Heidelberg OHT Platen Press – 1962 – 26 × 38 cm

The Heidelberg OHT (1962), also known as a Letterpress Tiegel Die Cutter, is a well-established automatic platen press designed for high-precision finishing operations. Manufactured by Heidelberg, this machine combines strong mechanical construction with automated sheet feeding for efficient production.

The machine supports a working size range from 40 × 70 mm up to 260 × 380 mm, making it suitable for a wide variety of applications such as packaging, labels, stationery, and commercial print finishing.

Operating at speeds between 2,200 and 5,500 sheets per hour, the Heidelberg OHT is ideal for both short and medium production runs.

The automatic feeder system ensures continuous sheet feeding, improving productivity and reducing manual intervention.

The machine is equipped with both standard chase (260 × 340 mm) and skeleton chase (260 × 350 mm), allowing flexibility in die-cutting setups.

With its powerful platen pressure system, the machine delivers precise and consistent results in die-cutting, creasing, embossing, and foil stamping applications.

The machine is supplied complete with tools, accessories, and closing frames, making it ready for immediate operation.

Key Features

Automatic platen press (OHT)
Letterpress die-cutting capability
Suitable for creasing, embossing, and foil stamping
Automatic sheet feeder system
Speed up to 5,500 sheets/hour
Includes standard and skeleton chases
Complete with tools and accessories
Durable and reliable construction

Technical Specifications

Model: OHT
Manufacturer: Heidelberg
Year of Manufacture: 1962

Machine type:
Automatic platen press (Letterpress Die Cutter)

Sheet size range:
Minimum: 40 × 70 mm
Maximum: 260 × 380 mm

Speed:
2,200 – 5,500 sheets/hour

Standard chase:
260 × 340 mm

Skeleton chase:
260 × 350 mm

Included:
Tools and accessories
Closing frames

Applications

Die-cutting paper and cardboard
Creasing and perforating
Embossing and foil stamping
Packaging production
Labels and stationery
Print finishing operations