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Electro Arc Bolt Eater

Electro Arc Bolt Eater is a portable metal-disintegration system designed for removing large broken or seized bolts, studs, HSS tools, carbide tooling and other difficult metallic obstructions.

Electro Arc Bolt Eater machine and mobile cart
Manufacturer photograph of a Bolt Eater configuration. Supplied equipment depends on the selected configuration.
Product Information

Technical Specifications

Bolt Eater specifications
Removal rangeBolts and tooling from 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) and larger.
Operating headManual or servo-controlled operation; head can operate in different positions.
Continuous feed12 inches (305 mm), with an adjustable depth stop.
Power supply options240 / 380 / 480 V input options listed in the manufacturer specification.
Head and ground cables20 feet (6 m), as listed in the specification.
Remote controlOptional full-function remote control; confirm the offered configuration.
Approximate net weight1,200 lb (544 kg), as listed in the specification.

Figures are taken from the manufacturer’s V0920 specification sheet. Confirm the current configuration, input supply and accessories with ARZEN before selection.

Configuration

Two Documented Configurations

Deck-Mounted Coolant Tank

72-inch mobile cart with a 29-US-gallon (109-litre) stainless steel coolant tank. The cited sheet lists a 10-GPM, 50-PSI pump with a 2-hp motor.

Tool Cabinet & Side Tank

72-inch mobile cart with a lockable tool cabinet and side-mounted 13-US-gallon (49-litre) coolant tank. The cited sheet lists a 10-GPM pump with a 1.5-hp motor.

Supporting Component

Operating Head & Servo Feed

Precision disintegrating head capable of operating in different positions with manual or servo-controlled operation.

Bolt Eater operating head and adjustable support arrangement
Supporting Component

Support Fixture

Adjustable support arrangement with magnetic-base positioning for appropriate ferrous work surfaces.

Supporting Component

Power Supply

Bolt Eater power and control system, with available input configurations depending on machine specification.

Supporting Component

Coolant System

Integrated coolant arrangement supporting the metal-disintegration process.

Supporting Component

Remote Control

Optional full-function remote control for machine operation.

Supporting Component

Electrodes, Tooling & Accessories

Consumables and supporting accessories for different removal requirements.

Technical Resources

Technical Resources

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  • Bolt/stud diameter
  • Approximate depth
  • Material
  • Equipment/component
  • Access conditions
  • Photos of the damaged fastener

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