Cutting rebar with a torch is slow, dirty, and expensive. Every hour your excavator sits idle while two men burn through a beam is money lost. A hydraulic shear attachment for excavator turns that same machine into a 387-ton cutting tool that bites through scrap in seconds. No sparks, no gas bottles, no fire watch. YG builds 5 models for 5T to 50T carriers, with 360° rotation and shear forces from 81T to 387T. Here’s how to pick the right one.
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YG Hydraulic Shear Attachment for Excavator Specifications
Every YG hydraulic shear attachment for excavator runs on standard excavator hydraulics. Match it to your carrier tonnage first.
| Product | Excavator-mounted hydraulic demolition shear for waster scrap rebar | ||||
| Item | YG-620 | YG-1413 | YG-2200 | YG-2977 | YG-4052 |
| Weight kg | 620 | 1413 | 2200 | 2977 | 4052 |
| Max. Open Size mm | 334.4 | 540 | 500 | 660 | 801 |
| Width mm | 864 | 1175 | 1370 | 1600 | 1700 |
| Height mm | 1521 | 2050 | 2380 | 2600 | 2700 |
| Effective Shear Depth mm | 286 | 348 | 486 | 578 | 736 |
| Rotating Way | 360 collision | 360 hydraulic | |||
| Working Pressure Bar | 235 | 300 | 320 | 320 | 320 |
| Bottom Shear Force T | 81.2 | 138.2 | 171.2 | 330.2 | 387.2 |
| Medium Shear Force T | 50.2 | 80.2 | 100.2 | 189.2 | 218.2 |
| Tip Shear Force T | 32.2 | 53.2 | 75.2 | 127.2 | 147.2 |
| Applied Excavator Weight T | 5-9 | 10-19 | 20-25 | 28-35 | 38-50 |
Note: YG-620 uses collision-type rotation; from YG-1413 to YG-4052 use hydraulic rotation for the heavier jaw load.
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5 Features of YG Excavator Hydraulic Shear
1. 81.2T to 387.2T Bottom Shear Force
The bottom blade does the heavy work. At 387.2T the YG-4052 cuts H-beams and rebar bundles in one stroke.
2. 360° Rotation in One Pass
Rotating models turn the jaw without moving the carrier. On a rebar cage you cut top, side, and bottom from one position — saving 20-30 minutes per truck.
3. 286-736mm Effective Shear Depth
Depth decides what you can swallow. The YG-620 takes 286mm; the YG-4052 takes 736mm — enough for a 700mm beam flange.
4. Four-Edge Hardened Blades
Blades are reversible on four edges. Rotate to a fresh edge instead of replacing — blade cost stays under 3% per year.
5. Built for 5T to 50T Carriers
Each unit ships with the correct mount, pins, and hose kit for its tonnage band.
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Rotating vs Fixed Hydraulic Metal Shears for Excavator
This choice decides your cycle time. Hydraulic metal shears for excavator come in rotating and fixed versions.
| Feature | Fixed Shear | Rotating Shear |
| Cutting angle | Reposition the carrier | Rotates 360° in place |
| Best for | Straight beams, open yards | Rebar cages, tight demolition |
| Weight | Lighter | Heavier |
| Price | Lower | Higher |
| Cycle time in tight spots | Slower | Faster |
Pick fixed if you cut straight beams and plate in an open yard.
Pick rotating if you cut rebar cages, car bodies, or demolition debris in confined space — the jaw turns, the machine doesn’t.
Not sure which type fits? Send your excavator model and a photo of the material — our engineer will tell you straight.【WhatsApp/WeChat/Skype/Phone】+86 159 3715 2330
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Hydraulic Scrap Shearing Applications on Site
A hydraulic shear attachment for excavator earns its keep in four places:
Demolition cleanup. Cut columns, beams, and rebar into truck-loadable lengths on the spot — no gas, no hot work permit.
Scrap yards. Process car bodies, white goods, and mixed steel into furnace-ready sizes.
Bridge and tank dismantling. Reach in with a rotating jaw and cut steel where a torch can’t go.
Case: Scrap Yard in Poland — 3 to 11 Tonnes a Day
A recycler cutting demolition rebar with oxy-fuel torches managed 3 tonnes a day with two men. He found YG through a Google search for “excavator shear for scrap rebar” and sent photos on WhatsApp.
His carrier was a 22-tonne excavator, so we recommended the YG-2200 — 20-25T match, 486mm shear depth, 171.2T bottom force.
Results:
- Output rose from 3 to 11 tonnes a day
- One operator instead of two
- Gas and consumable cost down about 80%
- Payback in roughly 6 months
“We stopped buying gas bottles. YG shear just eats the rebar, and I can cut at night without a fire watch.” — Marek W., Poland
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Materials a Metal Shear Attachment for Excavator Can Cut
A metal shear attachment for excavator handles most ferrous scrap, but it isn’t a universal crusher.
Cuts well:
- Rebar, mesh, and wire bundles
- H-beams, I-beams, channel, angle
- Steel plate up to rated depth
- Pipe, tube, and hollow section
Doesn’t cut:
- Reinforced concrete — use a breaker or pulverizer
- Hardened steel above 400 HB
- Wire rope and cable
Your material isn’t on either list? Send a photo with the section size and we’ll check. 【WhatsApp/WeChat/Skype/Phone】+86 159 3715 2330
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How to Match Shear Capacity to Your Excavator
Picking a hydraulic shear attachment for excavator comes down to three checks.
Step 1 — Carrier tonnage. Stay inside the rated band. A 20-tonne machine on a 28-35T shear overloads the boom.
Step 2 — Jaw opening. Measure your widest piece. The YG-4052 opens to 801mm, the YG-620 to 334mm.
Step 3 — Shear force and depth. Rebar needs less; structural beams need the 330T+ range.
Send us your excavator tonnage and the section you cut most, and we’ll confirm the model before you order.
Hydraulic Shear Attachment FAQ
FAQ 1: Will It Fit My Excavator?
Yes if your carrier falls in the rated band — 5-9T, 10-19T, 20-25T, 28-35T, or 38-50T. We supply the right mount and hoses.
FAQ 2: What Hydraulic Flow and Pressure Do I Need?
Working pressure runs 235-320 bar depending on model. Standard auxiliary circuits handle it.
FAQ 3: How Often Do Blades Need Replacing?
Blades are four-edge reversible. Most yards rotate edges every 3-6 months and replace annually.
FAQ 4: Rotating or Fixed — Which Should I Buy?
Rotating for rebar cages, car bodies, and tight demolition. Fixed for open yards and straight structural steel.
FAQ 5: What’s the Lead Time and Warranty?
Standard models ship in 20-30 days after deposit. Warranty covers 12 months on structure and hydraulics.
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Hydraulic Shear Attachment for Excavator for Sale — YG Machinery
YG Machinery manufactures hydraulic shear attachments for excavators in 5 models covering 5T to 50T carriers. Every unit is pressure-tested before shipment and ships with mount, hose kit, and English manual.
We also supply excavator breakers, pulverizers, and grapples, so you can equip a whole demolition fleet from one factory.
Send your excavator model and the material you cut most — you’ll get a recommendation and factory price within 24 hours.
