Kovai hammers engineered
for driller needs

Delivering speed, reliability and
cost - effectiveness

Precision and innovation.

Transforming the landscape of hard rock drilling

At our core, we aspire to be pioneers in the drilling industry, driving innovation that transforms the way drilling is accomplished. Our vision is to combine cutting-edge technology with a deep understanding of the needs of drillers to create a new era of drilling efficiency and effectiveness. Our ultimate goal is to empower drillers with the tools they need to achieve unprecedented levels of drilling speed, efficiency, and satisfaction in their work, setting a new standard for excellence in drilling.

Key features

S. Krishnaswamy

Founder

“We at Kovai, passionately innovate and engineer solutions for most critical and challenging problems in the Industry. We strive for introducing world class products that performs significantly better than what is available in the market.”

Kovai CNC Applications was established three  decades ago by Mr. Krishnaswamy, a visionary entrepreneur and pioneer in CNC Machining. Operating from multiple state-of-the-art factory locations, we specialize in manufacturing complex, high-precision components for diverse sectors, including automotive, aerospace, energy, mining, and textiles.

Mr. Krishnaswamy’s journey included a remarkable decade honing his expertise in drilling, culminating in the development of cutting-edge DTH hammers and the inception of Kovai Drilling Applications.

His unwavering passion for innovation and commitment to quality set the benchmark for our ongoing  operations. While he may no longer be with us, his spirit continues to inspire every project we embark upon and every component we manufacture. His legacy serves as a timeless source of motivation for our team, propelling us to strive for excellence in all aspects of our work.

Products

Precision redefined
for your success

We offer a diverse selection of DTH hammers and drill bits in various sizes to meet the wide-ranging needs of our customers.

Kovai 650W DTH hammer

Part list
Item Part number Description
1 KH 6501 Back Head (Top Sub) 3 1/2″ Regular Pin
2 KH 6502 Check Valve
3 KH 6503 Check Valve Spring
4 KH 6504 Air Distributor
5 KH 6505 Ships With Choke – Blank, 1/8″, 3/16″
6 KH 6506 Control Tube
7 KH 6507 Nylon Spacer
8 KH 6508 Control Tube Head
9 KH 6509 Barrel
10 KH 6510 Piston
11 KH 6511 O-Ring
12 KH 6512 Guide Bush
13 KH 6513 Bit Lock
14 KH 6514 Drive Sub suitable for M60 & QL60 Shank
Operating parameters
Air pressure Air consumption
20.7 Bar [300 PSI]
22.8 Bar [330 PSI]
25.2 Bar [365 PSI]
29.7 m3/min [1050 SCFM]
31.2 m3/min [1100 SCFM]
36.8 m3/min [1300 SCFM]
Oil consumption at 25.2 Bar (365 PSI) : 0.9 l/hr [0.25 gallon/hr]
Recommended rotation speed : 15 r/min to 60 r/min
Minimum diameter difference between barrel land bit : 12 mm [0.471]
Technical specifications
Recommended bit diameter. mm [in]165 – 200 mm [6.5″ – 8.0″]
Barrel outside diameter, mm [in]148.0 [5.8]
Barrel discard diameter mm [in]136 [5.8″]
Wrench flat size on Back Head mm [in]90 [3.54″]
Length without drill bit. mm [in]1048 [41.25]
Weight without drill bit, kg [ibs]90 [198.4]

Key Differentiation

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Enhanced performance

Optimized airflow design and longer stroke length of Piston for exceptional speed during hard rock drilling.

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Extended lifespan

Advanced heat treatment methods for part durability, a thicker control guide tube to prevent breakage and a groove-free, thicker main barrel that is reversible, ensuring a longer product life.

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Consistent performance

Adapts to diverse drilling needs of various terrains and compressor models, with air consumption and performance maintained at peak levels throughout the hammer's lifespan

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Reliability

With fewer components and reduced failures, our hammers offer trouble-free operation and a lower frequency of part replacement, ensuring dependable performance.

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Cost efficiency

Benefit from a lower cost of ownership due to low energy consumption and longer life of our top-tier drilling solution.

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Serviceability

Simplified product build with only 14 items, significantly less number of parts than other hammer brands, making it easy to maintain and assemble

Our experience

Over 15 years of research and development.
Thousands of successful drilling sites.
More than a hundred satisfied customers.

Contact information

We look forward to connecting with you and discussing how our expertise can benefit your projects.

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