An orange peel grab bucket is a hydraulic excavator attachment used to lift, sort, and load scrap metal, demolition waste, household waste, and loose materials. Its multiple curved jaws surround irregular objects from several directions, making it more suitable than a standard two-jaw grab for mixed or easily scattered material. YG offers five models with four-jaw or five-jaw configurations for excavators from 6 to 25 tons, covering capacities from 0.3 to 1 cubic meter.
Orange Peel Grab Bucket Parameters
| YGO04A | 4/5 | 6–9 T | 355/420 kg | 1,200 mm | 1,000 mm | 200 bar | 50–100 L/min | 0.3 m³ |
| YGO06A | 4/5 | 10–17 T | 900/1,000 kg | 1,600 mm | 1,500 mm | 260 bar | 60–120 L/min | 0.4 m³ |
| YGO08A | 4/5 | 18–25 T | 1,650/1,900 kg | 2,050 mm | 1,700 mm | 320 bar | 200–250 L/min | 0.8 m³ |
| YGO06B | 4/5 | 10–17 T | 850/1,000 kg | 1,900 mm | 1,550 mm | 260 bar | 60–120 L/min | 0.5 m³ |
| YGO08B | 4/5 | 18–25 T | 1,700/1,950 kg | 2,500 mm | 2,000 mm | 320 bar | 200–250 L/min | 1.0 m³ |
The table provides an initial model comparison. Final selection should also consider hydraulic flow, mounting dimensions, material density, and the actual loading method. The source lists two weight values for the four-jaw and five-jaw options, so the selected configuration and final attachment weight should be confirmed before ordering.
What Is an Orange Peel Grab Bucket?
An orange peel grab bucket is a hydraulic attachment built with several curved jaws. When fully opened, the jaws cover a broad area. As they close, they surround scrap, waste, or loose material from different directions.
Unlike an excavator bucket, the attachment does not need to dig into a pile. The operator positions it above the material and controls the jaws through the hydraulic circuit. This operating method supports sorting, transferring, truck loading, and feeding work.
Four-Jaw and Five-Jaw Configurations
All five YG models are available with four or five jaws. The main differences involve coverage, spacing between the jaws, and attachment weight. Material shape and the required handling task should guide the decision.
Four-Jaw Design
A four-jaw design generally leaves wider spaces between the individual jaws. It can suit larger scrap sections, pipes, structural steel, and bulky demolition waste. The wider gaps may also allow small unwanted pieces to fall away during handling.
Operators processing large irregular objects often focus on jaw opening and gripping depth. A four-jaw design does not automatically provide a larger capacity, so the model parameters still need to be compared.
Five-Jaw Design
A five-jaw design adds another contact point around the load. It can improve containment when handling smaller, mixed, or loose materials that may slip through wider jaw spaces.
The additional jaw can change the total attachment weight. Since the source table lists paired weight figures, the final weight should be verified after selecting the four-jaw or five-jaw version.
How to Select the Correct Model?
Choosing the right orange peel grab bucket requires more than comparing capacity. Excavator tonnage, hydraulic flow, jaw opening, opened height, and material density all affect operating performance.
Match the Carrier Tonnage
The YG range covers three main excavator groups:
- YGO04A for 6–9 ton excavators
- YGO06A and YGO06B for 10–17 ton excavators
- YGO08A and YGO08B for 18–25 ton excavators
Carrier tonnage provides an initial filter. Excavators within the same weight range can still have different boom structures, hydraulic systems, and lifting abilities. Mounting dimensions and working reach should therefore be checked before installation.
Compare A and B Models
For 10–17 ton excavators, the YGO06A provides a 0.4 m³ capacity and a 1,600 mm opening. The YGO06B increases these figures to 0.5 m³ and 1,900 mm while using the same listed pressure and flow range.
For 18–25 ton excavators, the YGO08A provides a 0.8 m³ capacity and a 2,050 mm opening. The YGO08B reaches 1 m³ and 2,500 mm. Buyers can compare these values with the average load size, truck dimensions, and available operating space.
Check Hydraulic Flow
Hydraulic flow requirements vary considerably across the range. The YGO04A requires 50–100 L/min. The YGO06A and YGO06B require 60–120 L/min, while the two larger models require 200–250 L/min.
The auxiliary circuit must provide suitable pressure and flow. Insufficient flow may slow jaw movement, while an unsuitable hydraulic setting may place unnecessary strain on the excavator or attachment.
Consider Material Density
A larger capacity does not always produce a heavier or more productive load. Scrap steel, household waste, timber, and loose bulk material have very different densities.
