Compare Thermofoil Presses
The SmartPin 3D laminating press is the most advanced thermolaminator in the 3D laminate press industry. The Black Bros. SmartPin system employs unique technology that maximizes productivity through simple pins. The SmartPin's smaller circular pins allow greater flexibility for part layout. Rapid pin setting and quick cycle times yield maximum production each shift!
The standard Black Bros. 3D laminating press is the perfect solution if you are ready to upgrade your vacuum press to increase production and quality. Every Black Bros. 3D laminate press is modular and can be upgraded to the SmartPin system when your growth demands maximum production.
Membrane Presses |
Black Bros.
SmartPin |
brand X |
brand Y |
brand Z |
| OPERATION |
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Simplicity through easy-to-learn
Touchscreen Control Panel |
YES |
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| Pins deactivated manually or automatically |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
| Approximate Cycle Time |
3 min |
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| Modem Connection for Remote Diagnostics |
YES |
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| Digital Optical Scanner |
YES |
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| PRESSURE SYSTEM |
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| Air Pressure System |
YES |
no |
no |
yes |
| Hydraulics (frequent oil leaks) |
NO |
yes |
yes |
no |
Motors, Pumps, Filters, Valves,
or Hoses (require servicing) |
NO |
yes |
yes |
no |
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| HEATING SYSTEM |
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| Electrically Heated Aluminum Plate |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
| Uniform temperature and Repeatability |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
| Oil System to compensate for HOT and COLD spots |
NO |
no |
no |
no |
| Oil or Filters to change |
NO |
no |
no |
no |
| Automatic Temperature Control |
YES |
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| ENERGY CONSUMPTION |
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| Requires 50% less than other thermofoil presses |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
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| MEMBRANE |
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| Membrane or Membraneless |
YES |
no |
yes |
yes |
| Switch without removing Membrane |
YES |
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| Controlled by switch at operator panel |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
| Time to change membrane |
20 min |
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? |
? |
| Stocked in North America |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
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| LOADING TRAYS |
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| Maximum Tray Dimensions |
52x107"
1320x2700mm |
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| Maximum Number of Trays |
4 |
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| Tray Depth |
1.25"-6"
32-150mm |
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| Optional TEFLON coating for heat transfer foils |
YES |
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| OPERATING PARAMETERS |
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| Maximum Pressure |
70psi
5 bar |
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| Maximum Temperature |
350°F
175°C |
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| Vacuum Pump |
7Hp |
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| INTERNATIONAL SHOWROOMS |
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| United States (Atlanta) |
YES |
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| Canada (Ontario) |
YES |
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| India (New Delhi) |
YES |
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| Australia |
YES |
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| China |
YES |
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| MANUFACTURED |
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| North America |
YES |
no |
no |
no |
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