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What is a vibro Ripper?

Mar 03 , 2025

A vibro ripper is a specialized attachment used in construction and excavation machinery, such as excavators, designed to efficiently break up hard or compact materials like rock, frozen ground, or asphalt. Here's a detailed breakdown:


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Key Features and Mechanism:

1. Vibration Technology:

  • Integrates high-frequency vibrations (typically hydraulic-powered) with traditional ripping action. The vibrations reduce friction and material resistance, allowing the ripper to penetrate and fracture surfaces more effectively.


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2. Design:

  • Consists of a shank or tooth that penetrates the ground, often paired with a vibratory motor. The vibration is usually concentrated near the tip to maximize material disruption.


3. Hydraulic Power:

  • Utilizes the host machine's hydraulic system to generate vibrations, enabling adjustable frequency and force for different materials.

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Applications:

  • Construction: Trenching, site preparation, and demolition.

  • Mining/Quarrying: Breaking rock or extracting minerals.

  • Roadwork: Removing asphalt or frozen surfaces.

  • Utility Installation: Precise digging in challenging soils.


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Features of Vibro Ripper

  • Eco friendly and noiseless, ideal for works on urban location

  • Workable in frozen earth(-20°) and under water conditions without extra air conditioner.

  • Bucket tooth and wear-resistent tips is optional

  • Double motors and double vibrate cases increase the vibrate power

  • All main components is famous brand which assure high quality.

  • 3 – 5 times higher productivity than a traditional breaker


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