Overview
The Habasit PQ-57/6 is a hot pressing device engineered for professional-grade joining of Habasit machine and spindle tapes. Part of Habasit’s established line of tape joining tools, the PQ-57/6 delivers reliable performance for both Quickmelt and Flexproof joining methods. This unit operates at 110–120 VAC and is rated for tapes up to 50 mm in width and 3.6 mm in thickness, making it suitable for general-purpose tape fabrication and maintenance environments.
Key Features
- Dual-method capability: Quickmelt and Flexproof tape joining
- Compact design with proven operational reliability in field service
- Manual control suited for shop and field environments
- Compatible with Habasit guide rails, cooling tongs, and standard accessories
- Tape capacity: up to 50 mm width × 3.6 mm thickness
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | PQ-57/6 |
| Manufacturer | Habasit AG |
| Input Voltage | 110–120 VAC, 60 Hz |
| Power Rating | 450 Watts |
| Maximum Tape Width | 50 mm (2 in.) |
| Maximum Tape Thickness | 3.6 mm (0.14 in.) |
| Joining Methods | Quickmelt, Flexproof |
| Product Category | Hot Pressing Device / Tape Fabrication Tool |
| Condition | Used, fully functional |
Typical Applications
- Manufacturing facility tape joining and repair
- Conveyor belt maintenance departments
- Equipment service centers
- Field installation and splice operations
- Warehouse and logistics infrastructure support
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Habasit machine tapes (Hamid series)
- Habasit spindle tapes (W-8, W-16)
- Habasit guide rails (required for operation)
- Habasit cooling tongs and clamping accessories
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The PQ-57/6 is an earlier model in the Habasit hot pressing device line. The successor model is the PQ-58/6, which features an extended press plate for longer Flexproof joints. The PQ-57/6 remains compatible with all standard Habasit tapes and accessories. If upgrading, verify your specific tape width and joining method requirements before transition.
Works With
- Habasit Quickmelt joining system
- Habasit Flexproof joining system
- Standard electrical mains (110–120 V, 60 Hz, US/Canada)
- All Habasit machine and spindle tape products within specified width/thickness limits
