Molins Tobacco Cutter MRTC Mk1
A heavy-duty rotary cutter for primary cigarette production, designed to cut tobacco lamina and expanded stems for downstream processing.
Pneumatic compression feeds tobacco evenly to the rotary knives. Automatic sharpening, quick cut-width changes and dust extraction support consistent operation across long production runs.
Five- or eight-knife setup
Up to 1,500 kg/hour standard output
16-inch cutting width
Mechanical gearbox; PLC upgrade optional
Automatic knife sharpening
TECHNICAL DATA
| Cutting width | 16 inches |
|---|---|
| Compression profile | Adjustable, up to 2.5 inches |
| Standard output | Up to 1,500 kg/hour |
| Maximum output | Up to 2,000 kg/hour, depending on material and operating conditions |
| Knife options | Five or eight knives |
BASIC INFO
| Machine | Molins MRTC Mk1 industrial tobacco rotary cutter |
|---|---|
| Application | Tobacco lamina and expanded stems |
| Knife options | Five or eight knives |
| Drive system | Mechanical gearbox; optional digital PLC upgrade |
| Construction | Heavy-duty industrial cast steel |
FEATURES
- Automatic knife sharpening helps maintain a consistent cutting edge.
- Pneumatic compression supports uniform tobacco feeding before the cut.
- Quick gear changes make cut-width adjustment straightforward and help limit changeover downtime.
- Dust extraction separates grinding dust from the product path.
- A cast-steel frame is built for continuous industrial service.
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