm): 700 CFM 19m³/min
Hydraulic Drive Requirements
Operating Pressure: 1670 psi (115 bar) max
Flow: 4 gpm (15 liters/min) recommended
Pressure Switch Setting: 1450 psi (100 bar) .47-1.34 inch (12-34mm) OD cable
870 psi (60 bar) .24-.47 inch (6-12mm) OD cables
Relief Valve Setting: 1600 psi (110 bar) .47-1.34 inch (12-34mm) OD cable
1015 psi (70 bar) .24-.47 inch (6-12mm) OD cables
Initial starting pressure: 290 - 580 psi (20-40 bar) (if greater, the set-up needs checking)
Recommended Compressor: This reliable and efficient rotary screw compressor (see photo left), powered by a diesel engine, provides a maximum working pressure of 175 psi. The air output is filtered and conditioned to optimize the performance of our Tornado Fiber Blower. The maximum free air delivery is 370 cubic feet/minute. The unit is mounted on a two-wheeled trailer with brakes and an adjustable towbar. Compressor Aftercooler is also available.
| Suggested Air Compressor Specifications | ||
| Duct-ID | CFM | PSI |
| 0 - 1 in. (0 - 25.4 mm) | 150 (4 m3/min.) | 175 (12 bar) |
| 1.02 - 1.18 in. (25.9 - 29.9 mm) | 185 (5 m3/min.) | 175 (12 bar) |
| 1.22 - 1.38 in. (30.9 - 35 mm) | 250 (7 m3/min.) | 175 (12 bar) |
| 1.48 - 1.57 in. (37.5 - 39.8 mm) | 375 (10 m3/min.) | 175 (12 bar) |
| 1.61 - 1.73 in. (40.8 - 43.9 mm) | 450 (13 m3/min.) | 175 (12 bar) |
| 1.75 - 1.96 in. (44 - 50 mm) | 700 (20 m3/min) | 175 (12 bar) |
What's Included with your Tornado Cable Blowing Machine
Tornado Cable Blowing Machine
1 set of duct clamps for duct size of your choice
1 set of duct seals for duct size of your choice
1 set of Cable Collets and Guides for cable size of your choice
1 set of Cable Seals
1 cable seal plug
Toolkit
Manual