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Rapid-Air Stock straighteners

MANUFACTURER: Rapid Air

STOCK STATUS: In-Stock

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Precision Coil Set Removal for High‑Performance Press Feeding

Rapid-Air powered straighteners are engineered for simplicity, durability, and versatility. Operators can quickly load, adjust, and run material with minimal setup time. Each model is designed to handle specific width and thickness ranges, ensuring optimal straightening performance for your application.

Key advantages:

  • Smooth, controlled material payout
  • Wide range of stock widths and thicknesses
  • Heavy-duty construction for continuous operation
  • Optional enhancements for advanced line control

Optional Upgrades

Enhance your straightening system with add‑on modules designed to improve accuracy, loop control, and material handling:

  • Entrance/Exit Cascade Rolls – Improve material guidance and flattening consistency
  • Heavy-Duty Dancer Arm – Stabilizes loop tension for sensitive applications
  • Loop Controls – Automates payout for seamless integration with feeders and presses

Model Specifications

The Rapid-Air lineup includes multiple series, each optimized for specific material ranges and production speeds. All straightening ranges are based on low‑carbon commercial-grade steel.

SA Series – Compact, high-speed straightening

Model
Max Width
Thickness Range
Max Speed
Power
SA3
3"
.002"–.030"
700"/min
1/4 hp, 115 VAC
SA3M
3"
.002"–.030"
1,400"/min
1/2 hp, 115 VAC

SB Series – Mid-range capacity

Model
Max Width
Thickness Range
Max Speed
Power
SCX6
6"
.006"–.100"
825"/min
1 hp, 115 VAC
SCX12
12"
.006"–.090"
825"/min
1 hp, 115 VAC
SCX18
18"
.006"–.080"
825"/min
1 hp, 115 VAC
SCX24
24"
.006"–.065"
825"/min
1 hp, 115 VAC
SCX6M–SCX24M
6"–24"
Same as above
1,650"/min
2 hp, 230 VAC
SCX6H–SCX24H
6"–24"
.006"–.055"+
4,100"/min
3 hp, 230 VAC

SCX Series – Heavy-duty straightening for thicker materials

Model
Max Width
Thickness Range
Max Speed
Power
SCX6
6"
.006"–.100"
825"/min
1 hp, 115 VAC
SCX12
12"
.006"–.090"
825"/min
1 hp, 115 VAC
SCX18
18"
.006"–.080"
825"/min
1 hp, 115 VAC
SCX24
24"
.006"–.065"
825"/min
1 hp, 115 VAC
SCX6M–SCX24M
6"–24"
Same as above
1,650"/min
2 hp, 230 VAC
SCX6H–SCX24H
6"–24"
.006"–.055"+
4,100"/min
3 hp, 230 VAC

SD Series – Maximum thickness capability

Model
Max Width
Thickness Range
Max Speed
Power
SD6
6"
.006"–.125"
825"/min
2 hp, 230 VAC
SD12
12"
.006"–.125"
825"/min
2 hp, 230 VAC
SD18
18"
.006"–.100"
825"/min
2 hp, 230 VAC
SD24
24"
.006"–.090"
825"/min
2 hp, 230 VAC

Additional Straightening Solutions

Rapid-Air also offers:

  • Rapid-Roll Power Roll Models
  • Non-Powered Pull-Through Straighteners

These options support a wide range of pressroom configurations and material handling needs.

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