Paddle Reamer Manufacturer in China
A paddle reamer is a soft-ground hole opener used in Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) to enlarge the pilot bore in sand, clay, silt and similar soils. Its open-body design with multiple “paddle” blades cuts, mixes and pumps the soil so you get a clean, stable bore for product pullback.
Compared with closed-body or barrel reamers, the paddle reamer offers:
- An open, self-cleaning body that reduces clay balling and torque spikes.
- Aggressive blades that shear sticky clay instead of just pushing it.
- API connections front and back to easily match your drill string and swivel.
Best-selling size of Paddle Reamer
We stock industry-standard sizes and can build to your custom specifications. The following are our most popular models.If you have any needs, please contact us directly
How to Choose the Right Paddle Reamer Size
Choosing the correct paddle reamer size is the key to a smooth and efficient HDD job. Here is a simple guide:
1. Start from your product size
Take the outside diameter of the pipe or cable bundle you are pulling back.
2. Apply the standard HDD rule
A common industry rule is to select a reamer diameter about 1.5 times the product diameter.
3. Check your ground conditions
Paddle reamers are ideal for: sand and sandy clay, light to heavy clay, clay–sand–silt mixtures.
4. Match your drill rig and threads
Tell us your rig model, drill pipe size, and thread type. We will confirm the correct connection and shaft size so the reamer runs safely on your rig.
5. Talk to our engineers
If you are unsure, simply send us: product type and diameter, length of the shot and planned bending radius, ground description, rig model and available pullback force
Three major functions of Paddle Reamer
Unlock the potential of your drilling operations with the paddle reamer, designed to enhance functionality and performance.
Efficient Cutting and Mixing
The paddle configuration ensures robust cutting while optimizing fluid movement and pumping efficiency.
Energy-Efficient Rotation
This design minimizes the contact area with surfaces, effectively preventing the buildup of clay and other debris during use.
Reduced Balling
Its sleek shape requires less power for rotation, making it suitable for working efficiently across different kinds of soil.
What can you get?
Experience enhanced efficiency, reduced operational demands, and lower maintenance needs with this advanced reamer.
Minimizes pullback and torque forces
The design provides an efficient cutting and mixing action that reduces the drag and rotational force required from the drill rig. This makes it easier to complete the pullback, saving time and energy.
Faster Drilling, Higher Performance
With its powerful cutting ability, this tool efficiently drills through soil, greatly improving your penetration rate. This enables you to complete more tasks each day, enhancing your overall productivity.
Reduces stress on equipment
By requiring less horsepower for rotation and reducing torque, the paddle reamer minimizes stress and vibration on the drill rig and drill rods. This can extend the life of your equipment.
Improves borehole quality
The paddle reamer’s capability to efficiently cut, mix, and pump excavated materials results in more precise and accurate boreholes, which enhance overall drilling performance and ensure a smoother operation.
Specifications of common products
The table uses a 20-inch paddle reamer as an example. If you require other specifications, please contact us and we will customize it for you.
| Outer Diameter | Connection | Connection |
| 12″/300mm | 2 3/8″REG(Pin*Box) | 2 3/8″REG(Box)*20T |
| 14″/350mm | 2 3/8″REG(Pin*Box) | 2 3/8″REG(Box)*20T |
| 16″/400mm | 2 3/8″IF(Pin*Box) | 2 3/8″IF(Box)*30T |
| 18″/450mm | 2 3/8″IF(Pin*Box) | 2 3/8″IF(Box)*30T |
| 20″/500mm | 2 7/8″REG(Pin*Box) | 2 7/8″REG(Box)*40T |
| 24″/600mm | 2 7/8″REG(Pin*Box) | 2 7/8″REG(Box)*40T |
| 28″/700mm | 3 1/2″REG(Pin*Box) | 3 1/2″REG(Box*Eye) |
| 32″/800mm | 4 1/2″REG(Pin*Box) | 4 1/2″REG(Box*Eye) |
| 36″/900mm | 4 1/2″IF(Pin*Box) | 4 1/2″IF(Box*Eye) |
| 40″/1000mm | 4 1/2″IF(Pin*Box) | 4 1/2″IF(Box*Eye) |
Ideal Applications: This reamer’s versatility is key
In soft soil, this tool is a valuable asset for a wide range of horizontal directional drilling projects, including：
Utility Installation
Ideal for pulling back fiber optic, power, and telecommunications conduit.
Gas and Water Pipelines
Efficiently creates boreholes for small to medium-sized municipal pipeline installations.
Pipeline Landing
Reliably reams holes in sandy and clay soils for coastal pipeline projects.
Environmental Remediation
Ideal for installing soil vapor extraction and other remediation systems.
Production & Excellence
The birth of each Paddle Reamer is the source of our relentless pursuit of excellent quality. This is not only a tool, but also an innovation.
Precision Manufacturing Process
Utilize advanced technology to ensure each paddle reamer delivers superior performance.
Premium Material Selection
Employ high-grade alloy materials for outstanding durability and wear resistance.
Meticulous Design Details
Our proprietary heat treatment boosts the tool body’s strength and toughness for high drilling.
Rigorous Quality Testing
Each product undergoes strict testing to meet and exceed industry for excellence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? We have clear answers. Here we’ve gathered you need to know about our fly cutter reamer—so you can make your purchase with complete confidence.
The general industry rule is that the countersink diameter should be 1.5 times the diameter of the product you’re pulling back. We can customize any size to meet your specific project needs.
We address this in two ways: 1) Our cutting blades are designed with aggressive angles that effectively “shear” the clay rather than simply push it. 2) Our strategically placed, high-flow nozzles generate powerful fluid circulation, mixing the clay into a pumpable slurry and preventing it from sticking to the tool and increasing torque.
Our factory-direct sales model allows for fast turnaround, with most custom orders typically taking 2-4 weeks. We provide a precise delivery schedule in our quotes, and we have extensive experience shipping globally to countries like the United States, Canada, Germany, and Australia, handling all logistics to your port or door.
For a quick and accurate quote, please provide: 1) the desired countersink diameter, 2) your drill rig model, and 3) the type/size of the connecting thread.
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