Tape Application Machine
Elevate your carton and color-box packaging line with our electric high-precision tape application machine. Achieve zero-deviation taping at speeds up to 70 m/min — outperforming every manual process on the floor.
- ✓Maximum Speed: 70 m/min continuous production
- ✓2 Electric Applicator Heads — millimeter-perfect accuracy
- ✓Tape Width: 5 – 40 mm, fully adjustable
- ✓Material: >200 g/m² color boxes & cartons
Why Upgrade Your Tape Application Process?
The hidden cost of manual taping is limiting your throughput — here’s the direct comparison
- Extremely slow production — output limited by operator stamina
- Inconsistent tape placement causes high defect & rework rates
- High recurring labor cost with fatigue-induced errors
- Unable to handle complex or oversized carton designs efficiently
- Zero traceability — no speed or position data for QC reporting
- Blazing 70 m/min continuous production, 24/7 capable
- Electric-driven heads deliver ±0.5 mm tape placement accuracy
- Automated feeding reduces labor dependency by up to 70%
- Full format range from 80×70 mm up to 500×500 mm cartons
- Consistent, repeatable output with zero operator fatigue variables
Core Features & Engineering Advantages
Engineered for Industrial-Grade Packaging Reliability and Precision
Dual Electric Applicator Heads
Two independently driven high-precision electric tape heads guarantee smooth, jam-free double-sided tape application on every single box — no manual adjustment mid-run.
Heavy-Weight Material Ready
Purpose-built for substrates exceeding 200 g/m². Handles premium color boxes and corrugated cartons that jam conventional applicators without hesitation or operator intervention.
70 m/min High-Speed Output
Variable speed control from crawl to 70 m/min lets you match any downstream packaging line — dramatically outpacing manual or semi-automatic tape alternatives.
Wide Format Versatility
From compact 80×70 mm mailer boxes to full 500×500 mm heavy cartons, the adjustable feed system handles your complete SKU range on a single machine.
5 – 40 mm Tape Width Range
Accepts standard double-sided tape rolls from 5 mm to 40 mm wide without tools, giving full flexibility across different box sealing specifications.
Space-Efficient Industrial Footprint
At just 1350×800×1500 mm and 220 KG, this machine slots into existing lines without costly facility modifications — running on standard 220V AC.
Technical Specifications
Complete Parameter Sheet — Model Ky-500-2A-S Tape Application Machine
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model Number | Ky-500-2A-S |
| Material Suitability | >200 g/m² Color Box, Corrugated Carton |
| Minimum Paper Size | 80 mm × 70 mm |
| Maximum Paper Size | 500 mm × 500 mm |
| Working Width | 500 mm |
| Maximum Operating Speed | 70 m/min |
| Tape Width Range | 5 – 40 mm |
| Applicator Quantity & Type | 2 × Electric High-Precision Tape Heads |
| Power Supply | 220V AC / 50Hz |
| Total Power Consumption | 2,000 W |
| Machine Weight | Approx. 220 KG |
| Machine Dimensions (L×W×H) | 1350 mm × 800 mm × 1500 mm |
| Certification | CE |
| Tape Type | Double-Sided Adhesive Tape |
Machine Demonstration Video
Watch the Ky-500-2A-S Tape Applicator in Real Industrial Operation at Full Production Speed
🎬 This demonstration shows the Ky-500-2A-S applying double-sided tape to corrugated cartons at production speed. Notice the consistent tape placement accuracy from the dual electric applicator heads — zero misalignment across hundreds of continuous cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Key Questions from B2B Packaging Equipment Buyers Worldwide
What is the maximum running speed of the Ky-500-2A-S tape application machine?
The Ky-500-2A-S reaches a maximum continuous running speed of 70 m/min. This represents a 3–5× improvement over semi-automatic or manual tape application methods, directly increasing your daily output volume and overall packaging line efficiency.
What substrate materials and grammages can this tape applicator handle?
The machine is specifically engineered for substrates above 200 g/m², making it ideal for premium color boxes, corrugated cartons, heavy paperboard, and gift packaging materials. It processes both standard and oversized carton formats without operator intervention.
What is the minimum and maximum paper size the Ky-500-2A-S can process?
