Slitting & Rewinding Technical Guides

Practical, field-tested guides for slitting, rewinding and converting lines: how to size, select and maintain air shafts, differential shafts, magnetic powder brakes and clutches, tension controllers and web guiding systems. Written by XW Machinery application engineers for plant engineers and purchasing teams.

Not sure which shaft or brake fits your line? Send us your core size, roll weight and line speed — our engineers reply with a sizing recommendation.

Magnetic Powder Clutch vs Mechanical Clutch

"Magnetic powder clutch vs mechanical clutch: compare torque control, slip, heat, maintenance, and cost to pick the right coupling for your rewinding, unwinding, or tension application."

Magnetic Powder Clutch vs Mechanical Clutch

"Magnetic powder clutch vs mechanical clutch: compare torque control, slip, heat, maintenance, and cost to pick the right coupling for your rewinding, unwinding, or tension application."

How to Calculate Linear Actuator Force

Calculate linear actuator force with the F = m × a derivation, N↔lbf conversions, peak vs continuous ratings, and three worked examples. Free XW quote.

How to Calculate Linear Actuator Force

Calculate linear actuator force with the F = m × a derivation, N↔lbf conversions, peak vs continuous ratings, and three worked examples. Free XW quote.

Magnetic Powder Clutch vs Servo Motor for Tensi...

"Magnetic powder clutch vs servo motor for tension control: compare cost, accuracy, torque range, and maintenance to choose the right web tension solution for your rewinding line."

Magnetic Powder Clutch vs Servo Motor for Tensi...

"Magnetic powder clutch vs servo motor for tension control: compare cost, accuracy, torque range, and maintenance to choose the right web tension solution for your rewinding line."

Linear Actuator Force and Load Selection Guide

Size a linear actuator by force and load, not stroke. Covers peak vs holding force, web tension reaction, side loads, duty-cycle derating, and safety factor.

Linear Actuator Force and Load Selection Guide

Size a linear actuator by force and load, not stroke. Covers peak vs holding force, web tension reaction, side loads, duty-cycle derating, and safety factor.

Magnetic Powder Clutch Not Working: Troubleshoo...

Is your magnetic powder clutch not working or failing to engage? Follow this troubleshooting guide to find the cause, fix the fault, and restore torque.

Magnetic Powder Clutch Not Working: Troubleshoo...

Is your magnetic powder clutch not working or failing to engage? Follow this troubleshooting guide to find the cause, fix the fault, and restore torque.

How to Match a Magnetic Powder Clutch to a Rewi...

How to match a magnetic powder clutch to a rewinding machine — match torque, slip speed, thermal rating, response, and mounting so tension stays stable as the roll builds.

How to Match a Magnetic Powder Clutch to a Rewi...

How to match a magnetic powder clutch to a rewinding machine — match torque, slip speed, thermal rating, response, and mounting so tension stays stable as the roll builds.

How to Choose a Linear Actuator | XW Machinery

How to choose a linear actuator is a method, not a catalog search. Match profile, duty cycle, drive family, feedback and environment to spec the right unit.

How to Choose a Linear Actuator | XW Machinery

How to choose a linear actuator is a method, not a catalog search. Match profile, duty cycle, drive family, feedback and environment to spec the right unit.

How to Calculate Magnetic Powder Brake Torque

Calculate magnetic powder brake torque from web tension and roll radius, with safety margins, unwinding examples, and slip-heat checks for stable tension.

How to Calculate Magnetic Powder Brake Torque

Calculate magnetic powder brake torque from web tension and roll radius, with safety margins, unwinding examples, and slip-heat checks for stable tension.

Magnetic Powder Clutch Components and Functions

Magnetic powder clutch components and functions explained — input rotor, output drum, magnetic powder, excitation coil, and sealed housing, and how each part delivers stable slip torque for web tension...

Magnetic Powder Clutch Components and Functions

Magnetic powder clutch components and functions explained — input rotor, output drum, magnetic powder, excitation coil, and sealed housing, and how each part delivers stable slip torque for web tension...

Linear Actuator Types and Applications | XW Mac...

Explore linear actuator types—electric, servo, pneumatic, hydraulic, piezo and linear motor—and where each fits in web guiding, slitting, printing and coating.

Linear Actuator Types and Applications | XW Mac...

Explore linear actuator types—electric, servo, pneumatic, hydraulic, piezo and linear motor—and where each fits in web guiding, slitting, printing and coating.

Magnetic Powder Clutch Working Principle Explained

Magnetic powder clutch working principle explained step by step — how magnetic powder transfers torque, why torque follows excitation current, and where it fits in web tension control.

Magnetic Powder Clutch Working Principle Explained

Magnetic powder clutch working principle explained step by step — how magnetic powder transfers torque, why torque follows excitation current, and where it fits in web tension control.

How Does a Linear Actuator Work? | XW Machinery

Learn how a linear actuator works—from motor and screw conversion to closed-loop feedback, and how servo actuators drive precise web guiding in converting.

How Does a Linear Actuator Work? | XW Machinery

Learn how a linear actuator works—from motor and screw conversion to closed-loop feedback, and how servo actuators drive precise web guiding in converting.