Spiral Tube Forming Machine PD-1600
Last updated: October 14, 2026
Fixed-mould spiral tubeformer with optional plasma cutting. Produces spiral ducts from 100mm to 1600mm diameter in 0.4-1.2mm strip — the mid-range workhorse of the PREDA spiral tubeformer family.
Technical Specifications
What is a Spiral Tube Forming Machine PD-1600?
A spiral tube forming machine rolls narrow strip into a helix and closes the spiral seam to produce round duct. The PD-1600 is the fixed-mould mid-range model: it produces duct from 100mm to 1600mm diameter in 0.4-1.2mm strip, with roller cutting attached and plasma cutting as an option. Fixed moulds give consistent seam geometry across the whole diameter range.
Key Features
- Produces spiral duct 100-1600mm diameter from 137mm strip
- Handles 0.4-1.2mm material — galvanized, stainless and aluminum
- Working speed 1-38 m/min across the diameter range
- Attached roller cutting; plasma cutting optional
- Fixed-mould construction for consistent seam geometry
- Coiler capacity 1200kg for continuous production
Spiral Duct Demand Across the Full Diameter Range?
Small shops make small diameters; big shops make big ones. Most fabricators need both — and buying two machines doubles the investment and the floor space.
The PD-1600 covers 100mm to 1600mm in one machine: strip in, spiral duct out, with the speed range (1-38 m/min) to run small diameters carefully and large ones fast.
How It Transforms Your Production Line
The Spiral Tube Forming Machine PD-1600 works on a proven principle — here is the step-by-step workflow that makes it possible:
Strip Feeding
Narrow strip (137mm feeding width) is fed from the coiler into the forming rollers.
Spiral Forming
Fixed-mould rollers form the strip into a helix at the set diameter.
Seam Closing
The spiral seam is closed as the tube forms — the lock seam runs continuously.
Cutting to Length
The attached roller cutter cuts to length; the optional plasma system handles thicker material and on-the-fly cutting.
Technical Specifications & Performance Data
Every specification on this machine is chosen for a reason. The table below shows not just the numbers, but what each one means for your daily production:
| Parameter | This Machine | What It Means for You |
|---|---|---|
| Control System | Fixed-mould roller forming | Consistent, repeatable operation with minimal operator training |
| Construction | Heavy-duty steel frame | Vibration-free operation, 10+ year service life |
| Certification | CE certified | Meets European safety and quality standards |
| Warranty | 2 years | Peace of mind with comprehensive factory warranty |
Problems Solved: Before vs. After
We asked HVAC fabricators about their biggest production headaches. Here is how this machine directly addresses each one:
| Without This Machine | With This Machine |
|---|---|
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✕ Diameter gaps
Small machines cannot reach large diameters and vice versa |
✓ 100-1600mm range
One machine covers the standard duct diameter range |
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✕ Seam inconsistency
Adjustable setups drift; seams vary batch to batch |
✓ Fixed moulds
Consistent seam geometry every length |
|
✕ Cutting limitations
Roller-only cutting struggles with thick or fast work |
✓ Roller + plasma option
Attached roller cutting, plasma for thicker material |
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✕ Coil change downtime
Small coilers stop production to reload |
✓ 1200kg coiler capacity
Continuous production through coil changes |
Where It Fits in Your Factory
This machine is versatile enough to serve multiple production scenarios. Here are the most common configurations our customers use:
Mid-Range Spiral Production
100-1600mm covers the standard spiral duct diameter range in one machine.
Continuous Production
1200kg coiler capacity and 1-38 m/min speed range for shift-long runs.
Flexible Cutting
Attached roller cutting standard; plasma cutting optional for thicker material.
Export Fabricators
380V/50Hz standard build with CE certification; voltage and frequency customized.
Frequently Asked Questions
Click each question to see the answer. These are the questions our sales engineers hear most often:
Professional Packaging & Global Shipping
Every machine is professionally packaged and secured in a container for safe delivery to your port. We send you loading photos before the ship sails.
Calculate Your Return on Investment
Based on average industry data, here is what a typical customer saves after installing this machine:
* Figures based on average customer data for a shop producing 100-500 bends per day. Your actual results will vary based on production volume, labor rates, and current efficiency levels. Contact our engineers for a customized ROI calculation based on your specific operation.
Ready to Upgrade Your Electric Production?
Get a customized quote within 24 hours. Our engineers will help you configure the right machine for your specific production requirements.
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