Continuous Feeders (High-Speed Inline)
The Continuous series is designed for high-speed inline production, ideal for inkjetting, tabbing, and folding applications. Capable of running up to 40,000 pieces per hour, these machines eliminate the high-friction nip points of traditional feeders to ensure smooth, continuous operation.
Buckle Separation™: Separates documents smoothly without aggressive friction points, virtually eliminating jams.
5-Minute Maintenance: All feed belts can be replaced in under five minutes with a completely tool-less setup.
Variable Thickness: Handles single sheets up to 3/8" thick stock—even mixed variable thicknesses in the same stack.
Repositionable Belts: Customize the friction points for every piece with heavy-duty paper guides and repositionable belts.
Demand & Batch Feeders (D/B-Series)
The Straight Shooter D-Series brings industrial-grade friction feeding to start/stop and batch-counting applications. Equipped with a unique acceleration table, these feeders create precise gaps between documents for accurate photo-eye detection. Whether feeding into collators, shrink wrappers, or inserters, the D-Series delivers unmatched control and versatility. The D-12 and D-20 are also available as B-12 and B-20 batch counting models, adding a color touchscreen with programmable batch, single-shot, and continuous modes plus an external start photo sensor for automated packaging integration.
Pivoting Acceleration Table: The D-12 and D-20 feature an adjustable-angle table—set flat for inkjetting and tabbing, or angled downward for delivery into collators and bindery equipment.
Buckle Separation™: Same jam-free separation technology as the continuous line, ensuring smooth feeding without aggressive nip points.
Ultimate Flexibility: From the compact 9-inch D-9 built for small inserter stations to the massive 20-inch D-20 for wide packaging, there is a modular fit for any production line.
Servo Attaching Feeders (SA-5)
The SA-5 brings Straight Shooter's proven Buckle Separation™ technology to card and media attaching. Designed with a compact footprint that fits where larger attaching feeders won't, the SA-5 uses servo positioning and a color touchscreen to deliver precise 1- or 2-card attachment at speeds up to 25,000 pieces per hour. A turn-key package includes the feeder, controller, touchscreen, encoder, and start photo eye.
Compact Footprint: Fits on transport bases where oversized attaching feeders can't—8" wide x 17" long.
Servo Precision: Placement accuracy of ±1/8" with servo-driven positioning and adjustable-angle acceleration table.
Dual Card Attaching: Attach 1 or 2 cards, magnets, or other media with adjustable spacing.
Turn-Key Package: Ships complete with controller, touchscreen, encoder, photo eyes, and knockdown rollers.
Technical Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckle Separation™ technology and why does it matter?
Buckle Separation™ is Straight Shooter's proprietary feeding mechanism that eliminates the high-friction nip points of traditional feeders. Instead of forcing documents through aggressive friction rollers (which causes jams on variable thicknesses), it gently buckles and separates each piece. This handles mixed-thickness stacks reliably and virtually eliminates jam-related downtime.
Which Straight Shooter model should I choose for my application?
For high-speed inline inkjetting, tabbing, or folding, choose a Continuous model (C-12, R-14, or C-20 based on width). For start/stop applications feeding into collators, shrink wrappers, or inserters, choose the D-Series (D-9 compact, D-12 standard, D-20 wide). For card attaching with servo precision, choose the SA-5. The B-12 and B-20 are batch-counting versions of the D-Series with programmable touchscreens.
How long does a belt change take on Straight Shooter feeders?
All Straight Shooter feeders use a tool-less belt design that allows full belt replacement in under 5 minutes. No screws, no tools, no production downtime—belts are repositionable to customize friction points for different media types.
