Hydraulic shear for excavator is a heavy-duty hydraulic metal-cutting attachment engineered to mount directly onto excavator sticks. Built for demolition, scrap recycling, and metal dismantling, this excavator shear attachment turns your standard digging excavator into a mobile, high-power metal-cutting machine. There are three tailored models: YG-180, YG-290, and YG-390, each custom-sized to pair with specific tonnage excavators from 12 tons all the way up to 40 tons. Every unit adopts reinforced welded body construction and high-strength cutting jaws, specially built to withstand repeated heavy shearing impact in harsh outdoor job site environments. Are you looking for the hydraulic shear attachment for your excavator? For more models, please get in touch with us.
Specifications of the Hydraulic Shear for Excavator
| Model | YG-180 | YG-290 | YG-390 |
| Applied Excavator | 12-18T | 20-30T | 30-40T |
| Weight | 1600kg | 2800kg | 3600kg |
| Driving Pressure | 300Mpa | 320Mpa | 320Mpa |
| Oil Flow | 250L/min | 280L/min | 350L/min |
| Opening | 600mm | 740mm | 800mm |
| Shearing Depth | 460mm | 550mm | 650mm |
| Shearing Force | 108T | 156T | 250T |
| Overal Length | 1900mm | 2207mm | 2700mm |
How Does the Excavator Shear Attachment Work?
The hydraulic shear for excavator operates using the carrier’s own hydraulic system. High-pressure hydraulic fluid pushes the internal heavy-duty piston to actuate the movable jaw against the fixed cutting jaw. As the jaws close, concentrated hydraulic force transfers to the hardened cutting blades, creating huge shearing pressure to slice through solid metal. Operators control jaw opening, closing and cutting speed fully from the excavator cabin. This enclosed hydraulic design keeps operation consistent even during long, continuous cutting cycles.
Processable Materials for the Hydraulic Metal Shear
The hydraulic shear for excavator easily cuts a wide range of ferrous metal materials. It works for steel I-beams, thick steel pipe, rebar bundles, scrap steel sheets, discarded vehicle frames, metal tank shells and mixed metal demolition debris. Scrap yards use it to reduce oversized metal scrap into manageable sizes for transport and melting. Demolition crews rely on it to cut structural steel when tearing down old factories, warehouses and bridges.
9 Core Advantages of Excavator Hydraulic Shear
- Massive shearing force for heavy metal cutting
Our top model reaches 250 tons of cutting force to slice thick structural steel. Each YG model delivers matched cutting power aligned to its carrier size. - Wide jaw opening and generous cutting depth
Optimized jaw dimensions grab large workpieces, reducing repeated repositioning of your excavator and speeding up each cutting cycle. - Well-balanced unit weight for matched excavators
Every hydraulic shear for excavator has a carefully calculated total weight to suit specific excavator tonnage ranges. This prevents overloading your excavator arm and preserves machine stability during heavy cutting. - Hardened alloy cutting blades with long service life
Blades use high wear-resistant alloy steel. They resist chipping and abrasion under repeated heavy cuts, lowering your frequency of blade replacement. - Robust hydraulic drive system
The attachment works reliably under rated working pressure, with internal components built to absorb pressure spikes and reduce leak risks. - Flexible hydraulic oil flow requirements
The YG series supports a range of oil flow specifications, making it simple to fit most mainstream excavator brands without costly hydraulic system upgrades. - Streamlined overall length for tight working spaces
Compact body design lets the hydraulic shear for excavator work inside buildings, narrow alleyways and cramped demolition zones where large stationary cutters cannot access. - Simple in-cabin control for one-person operation
All cutting movements integrate with your excavator’s operator controls. No ground crew is needed to operate the jaws during cutting. - Easy maintenance and service access
Centralized grease points simplify routine lubrication. The simple mechanical layout reduces internal failure points and shortens maintenance downtime between jobs.
Selecting the Right Hydraulic Shear for Excavator Model
Picking the best hydraulic shear for an excavator starts with your excavator’s tonnage rating. YG series covers carriers ranging from 12 tons up to 40 tons. Meanwhile, we support customization services if your excavator out of these models, so you can find a proper fit.
- YG-180: Matches 12–18 ton excavators. Best for small demolition projects and light scrap metal recycling.
- YG-290: Designed for 20–30 ton excavators, ideal for mid-sized scrap yards and medium structural dismantling.
- YG-390: Built for 30–40 ton heavy excavators, suited for heavy industrial scrap and thick steel beam cutting.
Always cross-check your excavator’s available oil flow and working pressure to match the hydraulic shear specification for maximum cutting efficiency. Our engineering team can verify compatibility before you order.
Wide Application Scenarios of the Hydraulic Shear for Excavator
This excavator shear attachment is an indispensable asset across multiple industries. It excels in:
- Urban Demolition: Dismantling multi-story buildings and industrial facilities.
- Scrap Yards: Processing and sizing mixed metals for furnaces.
- Bridge & Infrastructure Removal: Cutting through heavy structural steel and concrete.
- Vehicle Recycling: Quickly flattening and cutting automotive bodies.
- Tank & Pipeline Dismantling: Safely cutting through thick-walled industrial pipes.
Why Choose Our YG Series Hydraulic Demolition Shear Attachment?
We manufacture each hydraulic shear for excavator with strict quality testing before shipment. Every unit runs pressure and cutting tests to confirm performance before leaving our factory. Our engineering team optimizes jaw geometry to maximize cutting force while reducing unnecessary wear. We provide after-sales support, including spare blade stock, installation guidance, and operation training. Besides, we provide 24-hour online service. If you are looking for the hydraulic shear attachment for your excavator, please contact us, and we will reply to you as soon as possible.
