Serafin Ultisow
S12 HI-LIFTÂ
Single Disc Seeder
ULTISOW HI-LIFT: EASY TO OWN & OPERATE
Proving to be a customer favourite, our Hi-Lift model in the Ultisow range is helping farmers make small adjustments to depth or checking for blockages without ever getting their clothes dirty. No more crawling on hands and knees or reaching over frames this gives you the ability to walk straight through one side of the machine to the other. The main objective was to build a frame that was able to hydraulically lift around 1m higher than the standard bar to allow for easier access to the row units making it a comfortable height for faster, easier and safer maintenance and adjustments.
Our Ultisow range is renowned for it’s strength and heavy frame for effective penetration, the Hi-lift doesn’t stray from this formula. Built with 9mm powder coated thick steel using a three stage process ensuring that the frame lasts a life time. It also comes standard with 3m CTF wheel centres and optional rolling bar with a wide range of row spacings available to provide flexibility when sowing various crops.
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SERAFIN ULTISOW S12 HI-LIFT SINGLE DISC SEEDER 12m Specifications
| # ROWS | Working Width | Row Spacing | HP Requirement | Transport Width | Disc Size | Disc Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | 12m | 250mm | 260hp | 5.0m W 4.8m H | 20" | Single Disc | 15,500kg |
| 54 | 12m | 222mm | 290hp | 5.0m W 4.8m H | 20" | Single Disc | 16,100kg |
| 60 | 12m | 200mm | 330hp | 5.0m W 4.8m H | 20" | Single Disc | 16,700kg |
| 64 | 12m | 187mm | 350hp | 5.0m W 4.8m H | 20" | Single Disc | 17,120kg |
*Prices don’t include delivery, setup, or dealer charges. Prices exclude GST and can be changed without prior notice.*
SERAFIN ULTISOW S12 HI-LIFT SINGLE DISC SEEDER 12m Features
Better access to row units
Not only do you have better access for any maintenance you may need to do, you have much better access for making simple adjustments such as seeding depth or press wheel pressure. No more crawling around in the dirt!Â
This will result in faster repair work, a higher likelihood of operators actually maintaining the machine and happier operators.
Simple operation
Simple single function hydraulic lift through an innovative gear driven valve block ensures that the machine lifts up & down smooth and even.Â
The operator lowers the machine to the working height and then uses the hydraulic rolling bar to lower or raise the units to the ground, just like any other Ultisow.
Proven design
By keeping the rolling bar concept including valve block and rolling bar height the same, you have the confidence that the new frame design will work like it always has.
Continuing on with the Ultisow fundamentals of being robust, simple and easy to use, the new HI LIFT is a great match for any broadacre farmer.
Narrow transport width
Although not as narrow as the original Ultisow S12 frame, the new HI LIFT model still comes in at a respectable 4.8m transport width which is still a single escort.Â
This is achieved by keeping the hydraulic rolling bar, allowing the row units to be pulled back in towards the centre of the machine instead of being left in a lowered position.Â
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Designed for flexiblity
For those of you looking for narrower row spacings whilst keeping excellent trash flow, we have designed the new Hi Lift frame with the ability to have 2 or 3 ranks of row units.
This ability was achieved by ensuring that the bridge frame design was structurally strong enough to take the extra weight and added stresses of this longer centre section.
3m CTF wheel package
Featuring 8x 500/60×22.5 flotation tyres the new HI-LIFT frame has plenty of rubber on the ground. They are setup on 3m wheel centres as standard so the S12 HI-LIFT is CTF ready!
Having strong casting front wheels and fixed rear wheels allows the operator to turn tightly at the headlands as well, ensuring that even though this is a big machine it remains nimble.
Customer Testimonials
We had a 2012 model 9 metre Serafin Ultisow, and we've now updated into a 12 metre Hi-Lift Ultisow. Serviceability with the Hi-Lift is definitely a major feature over the previous one. Seed placement is terrific... Serafin Machinery have been great to deal with.
Paul Buerckner, Ariah Park NSW
We have been very impressed with the seed placement, the robustness of the machine, and just how easy the Hi-Lift frame makes adjusting & servicing the units.
Paul Brook, Goroke VIC
I have been super impressed with our new Serafin Ultisow Hi-Lift. The frame is really well built and makes maintenance a breeze. I couldn't imagine not having the Hi-Lift now.
