Hot Tapping Machines

A Hot Tapping Machines is a portable, under-pressure drilling machine with either a hydraulic or pneumatic drive. These machines allow new connections to be made on an active pipeline without interrupting its operation, making them essential in transmission pipelines for industries such as Oil and Gas, Water, Sewage and Chemical processing.

PTS 6 & 8 Series

The PTS 6 & 8 Series Hot Tapping Machines can be operated with either an air motor or manually.
Standard Packing Operating Pressure: 1480 PSI @ 100°F

ModelsPTS 6-18PTS 6-24PTS 6-28PTS 6-30PTS 8-40
Tapping Range½ Inch - 4 Inch½ Inch - 4 Inch½ Inch - 4 Inch½ Inch - 4 Inch2 Inch - 8 Inch
Boring Bar Travel Length18 Inch24 Inch28 Inch30 Inch40 Inch

PTS 12 – 42, PTS 17 – 66 & PTS 24 – 72

These models feature a hydraulic motor drive and are designed for under-pressure drilling.
Standard Packing Operating Pressure: 1480 PSI @ 100°F

ModelsPTS 12-42PTS 17-66PTS 24-72
Tapping Range3 Inch - 12 Inch3 Inch - 18 Inch6 Inch - 24 Inch
Boring Bar Travel Length42 Inch66 Inch72 Inch

PTS 36 – 80, PTS 36 – 108 & PTS 42 – 120

These models feature a hydraulic motor drive and are designed for under-pressure drilling.
Standard Packing Operating Pressure: 1480 PSI @ 100°F
Note: The 36–42 Series hot tapping machines are available in single or dual-motor drive options.

ModelsPTS 36-80PTS 36-108PTS 42-120
Tapping Range12 Inch - 36 Inch12 Inch - 36 Inch12 Inch - 42 Inch
Boring Bar Travel Length80 Inch108 Inch120 Inch

PTS 48 – 100, PTS 48 – 130 & PTS 48 – 150

The PTS 48 Series machines feature hydraulic motor drives and are designed for demanding under-pressure drilling applications.
Standard Packing Operating Pressure: 1480 PSI @ 100°F
Note: The 48 Series hot tapping machines are available in single or dual motor drive options.

ModelsPTS 48-100PTS 48-130PTS 48-150
Tapping Range20 Inch - 48 Inch20 Inch - 48 Inch20 Inch - 48 Inch
Boring Bar Travel Length100 Inch130 Inch150 Inch

PTS 96 – 120, PTS 96 – 150 & PTS 96 – 180

These models come with hydraulic motor drives for enhanced power and performance in under-pressure drilling.
Standard Packing Operating Pressure: 1480 PSI @ 100°F
Note: The 96 Series hot tapping machines are available in single or dual motor drive options.

ModelsPTS 96-120PTS 96-150PTS 96-180
Tapping Range24 Inch - 96 Inch24 Inch - 96 Inch24 Inch - 96 Inch
Boring Bar Travel Length120 Inch150 Inch180 Inch

Pressure Balancing Hot Tapping Machines

PTS manufactures hot tapping machines equipped with a pressure balancing system, featuring compensation cylinders that help equalize both pipeline and sea pressure. This system reduces stress on the internal components, thereby extending the lifespan of the tapping machine. These advanced hot tapping machines are specifically designed for high-pressure applications or subsea tapping operations, ensuring safe and efficient performance even under challenging conditions. They are rated for pressures up to 2175 psi (150 bar).

Tapping Range3 Inch - 36 Inch
Power Source for DriveHydraulic

Model No.Tapping RangeBoring Bar Travel LengthCutter Housing Mounting SizeRecommended HPU
PTS-17-66 PB3 Inch - 18 Inch66 InchANSI 4 Inch 600 / 900# RTJPTS-HPU-2-27-300
PTS-24-72 PB6 Inch - 24 Inch72 InchANSI 4 Inch 600 / 900# RTJPTS-HPU-2-27-300
PTS-36-80 PB12 Inch - 36 Inch80 InchANSI 6 Inch 600 / 900# RTJPTS-HPU-3-27-400
PTS-36-108 PB12 Inch - 36 Inch108 InchANSI 6 Inch 600 / 900# RTJPTS-HPU-3-27-400
PTS-42-120 PB12 Inch - 42 Inch120 InchANSI 6 Inch 600 / 900# RTJPTS-HPU-3-27-400

Tribar Hot Tapping Machines

PTS manufactures tribar hot tapping machines, designed to be lightweight and portable, making them ideal for low-pressure utility services. These machines are commonly used for applications such as chilled water pipelines in air conditioning systems, air/nitrogen pipelines in pharmaceutical and food processing plants, and for creating bypasses or making branches in these systems. Thanks to their compact design, these machines are perfect for installation in areas with space constraints, such as malls, hotels and data centers. Their lightweight nature allows them to be installed manually without the need for lifting devices. They can be easily moved to higher floors in high-rise buildings using a lift. PTS’s state-of-the-art compact hot tapping machines are invaluable for repairing or replacing damaged pipelines without requiring a shutdown, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations.

Model No.Tapping RangeBoring Bar Travel Length
PTS-312 TBM3 Inch - 12 Inch30 Inch
PTS-616 TBM6 Inch - 16 Inch40 Inch
PTS-312 TBMG3 Inch - 12 Inch30 Inch
PTS-616 TBMG6 Inch - 16 Inch40 Inch

Worm Gear Driven Hot Tapping Machines

PTS designs and manufactures worm gear driven and hydraulic version hot tapping machines equipped with compact and sophisticated gearboxes. PTS is proud to be the first company in India to design, manufacture and supply air (worm gear driven) hot tap machines to both public and private sector oil & gas companies across India.

Air Driven Hot Tapping Machines are available in following ranges
Model No.Tapping RangeBoring Bar Travel LengthCutter Housing Mounting SizeAir Consumption
PTS-208 A2 Inch - 8 Inch30 InchANSI 2 1/2 Inch 600# RTJ6-7 Bar @ 90 CFM
PTS-312 A3 Inch - 12 Inch42 InchANSI 4 Inch 600# RTJ6-7 Bar @ 90 CFM
PTS-316 A3 Inch - 16 Inch66 InchANSI 4 Inch 600# RTJ6-7 Bar @ 90 CFM

Hydraulic Driven Hot Tapping Machines with the same design available as below
Model No.Tapping RangeBoring Bar Travel LengthCutter Housing Mounting SizeRecommended HPU
PTS-208 H2 Inch - 8 Inch30 InchANSI 2 1/2 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-2-21-200
PTS-312 H3 Inch - 12 Inch42 InchANSI 4 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-2-21-200
PTS-316 H3 Inch - 16 Inch66 InchANSI 4 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-2-21-200
PTS-624 H6 Inch - 24 Inch72 InchANSI 4 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-2-21-200
PTS-1236 H12 Inch - 36 Inch80 InchANSI 6 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-3-27-400
PTS-1236 HXL12 Inch - 36 Inch108 InchANSI 6 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-3-27-400
PTS-1242 H12 Inch - 42 Inch120 InchANSI 6 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-3-27-400
PTS-2048 H20 Inch - 48 Inch100 InchANSI 8 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-4-70-450
PTS-2048 HXL20 Inch - 48 Inch130 InchANSI 8 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-4-70-450
PTS-2048 HXXL20 Inch - 48 Inch150 InchANSI 8 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-4-70-450
PTS-2460 H24 Inch - 60 Inch150 InchANSI 8 Inch 600# RTJPTS-HPU-4-70-450