Powerful Mid-Size Rotary Sonic
in a
Low Clearance Option
Full rotary capabilities combined with our patent-pending GV4 sonic head.
IMPRESSIVE POWER IN A COMPACT PACKAGE!
Low Clearance Rotary Sonic Rig
The Geoprobe® model 8140LC is a Low Clearance Roto-Sonic Drill Rig. It boasts of full rotary capabilities combined with our patented GV4 sonic head (a Geoprobe Systems® exclusive).
The people behind the machine will bring you unmatched service and support. The 8140LS was proudly designed and built right here in Salina KS, USA.
Why Geoprobe® Sonic?
New Sonic Machines...New Sonic Tools...New Sonic Success!
- Comprehensive Sonic Training
- Full-size and Mid-size Rigs
- Sonic Service Support
- Continous Sonic Product Development
- Sonic Tooling In Stock
- Exclusive Sonic Dual Tube Tubing
- SUCCESS!
Features, Options & Accessories
Geoprobe® GV4 Sonic Head
- Designed, Manufactured & Supported by Geoprobe Systems®
- Full Rotational Drilling Capabilities
- Modular Head designed to simplify maintenance & repair
- Head Tip Out 25 degrees
- Oscillator Frequency 0-130 Hz
- Patented Under US Patent No. 8,342,263
Swing-Arm Control Panel w/ Advanced Diagnostics System
- Variable Location Control Panel per operator preference & Safety
- Digital Display Screen w/ multi-function output
- Electric over Hydraulic System
- Advanced Warning display screens for operator & equipment safety
- Variable Speed controls for drilling operations
Proven 40 Chassis Design
- Integrated Frame Rail System for optional features
- Rear Stabilizer blade and drop rack tooling systems
- Easy Engine Access for general maintenance & repair
- Maneuvered w/ wireless or tethered remote systems
- Two Auxiliary Hydraulic ports support optional accessories
- Front Outriggers have 26” of travel (12” below tracks)
- Rear Outriggers have 28” of travel (12” below tracks)
Optional Features:
- 3L6 Moyno Pump
- Side Storage Box
- FMC Triplex Pump
- SPX40 Hose Pump
- Rod Handling Arm
- Secondary Winch System
- Pressure Washer and Hose Reel
- Optional Interlocking Rotation Guard
- Optional DH104 Auto Drop Hammer
Breakout System
- Easily Unlocks Tool Joints
- Holds Casing sizes 2 in. - 12 in.
- Articulating Rod Holder
Geoprobe® Sonic Tooling
- 4x6 Sonic Tooling
- 6x8 Sonic Tooling
- 8x10 Sonic Tooling
- SDT45 Sonic Sampling
- SDT60 Sonic Sampling
| Standard | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
|
Weight (standard machine)
|
19,350 lb. | 8 777 kg |
| Width | 80 in. | 2 032 mm |
| Length (folded) | 186 in. | 4 724 mm |
| Length (unfolded) | 193 in. | 4 902 mm |
| Height (folded) | 110 in. | 2 794 mm |
| Height (Folded for transport) | 110 in | 2 794 mm |
| Height (unfolded - minimum standard working height) | 192 in. | 4 877 mm |
| Height (unfolded - w/Rigid Break Out Option | 168 in. | 4 267 mm |
| Height (unfolded - winch mast up) | 249 in. | 6 325 mm |
| Extension (fore and aft) | 15 in. | 381 mm |
| Lateral Swing | ±8 degrees | |
| Oscillation | ±10 degrees | |
| Fuel Capacity (diesel) | 40 gal | 151 L |
| Engine (diesel) CAT® | 4-cylinder turbocharged | |
| Engine Power (continuous) | 120 hp | 90 kW |
| Surface Load Pressure (standard machine) | 7.5 psi | 52 kPa |
| Hydraulic Oil Reservoir | 55 gal | 208 L |
| Hydraulic Flow (max) | 100 gpm | 376 Lpm |
| Hydraulic System Pressure (max) | 4,000 psi | 276 bar |
| Auxiliary Hydraulic Outlets Flow | 0 - 12 gpm | 0 - 45 Lpm |
| Auxiliary Hydraulic Outlet Pressure | 3,000 psi | 207 bar |
| Winch Pull Back | 2,500 lb | 1 134 kg |
| Winch Line Speed | 0 - 140 fpm | 0 - 43 mpm |
| Winch Mast Stroke | 63 in. | 1 600 mm |
| Ground Speed | 2.5 mph | 4 kph |
| Front Outriggers (travel below drill mast) | 16 in | 406.4 mm |
| Single Rear Stabilizer Blade (travel below tracks) | 12 in | 304.8 mm |
| Standard | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Converts primary winch system to wireline
(enough cable to run a wireline 375 ft bgs.)
|
140fpm | 42.67mpm |
| Second Winch Set Up | 2,000 lbf | 2 976.33 kgm |
| Line Speed | 110fpm | 33.53 mpm |
| Standard | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical Travel (GV4 Sonic Head) | 92 in. | 2 337 mm |
| Side Shift Travel (GV4 Sonic Head) | 26 in. | 660 mm |
| Head Tip Out | 25 degrees | |
| Oscillator Freq | 0-130 Hz | |
| Down Force | 20,000 lbs | |
| Retraction Force | 20,000 lbs | |
| Torque (high torque/low speed) | 4,000 ft-lbs | |
| Torque (low torque/high speed) | 2,500 ft-lbs | |
| Rotation speed (low speed/high torque) | 80 rpm | |
| Rotation speed (high speed/low torque) | 120 rpm | |
| Standard | Metric | |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical Travel | 9 in. | 228.6 mm |
| Clamp Force (adjustable) | 0-21,000 lbs | |
| Breakout Torque | 13,500 ft-lbs | |
| Casing Size Compatible |
2 in. - 12 in.
|
50.8 mm - 304.8 mm |
**Rigid mount option (for low clearance setup)
*Unit specifications are subject to change without notice.
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8140LC Specs
Literature Type: E-Specs Download File:
8140LC_Spec_Options_0.pdf -
Geoprobe® Sonic Brochure
Literature Type: Product Sheets Download File:
sonic-brochure.pdf -
Sonic Rig Inspection Sheet
Literature Type: Service Documents Download File:
Sonic Service Check sheet_0.pdf -
Geoprobe® Sonic Tooling
Literature Type: Download File:
geoprobe_sonic_tooling_0.pdf
Overview & Features
Geoprobe® 8140LC Sonic Overview Type: Overview, Sonic
81 Series (Sonic) Rod Handling System Type: Features, Sonic
Indexing Rack for 10-foot Sonic Tooling Type: Features, Sonic
High-Speed Coring Head for Sonic Type: Features, Sonic
Geoprobe® Exclusive Quick Change Hook Type: Features, Sonic
Tools & Equipment
Sonic Center Rod Guide Type: Tooling, Sonic
Geoprobe® SDT45 Sonic Sampling Type: Sampling, Sonic
Geoprobe® Sonic Double Wall 4.5 in. (SDW45) Type: Tooling, Sampling, Sonic
Geoprobe® 2.25 in. Spring Assisted Swivel Pull Cap Type: Tooling, Sonic
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