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Optimax® 420mm x 550mm Heat Shrink Chamber (SC145)

Optimax® 420mm x 550mm Heat Shrink Chamber (SC145)

The Optimax SC145 heat shrink chamber machine combines sealing and shrinking in one efficient operation, providing a professional packaging solution for medium-volume shrink wrapping applications. With a 420 x 550mm sealing area and capacity for packages up to 250mm high, the SC145 is ideal for larger products and businesses requiring increased shrink wrapping capacity.

The SC145 features advanced electronic controls, low energy consumption and a robust chamber design. It is suitable for use with PVC and polyolefin shrink film and accepts film rolls up to 600mm wide, making it a versatile choice for manufacturers, e-commerce businesses, warehouses and commercial packaging operations.

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Product Specification

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Weight 100 kg
Dimensions 1.00 × 1.00 × 1.00 cm

Description

Optimax SC145 Heat Shrink Chamber Machine

The Optimax SC145 heat shrink chamber machine is a robust and reliable packaging machine designed to seal and shrink products in one efficient operation. With its larger chamber capacity and 420 x 550mm sealing area, the SC145 is ideal for businesses that need to shrink wrap larger products or handle higher-volume packaging requirements.

The SC145 provides a professional finish while helping protect packaged products from dust, moisture and general handling during storage and transportation.

Seal and Shrink in One Operation

The Optimax SC145 combines heat sealing and shrinking into a single operation, making the packaging process simple and efficient.

The product is placed inside suitable centre-fold shrink film and positioned within the sealing area. When the chamber lid is closed, the machine seals the film before circulating heated air around the package to shrink the film tightly around the product.

This produces a neat, professional and tamper-evident package suitable for a wide range of commercial applications.

Larger Chamber Capacity

With a 420 x 550mm sealing area and a maximum package height of 250mm, the SC145 provides significantly more working capacity than smaller chamber machines. It can accommodate larger products and packaging formats while maintaining the straightforward operation associated with chamber shrink wrapping.

The machine accepts shrink film rolls up to 600mm wide, giving businesses greater flexibility when selecting film for different products and applications.

Optimax SC145 Specifications

Specification Details
Model Optimax SC145
Former model SC445
Machine type Heat shrink chamber
Sealing area 420 x 550mm
Maximum package height 250mm
Maximum film roll size 600mm x 250mm
Power supply 240V single phase, 16A
Effective power consumption 1.6–2.3kW
Machine dimensions Approx. 1320 x 820 x 645mm

Specifications can vary slightly between published machine versions, particularly regarding power supply and physical dimensions, so the manufacturer’s specification should be checked before installation.

Suitable for PVC and Polyolefin Shrink Film

The Optimax chamber range is designed to work with both PVC and polyolefin shrink film, giving users flexibility when selecting their packaging consumables.

Polyolefin film is particularly popular for general commercial packaging because of its clarity, strength and suitability for a wide range of products.

Ideal for Medium-Volume Packaging

The Optimax SC145 is a practical choice for businesses that have outgrown a smaller chamber machine or require a larger sealing area for their products.

It is suitable for:

  • Manufacturers
  • E-commerce businesses
  • Warehouses
  • Distributors
  • Retailers
  • Packaging operations
  • Product assembly businesses
  • Promotional packaging
  • General commercial applications

Applications

The SC145 can be used to shrink wrap a wide variety of products, including:

  • Retail products
  • Printed materials
  • Books and stationery
  • Boxes and cartons
  • Promotional packs
  • Product bundles
  • Electrical products
  • Point-of-sale products
  • Manufactured goods
  • E-commerce products
  • General non-food products

Shrink wrapping provides a clean and professional appearance while helping keep products together and protecting them during handling and storage.

Professional Product Presentation

Heat shrink packaging can significantly improve the presentation of products, particularly for retail and customer-facing applications.

The film conforms closely around the product, creating a neat finish while helping prevent dust and contamination from reaching the packaged product.

The sealed film can also help keep product bundles together during handling and transportation.

Compact and Straightforward Operation

Despite its increased chamber capacity, the SC145 remains straightforward to operate. The operator places the product and film into position, closes the chamber lid and allows the machine to complete the sealing and shrinking process.

Its electronic controls provide consistent operation, making it suitable for regular commercial packaging requirements.

SC145 vs SC134

The SC145 is particularly suited to businesses that need greater capacity than the SC134.

The SC145 offers:

  • Larger 420 x 550mm sealing area
  • Up to 250mm package height
  • Film rolls up to 600mm wide

The SC134 has a smaller 320 x 460mm sealing area and maximum package height of around 120mm, making it more suitable for smaller products and lower-capacity applications.

Why Choose the Optimax SC145?

The Optimax SC145 heat shrink chamber combines increased chamber capacity with straightforward operation and reliable heat sealing technology.

It is an excellent choice for businesses looking for a professional shrink wrapping machine capable of handling larger products while remaining compact and easy to operate.

Optimax SC145 from KB Packaging

KB Packaging supplies packaging machinery and consumables to businesses across the UK.

The Optimax SC145 can be supplied alongside suitable PVC and polyolefin shrink film, providing a complete solution for businesses looking to introduce or expand their in-house shrink wrapping capabilities.

Browse our range of shrink film and packaging consumables to find the right materials for your Optimax SC145.

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