TOOL TALK

GOPHER
Speed Controlled Rotary Cleaning for Straight Tubes

1.6 in. 42 mm The Gopher self-rotary tool is ideal for cleaning

evaporator tubes and liquor lines. It has the power to cut
through coke, polymers, coatings and latex — anything
clogging tubes or pipes as small as 2 inches (50 mm) in
diameter. The Gopher is offered in two pressure ranges
up to 40,000 psi (2800 bar).
The Gopher delivers speed-controlled rotary cleaning
for tubes 2–6 inches (51–152 mm) in diameter.

COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
7.8 in. 200 mm

• Low cost high pressure seats and seals and com-

mon ATF fluid for ease of maintenance
• Simple nozzle changes allow you to match all
cleaning applications
• Different heads match a wide range of flow options,
allowing the operator the ability to switch from dif-
ferent pumps
• External port plug allows for fluid refill without tool
disassembly

9/16 MP
9/16 HP

FEATURES BENEFITS
• Self-rotary, speed controlled • Rotary tools provide complete internal coverage
while speed control provides optimum jet delivery

• Two head options • 7-port unplugging option for maximum forward

hitting power and a 6-port polishing head for IRIS
inspection polishing

• Multiple jetting configurations • Same tool can be re-jetted to match a wide variety
of cleaning applications — great for when you
need more pulling force or forward hitting power

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 GOPHER TOOL OVERVIEW

QUESTIONS TO ASK THE CUSTOMER

• What size and length of hose are you using?
• What pressure and flow are you operating?
• Do you need an adapter?
• Do you need a backout preventer?
You should always use a backout preventer with high pressure pipe cleaning tools.
• Do you need a centralizer or stinger?

TOOL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL GO-MP9 GO-H9-C
2–22k psi 22k–40k psi
Pressure Range
140–1500 bar 1500–2800 bar
8–25 gpm 4–10 gpm
Flow Range
30–95 l/min 15–40 l/min
Flow Coefficient 0.84 Cv 0.30 Cv
Rotation Speed 600–1000 rpm 600–1000 rpm
Inlet Connection 9/16 MP 9/16 HP
Port Size 1/8 NPT (P2) 1/4-28 UNF (S4)
Nozzle Type AP2 OS4
Port Plug GP 025-P2SS OS4 002
Swivel Diameter 1.6 in. 42 mm 1.6 in. 42 mm
Swivel Length 7.8 in. 200 mm 7.8 in. 200 mm
Swivel Weight 2.3 lb 1.0 kg 2.6 lb 1.2 kg
0.60–0.75 lb 0.60–0.75 lb
Head Weight
0.27–0.34 kg 0.27–0.34 kg
Maximum Water
160 ºF 70 ºC 160 ºF 70 ºC
Temperature

Visit our website for tool resources including

operation and maintenance videos:
WWW.STONEAGETOOLS.COM

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GOPHER TOOL CONFIGURATION

Hose Adapter, Swivel Nozzle Head

if required

A complete Gopher tool configuration requires the following components:

1. Swivel for required working pressure
2. Head for required pressure, flow and application
3. Nozzles/Plugs of appropriate number and size

The following items may also be required:

• Suitable hose/lance adapter
• Centralizer

To configure a Gopher tool, the following information should be obtained:

• Pump pressure and flow
• Hose length and ID
• Hose end fitting

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ORDERING A STANDARD PACKAGE

StoneAge offers standardized Gopher tool packages for the most commonly used configurations. These
packages come fully assembled and include: 1. Swivel, 2. Head, and 3. Nozzles specified to jetting.

PLEASE NOTE: Hose/lance adapters are not included in these packages. If an adapter is required for your
configuration, it must be ordered separately. See Fittings and Adapters for options.

The following table shows the configurations of standard Gopher tool packages:

MAXIMUM
PRESSURE HEAD TYPE PACKAGE CONTENTS PACKAGE PART ID
1 x 22k psi/1500 bar Gopher swivel
Polisher 1 x Polisher head GO-MP9-POL-PKG
22k psi 6 x AP2 Attack Tip nozzles/plugs
1500 bar 1 x 22k psi/1500 bar Gopher swivel
Unplugger 1 x Unplugger head GO-MP9-UNP-PKG
5 x AP2 Attack Tip nozzles/plugs
1 x 40k psi/2800 bar Gopher swivel
Polisher 1 x Polisher head GO-H9-C-POL-PKG
40k psi 6 x OS4 Sapphire nozzles/plugs
2800 bar 1 x 40k psi/2800 bar Gopher swivel
Unplugger 1 x Unplugger head GO-H9-C-UNP-PKG
5 x OS4 Sapphire nozzles/plugs