Jock Heard, Horsham VIC
Serafin SM Row Unit - Features
- THE SM SINGLE DISC ROW UNIT FROM SERAFIN FEATURING:
- Large 508mm Disc Blade
- Needle Roller Bearings
- Serafin Long-Life Cast Closing Wheel
- 3 Spoke Buco Depth Wheel
- Independent Spring Down Pressure
- Replaceable Mud Scraper
- Depth Adjustment Handle
- Adjustable Seedboot
- Buco Hard Vee Rubber Press Wheel
Large 508mm Disc Blade – Slow turn speed, allowing for better cut of trash. Lasts 30-40% longer than comparable 18″blade
Needle Roller Bearings -high quality, low maintenance, durable
Serafin Long-Life Cast Closing Wheel – Non-Greaseable. Fill adjustable to suit varying sowing conditions
3 Spoke Buco Depth Wheel – Better mud and trash clearing. Non-Greaseable bearing
Independent Spring Down Pressure – For press and closing wheels, with Non-Greasing and long life bearings
Replaceable Mud Scraper – new, longer and fully adjustable. Improving performance in varying conditions
Depth Adjustment Handle – Making changing of seeding depth a breeze. 1/2″Increments
Adjustable Seedboot – Smooth internal casting improving seed placement
Buco Hard Vee Rubber Press Wheel – Excellent seed to soil contact, for hard wearing and long life
| Feature | Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting Disc | 20" x 6mm single disc blade on a 7 degree angle, no undercut | ||||||
| Cover Wheel Pivot | Bearing - Non greaseable, adjustable closing position | ||||||
| Firming Wheel Pivot | Bearing - Non greaseable, adjustable closing position | ||||||
| Cover Wheel | Serafin Cast 12" smooth type with adjustable spacers to ensure perfect closing action in all soil types, Non greaseable | ||||||
| Firming Wheel | 9 1/2" x 25mm BUCO Hard Vee wheel with Non greaseable 5203 bearings | ||||||
| Depth Gauge Wheel | 4 1/2" x 15" BUCO semi pneumatic rubber wheel on 3 spoke open centre, Non greaseable bearing (other types optional) | ||||||
| Depth Control | Quick and Easy to adjust handle, new Heavy Duty pin and heavy toothed casting for long life, 1/2" increments | ||||||
| Disc Hub & Bearing | A unique sealed lubrication, with an extended service life and very low maintenance. Increasing uptime and reducing maintenance costs​ | ||||||
| Front Pivot Clamp | Extremely long life needle roller bearings, Non greaseable. Does away with unnecessary wearing bush & pin | ||||||
| Total Unit Weight | Approx 105kg with a standard configuration | ||||||
Common options for the SM Row Unit
Serafin Ultiforce is a low-maintenance hydraulic down pressure system with it’s own cylinder. It allows for more consistent down pressure, reduced row-unit vibration and increased durability, improving seed placement.
Serafin Spiked Closing Wheel
Serafin’s own Spiked Closing Wheel replaces the standard smooth closing wheel. It provides some tilth next to the seed slot that assists with closing the seed slot more efficiently in harder conditions.Â
It also reduces the amount of closing wheel bounce resulting in more even, consistent closing wheel down pressure
Individual Small Seeds Placement kit
Allowing the operator to sow pasture seed and canola through a separate seeding tube that runs along the press wheel arm and places the seed into the seed slot once the press wheel has gone through.Â
This separates the main seed / fertiliser from the small seed plus sows this at a very shallow depth, independent to the main seed depth.
The narrow gauge depth wheel hub on the new Serafin SMÂ are now able to offer the BUCO narrow gauge wheel with the open 3 spoke hub.
This means that whether you are chasing the narrow spacing on the unit or just wanting to have a smaller footprint on the ground, you can still benefit from the SM open hub design.
D-Cup Air Diffuser
Not standard but highly recommended are the D-cup plastic air diffusers which are fitted to the row unit to allow for higher rate of air flow to reduce blockages as well as reduce seed bounce.Â
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An upgrade option over the plastic D-cup diffusers is the Serafin Stainless steel diffuser,
Working on similar principles as the D-cup but with a longer life and stronger housing.Â
It also has a rubber cap that fits neatly onto the stainless steel housing, ensuring that it doesn’t vibrate off or have latches that break. And has optional shield as shown
Needham Press & Gauge Wheels
New for 2021 we can offer now both the Needham V8 firming wheel and Needham Urethane Gauge wheel options for our SB2019 Disc Opener.
The V8 firming wheel is known for its longevity and ability to flex so that the press wheel continually gives the optimum seed to soil contact.
The Gauge Wheel is also very long life and quality bearing system.
Available on the Serafin SM unit is the Ryan NT (formerly RFM NT) Spring gauge wheel. Featuring improved resistance to mud build up and less weight.
The flex in the steel spring ensures that any mud build up will release, keeping the unit turning in the most sticky conditions.
Manutec Single Press Wheel
Replacing both the small BUCO press wheel and the cast closing wheel is the single arm with 15″ Manutec press wheel.
This works very well in soft, sandy conditions where the seed slot closes over itself. It is low maintenance and long wearing.
Manutec Mud Razor Gauge Wheel
A complete replacement of the standard BUCO depth wheel is the Manutec Mud Razoe option.
Fitted with a 4 1/2″ solid rubber wheel with an inbuilt metal scraper ring on the inside, this gauge wheel works well is muddy conditions.
Other Machine Options
- Available also in 9m & 15m working width
- Available with or without rolling bar
- Can be setup for front or rear tow air carts
- Row spacing down to 150mm
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