Sheet Cutting Machine

Product Overview

 

The Industrial Sheet Cutting Machine (Cut-to-Length & Slitting Line) is engineered for continuous coil unwinding, multi-roller precision leveling, and length-specific shearing of metal strips into flat sheets. Built on a heavy-gauge welded steel frame, the system neutralizes internal residual stresses in raw materials, delivering flat, burr-free blanks ready for downstream stamping, laser cutting, or bending.

 

 
 
Working Principle / Production Process

The machine executes a synchronized multi-stage mechanical sequence:


Hydraulic Uncoiling

Dual-cone or single-mandrel uncoilers support coil weight, feeding material through an entry guide and snubber roll.


Precision Leveling

A multi-roller leveling assembly with backup rolls bends the sheet past its elastic limit in opposing directions, eliminating coil set and camber.

Loop Control & Servo Feeding

A photo-optic loop pit creates a buffer zone, decoupling continuous unwinding from intermittent step-feeding.

Shearing

A hydraulic or mechanical guillotine shear cuts material to programmed lengths based on closed-loop absolute encoder feedback.

Stacking

Pneumatic drop tables or automated stackers organize finished sheets at the output station.

 

Servo Motor Control Sheet Cutting Machine

 

Key Features

Closed-Loop Length Control: Industrial PLC paired with absolute rotary encoders maintains length tolerance within +/- 0.15 mm over 2-meter cuts.


Anti-Scratch Polyurethane Rollers: Exit and feed rolls utilize high-shore-hardness non-marking polyurethane coatings, protecting pre-coated, stainless steel, and aluminum surfaces.


Quick-Change Blade Clearance: Manual or motorized wedge-type blade adjustment mechanisms allow rapid clearance resetting for varying sheet gauges (0.5 mm to 6.0 mm).


Hydraulic Overload Protection: Integrated relief valves on the shear press protect structural drive components from jamming or double-sheet feeding.

 

Technical Specifications

 

Parameter

Standard Specification

Custom Range

Max. Coil Width

1500 mm

500 mm - 2500 mm

Sheet Thickness Range

0.5 mm - 3.0 mm

Up to 12 mm (Heavy Duty)

Cutting Length Tolerance

+/- 0.15 mm (<= 2000 mm)

+/- 0.10 mm (High Precision)

Line Speed

0 - 40 m/min (Adjustable)

Up to 80 m/min

Leveling Rollers

17 Rollers (diameter 80 mm)

11 / 19 / 21 Rollers

Shear Blade Material

Cr12MoV (HRC 58-62)

SKD11 / W6Mo5Cr4V2

Main Drive Power

37 kW (AC Servo + Inverter)

15 kW - 75 kW

Control System

Industrial PLC + HMI Touchscreen

Customizable Architecture

 

 
Applications
 
01/

HVAC Duct Fabrication: High-speed blanking of galvanized iron sheets for rectangular duct panels.

02/

Automotive Component Manufacturing: Cutting structural carbon steel blanks prior to hydraulic deep drawing.

03/

Electrical Enclosures: Processing precise rectangular sheets for server racks and distribution cabinets.

04/

Metal Furniture & Appliance Casings: Generating surface-critical panels for refrigerators and commercial shelving.

 

Machine Configuration & Customization

Configurations scale according to input coil weight and throughput requirements:

1

Entry Section

Single-mandrel uncoiler, hydraulic coil car, and hydraulic peeler-breaker table.

2

Processing Section

Pre-leveler, precision 4-hi or 6-hi leveling unit, and edge trimmer.

3

Exit Section

Pneumatic reject gate for defective initial cuts, auto-stacking trolley, and motorized outfeed conveyors.

4

Custom Options

Integration with ERP/MES data ports for remote job-ticket downloading and automated coil-parameter barcode scanning.

 

 
 
Manufacturing & Quality Control

Structural Annealing

Main machine bases and shear housings undergo thermal stress-relieving annealing after rough welding to prevent geometric distortion over time.

CNC Boring & Milling

Frame bearing housings are finished in a single setup on large floor-type boring machines to ensure coaxial alignment of leveling rolls within 0.02 mm.

Load Testing

Every machine undergoes a 72-hour dry-run factory acceptance test (FAT) processing test coupons, tracking thermal stability of bearings and hydraulic pressure consistency.

Traceability

Critical drivetrain components (shafts, gears, blades) carry metallurgical test certificates and hardness logs.

 

 

Installation & Technical Support

Pre-Installation Requirements: Foundation drawings, anchor bolt layouts, and electrical load schematics provided 4 weeks prior to shipment.


Commissioning: On-site mechanical alignment, electrical integration, and material calibration executed by certified field service engineers.


Remote Diagnostics: Industrial-grade router gateway integrated into the electrical cabinet allows secure remote PLC program troubleshooting and parameter tuning.


Spare Parts Availability: Critical wear items (shear blades, proximity sensors, drive belts) stocked locally for 48-hour dispatch.

Roll To Sheet Cutting Machine for Paper and Plastic Film

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

Q: How does the machine prevent material scratching on pre-painted or stainless steel coils?

A: The feeding table and leveling rolls are wrapped in high-density polyurethane or equipped with non-contact pneumatic lift guides. Additionally, an optional motorized PVC film applicator can laminate protective plastic film onto the top surface immediately before the uncoiling phase.

Q: What is the procedure for swapping shear blades, and how long does it take?

A: The guillotine shear uses a cassette-style quick-change blade holder. Operators unbolt the pneumatic locking gibs, slide out the worn blade assembly using an extraction trolley, and insert the pre-calibrated replacement set. The entire process takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes, minimizing line downtime.

Q: Can this machine handle materials with high yield strength, such as structural high-strength steel?

A: Yes, provided the material specifications are defined prior to order placement. For high-yield steels (e.g., high-tensile automotive grades up to 700 MPa), we re-engineer the leveling section with smaller-diameter, closely-spaced backup rolls and upgrade the main shear cylinder tonnage to prevent springback distortion.

Q: What utilities (power, air, hydraulics) are required on-site?

A: Standard configurations require a 3-phase power supply (typically 380V/415V/480V, 50/60 Hz with total connected load around 45 kW to 90 kW depending on line width), a compressed air supply of 0.6 - 0.8 MPa (500 L/min) for pneumatic gates/brakes, and a dedicated hydraulic oil reservoir fill (ISO VG 46 anti-wear hydraulic oil, approx. 300-500 liters).

Q: How does the system compensate for length errors caused by material slippage during high-speed feeding?

A: The system utilizes a dual-loop control architecture. While the servo motor drives the feed rolls based on encoder pulses, an independent measuring wheel rides directly on the moving metal sheet surface. If micro-slippage is detected between the roll drive and actual sheet movement, the PLC applies real-time dynamic compensation before the shear triggers.

Q: What is the standard lead time from order confirmation to factory shipment?

A: Standard configurations (e.g., 1500 mm width, 3.0 mm thickness) typically require 90 to 120 days of manufacturing, assembly, and testing time. Highly customized lines involving automated coil storage integration or heavy-gauge specifications (>6 mm) require 150 to 180 days.

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