For the Model 80 series, we highly recommend the optional Automatic Loading/Unloading Manipulator or Pallet Robot (as listed in the accessories). Manually feeding 16mm thick, wide plates is physically demanding and hazardous. Automating this process not only ensures operator safety but also significantly improves line efficiency.

Yes, but you must consider the work hardening of stainless steel. A 6mm stainless plate behaves like a much thicker carbon steel plate in terms of required leveling force. The Model 80 has the power to level stainless steel up to its 8mm rated thickness (and up to 16mm for softer steels), but ensure you select the correct roll gap to avoid excessive wear on the rolls.

The minimum workpiece length for the Model 80 is 150mm. This allows for the processing of substantial structural components. Feeding material shorter than this is not recommended as the large roll diameter requires a certain contact length to effectively grip and guide the heavy plate.

The Model 80 is built to handle materials with high yield strengths. The drive system provides high torque to rotate the rolls against the resistance of thick, hard steel. However, for materials significantly harder than standard Q235 steel, we recommend operating near the lower end of the speed range (1-5 m/min) to ensure consistent leveling without overloading the motor.

Yes, the Model 80 is a heavy-duty workhorse. It has a maximum leveling thickness of 16mm, making 14mm well within its capabilities. The 80mm roll diameter provides immense rigidity, ensuring that the rolls do not deflect (bend) in the middle when processing wide, thick plates, guaranteeing flatness across the entire width.