Tellus trailer mounted vacuum excavation truck system
Tellus model number: TUT-6500
Cab/Chassis:
Class 6 (Ford F650 or International 4300 or Equivalent)
GVWR maximum 26,000 lbs
Final TEIR 4 Engine
Automatic transmission
Vacuum System Engine:
John Deere 4 cylinder turbocharged diesel engine
Maximum Torque: 218 lbs.-ft. @ 1400 RPM
Engine Cooling: Integrated liquid cooling system
Emissions standard: “Interim TEIR 4”
Power transmission: Electric clutches to direct belt drives
Compressed Air System:
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Rotary screw compressor
Operating pressure: 150 PSIG (200 PSIG Optional)
Flow rate @ std. operating pressure: 175 CFM
Filtered & Lubricated 100 PSIG for Pneumatic Tools
Vacuum System:
Rotary lobe blower
Maximum flow rate: 1,200 SCFM
Maximum vacuum: 20” Hg.
Operating vacuum: 15” Hg.
Digging Hose Size: 4”
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High Pressure Water:
Plunger type high pressure water pump
Maximum flow rate: 4.0 GPM (U.S.)
Standard operating pressure: 1500 PSIG
Maximum operating pressure: 4,000 PSIG
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Filtration System:
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Pulse type self-cleaning 1 micron cartridge filter
Proprietary system never requires cleaning
Maximum flow rate: 1,100 SCFM
Maximum vacuum: 22” Hg.
Integral System Fuel Tank:
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Diesel fuel only, 58 gal. Capacity (with gauge)
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Electrical System:
12 volt DC (120 Volt, 5500 Watt Optional)
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Murphy Safety System:
Automatic shut-down for:
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Low engine oil pressure
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High engine coolant temp.
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High compressor oil temp.
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High compressor air pressure
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Modes of Operation:
Mode #1: Equipped with a holding tank
Mode #2: Remote excavating up to 200 feet from unit
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Spoils tanks:
300 gallon tank with hydraulic hoist
350 gallon tank with hydraulic hoist (optional)
Standard equipment:
Cross-body tool box 36” x 18” x 84” long w/3 compartments
(4) Under-deck lockable tool boxes 36” x 18” x 18”deep
Optional Equipment:
Heated water system to prevent freezing.
Hose support extension arm (to support digging hose)
Heated spoils tank for operating conditions below 30 degrees F
Automatic Dump Valve to permit digging 200 ft. from unit