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Rapid-Air Pallet Reels (Pallet Master Decoilers)

MANUFACTURER: Rapid-Air

STOCK STATUS: In-Stock

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Specialty Stock Reels for High‑Speed, High‑Volume Coil Payout

Rapid-Air Pallet Master Decoilers provide precision coil payout directly from shipping pallets, reducing material handling and improving safety. Designed for high‑speed, high‑volume operations, these pallet reels support loads up to 10,000 lb and are ideal for delicate or difficult-to-handle materials.

These units can be paired with Rapid-Air straighteners or Rapid-Roll power feeds to create compact, efficient coil‑handling systems for stock widths up to 6" (152 mm).

Key Features

  • Leave coils on shipping pallets to reduce handling and prevent damage
  • Smooth, dependable payout with direct‑drive operation
  • Supports up to 10,000 lb (4545 kg) coil loads
  • Improves operator safety by minimizing coil movement
  • Compatible with Rapid-Air straighteners and Rapid-Roll power units
  • Space‑saving configurations for tight production environments
  • Optional accessories expand capability and control

Available Models

RapidAir Pallet Decoilers are available as pivot arm or horizontal arm designs.

Models and Technical Specifications

All pallet decoiler models feature:

  • Max Material Thickness: .050” (1.27mm)
  • Max Coil Height: 30" (762mm)
  • Powered Real Max Speed: 20 rpm

Specifications per model:

Model
Standard Pallet Reel Arm Type
Max Coil Weight
Max Coil OD
Max Material Width
AC Input Power Required
PMD35
Pivot Arm
3,500 lbs (1591kg)
36” (914mm)
4” (101mm)
3/4hp, 115vac, 1ph
PMD50
Pivot Arm
5,000 lbs (2272kg)
50” (1270mm)
6” (152mm)
1hp, 115vac, 1ph
PMD100
Pivot Arm
10,000 lbs (4545kg)
50” (1270mm)
6” (152mm)
2hp, 230vac, 1ph
PMDH35
Horizontal Arm
3,500 lbs (1591kg)
36” (914mm)
4” (101mm)
3/4hp, 115vac, 1ph
PMDH50
Horizontal Arm
5,000 lbs (2272kg)
50” (1270mm)
6” (152mm)
1hp, 115vac, 1ph

1. Pivot Arm Models

With or without integrated straightener

  • Center turntable support with pivoting sensing arm
  • Max capacities: 3,500–10,000 lb (1591–4545 kg)
  • Provides versatile material payout and loop sensing
  • Optional modular Rapid-Air straightener
  • Optional guide rollers

Pivot Arm Model Dimensions

Pivot Arm decoiler dimensions diagram
Pivot Arm decoiler dimensions diagram
Pivot Arm Model
A
B
C
D
E
PMD35
37” (939mm)
14.5” (368mm)
63.5” (1612mm)
66” (1676mm)
44” (1117mm)
PMD50
51” (1295mm)
17.5” (444mm)
71” (1803mm)
66” (1676mm)
44” (1117mm)
PMD100
51” (1295mm)
19.5” (495mm)
71” (1803mm)
66” (1676mm)
58” (1473mm)

2. Horizontal Arm Models

Model Example: PMDH35 + SBX4

With or without integrated straightener

  • Low‑cost solution with turntable edge support
  • Horizontal sensing arm for smooth payout
  • Max capacities: 3,500–5,000 lb (1591–2272 kg)
  • Free‑motion guide roll automatically finds optimal guiding position
  • Optional modular Rapid-Air straightener
  • Optional guide rollers

Horizontal Arm Model Dimensions

Horizontal Arm decoiler dimensions diagram
Horizontal Arm decoiler dimensions diagram
Horizontal Arm Models
A
B
C Min.
C Max.
D Min.
D Max.
E Min.
E Max.
PMDH35
42”
(1066mm)
20”
(508mm)
61”
(1549mm)
68”
(1727mm)
52”
(1320mm)
77”
(1955mm)
31”
(787mm)
38”
(965mm)
PMDH50
51”
(1295mm)
20”
(508mm)
71”
(1803mm)
78”
(1981mm)
52”
(1320mm)
77”
(1955mm)
37”
(939mm)
44”
(1117mm)

Options & Accessories

  • Taut‑stock detection
  • Electronic high‑speed braking package
  • Remote jog for setup convenience
  • Outside‑diameter keeper to minimize clockspring
  • Modular straightener integration
  • Guide roller packages

Ideal Applications

  • High‑speed press feeding
  • Delicate or surface‑sensitive materials
  • Small‑width coil processing (up to 6")
  • Operations seeking reduced coil handling and improved safety

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