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Table of Contents AirSpade 2000 Series ................................................................... 3 AirSpade 3000 Series ................................................................... 8 AirSpade 4000 Series ................................................................ 10 AirVac Series Accessories Parts .................................................................................. 13 ..................................................................................... 15 .......
2000 Series Today, thousands of AirSpades are used in arboriculture, utility, construction, and industrial applications worldwide. AirSpade is the tool of choice due to its fast, easy and non-destructive method of excavation.
AirSpade 2000 Utilizing the power of compressed air, AirSpade 2000 uncovers underground objects, utility lines, or even sensitive tree roots without harm. Featuring the high performance, patented supersonic nozzle, AirSpade 2000 digs faster and more efficiently than competitive tools. Rugged, lightweight construction. Dead-man trigger ensures safe operation. Non-conductive, fiberglass barrel provides degree of protection from buried electrical lines. Minimum Part No.
Arbor/Landscape Kit Kit includes the most popular components and accessories utilized by arborists and landscapers. Features the powerful AirSpade 2000 air-excavation tool equipped with patented supersonic nozzle for superior digging performance. Ideal for sensitive arboreal work including vertical mulching, bare rooting, radial trenching, and soil aeration. Rugged, lightweight construction. Dead-man trigger ensures safe operation.
Shrub Gun The HT144 Shrub Gun is changing the way arborists, landscapers and gardeners care for trees, shrubs and flower beds. Operating on a compressor that’s compact enough to fit on the back of a pick-up truck, the two-foot barrel allows for controlled excavation and soil aeration. Minimum Part No.
Construction Kit Trench Rescue Kit/Construction Kit Trench Rescue Kit Part No. Kit includes the most popular components and accessories utilized by utility and construction crews. Features the powerful AirSpade 2000 air-excavation tool equipped with patented supersonic nozzle for superior digging performance. Ideal for sensitive excavation work including utility locating and repair, key-holing, potholing, roadwork and trench rescue. Rugged, lightweight construction.
3000 Series AirSpade 3000 is the strongest, compressed air-powered, excavation tool available on the market today. Delivering 330 cfm at 90 psi, the AirSpade 3000 provides unprecedented performance in heavy-duty arboriculture, utility, and construction applications.
AirSpade 3000 AirSpade 3000 is the most powerful air excavation tool available on the market today. Featuring the patented supersonic nozzle, the rugged, heavy-duty AirSpade 3000 is the tool of choice to move maximum dirt in the minimum amount of time. Dead man trigger ensures safe operation. Non-conductive, fiberglass extension provides degree of protection from buried electrical lines. Minimum Part No.
4000 Series Working around underground gas and electric lines demands the safest equipment. Constructed from high-pressure, insulated inner air hose surrounded by non-conductive, fiberglass outer barrel, a Utility AirSpade with a 4’ barrel is rated up to 300kV. TYPICAL APPLICATIONS Electric Power Lines Gas Pipes Water & Sewer Lines INNER AIR HOSE rated to 75kV per ft. for 5 minutes per SAE 100R7 OUTER FIBERGLASS TUBE rated to 100kV per ft.
Utility AirSpade 4000 Setting a new standard for air excavation tools, the Utility AirSpade 4000 Series harnesses the power of compressed air to safely uncover underground utility lines without harm. AirSpade’s high-performance, patented supersonic nozzle generates a laser-like jet that moves at twice the speed of sound for faster, more effective digging.
Utility AirSpade 4000 Kit Kit includes the most popular components and accessories utilized by utility workers. Features the powerful Utility AirSpade 4000 air-excavation tool equipped with patented, nickle aluminum bronze non-sparking supersonic nozzle for superior digging performance. Rugged, lightweight ergonomic handle with retractable stabilizer bar features dead-man trigger for comfortable, safe operation.
AirVac Series Powered by compressed air, AirVac utilizes the Venturi Principle to create a powerful vacuum inside the tank which in turn induces a high transport velocity within the vacuum hose. The high transport velocity carries soil and/or debris from the ground up into the tank quickly and effectively.
AirVac Powered by compressed air, AirVac effectively sucks up soils including dirt, sand, gravel, small rocks, and muck. High thru-put venturi vacuums up to 2 cubic ft/min of material with no motors or moving parts to wear out. With tank capacity of 11.5 cubic ft (86 gallons), AirVac is the portable alternative to large, expensive vacuum trucks. Dual handles and heavy-duty 13” tires provide superior maneuverability. Includes 15 ft vacuum hose and 5 ft vacuum wand. Minimum Part No.
Accessories We offer a full-line of accessories that will extend the functionality of your selected AirSpade products.
Accessories 2000 Series Extensions Heavy-duty extensions for AirSpade 2000 air-excavation tools. Provides extended reach capability for hard-to-reach locations. Includes coupler. Compatible with AirSpade 2000 components and accessories. Part # Size HT122 HT121 HT154 HT120 2ft 3ft 4ft 5ft [16] 3000 Series Extensions Heavy-duty, 3’ fiberglass extension for AirSpade 3000 air-excavation tool. Non-conductive design provides degree of protection from buried electrical lines.
Storage Case Face Shield 2000 Series 45 Degree Angled Adapter 4000 Series 45 Degree Angled Adapter Rugged, watertight, locking storage case. Designed to hold the AirSpade 2000 or 4000 and components. HT132 Redirects the AirSpade supersonic nozzle air-jet by 45 degrees. Especially useful in tight locations such as deep excavations or potholes. Swivels with 360 degrees of freedom and locks into desired position. Compatible with all AirSpade 2000 components and accessories.