When ordering a standard Gopher package, you should specify:

1. Package Part ID
2. Pump pressure and flow
3. Hose length and ID
4. Jetting configuration with nozzle/plug locations
5. Hose/lance adapter, if required

FOR EXAMPLE:

QTY PART ID DESCRIPTION

1 GO-MP9-POL-PKG Pump 15 gpm 15,000 psi 1/2 in. ID hose 75 ft long
1 AF 065-MP9-P8 Adapter for 1/2 NPT

ORDERING BY LINE ITEM

Complete tools can be configured by following the steps outlined on the following pages.
Contact StoneAge Customer Service for questions about specific applications.

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 STEP 1 SWIVEL SELECTION
There are two Gopher swivel options available. Select the correct swivel based on the maximum working
pressure required for the application.

MAXIMUM PRESSURE INLET CONNECTION SWIVEL PART ID

22k psi 1500 bar 9/16 MP GO-MP9
40k psi 2800 bar 9/16 HP GO-H9-C

STEP 2 HOSE/LANCE CONNECTION

A hose/lance connector may be required. A Gopher swivel is typically connected to a hose or lance with either a
collar and gland nut or a hose adapter. See Fittings and Adapters for available options.

STEP 3 HEAD SELECTION

There are two standard head configurations for Gopher tools. Custom heads are available on request.
35º MP9 100º 80º
135º 40º H9-C
UNPLUGGER 100º
POLISHER
5 Ports: 6 Ports:
10º 1 @ 10º 3 @ 80º
1 @ 30º 3 @ 100º
1 @ 35º (MP9)
1 @ 40º (H9-C)
135º 30º 2 @ 135º 80º

100º 80º

The correct head specification is based on the swivel, pressure, and flow of the pump.

SWIVEL PRESSURE FLOW UNPLUGGER HEAD POLISHER HEAD

15k psi 9–18 gpm 34–68 l/min GO 043-R.17 GO 042-R.14
1000 bar 18–25 gpm 68–95 l/min GO 043-R.08 GO 042-R.07
GO-MP9
22k psi 10–15 gpm 38–57 l/min GO 043-R.17 GO 042-R.14
1500 bar 15–25 gpm 57–95 l/min GO 043-R.08 GO 042-R.07

30k psi 4–8 gpm 15–30 l/min GO 343-R.18 GO 342-R.14

2100 bar 8–12 gpm 30–45 l/min GO 343-R.08 GO 342-R.08
GO-H9-C
40k psi 4–8 gpm 15–30 l/min GO 343-R.18 GO 342-R.14
2800 bar 8–12 gpm 30–45 l/min GO 343-R.08 GO 342-R.08

PLEASE NOTE: Pressures and flows in the above table are only approximations of common jetting scenarios.

For most accurate head selection, use the StoneAge Jetting App:
JETTING.STONEAGETOOLS.COM

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STEP 4 NOZZLES AND PLUGS

Gopher tool heads can be jetted in different configurations depending on the application. Here are the nozzle/plug
configurations that are suitable for the Gopher tools:

HEAD STYLE 10º PORT 30º PORT 35º PORT 135º PORTS
1 x Nozzle 1 x Nozzle 1 x Nozzle 2 x Nozzle
1 x Nozzle 1 x Plug 1 x Plug 2 x Nozzle
Unplugger
1 x Plug 1 x Nozzle 1 x Nozzle 2 x Nozzle
1 x Plug 1 x Plug 1 x Plug 2 x Nozzle

HEAD STYLE 80º PORTS 100º PORTS

3 x Nozzle 3 x Nozzle
Polisher
3 x Plug 3 x Nozzle

Once you have confirmed the jetting configuration, use the StoneAge Jetting App to determine nozzle sizes:
JETTING.STONEAGETOOLS.COM

See Nozzles and Extensions for information on StoneAge Sapphire nozzles.

STEP 5 CENTRALIZER OPTIONS

A centralizer helps to protect the tool as it passes through the pipe and balances jet standoff distance for more
consistent cleaning. In cases where pipe size is more than 1.5 times the diameter of the tool, a centralizer is an
important safety device, preventing the tool from turning around and thrusting backwards out of the pipe.

