D1500 Semi-Automatic Die Cutting Machine
Designed for large-format paperboard and corrugated packaging applications, the D1500 combines operator-assisted sheet feeding, accurate front and side registration, 400-ton platen pressure, and automatic sheet delivery in one production system.
Its 1500 × 1100 mm maximum sheet capacity supports folding cartons, corrugated packaging, display components, and other large-format die-cutting and creasing applications.
Large-Format Capacity for Operator-Assisted Production
The D1500 is designed for packaging converters that process large sheets and use an operator-assisted feeding workflow. It provides controlled sheet registration before each sheet enters the gripper transport and platen die-cutting process.
This configuration is suitable for plants that require large-format capacity, stable pressure, and automatic paper collection without adopting a fully automated feeding line.
Folding Cartons
Die cutting and creasing for large paperboard cartons used in consumer goods, appliances, food packaging, and general retail applications.
Corrugated Shipping Cartons
Processing of corrugated board for transport cartons, protective packaging, shipping cases, and industrial packaging components.
Retail and Display Packaging
Accurate alignment between printed graphics and cutting lines for display panels, promotional packaging, and retail-ready structures.
Heavy Paperboard Products
Flat die cutting and creasing for thick paperboard components that require controlled registration and stable platen pressure.
Best Suited For
- Packaging plants processing large-format sheets
- Operations that use operator-assisted sheet feeding
- Paperboard and corrugated packaging production
- Jobs requiring die cutting and creasing in one platen process
- Printed packaging requiring controlled front and side registration
Technical Parameters for Production and Site Planning
The following specifications provide the working basis for evaluating the D1500. Electrical supply, compressed-air requirements, optional equipment, and final component brands must be confirmed in the technical agreement before production.
| Specification | D1500 |
|---|---|
| Die-Cutting Type | Flat platen |
| Maximum Sheet Size | 1500 × 1100 mm |
| Minimum Sheet Size | 550 × 500 mm |
| Maximum Die-Cutting Size | 1490 × 1090 mm |
| Minimum Gripper Margin | 8 mm |
| Maximum Working Pressure | 400 t |
| Applicable Paperboard | White paperboard ≥250 g/m² |
| Maximum Corrugated Board Thickness | ≤9 mm |
| Die-Cutting Accuracy | ±0.25 mm |
| Maximum Working Speed | 5,500 sheets/hour |
| Maximum Feeding Pile Height | 1,500 mm |
| Maximum Delivery Pile Height | 1,350 mm |
| Main Motor Power | 15 kW |
| Rated Power | 17.3 kW |
| Machine Weight | Approximately 16 t |
| Overall Dimensions | 6560 × 4580 × 2334 mm |
Final performance depends on the processed material, sheet flatness, die condition, production setup, and operating environment.
Controlled Sheet Entry Before Every Die-Cutting Cycle
The D1500 uses an operator-assisted feeding process supported by front and side registration mechanisms. Before entering the die-cutting section, each sheet is positioned according to the required print-to-cut relationship.
Sheet-arrival detection helps confirm that the board has reached the correct feeding position. Left and right push-pull side gauges accommodate different registration directions, while the sheet-pressing mechanism helps maintain stable contact during alignment.
Operator-Assisted Sheet Entry
The operator controls sheet presentation before the board enters the registration and gripper-transfer process.
Sheet-Arrival Detection
The detection system confirms sheet arrival before the machine proceeds with the next operating step.
Front Registration
The front gauge establishes the forward position of the sheet for consistent die alignment.
Left and Right Side Gauges
Push-pull side gauges allow registration from either side according to the printed sheet and production setup.
Stable Sheet Pressing
The sheet-pressing structure applies controlled force to support reliable positioning before transfer.
Rigid Mechanical Support for Large-Format Die Cutting
The D1500 die-cutting unit is built around a flat platen structure capable of delivering up to 400 tons of working pressure. The pressure-bearing sections use QT600-3 ductile iron to provide the rigidity required for repeated industrial operation.
A crankshaft and connecting-rod mechanism transfers power through the die-cutting cycle. The worm gear, worm, transmission components, and intermittent mechanism work together to coordinate platen movement and sheet transport.
Stable Pressure-Bearing Structure
The rigid body, upper platform, and lower platform support pressure distribution across the working area.
Pneumatic Plate Locking
The pneumatic locking device helps secure the die-cutting plate and reduces manual effort during production preparation.
Plate-Frame Positioning
The positioning and fine-adjustment structure supports alignment of the cutting die within the working area.
Coordinated Mechanical Transmission
The crankshaft, connecting rod, worm gear, chains, and intermittent mechanism coordinate the movement required for each cycle.
