Direct Tapping Machine
Direct Tapping Machine Features
- Drill and tap water mains while they remain under pressure.
- Lightweight yet strong, corrosion-resistant aluminum frames are easy to carry and set-up.
- Pressure relieving valve allows for a one-step operation making it simple to use.
- Modular design allows fast and simple conversion to drilling machine.
Specifications
Catalog No. | Item Code | Size (in) | Pipe Diameter | Gross Weight[1] | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
in-nom. | actual O.D. mm | lbs | kg | |||
TM1100 | 09300 | 3/4" - 1" | 4 - 48 | 100 - 1300 | 101.8 | 46 |
Including Box & Accessories. TM1100 unit alone weighs 40.4 lbs / 21 kg.
More Information
REED's Direct Tapping Machine is used to drill and tap water mains while under pressure, then to install 3/4'' or 1'' corporation stops in a 2-step operation. It covers a range of 4'' - 48'' cast or ductile iron and C900 PVC with the use of saddles and chain extensions (saddles sold separate). The TM1100 tapping machine features a flip clamp feed system. Anodized and epoxy-painted aluminum frames provide a lightweight yet sturdy machine for tough in-ditch applications. The swing valve allows easy change-out from drill tap to corporation insertion tool without main shutdown. Tapping machine uses REED DT and DTP series drill taps.
Accessories & Common Parts

Direct Tapping Machine - Accessories

Direct Tapping Machine - Conversion Kits

Direct Tapping Machine - Tapping Saddles

Tapping Compound
Videos
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