Model E4-PK for Poker Chips :



Description :

The past years have seen explosive growth in the demand for hot stamped poker chips.  In response to this demand, Malahide has versioned the E4-PK, an application-specific edition of our popular E4-NB and E4-CC design. 

The biggest advantage of using the E4-PK is speed : running at up to 3,600 chips per hour, it does the work of 3 ~ 4 workers equipped with manual-feed stampers.

The next big advantage is quality : At 8 tons of even pressure, the E4-PK has a precision print head that delivers a clean and crisp stamp every time.


Pricing :

US $19,500

Upgrades :

Holographic Foil Feed : $2,500

240 Electrics : $500

Shipping :

Shipping : $500 North America Ground 
                   
   $1,500 Global Air Freight

Crating :  $175

 


Operating Manual :

Operating Manual ( .pdf )


Chip Styles :

The E4-PK is built to feed 11.5 gram chips from 40 ~ 41 mm in diameter.  Best results have been achieved with ABS chips that have a steel-slug core.

Using the E4-PK, one can apply :

  • Metallic, Pigment, Holographic and Effects foil
  • s
  • Initials
  • Custom Logos
  • Scratch-Off Patches
  • Sequential numbers (optional)
  • Security Holograms (optional)

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Printed Chip Samples


Printing Process :

Chips pass from right to left through the E4-PK.

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press

 

The process begins by stacking up to 125 chips in the chip stack. 

Feeding from the bottom, a shuttle moves the chip into a track system, and then advances it beneath the print head.

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Infeed

 

Once printed, the chips continue to advance through the track until discharged onto an incremental conveyor.

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Conveyor

 

The chips advance down the conveyor until they reach the accumulator where they are turned on their side and horizontally stacked.

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Conveyor & Accumulator


Print Engine :

One central CAM mechanism supplies mechanical power to the entire machine. Smooth and precise, all bearings and parts are purposefully oversized to ensure long life and durability. The E4-PK generates up to 8 tons of pressure, more than sufficient power to produce dazzling foil stamped chips.

An all-electric machine, the E4-PK uses an electric motor as its power source, not pneumatics like most other hot stamping machines.  This means that with the E4-PK, you don't need a high-end air compressor, plus you eliminate 100% of the inherent issues of pneumatic equipment.  Furthermore, the E4-PK runs cleanly and quietly, making it suitable for use in a home or office setting.

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Print Engine


Print Head :

The CAM mechanism powers the print head, pulling it down from all four corners.  This results in an even dispersion of pressure across the print head.

A central heater runs the full length of the head to ensure even heating. 

 

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : 4-Post Print Head

 

Four levelling screws on the top of the print head allow for fine adjustment. 

A central pivot allows one to rotate the head 5 degrees each way for fine alignment.

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Print Head

 

The E4-PK's print head flips up to reveal the chase area.  Equipped with our X / Y Chase system, one is able to center the print on the chip by incrementally adjusting the chase left or right, up or down.

The E4-PK is delivered with a 1" x 1" die holder.  A type chase for initials is also available. 

 

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : X / Y Chase


Die Making :

The E4-PK uses 2 major styles of diemaking :

 

Copper or Steel, Mounted Dies :

Poker chips are a relatively hard surface to stamp onto, so it's important to use the stronger copper or steel dies.  Shown beside, copper die plates are mounted type-high to produce a 1" x 1" die.

Copper Hot Stamping Dies

 

Steel Type Set :

One of the most popular applications for the E4-PK is stamping initials onto chips.  Initials are stamped using a set of type.  One gathers the letters to spell out the monogram, locks them into a chase and then stamps them at once.

 

Type Set


Control Box :

The control Box of the E4-PK features the following electronic controls:

  • Jog / Set-up button

  • Power switch

  • Run button

  • Stop button

  • Motor speed control

  • Reverse button

  • Digital batch counter with auto shut-off

  • Analogue heat control

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Control Box

 

All electronic components are brand-name (mostly Omron) and solid state. A modular control box design allows for quick repair in the unlikely event of a component problem.

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Control Box Interior


Standard Foil Feed :

The E4-PK's standard foil feed accepts foil rolls up to 1,000 feet long, wound on a 1" core. 

Most chips are stamped using a 1" wide roll.

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Foil Feed

 

The foil feed offers adjustable spacing between images.  The example beside shows the 2" maximum spacing between images. 

To maximize foil consumption, the E4-PK can pull as little as 1/8" between 1" images.

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Foil Feed


Hologram Foil Feed : (+$2,500)

Security-minded clients can equip the E4-PK with the optional holographic foil feed option.  This is the same system we use to apply holograms onto credit cards.

 

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Hologram Foil Feed

 

Hologram foils include a series of registration marks beside the holographic image. 

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Hologram Foil

 

Using a photo-electric sensor combined with a step motor, the sensor watches the foil for the registration mark.  When it detects the mark, the motor stops and the registered hologram is stamped.

Malahide E4-PK Poker Chip Press : Hologram Foil Feed


Specifications :

Size :

2' deep x 3' wide x 4' feet high

Weight :

400 lbs. uncrated. 
550 lbs. crated

Speed :

3,600 per hour at top speed

Tonnage :

8 Tons nominal

Print Area :

1" x 1" inches

Foil Feed :

Auto foil feed.
Accepts up to a 1,000 foot roll on a 1" core.

Power Source :

110 or 240

Power Draw :

13 Amps


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