Hydraulic pile breaker is a specialized mechanical device used to break reinforced concrete piles or other types of piles during construction or demolition projects. It operates through synchronized hydraulic cylinders that exert inward pressure on the pile, fracturing the material into manageable sections. This equipment is typically employed in scenarios where piles need to be trimmed, removed, or modified, such as in bridge construction, building foundations, or marine structures. This machine has become essential across modern building and infrastructure projects due to its precision, speed, safety, and ability to reduce manual labor.

Parameters of Hydraulic Pile Breakers

Model	YG-800	YG-980	YG-1150	YG-1300	YG-1500	YG-1650	YG-1800	YG-2000	YG-2150	YG-2300	YG-2500
Applicable pile diameter	600-800mm	800-900mm	1100-1150mm	1150-1300mm	1300-1500mm	1500-1650mm	1650-1800mm	1800-2000mm	2000-2150mm	2150-2300mm	2300-2500mm
Number of modules	8	9	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18
Machine weight	2400kg	2700kg	3000kg	3300kg	3600kg	3900kg	4200kg	4500kg	4800kg	5100kg	5400kg
Applicable excavator model	20-30T	20-30T	20-30T	30-40T	30-40T	30-40T	Hydraulic pump station	Hydraulic pump station	Hydraulic pump station	Hydraulic pump station	Hydraulic pump station
Cylinder stroke	250mm	250mm	250mm	250mm	250mm	250mm	250mm	250mm	250mm	250mm	250mm
Working pressure	35Mpa	35Mpa	35Mpa	35Mpa	35Mpa	35Mpa	35Mpa	35Mpa	35Mpa	35Mpa	35Mpa
Oil storage capacity of a single module	5L	5L	5L	5L	5L	5L	5L	5L	5L	5L	5L
Breaking force	70T	70T	70T	70T	70T	70T	70T	70T	70T	70T	70T

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Features of Hydraulic Pile Breaker

• Modular and Customizable Design:The unit is composed of several independent crushing modules. This modularity allows the breaker to be easily configured to match a wide range of pile diameters.
• Rapid Efficiency: The entire crushing process for a single pile often takes mere minutes. This drastic reduction in breaking time translates directly into enormous cost savings and accelerated project timelines.
• Ease of Operation and Safety: The machine operates as an attachment to an excavator, which manages the lifting and positioning. This keeps personnel away from the immediate breaking zone, significantly enhancing site safety. The crushing is controlled by the excavator operator from the cab, ensuring consistency and precision.

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Hydraulic Pile Breaking Machine Applications

While its name clearly defines its function, the hydraulic pile breaker’s utility spans numerous construction scenarios:

• Infrastructure Projects: Bridge construction, railway expansions, and harbor developments frequently utilize driven or bored piles. The breaker is essential for trimming these piles to the exact final elevation required for the subsequent bridge cap or structure.
• High-Rise Building Foundations. In urban environments where space is limited and noise pollution is a concern, the low-noise, high-efficiency operation of the concrete pile breaker makes it indispensable for foundation work.
• Renewing Existing Structures: During deep foundation repair or refurbishment, old piles may need to be cut down before new caps or beams are placed. The breaker provides the clean cut necessary for this integration.
• Solar and Wind Farm Foundations: Even in renewable energy, many tower and panel foundations rely on pile technology, where precision trimming is paramount for leveling the equipment.

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Working Principle: The Science of Crushing

1. Positioning: The excavator lifts and lowers the hydraulic pile breaker onto the pile head, ensuring the modules are centered and resting just above the desired final cut line.
2. Actuation: The excavator operator activates the auxiliary hydraulic circuit. Hydraulic fluid is pumped into the manifold and distributed evenly to the cylinders in all crushing modules.
3. Simultaneous Crushing: The pistons within the cylinders extend, driving the crushing teeth inward toward the center of the pile. This synchronized action applies immense, uniform lateral (sideways) pressure to the concrete.
4. Controlled Breakage: The concrete, being strong in compression but weak in tension, fractures cleanly along the plane defined by the crushing teeth. The force is carefully calculated to break the concrete matrix without deforming or damaging the embedded steel rebar cage.
5. Removal: Once the concrete is broken into manageable pieces, the pressure is released, the modules retract, and the entire breaker unit is lifted. The excavator can then use the breaker or its bucket to remove the loose concrete debris and lift the exposed rebar cage for the next construction phase.

Selecting The Right Concrete Pile Breaker

• Pile type and shape
  Determine whether your site uses round piles, square piles, precast piles, or cast-in-place piles.
• Pile diameter
  The machine must be adjustable or customizable to match your pile diameter range.
• Hydraulic pressure requirements
  Ensure your excavator or power pack provides sufficient hydraulic pressure and flow.

Hydraulic Pile Breakers – YG Exvator Attachments for Sale

The pile breaker machine, pile head breaking machine, and engineering-grade hydraulic pile breaker are designed to deliver stable, precise, and consistent performance. The structure of our concrete pile breaker ensures smooth pile removal while significantly reducing manpower and downtime. Every product we deliver undergoes strict testing to guarantee safety and long-term durability on site. By choosing us, you benefit not only from advanced machinery but also from professional support throughout your entire project. If you’re exploring ways to enhance job-site productivity or seeking a cost-effective pile-cutting solution, don’t hesitate to connect with us.