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HSC Fixed Height Headstocks

The popular choice for pipe welding and fabrication.
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HSC Series

Fixed height headstocks with 3 jaw self-centering chucks for internal and external clamping.

The machines are ideal for use in pipe shops, and can be used in conjunction with our Adjust-O-Stands pipe supports and pipe handling idlers.

Machines can be supplied;

  • Stationary or on floor rail bogies
  • With a foot pedal

Choose from our HSC400 or HSC500 fixed height headstock models

Specialised designs can be built to suit larger or unique components.

HSC400 Fixed height headstock positioner

HSC400

HSC500 fixed height headstock positioner

HSC500

Maximise flexibility, safety and productivity

Whether welding manually or by automation.

A Key Plant HSC500 headstock intallation

HSC specification

ModelHSC400HSC500
Capacity1100lb (500kg)  C of G at 6″ (152mm)6600lb (3000kg) C of G at 6″ (152mm)
Degree of Rotation360º360º
Rotation SpeedVariable up to 2rpmVariable up to 2rpm
Overall Height45.75in (1160mm)47.25in (1200mm)
Height to Chuck37.5in (950mm)37.5in (950mm)
Chuck Data3 Jaw Self Centering
Maximum Clamping diameter 20in (500mm)
External & Internal Clamping
3 Jaw Self Centering
Maximum Clamping diameter 20in (500mm)
External & Internal Clamping
Earthing400 Amps400 Amps
ControlFwd / Stop / Rev / Speed Control / Emergency Stop
Local or Remote – Select option of Pendant / Foot Pedal
Fwd / Stop / Rev / Speed Control / Emergency Stop
Local or Remote – Select option of Pendant / Foot Pedal
Control TypeA.C. InverterA.C. Inverter
Incoming Supply110V or 220/240V – 1Ph-50/60Hz110V or 220/240V – 1Ph-50/60Hz
Weight(425kg) 937lb(550kg) 1212lb
OptionalGas Purging FacilityGas Purging Facility

Headstock options & features

Headstock gas purge facility

Gas purging

When your application demands high-level quality end results. We offer the option of a gas purging facility integrated into your HSC headstock.

3 Jaw self centering welding chuck

Welding chuck

All Key Plant HSC headstocks come supplied with a 3 jaw self centering machine chuck for internal and external clamping.

Elbow jigs for pipe fabrication

Elbow jigs

We design, manufacture and supply a range of elbow jigs that can handle pipe diameters upto 50″. Ideal for welding elbow joints and alternating direction tasks.

Other headstock options

Check out our HSVP fixed height, Port-A-Lift, EST elevating and hollow bore headstock range.

Key Plant HSVP fixed height headstock and tailstocks

HSVP series

Our fixed height HSVP headstock models, like the HSC are ideal for use in pipe shops

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Key Plant Port a lift powered elevating headstock and tailstocks

PAL series

The Port-A-Lift is a powered headstock and tailstock. Capacities up to 50,000lb.

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Elevating ST headstock and tailstocks for handling workpieces from 10,000lb to 55,000lb

EST series

Variable height, synchronised headstock and tailstock systems up to 55,000lb.

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Hollow bore headstock with heavy duty self centering jaw

HBHS series

Hollow bore fixed height headstocks with a heavy duty 3 jaw self-centering clamp.

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