SANDVIK LH518B

BATTERY ELECTRIC LOADER

 RETHINK THE
FUTURE OF MINING
REPLACE OR REDESIGN? RETHINK.
It was not enough to replace some components or
redesign only a part of the machine. This technology
compelled us to rethink the entire design. The LH518B
battery-electric loader from Sandvik has been designed
from the ground-up to take advantage of all the benefits of
electric drive technology. We’ve rethought the machine so
that you don’t need to rethink the whole mine.

LESS HEAT, ZERO DIESEL EMISSIONS

The LH518B from Sandvik utilizes today’s cutting edge
battery technology, based on Lithium-Iron Phosphate
chemistry (LiFePO4). The fully battery-driven LH518B
produces no underground exhaust emissions and
significantly less heat than traditional diesel engines,
supporting the mines to reach sustainability targets
for example by means of reduced CO2 emissions. On
a practical level, battery-powered equipment helps to
reduce ventilation requirements deep underground, having
a positive impact on the bottom line.

HIGH-POWER ELECTRIC DRIVELINE

As battery equipment power is not constrained by
mine ventilation limitations, nothing is stopping us from
using the most powerful electric motors available for
underground use. The electric drivetrain delivers over
600kW of power, allowing higher acceleration and fast
ramp speed which results in short cycle times. With more
than 460kN of tractive effort, the LH518B fills a bucket like
no other machine on the market.

AUTOSWAP
The LH518B is equipped with a unique AutoSwap, a
patented self-swapping system for the Artisan ™ battery
system. Battery swapping with the AutoSwap is fast and
easy with minimum amount of manual handling. All this
together with the purpose-designed battery improves
overall safety and productivity underground.

MINIMAL INFRASTRUCTURE IMPACT

Thanks to the AutoSwap, the LH518B battery loader
does not require any heavy mine infrastructure such as
overhead cranes or forklifts to hoist or move batteries;
all that is needed is a passing bay or an old re-mucking
bay. Further, the charging system is easy to relocate
as operations advance, giving your mine the flexibility
required for success.

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 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
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CAPACITIES DRIVE TRAIN
Maximum tramming capacity 18 000 kg Front Axle Kessler D111
Standard bucket size 6.6 m³ Rear Axle Kessler D106
limited slip
Front Differential Type
BUCKET MOTION TIMES lockable Open Diff. (Option)
Raising time 8.3 sec Rear Differential Type limited slip

Lowering time 4.3 sec

Dumping time 2.0 sec TRACTION MOTORS
Motor Type Perm.anent Magnet, AC

OPERATING WEIGHTS Unloaded Loaded Motor Count 3

Total operating weight 52 000 kg 70 000 kg Continuous Power Output 180 kW each

Front axle 19 000 kg 47 500 kg Peak Power Output 315 kW each

Rear axle 33 000 kg 22 500 kg Total CPO x3 540 kW

Total PPO x3 945 kW

BRAKES Locations 2 front axle, 1 rear axle

Service Brakes Electric Motor Regen with SAHR Regenerative Braking Equipped

Secondary (Emergency) Brake SAHR

Park Brake SAHR AUX MOTORS

CAN/CSA-M424.3-90 Certified Application Type/Count Hydraulic Pump x2

Rated Power 100 kW each

TIRES Efficiency >96%

Tire Size Front 29.5R29 RL-5S (L-5S)

Tire Size Rear 26.5R25 RL-5S (L-5S) AVAILABLE BUCKETS
TYPE VOLUME WIDTH MAX MATERIAL DENSITY
OPERATION G.E.T. 6.3 m3 2896 mm 2800kg/ m3
Recommended Heading 4.5m G.E.T. 6.6 m3 (standard) 2872 mm 2700kg/ m3
Operator’s Compartment ROPS / FOPS Enclosed Cab G.E.T. 7.0 m3 3066 mm 2500kg/ m3
Operator's Seat Facing Side seated G.E.T. 7.6 m3 3066 mm 2200kg/ m3
Air Conditioning system Equipped G.E.T. 8.6 m3 3066 mm 1900kg/ m3

GRADE PERFORMANCE
Percent grade 0 2. 0 3 5 6.7 7.1 7.7 8.3 9.1 10 11.1 12.5 14.3 16.7 20
Ratio 1:inf 1:50 1:33 1:20 1:15 1:14 1:13 1:12 1:11 1:10 2:30 2:20 2:10 2:00 1:50
Speed Unloaded (km/h) 27.5 25.2 24 21.7 19.8 19.4 18.8 18.3 17.6 16.9 16 15 14 12.8 11.5
Speed Loaded (km/h) 28.3 26.6 25.7 23.9 22.5 22.1 21.6 21.2 20.5 19.8 18.9 18 16.9 15.6 14

STANDARD MANUALS OPTIONS

Operator’s Manual English
Battery Financing / Batteries as a service or lease
Maintenance Manual English
Line of Sight Radio RC HBC CANBUS controlled with VIDEO
Parts Manual English
Driving direction lights (red / green)
Service and Repair Manual English
Ansul 210 fire suppression system
Decals English, Swedish
Safety Handles, Rails, and Steps
Payload weighing system
Monitoring camera system
Spare Tires

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BATTERY CHARGER
Cell Chemistry LiFePO4 Mobile Charging Station: 2 Charging Units, 1 Cooling Unit
Cell Monitoring System Artisan BMS Charging Power 330 kW x 2
Number of Battery Packs 2 main + 1 Tramming Input Voltage (AC/DC) 480, 600, 1000 VAC
Power Rating 660kW peak/560kW continuous Output Voltage (DC) 500 ~ 750 VDC
Energy Capacity - total 353 kWh L: 1550 mm W: 1550 mm
Enclosure Dimensions
Ah Rating 576Ah H: 1600 mm x 3

Nominal Voltage 614V Enclosure Weights 2500 kg x 2 + 1200 kg

Cooling Method liquid Enclosure Specifications / Ratings IP34

Operating Temperature (deg C) and
Operating Temp Limits (ambient) 55C/-20C +10 ~ 40 °C, 100%
Humidity
Weight 9950 kg
Control and Monitoring CAN
Charging Current 300A x2
Optimal Charging Power 180kW x2
Charge Time (0% to 100%) ~60min
Battery Swapping Self swapping. <5 minutes
Auto Connect System Equipped

ENERGY ISOLATION
Lock-out for main switch, ground level access
Lock-out for battery pack(s), ground level access
Emergency stop push buttons according to EN ISO 13850: 1 pcs in
the cabin, 2 pcs in the rear
Frame articulation locking device
One hand operation mechanical boom locking device
Wheel chocks and brackets

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