Lubrication and Oil Cooling
The lubrication system supplies oil to critical transmission areas, while the cooling arrangement helps manage oil temperature during operation.
Centralized Monitoring for More Controlled Operation
The D1500 uses a PLC-based control system and operator interface to centralize machine commands and operating information. The interface provides visibility into machine status, production speed, processed-sheet count, and operating conditions.
Limit switches, transmission protection, lubrication monitoring, and safety-related control components work together to support controlled machine operation.
Operator Interface
Operating commands and machine information are organized through a centralized control interface.
Status and Production Display
The system can display production speed, processed-sheet quantity, accumulated operating data, and machine status.
Position and Limit Monitoring
Control components monitor key movement positions and operating limits during the production cycle.
Torque Protection
The torque-limiting system helps protect transmission components if abnormal resistance occurs.
Lubrication Monitoring
Oil-supply monitoring supports the protection of critical rotating and transmission components.
Safety Control
Safety switches and protective devices help reduce operating risk around moving machine sections.
Organized Sheet Collection After Die Cutting
After die cutting, processed sheets enter the delivery section for leveling and pile formation. The paper-collection system combines sheet guidance, air assistance, photoelectric monitoring, and automatic lifting to support orderly delivery.
The system is designed to accommodate different paperboard thicknesses while allowing operators to observe the condition of the completed sheets.
Automatic Sheet Leveling
The delivery structure guides processed sheets into position as the pile is formed.
Two-Way Air Assistance
Airflow supports sheet separation and alignment during delivery.
Photoelectric Pile Monitoring
Photoelectric detection monitors the receiving condition and supports pile-height control.
Automatic Delivery-Table Lifting
The receiving table adjusts as the pile height changes during production.
Anti-Return Protection
The anti-return structure helps prevent sheets from moving in the wrong direction during collection.
Production Sampling
The delivery area allows operators to inspect die-cutting results during production according to the operating procedure.
Main Machine Configuration
The D1500 includes the principal mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, transport, and lubrication components required for operation. Exact brands and component models are confirmed in the final technical agreement.
| System | Main Configuration |
|---|---|
| Main Structure | QT600-3 ductile-iron machine body and pressure-bearing structure |
| Die-Cutting Drive | Crankshaft, connecting rod, worm gear and worm |
| Motion Control | Intermittent mechanism and transmission chains |
| Clutch System | Pneumatic clutch |
| Control System | PLC and operator interface |
| Drive Components | Main motor, feeding and delivery motors, servo motor |
| Monitoring | Encoder, photoelectric detection and limit switches |
| Transmission Protection | Torque limiter and protective devices |
| Pneumatic System | Pneumatic components and plate-locking system |
| Vacuum System | Vacuum pump |
| Lubrication | Automatic lubrication pump |
| Cooling | Cooling fan and oil-cooling arrangement |
| Bearings | Industrial-grade bearings according to the final configuration |
Component brands and specifications may be updated with equivalent-grade or higher-grade alternatives according to the final technical agreement.
Standard Scope of Supply
| Item | Quantity | Supply Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Complete D1500 Machine | 1 set | Main machine |
| Die-Cutting Steel Plate | 1 | Installed on the machine |
| Die-Cutting Frame | 2 | One installed and one packed separately |
| Spare Gripper Bar | 1 | Supplied with accessories |
| Gripper Pads | 10 | Supplied with accessories |
| Manual Waste-Cleaning Unit | 1 | Standard supply |
| Labeling Unit | 1 | Installed on the machine |
| Toolbox | 1 | Supplied with accessories |
The signed technical agreement and packing list determine the final scope of supply.
Prepare the Workshop Before the Machine Arrives
The D1500 has overall dimensions of 6560 × 4580 × 2334 mm and an approximate machine weight of 16 tons. The workshop layout must provide more space than the physical machine footprint alone.
Additional clearance is required for operator movement, sheet feeding, finished-pile removal, die-frame handling, maintenance access, electrical cabinets, and installation work.
Foundation and Floor
Confirm that the installation area is level and capable of supporting the machine and operating loads.
Operating Clearance
Allow sufficient space around the feeding, die-cutting, control, and delivery sections.
Material Movement
Plan clear routes for incoming sheets, finished piles, pallets, and material-handling equipment.
Electrical Supply
Confirm the required voltage, frequency, phase, cable routing, and protective devices before shipment.
Compressed Air
Reserve the required compressed-air connection according to the final technical specification.
Unloading and Positioning
Confirm lifting equipment, door dimensions, workshop access, and machine-moving arrangements before delivery.
The final installation drawing should be reviewed by both the buyer and DAIS before the foundation and utility work is completed.