A larger-volume attachment may suit light waste or loose material. When handling dense metal scrap, buyers should calculate attachment weight and material weight together before selecting capacity.
Why Jaw Opening and Opened Height Matter?
Maximum jaw opening describes the area the attachment can cover when fully open. A wider opening can surround larger scrap piles, long steel pieces, or bulky irregular objects.
Opened grapple height describes the vertical space required when the jaws are fully extended. This value ranges from 1,000 mm on the YGO04A to 2,000 mm on the YGO08B. Indoor sites, containers, and low-roof buildings may require additional clearance checks.
Truck loading also requires enough height to clear the sidewalls safely. The operator needs adequate space above the vehicle before opening the jaws and releasing the load.
Typical Applications
A hydraulic orange peel grab can support scrap recycling, waste handling, demolition sorting, and loose-material transfer. Each application places different demands on jaw number, opening size, and capacity.
Scrap Metal Recycling
Scrap yards handle pipes, steel plates, rebar, frames, and mixed metal pieces with irregular shapes. The attachment can lift material from a pile and move it to a truck, sorting area, or cutting station.
Oversized steel may first be processed with an Excavator Metal Shear. The grab can then sort and load the shorter pieces, helping reduce direct manual contact with sharp metal waste.
Demolition Waste Sorting
Demolition sites may contain rebar, timber, metal frames, and mixed construction waste. An excavator orange peel grapple can move larger pieces into separate collection areas and support material-recovery work.
The attachment should not replace a dedicated concrete-breaking tool. Hard concrete should be broken with suitable equipment before the remaining material is sorted and loaded.
Waste and Recycling Facilities
A five-jaw version can surround loose household waste and mixed recyclable material from more directions. It may be used at transfer stations, recycling centers, or material-sorting yards.
Wind and jaw speed may influence light-material handling. Controlled opening during unloading can reduce scattering around the receiving area.
Loose Material Handling
Some orange peel grab for sale models are also considered for timber, rocks, and other bulk material. Suitability depends on material dimensions, density, and jaw shape rather than capacity alone.
Sharp or abrasive material may accelerate jaw-edge wear. Buyers should describe the regular material before ordering so that maintenance requirements can be discussed.
Operating and Maintenance Considerations
Before each shift, inspect hydraulic hoses, fittings, pins, jaws, and the mounting bracket. Oil leakage, structural deformation, or abnormal clearance should be investigated before the attachment returns to work.
Position the attachment near the center of the intended load before closing the jaws. Side pulling, dragging heavy material, or striking the pile with the grapple may increase stress on the cylinders, pins, and rotation structure.
The operator must also remain within the excavator’s lifting range. Attachment weight and material weight should be calculated together, especially when the boom is extended or the machine is working on uneven ground.
Routine service includes pin lubrication, jaw-wear inspection, and removal of wrapped material. Wire, cable, and long metal strips should only be removed after the machine is stopped and hydraulic pressure is released.
Information Required Before Ordering
To match a hydraulic orange peel grab accurately, prepare the following information:
- Excavator brand and model
- Excavator operating weight
- Auxiliary hydraulic pressure and flow
- Pin diameter and center distance
- Quick-coupler information
- Main material type
- Approximate material size and density
- Required four-jaw or five-jaw design
- Expected capacity per load
Photos or videos can help the supplier understand material shape and working space. When comparing an orange peel grab for sale, confirm whether hoses, mounting brackets, and connecting parts are included in the quotation.
Orange Peel Grab Bucket FAQ
Four jaws can suit larger or longer scrap with wider spacing, while five jaws can improve containment of smaller or loose material. Attachment weight and carrier capacity should also be checked.
No. Capacity must match material density, excavator lifting ability, and the hydraulic system. An oversized grapple may reduce stability or become too heavy when fully loaded.
Not automatically. Carrier weight is only an initial guide. Hydraulic flow, pressure, mounting dimensions, boom geometry, and working reach must also be checked.
It should not be used as a dedicated concrete-breaking attachment. Its main functions are gripping, sorting, transferring, and loading.
Yes. The listed models require between 50 and 250 L/min. Correct flow matching affects jaw speed and the overall operating condition.
Why Choose YG Machinery?
YG Machinery offers five models with four-jaw and five-jaw options for 6–25 ton excavators. Capacities range from 0.3 to 1 m³, while maximum jaw openings range from 1,200 to 2,500 mm. Buyers can compare models using measurable carrier, flow, opening, and capacity data.
The YG team can review your excavator parameters, regular materials, and required load size before recommending a configuration. Send the carrier model, hydraulic data, connection dimensions, and site photos to request a matched orange peel grab bucket quotation.