The machine accommodates a broad size range: the minimum sheet size is 80 mm × 70 mm (suitable for small mailer and cosmetic boxes), and the maximum is 500 mm × 500 mm (suitable for large corrugated shipping cartons). This versatility eliminates the need for multiple machines across different box SKUs.
What tape widths are compatible, and does it require proprietary tape consumables?
The machine accepts double-sided adhesive tape rolls in widths from 5 mm to 40 mm. Standard commercial double-sided tape rolls available in most markets are fully compatible — no proprietary tape consumables are required, keeping your ongoing material costs competitive and your supply chain flexible.
What are the electrical requirements for the Ky-500-2A-S tape applicator?
The Ky-500-2A-S operates on a standard 220V AC / 50Hz single-phase supply with a total power draw of 2,000W. This specification is compatible with standard industrial electrical infrastructure across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and most South American markets. North American buyers (60Hz grids) should consult us for transformer specifications.
What are the lead time and international shipping terms for B2B orders?
Standard factory handling and production lead time is 7–10 business days from order confirmation. Ocean freight transit time to most international destinations ranges from 15 to 35 days depending on port of destination. The machine ships in a reinforced wooden export crate with full insurance. FOB, CIF, and DAP Incoterms are available on request.
Tape Application Machine: Industry Buyer’s Guide
How to Select, Evaluate, and Deploy an Automated Tape Applicator in Your Packaging Line
The Business Case for Automating Tape Application
In today’s high-volume packaging and post-print finishing industry, every second of production time carries a measurable cost. Manual double-sided tape application — once an acceptable bottleneck — is now the single largest constraint for mid-to-large packaging converters trying to scale output without proportionally scaling headcount. A purpose-built tape application machine like the Ky-500-2A-S is not a capital expenditure; it is a throughput investment with a typical ROI window of 6–18 months for operations running two or more shifts per day.
“The transition from manual tape laying to an automated tape applicator like the Ky-500-2A-S increases a production line’s throughput by up to 300% while reducing tape material waste to near zero — the dual electric heads eliminate the overlap and gap errors endemic to manual application.”
Key Selection Criteria for B2B Buyers
When evaluating a tape applicator for industrial deployment, four technical parameters matter most: maximum machine speed (must match or exceed your upstream printing/diecutting line), substrate compatibility (the Ky-500-2A-S is optimized for >200 g/m²), tape head precision mechanism (electric-driven heads outperform pneumatic alternatives in consistency and long-term maintenance cost), and paper size range (the 80×70 mm to 500×500 mm range covers the vast majority of folding carton and corrugated formats).
Understanding Electric vs. Pneumatic Tape Applicators
Many entry-level tape application machines use pneumatic tape heads — compressed air-actuated mechanisms that offer simplicity but suffer from inconsistency at high speeds due to pressure variation. The Ky-500-2A-S instead employs servo-controlled electric applicator heads, which maintain constant pressure and positioning regardless of machine speed. This translates directly to a measurable reduction in defective boxes and tape misalignment complaints from downstream assembly or end-customer QC teams.
“Electric applicator technology eliminates the dependency on a stable compressed air infrastructure — a significant advantage for facilities in developing markets or those looking to reduce their energy overhead per unit produced.”
Integration with Existing Packaging Lines
The compact footprint of the Ky-500-2A-S — 1350 mm × 800 mm × 1500 mm at 220 KG — is intentionally designed for inline or offline integration into existing post-print packaging workflows. Whether your operation feeds from a folder-gluer, a flatbed die-cutter, or a manual collation station, the machine’s adjustable infeed and variable speed control allow seamless synchronization. The standard 220V / 2,000W power requirement means no dedicated industrial power circuit is required in most facilities.
Application Industries and Use Cases
The Ky-500-2A-S is deployed across a wide spectrum of industries: cosmetics and personal care (rigid gift boxes, drawer boxes), electronics retail (product display cartons, e-commerce fulfillment boxes), food and beverage (premium gift packaging, corrugated multipacks), and luxury goods (rigid setup boxes with precision tape hinge application). Any operation applying double-sided tape to folding carton or corrugated structures with a grammage above 200 g/m² is a strong candidate for this machine.
Request a Quote or Technical Consultation
Our packaging machinery engineers respond within 24 hours — provide your box dimensions, daily volume, and tape specification for a tailored recommendation and factory-direct pricing.
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