Scrap metal grapple is a high-performance excavator attachment built for excavators to grab, sort, load and transfer bulky irregular‑shaped materials across scrap yards, recycling facilities and demolition sites. It is engineered to fit multiple excavator tonnage ranges, delivering reliable gripping power for heavy‑duty material‑handling tasks. The multi‑jaw structure of this orange peel grapple delivers flexible clamping performance, solving common challenges when dealing with fragmented, scattered scrap and waste materials. The grapple attachment focuses on grabbing loose, jagged bulk materials. Manufactured with high‑strength wear‑resistant steel plates, it withstands continuous heavy‑cycle operation under harsh site conditions. Each unit is pre‑calibrated to match excavator hydraulic output, enabling seamless installation without complicated modification.
Parameters of Scrap Metal Grapple
| Model | YG-04A | YG-06A | YG-08A | YG-06B | YG-08B |
| No. of Jaw | 4/5 piece | 4/5 piece | 4/5 piece | 4/5 piece | 4/5 piece |
| Suitable Excavator | 6-9T | 10-17T | 18-25T | 10-17T | 18-25T |
| Weight | 355/420kg | 900/1000kg | 1650/1900kg | 850/1000kg | 1700/1950kg |
| Max. Opened Grapple | 1200mm | 1600mm | 2050mm | 1900mm | 2500mm |
| Height of Opened Grapple | 1000mm | 1500mm | 1700mm | 1550mm | 2000mm |
| Working pressure | 200bar | 260bar | 320bar | 260bar | 320bar |
| Working flow | 50-100lpm | 60-120lpm | 200-250lpm | 60-120lpm | 200-250lpm |
| Capacity | 0.3m³ | 0.4m³ | 0.8m³ | 0.5m³ | 1m³ |
Working Principle of Hydraulic Orange Peel Grapple
The scrap metal grapple runs on the host machine’s existing hydraulic system. Hydraulic oil flows into heavy‑duty cylinders to drive each independent jaw group. As hydraulic pressure pushes cylinder rods outward or pulls them inward, the multi‑piece jaws open wide for material positioning, then close tightly to clamp target cargo firmly. Every jaw moves synchronously yet retains independent buffer tolerance. This mechanical design prevents material slippage even when grabbing uneven piles of scrap. Operators control opening, closing and rotation directly from the excavator cabin. Smooth cyclic opening‑and‑closing motion supports repeated grab‑and‑release workflows for high‑volume material sorting and loading jobs.
Versatile Material Handling Capabilities for Orange Peel Grapple
Built to endure high-impact, abrasive environment conditions, this heavy-duty scrap metal grapple excels in sorting, loading, and feeding operations across multiple recycling sectors.
Key handleable materials include:
- Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Scrap: Steel beams, iron pipes, automotive scrap, sheet metal offcuts, and heavy cast iron turnings.
- Demolition Debris: Twisted rebar, crushed concrete blocks, masonry rubble, and timber framework.
- Bulk Industrial Waste: Baled metal scrap, machine turnings, and industrial waste.
- Recycling & Sorting: Municipal waste, shredded rubber tires, plastic bales, and sorted bulk waste.
Advantages Backed by Excavator Orange Peel Grapple Specifications
- High-Pressure Hydraulic Power (Up to 320 Bar)
Scrap metal grapple is engineered with maximum operating pressures ranging from 200 bar on compact units (YG-04A) up to 320 bar on heavy-duty models (YG-08A/B), ensuring massive clamping force for dense loads. - Versatile Capacity Range (0.3 m³ to 1.0 m³)
Available in volumetric capacities from 0.3 m³ for precision sorting up to 1.0 m³ for high-volume bulk loading, maximizing daily tonnage per shift. - Multi-Tine 4-Jaw and 5-Jaw Configurations
Offered in versatile 4 or 5-piece jaw layouts across all models, allowing customized tine shapes (open, semi-closed, or fully closed) tailored to your primary material density. - Broad Excavator Carrier Compatibility (6T to 25T)
Specifically balanced for excavators from 6–9 tons up to 18–25 tons, preserving base machine stability without overloading hydraulic pumps. - Extra-Wide Jaw Opening Span (Up to 2,500 mm)
Featuring maximum opening spans from 1,200 mm on the YG-04A up to 2,500 mm on the YG-08B, allowing operators to grab bulky, awkward scrap structures effortlessly. - High-Flow Hydraulic Efficiency (50 to 250 LPM)
Optimized hydraulic channels support fluid flow rates from 50–100 lpm up to 200–250 lpm, resulting in fast opening/closing cycle speeds and reduced fuel consumption. - Abrasion-Resistant Alloy Construction
Manufactured using high-tensile, wear-resistant steel on tine tips and shell plates to resist severe abrasion and structural twisting under heavy load conditions. - Optimized Operating Weight for High Payload Ratios
Starting at an agile 355/420 kg for mid-sized machines up to 1,700/1,950 kg for heavy diggers, maintaining high structural strength without sacrificing boom payload capacity. - Protected Internal Hydraulics & Cylinders
Hydraulic cylinders and oil lines are fully protected within the heavy structural frame, guarding critical components against falling debris and sharp scrap impacts. - Deep-Penetrating Shell Profile
The wide-opening, deep-penetrating geometry of our orange peel grapple enables each jaw to dig deep into loose scrap piles, delivering maximum volumetric fill rates on every pass.
Main Application Scenarios of Hydraulic Orange Peel Grab
- Scrap metal recycling yards: Sorting, stacking and loading mixed waste metal, discarded steel profiles and end‑of‑life vehicle scrap.
- Demolition construction sites: Collecting fragmented building steel waste and mixed demolition rubble.
- Timber and log yards: Grabbing, stacking and transferring raw timber logs.
- Waste treatment facilities: Processing bulky industrial waste and large‑volume recyclable materials.
- Port and material transfer stations: Fast loading and unloading of irregular bulk cargo.
How to Choose A Right Orange Peel Grapple for Your Excavator?
Model selection mainly depends on your excavator tonnage, main working pressure and flow supply of your host machine, together with your typical material size and expected handling capacity.
Small‑size scrap metal grapples such as YG‑04A suit 6‑9‑ton excavators for light‑volume scrap sorting work. Mid‑range YG‑06A and YG‑06B fit 10‑17‑ton excavators. The B‑series variant features a bigger opening for larger‑dimension bulk waste. For heavy‑volume‑intensive yards with 18‑25‑ton excavators, YG‑08A and YG‑08B provide larger opening dimensions and higher working capacity. The B‑type delivers expanded maximum opening for oversized piles.
Please confirm your excavator’s actual hydraulic flow and working pressure. Improper hydraulic matching will slow grapple movement or shorten component lifespan. If you frequently handle extra‑large‑size scrap piles, prioritize versions with larger maximum grapple opening.
Why Invest in An Excavator Orange Peel Grab?
Purchasing a reliable scrap metal grapple attachment brings tangible site‑operation value. Improved grabbing stability cuts material dropping accidents and enhances on‑site safety. Higher single‑cycle handling volume speeds up loading progress and boosts overall project throughput.
Robust manufacturing quality lowers repair frequency and cuts long‑term operating costs. Every model is designed according to real‑world site feedback, balancing weight, opening range and hydraulic requirements for excavator‑attachment synergy.
Our product line offers multiple size options. Reasonable model matching protects your host machine and maximizes return on your attachment investment. For more detailed information about the orange peel grapple machine, please contact us freely.
