Tidland Hitchiker - Linked Slitting System

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Used in applications that involve multiple slits and need the best quality cut, Tidland’s durable and reliable Hitchiker Linked Slitting System drastically reduces web-out slitter setup time and improves slit quality. The Hitchiker allows repositioning of knifeholders and anvil rings simultaneously, maintaining the critical blade-to-anvil relationship. This affordable slitting system is available in two sizes, and is capable of handling smaller systems with 2-3 knives, as well as larger systems. The Hitchiker retrofits easily to most machines, accommodating virtually any web width and any number of slits.

Key Features

Mill-Duty durability
Increased slitter set-up accuracy and repeatability
Faster order changes
Ease of maintenance
Easy retrofit

Optional Equipment (may alter dimensions):
Gear reducer (minimum slit widths are increased)
Special motors based on speed requirements
Custom web support platens
Support frames
Trim Chute

Specifications

	Class II	Class III
Carriages	Electroless Nickel Plated
Knife Blade	150 mm (5.91 inches)	200 mm (7.87 inches)
Anvil Blade	190 mm (7.48 inches)	250 mm (9.84 inches)
Minimum Slit Width	133 mm (5.25 inches)	152 mm (6 inches)
Speed Range (all applications)*	114 - 1,463 meters/minute (375-4,800 feet/minute)	163 - 3,049 meters/minute (535 - 10,000 feet/minute)
Knifeholder Air (filtered, regulated dry air)	4.1 - 5.2 bar (60 - 75 psi)
Carriage Brake Air (filtered, dry air)	5.5 - 6.9 bar (80 - 100 psi)
AC Motor Ratings	0.11 - 0.96 kW (1/8 to 1-1/4 HP)
Power Requirements	230 - 460 VAC 3-Phase

  *Maximum speed is dependent on application and material. Lower speeds are possible with gear reducer.