- Typical throughput
- For this class of equipment, throughput commonly ranges from 10 to 40 packs per minute, depending on product size and film type.
- Power supply
- Heat shrink tunnels typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, with power consumption varying based on tunnel length and heating elements.
- Temperature range
- Adjustable temperature controls commonly allow for operating temperatures between 100°C and 220°C, suitable for various shrink films.
- Conveyor speed
- Variable speed conveyors are standard, typically offering speeds from 5 to 25 metres per minute to optimise shrink quality.
- Film compatibility
- Units of this type are generally compatible with a range of shrink films, including PVC, POF (polyolefin), and PE (polyethylene), depending on the heating system.
- Footprint
- A typical heat shrink tunnel, excluding infeed/outfeed conveyors, may have a footprint of approximately 1.5m to 3m in length and 0.8m to 1.5m in width.