Accessories Replacement Parts Lightweight Air Hose Superior alternative to standard-weight air hose. Ultra lightweight design reduces worker fatigue. Stores flat. High-visibility safety yellow. Pre-mounted connectors. Ideal for both AirSpade 2000 and 4000. 1” ID Part # Size HT57 HT111 HT112 1” ID x 10’ 1” ID x 25’ 1” ID x 50’ [18] Standard Air Hose Tough, heavy-duty rubber, abrasion and ozone resistant, general service air hose. Type “A” construction. Red. Pre-mounted connectors.
Parts We offer a full-line of replacement parts that will keep the AirSpade products you have selected in tip-top shape.
Replacement Parts 2000 Series Supersonic Nozzles 2000 Series Barrels Patented design turns compressed air into high speed, laser like jet moving at Mach 2. Mounts on standard AirSpade 2000 barrel. Compressed air requirements: 25 - 225 cfm @ 90 psi. Heavy-duty fiberglass barrels for AirSpade 2000 air-excavation tools. Adjustable dirt shield protects operator from flying debris. Non-conductive design provides degree of protection from buried electrical lines.
2000 Series Handle Assembly Handle assembly for AirSpade 2000. Comfortable, ergonomic design provides superior grip. Rugged, lightweight aluminum/steel construction. Dead-man trigger ensures safe operation. HT117 2000 Series Handle Repair Kit Provides all of the parts necessary to maintain and/ or repair the AirSpade 2000 handle. HT150 HT150-1 AirSpade 2000 Valve Seal 3 Pack Provides replacement valve seals for AirSpade 2000 and 4000 series handles. HT66 For AirSpades purchased before March 2011.
Replacement Parts 3000 Series Supersonic Nozzle Patented design turns compressed air into high speed, laser like jet moving at Mach 2. Mounts on standard AirSpade 3000 barrel. Compressed air requirements: 330 cfm @ 90 psi. LT24 3000 Series Barrels Heavy-duty, 5’ fiberglass barrel for AirSpade 3000 air-excavation tool. Adjustable dirt shield protects operator from flying debris. Non-conductive design provides degree of protection from buried electrical lines.
4000 Series Supersonic Nozzle Supersonic nozzles deliver superior performance. Patented design turns compressed air into high speed, laser-like jet moving at Mach 2. Non-sparking nickle aluminum bronze construction. Compressed air requirements: 105/150 cfm @ 90 psi. ASU4105NZ, ASU4150NZ 4000 Series Handle Repair Kit Provides all of the parts necessary to maintain and/or repair the Utility AirSpade 4000 handle. ASU4000HR 4000 Series Barrels Heavy-duty 4’ barrel with adjustable dirt shield.
Replacement Parts AirVac Vacuum Hose Rugged, flexible vacuum hose provides the ideal combination of light weight, flexibility, and durability. Transparent construction allows for visual confirmation of material flow. Secure with standard hose clamps (not included). AirVac Vacuum Hose Couplers Attach 2.5”ID or 3”ID vacuum hose to the AirVac 4”OD vacuum inlet via these heavy-duty, vacuum hose couplers. Secure vacuum hose to coupler with standard hose clamps (not included).
AirVac Hose Clamp Steel hose clamp. For making secure connections between vacuum hose and attachments. Part # Model AVHC25 AVHC30 AVHC40 For 2.5” Hose For 3” Hose For 4” Hose AirVac Replacement Filter Replacement filter for all AirVac models. Easy-to-install. Filter mounts under top lid.
FAQs GENERAL How can I purchase AirSpade products? AirSpade products can be purchased direct or through our distributors. Contact our Customer Service Department, via email at info@guardaircorp.com, or via fax at (413) 594-4884. A list of AirSpade distributors can be found on the Where To Buy section of the AirSpade website airspade.com. You can also buy direct at airspade.com.
Flow is the volume of compressed air traveling through an air line during a given period of time. Flow is measured in cubic feet per minute (cfm). In general, higher flow requires an increased capacity (larger horsepower) air compressor. In general, increasing the amount of flow may require a larger capacity (larger diameter) air line. The electrical equivalent of flow is amperage. Thrust is the effective force produced by an air nozzle and is generated from the combination of air pressure and air flow.
Will adjusting my compressor to deliver a higher pressure make the AirSpade work better? No. AirSpade nozzles are designed to operate optimally at 90 psi. Supplying higher pressure to a supersonic nozzle that has been optimized for 90 psi actually defocuses the air-jet, thus degrading performance while dramatically increasing air consumption.
What is the best way to dig with the AirSpade? The AirSpade effectively digs up to several inches deep in medium to stiff soil. Unless the soil is highly compacted, dwelling on the same spot is unnecessary and tends to increase spray. Ideally, the AirSpade should be moved over the soil surface at a rate of about 1’ to 2’ per second. When several inches of soil have been loosened, the soil should be removed to expose a fresh working face for the air jet.
Patented Supersonic Nozzle AirSpade’s patented supersonic nozzle turns compressed air into a high-speed, laser-like jet moving at twice the speed of sound – Mach 2. All of the energy and momentum of air moving at approximately 1,200 mph is focused into the soil – dislodging it in a fraction of a second. Unfocused air flow from improperly designed nozzle. Focused air flow from AirSpade supersonic nozzle.
(typically 10”-12” or more), and is especially effective when trees have highly stratified or shallow depth of viable soil or anaerobic conditions. Additionally, this application can be useful in planting areas where minimal disturbance is desired. NOTES: 1. SPACING, WIDTH AND DEPTH OF RADIAL TRENCHING TO BE DETERMINED BY L.A. AND/OR CERTIFIED ARBORIST BASED ON INITIAL SITE INVESTIGATION. SPECIFIED TRENCHING AND SOIL AUGMENTATION SHOULD BE BASED ON INDIVIDUAL SITE CONDITIONS AND TREE HEALTH CARE NEEDS.
