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October 11, 2021

Some frequently asked questions

What are the fundamental differences between T4 and T5 hydraulic coring machines?

In basic terms, the T5 is the bigger heavier brother of the T4. And the T5 better suited to higher volume applications of coring work.

See video link of one of our customers iDrill using a T5, and see the notes in the video detailing all of the coring actions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DV7YO-euTfM&t=46s

The T4

The Xcalibre T4 is less than 750 Kgs, when fully loaded, so in the UK it can be towed on an ordinary driving licence.

Has max 220 litres of water.

One person could easily operate a T4 alone.

Designed as the perfect sampling machine.

Core up to 350mm.

The T5

The Xcalibre T5 is 1350 Kgs so needs an additional licence in the UK.

Has max 450 litres of water, so a heavier duty machine.

We would recommend two persons to operate the machine safely.

Cores up to 800mm.

Both have machines have remote handset controls.