How Does a Paper Sheeter Work?

What is a paper sheeter?

A paper cutter is a machine used to cut large rolls of paper into smaller, more manageable sheets.

What is the working process of the paper cutter?

1. Unwinding

Jumbo rolls are loaded into the unwind section of the cutter.

The roll is secured and its edges are guided through the machine.

2. Web Tension Control

The paper cutter maintains tension on the web to prevent wrinkling or damage during the cutting process. Tension control ensures consistent traction throughout operation.

3. Cutting device

The cutting device consists of a set of rotating knives or blades.

The blades move quickly and in sync across the width of the paper.

4. Positioning control

Precise positioning control is essential for accurate cutting of the sheet.

Optical sensors or registration marks on the paper help the machine align and adjust the cutting position.

5. Cut-off

A rotating blade cuts across the width of the roll, cutting it into individual sheets.

The number of sheets cut per revolution depends on the desired sheet length.

6. Stacking

After cutting, the individual sheets stack neatly.

A conveyor belt or suction system is used to transport the sheets to the stacking area.

7. Jogging and Counting

Once the stack reaches a certain height, it is leveled and shaken to ensure uniformity.

The paper cutter can also have a counting mechanism for recording the number of papers cut.

8. Delivery

The finished stack exits the machine ready for further processing, packaging or shipping.

Notice:

The specific mechanism and function of different models and types of paper cutters may vary.