Product overviewThe XW Machinery Leaf Type Air Shaft Adapter is designed to convert standard 3-inch air expanding shafts into 6-inch core winding systems for industrial rewinding and unwinding applications. Manufactured from high-strength aluminum alloy with precision machining and hard anodized surface treatment, this pneumatic core adapter provides stable pneumatic expansion, accurate roll positioning and reliable torque transmission during high-speed operation.
Also known as- Pneumatic core adapter
- Air drum
- Air cover
- Rewinding core adapter
- Air shaft sleeve adapter
Key features- Converts 3-inch shafts to 6-inch core systems
- Leaf type expanding structure
- Lightweight aluminum alloy body
- Stable pneumatic expansion
- Hard anodized surface treatment
- Easy installation and removal
- Reliable torque transmission
- Excellent wear resistance
- Suitable for high-speed rewinding
- Custom sizes available
Applications- Slitting machines
- Rewinding systems
- Flexographic printing machines
- Rotogravure printing equipment
- Film converting machinery
- Coating machines
- Paper processing systems
- Plastic film production lines
- Foil rewinding equipment
- Flexible packaging machinery
Product tableItem | Specification
Product Name | Leaf Type Air Shaft Adapter
Core Conversion | 3 Inch to 6 Inch
Material | High-strength Aluminum Alloy
Expansion Type | Pneumatic Leaf Type
Inner Diameter | 75mm / 76mm
Outer Diameter | 150mm-158mm
Surface Treatment | Hard Anodized
Application | Winding & Unwinding Systems
Installation | Sleeve Type
Customization | Available
Advantages of leaf type adapters- Lower equipment cost compared with dedicated 6-inch shafts
- Faster roll changes
- Reduced shaft weight and easier handling
- Better production flexibility and reduced downtime
What is a leaf type air shaft adapter?A leaf type air shaft adapter is a pneumatic sleeve installed over a 3-inch air expanding shaft to allow it to handle 6-inch paper or plastic cores. It enables operators to use a lightweight adapter instead of purchasing a separate heavy 6-inch shaft, achieving equivalent winding function more economically and efficiently.
Frequently asked questions (summary)What does a 3-inch to 6-inch air shaft adapter do? It allows a standard 3-inch air shaft to hold and operate 6-inch paper cores or plastic cores.
Is the adapter lighter than a full 6-inch shaft? Yes. Air shaft adapters are significantly lighter and more economical than dedicated 6-inch shafts.
What industries use pneumatic core adapters? Printing, slitting, packaging, film converting, coating and paper processing industries commonly use these adapters.
What material is used? High-strength aluminum alloy with hard anodized surface treatment.
Can the adapter size be customized? Yes. Custom diameters, lengths and expansion structures are supported.
Caractéristiques / spécifications techniques- Nom du produit: Leaf Type Air Shaft Adapter
- Conversion d'axe: 3 inch → 6 inch
- Matériau: High-strength aluminum alloy
- Type d'expansion: Pneumatic leaf type
- Diamètre intérieur: 75mm / 76mm
- Diamètre extérieur: 150mm–158mm
- Traitement de surface: Hard anodized
- Installation: Sleeve type (sleeve mounted on 3-inch air expanding shaft)
- Applications: Winding & unwinding systems, slitting, printing, coating, film converting, paper processing
- Options de personnalisation: longueurs, diamètres, structures d'expansion et traitements de surface