OFFSHORE SOLUTIONS
DEEPWATER DIAMOND WIRE SAW
The WACHS SUBSEA DWDWS is designed for underwater cutting of horizontal or
vertical pipe where diverless or ROV operation is required. 3 models are availble for cutting
4” to 52” OD. Running on hydraulic power, the DWDWS is controlled remotely using the
Wachs Subsea Topside Control/Hydraulic Power Unit (WSSTCHPU) or by ROV control operable
via zero leak hot stabs.
Applications
Deepwater Cuts
Diverless Platform Decommissioning (Shallow or Deep)
Pipeline Decommissioning
Pipeline Repair
WACHS SUBSEA
11050 WEST LITTLE YORK
BUILDING N
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77041
+1.713.983.0784
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OFFSHORE SOLUTIONS
Features
Easily Replaceable long life diamond wire cutting element
Hydraulically operated synchronized clamping arms
Hardened steel clamp grippers to prevent slipping
Self adjusting automatic feed system with override clutch
Flotation rated for 3000 meters.
Exposed flotation is fiberglass encapsulated
No significant increase to footprint
Weight in air = approximately 2000lbs for 36” Model
Weight in water = neutral +/- 100lbs (adjustable)
Center of buoyancy coincident to center of gravity (allows saw to be rotated subsea)
5 compliant ROV handles
Aluminum "mono-block" control manifold
Single Zero-Leak Hot Stab
Simple and intuitive (color coded) ROV interface panel equipped with pressure gauges and flow meters
HD galvanized shipping/deployment basket (optional)
Simple and intuitive
ROV control panel
Specifications
System weight =2000lbs (36”Model)Dry +/- 100lbs (Adjustable)Wet
Dim: 72”W x 92” L x 42” D
WACHS SUBSEA
11050 WEST LITTLE YORK
BUILDING N
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77041
+1.713.983.0784
[Link]