Paper Core Cutting Machine: Types, Blades and How to Select One

A paper core cutting machine, also called a paper tube recutting machine, cuts long paper tubes into exact lengths. It is the second half of a paper tube production line, after the winding machine.

Automatic or semi-automatic

Fully automatic machines such as the T-821 and T-805 load, position and cut tubes without operator handling. The semi-automatic T-820 uses electronic servo control and is a cost effective choice for smaller output.

Single, double and multi-blade

Double blade machines make two clean cuts at once and give very flat tube ends. Multi-blade machines cut many short cores in a single pass, which is ideal for high volume production of short cores.

Key specifications to compare

• Inner diameter range: T-821 and T-820 handle 50 - 152 mm, T-805 handles 30 - 120 mm.
• Cutting length: T-821 and T-820 from 10 mm up to several metres, T-805 from 50 to 700 mm.
• Wall thickness: up to 20 mm on T-821 and T-820, up to 4 mm on T-805.
• Automatic tube feeding and loading system.

Match the cutter to the winder

Choose a cutting machine that covers the diameter and wall thickness of the tubes your winding machine produces. Our selection checklist explains how. For the complete picture read the paper tube machine guide.