Two types of centralizers are available for Gopher tools:

CENTRALIZER WITH SKIDS AND COLLARS

CENTRALIZER
PIPE SIZE WEIGHT COLLAR* SKID**
(COMPLETE)
4 in. 100 mm GO 070-4 1.4 lb 0.6 kg GO 070.1 RJ 070.2-4

5 in. 127 mm GO 070-5 1.6 lb 0.7 kg GO 070.1 RJ 070.2-5

6 in. 152 mm GO 070-6 1.9 lb 0.9 kg GO 070.1 RJ 070.2-6

8 in. 203 mm GO 070-8 2.2 lb 1.0 kg GO 070.1 RJ 070.2-8

12 in. 305 mm GO 070-12 4.0 lb 1.8 kg GO 070.1 RJ 070.2-12

*Set of 2 collars **Set of 3 skids with 6 screws

PLASTIC CENTRALIZER WITH SET SCREWS

CENTRALIZER
PIPE SIZE WEIGHT
(COMPLETE)
3 in. 76 mm GO 075-3 0.3 lb 0.1 kg

4.5 in. 114 mm GO 075-4.5 0.4 lb 0.2 kg

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 STEP 8 BACKOUT PREVENTER
Backout preventers increase operator safety by keeping
the tool from backing out of the pipe. Several options
are available including fixtures for small diameter pipes,
BJ 305
pipes with various flange bolt circle diameters, and
adapters for pipes with no-flange entry.
BJ 310
BACKOUT
PIPE SIZE HOSE OD DESCRIPTION WEIGHT
PREVENTER
2–6 in. 0.3–0.7 in. Backout preventer for 5.6 lb
BJ 305*
51–150 mm 8–18 mm small pipes 2.5 kg
4–8 in. 0.3–1.5 in. Backout preventer for 7.6 lb
BJ 310
100–200 mm 8–38 mm small to medium pipes 3.4 kg
BJ 320
5–17 in. 0.3–1.5 in. Backout preventer for 6.3 lb
BJ 320
130–430 mm 8–38 mm medium to large pipes 2.9 kg
15–36 in. Extension kit for BJ 320 8.5 lb
N/A BJ 325
380–910 mm backout preventer 3.6 kg
8–36 in. No-flange kit for BJ 320 17 lb
N/A BJ 340 BJ 320
130–910 mm backout preventer 7.7 kg
shown with BJ 325
*Securing device not supplied extension kit and
BJ 340 No-flange
attachment kit

STEP 7 ACCESSORIES
A PelicanTM brand protection/carrying case with custom cut foam insert is
available for Gopher tool models.

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS INTERIOR DIMENSIONS COLOR CASE PART ID

(L X W X D) (L X W X D)
11.6 x 8.3 x 3.8 in. 10.5 x 6.0 x 3.2 in.
Black BC 080
29.6 x 21.2 x 9.6 cm 26.8 x 15.3 x 8.0 cm

STEP 8 MAINTENANCE RESOURCES

SWIVEL SERVICE KIT SEAL KIT OVERHAUL KIT TOOL KIT LUBRICANT MANUAL
GO-MP9 GO 600 GO 602 GO 610 GO 612 GP 044 PL 511
GO-H9-C GO 600-H9-C BC 602-H9-C GO 610-H9-C GO 612 GP 044 PL 510

Kit components and tool maintenance/assembly videos are available on our website:
WWW.STONEAGETOOLS.COM

For questions or help with a specific application, configuration or tool repairs,

please contact StoneAge Customer Service.

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 GOPHER TOOL CONFIGURATION

When ordering a Gopher tool by line item, you should specify:

1. Swivel Part ID
2. Head Part ID
3. Nozzle/plug Part IDs
4. Part ID of hose/lance adapter, if required
5. Part IDs of any accessories or maintenance items

FOR EXAMPLE:
Gopher tool with Polisher head, plugs for 80° ports, nozzles for 100° ports. 15,000, psi 15 gpm. 100 ft 1/2 in. ID
hose with 1/2 NPT Male end. Centralizer for 8 in. pipes and a Service Kit.

QTY PART ID DESCRIPTION

1 GO-MP9 Gopher Swivel Assy, 22k psi
1 GO 042-R.14 Polisher head, 22k psi 1/8 NPT ports
3 GP 025-P2SS Hex socket plug, 1/8 NPT, SS
3 AP2 038 Attack Tip 1/8 NPT
1 AF 065-MP9P8 Adapter 9/16 MP Male 1/2 NPT Female 15k psi
1 GO 070-8 Centralizer assembly
1 GO 600 Service Kit for GO-MP9 swivel

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