--- title: "3,000 lbs Pipe Turning Positioner: 16P-700" description: This 3,000 lbs Pipe Turning Positioner is designed to optimize pipe welding operations allowing for easy adjustment of the rotation speed and height. --- - [Catalogue](https://www.ljwelding.com/catalogue) - [About](https://www.ljwelding.com/about-us/) - [Case Studies](https://www.ljwelding.com/blog) - [Contact](https://www.ljwelding.com/contact-us-today) - [+1 (780) 466-6658 ](tel:+1(780)466-6658) [![ljwelding](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/logo-1-min.png)](https://www.ljwelding.com/) ** [![](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/youtube.png "Follow us on YouTube")](https://www.youtube.com/c/ljweldingautomation?sub_confirmation=1) [![Share on Facebook](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/facebook-24x24.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ljwelding.com%2F3000lb-pipe-turning-positioner%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![Share on Twitter](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/twitter-24x24.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ljwelding.com%2F3000lb-pipe-turning-positioner%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ljwelding.com%2F3000lb-pipe-turning-positioner%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&source=tweetbutton&text=3%2C000%20lbs%20Pipe%20Turning%20Positioner%3A%2016P-700) [![](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/email-24x24.png "Share with Friends")](mailto:?subject=3,000%20lbs%20Pipe%20Turning%20Positioner:%2016P-700%20&body=%20Here's%20a%20web%20page%20I%20thought%20you'd%20be%20interested%20in%20https://www.ljwelding.com/3000lb-pipe-turning-positioner.) 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Search this site on Google search - [Catalogue](https://www.ljwelding.com/catalogue/) - [About](https://www.ljwelding.com/about-us/) - [Case Studies](https://www.ljwelding.com/blog) - [Contact](https://www.ljwelding.com/contact-us-today/) [![ljwelding](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/mobile-logo.png)](https://www.ljwelding.com/) ** Search this site on Google Search Google # 3,000 LB PIPE TURNING POSITIONER: 16P-700 ![3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/01-3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner.jpg) ![3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Welding-Positioner](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/02-3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner.jpg) ![3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner-for-Welding](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/03-3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner.jpg) ![3000lb-Best-Pipe-Turning-Positioner](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/04-3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner.jpg) ![LJ-Welding-Pipe-Turning-Positioner](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/LJ-Welding-Logo-hero-Jan-24-2022-03-42-39-20-PM.jpg) ![3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/01-3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner.jpg) ![3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Welding-Positioner](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/02-3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner.jpg) ![3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner-for-Welding](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/03-3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner.jpg) ![3000lb-Best-Pipe-Turning-Positioner](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/04-3000lb-Pipe-Turning-Positioner.jpg) ![LJ-Welding-Pipe-Turning-Positioner](https://www.ljwelding.com/hubfs/LJ-Welding-Logo-hero-Jan-24-2022-03-42-39-20-PM.jpg) × #### KEY SPECIFICATIONS | Loading Capacity | 3,000 lbs (at mounting plate) | | --- | --- | | Footprint | 72” x 43-⅛” x 77” | | Turning Torque | 7,800 in-lbs (with counterweight) | | Turning Speed | 0.3 - 3.0 RPM | | Height Range | 45"- 69" (at mounting plate), adjustable in 4" increments | | Mounting Plate Diameter | 15-⅞” (optional: 16” 3-jaw lathe style chuck available) | | Power Requirements | 120V, 15A, 1-ph, 60Hz | | Ground Capacity | 400 Amps | | Weight | 1,820 lbs | ## Key Benefits ![Prevents worker fatigue](https://www.ljwelding.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Icons%202023/LJ_-_ICONS-THUMBSUP-removebg-preview.png?width=288&height=291&name=LJ_-_ICONS-THUMBSUP-removebg-preview.png) Prevents worker fatigue by reducing physical strain required during the welding process ![Consistent high-quality welds](https://www.ljwelding.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Icons%202023/LJ_-_ICONS-ROBOT1-removebg-preview.png?width=288&height=291&name=LJ_-_ICONS-ROBOT1-removebg-preview.png) Delivers consistent high-quality welds with minimal defects ![Lowers manufacturing costs](https://www.ljwelding.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Icons%202023/LJ-Drill-Icon.png?width=288&height=291&name=LJ-Drill-Icon.png) Lowers manufacturing costs, maximizing cost efficiency and improving profitability ![Increases welding speed](https://www.ljwelding.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Icons%202023/LJ_-_ICONS-GRAPH1-removebg-preview.png?width=288&height=291&name=LJ_-_ICONS-GRAPH1-removebg-preview.png) Increases welding speed and deposition rates during the welding process ![Increases productivity ](https://www.ljwelding.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Icons%202023/LJ-Stopwatch-Icon.png?width=288&height=291&name=LJ-Stopwatch-Icon.png) Increases productivity when welding pipes, shafts, wheels, elbows and other fittings ![LJ-Gears-Icon](https://www.ljwelding.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Icons%202023/LJ-Gears-Icon.png?width=288&height=291&name=LJ-Gears-Icon.png) Large height adjustability allowing to accommodate a wide range of swing diameters [![REQUEST A QUOTE](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/533446/a3ea4bda-2d08-462b-9f4f-8323c60a0def.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/533446/a3ea4bda-2d08-462b-9f4f-8323c60a0def) ## PHOTO GALLERY ### 3,000 lb - 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The 16P-700 is capable of carrying up to 1.5 tons, thus,  well-suited for moving large diameter pipes with heavy walls. Moreover, this [pipe turning positioner’s](https://www.ljwelding.com/pipe-turning-welding-positioners) compact design makes it a great choice for shops that have limited floor space. With adjustable rotation speeds between 0.3-3.0 rpm, this equipment ensures rotation control, minimizes start-stops and deposition rates, and maximizes efficiency during the welding process. The 16P-700  height adjustability feature is calibrated in 4" increments between 45" to 69", allowing for optimal ergonomics and minimizing material handling and worker fatigue.  With enhanced stability and operator performance, this equipment enables consistent, high-quality welds, ensuring workplace safety, and optimized productivity. Additionally, this 3,000 lbs Pipe Turning Positioner can be fully integrated with [manipulators](https://www.ljwelding.com/products/type/welding-manipulators/) and automated robotic welding systems, adding to its versatility and flexibility in meeting various welding needs. 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