Built by an Industrial Machinery Manufacturer Established in 1993
Zhejiang Dais Printing Machinery Co., Ltd. has manufactured printing and post-press equipment since 1993. Its production base in Lishui Economic Development Zone, Zhejiang, China, covers approximately 50,000 square meters.
More than 100 sets of CNC and machining equipment support the production of machine frames, platforms, transmission components, and other critical assemblies.
Precision Machining
Five-face gantry machining centers and high-precision vertical machining centers support dimensional control of large structural components.
Controlled Component Preparation
Robotic plasma cutting and CNC processing improve consistency before machining and assembly.
Assembly and Alignment
Major mechanical sections are assembled and aligned according to the machine configuration and production requirements.
Pre-Shipment Inspection
The machine is checked before dispatch to verify its configuration, movement, control functions, and general operating condition.
Engineering Development
DAIS holds multiple national patents covering technologies associated with paper feeding, machine safety, sheet handling, and printing and post-press equipment.
DAIS machinery is supplied to customers in more than 50 countries and regions.
Shipment Planning for a 16-Ton Industrial Machine
International delivery of the D1500 requires coordination between machine preparation, accessory packing, loading arrangements, transport documentation, and the receiving conditions at the buyer’s facility.
DAIS reviews the shipment requirements before dispatch so the main machine, separately packed die frame, tools, and supplied accessories can be identified and secured according to the agreed transport method.
Pre-Shipment Verification
Check the completed machine against the confirmed technical configuration and scope of supply.
Protective Packing
Protect the machine and separately packed accessories according to the agreed shipping method and destination conditions.
Loading Coordination
Prepare the loading arrangement according to machine dimensions, weight, transport limitations, and handling requirements.
Shipping Documentation
Organize the packing list and relevant shipment documents for delivery and destination handling.
Buyer Information Required
- Destination country and port
- Final factory address
- Site-access limitations
- Available unloading and lifting equipment
- Requested delivery schedule
- Local documentation requirements
Final transport arrangements are confirmed according to the destination and contracted delivery terms.
Support from Installation Through Long-Term Operation
The standard warranty period is 12 months from completion of installation and commissioning, provided that the machine is operated and maintained correctly and the applicable contract conditions are followed.
Qualifying parts damaged by non-human factors during the warranty period may be replaced according to the agreed warranty terms. Consumable parts, irregular operation, improper maintenance, unauthorized modification, and operator misuse are excluded unless otherwise stated in the contract.
Installation and Commissioning
Installation responsibilities, commissioning arrangements, and engineer attendance are confirmed before shipment.
Operator Handover
Machine operation, routine inspection, lubrication, adjustment, and safety requirements should be reviewed during commissioning.
Warranty Support
DAIS evaluates reported problems according to the machine condition, operating records, and warranty terms.
Spare Parts
Replacement parts remain available after the warranty period and can be supplied according to the confirmed model and component specification.
Long-Term Maintenance
DAIS provides continued maintenance and technical support beyond the initial warranty period.
For overseas projects, engineer travel, accommodation, local transportation, and related service expenses are handled according to the sales contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials can the D1500 process?
The D1500 is designed for white paperboard of at least 250 g/m² and corrugated board up to 9 mm thick. Material suitability should be confirmed using the actual board and die-cutting requirements.
What is the maximum sheet size?
The maximum sheet size is 1500 × 1100 mm. The maximum die-cutting area is 1490 × 1090 mm, while the minimum sheet size is 550 × 500 mm.
How does the semi-automatic feeding process work?
An operator presents the sheet to the feeding and registration area. Front and side gauges position the sheet before the gripper system transports it through the die-cutting cycle.
What is the maximum production speed?
The specified maximum working speed is 5,500 sheets per hour. Actual output depends on material condition, sheet size, die layout, operator coordination, and production setup.
What pressure and accuracy does the machine provide?
The D1500 provides a maximum working pressure of 400 tons and a specified die-cutting accuracy of ±0.25 mm under appropriate production conditions.
How much installation space is required?
The machine dimensions are 6560 × 4580 × 2334 mm, but the installation area must also include space for feeding, delivery, maintenance, die changes, operator access, and material handling.
What is included with the standard machine?
The standard supply includes the complete machine, one installed steel plate, two die-cutting frames, one spare gripper bar, ten gripper pads, one manual waste-cleaning unit, one labeling unit, and one toolbox. The signed packing list determines the final supply.
What warranty and overseas service are available?
The standard warranty period is 12 months from installation and commissioning under correct operating and maintenance conditions. Overseas engineer arrangements and related expenses are confirmed in the sales contract.
Discuss Your D1500 Die-Cutting Requirements
Send DAIS your material, sheet dimensions, board thickness, required production speed, electrical standard, delivery destination, and installation conditions.
Our team will review the application and prepare a technical proposal based on your production requirements.