Heidelberg OHT Platen Press – 1969 – 26 × 38 cm

The Heidelberg OHT (1969), also known as a Letterpress Tiegel Die Cutter, is a well-established automatic platen press widely used in print finishing and die-cutting applications. Built by Heidelberg, this machine is known for its durability, precision, and long service life.

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

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

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

The machine includes both standard chase (260 × 340 mm) and skeleton chase (260 × 350 mm), providing flexibility for different die-cutting configurations.

Its strong platen pressure system ensures accurate and consistent results in die-cutting, creasing, embossing, and foil stamping operations.

Key Features

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

Technical Specifications

Model: OHT
Manufacturer: Heidelberg
Year of Manufacture: 1969

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

Applications

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