{"product_id":"3-inch-to-6-inch-air-shaft-adapter","title":"Industrial 3 Inch to 6 Inch Air Shaft Adapter | Plate Type Core Adapter","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1bl89yh\" data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e3 Inch to 6 Inch Plate Type Air Shaft Adapter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eThe XW Machinery Plate Type Air Shaft Adapter is designed to convert standard 3-inch air shafts into 6-inch core winding systems for industrial rewinding and unwinding applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eManufactured from high-strength aluminum alloy with precision machining and hard anodized treatment, this pneumatic core adapter provides stable expansion, accurate roll positioning, and reliable torque transmission during high-speed operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003eIt is widely used in slitting machines, printing machinery, flexible packaging equipment, coating systems, film converting lines, and paper processing machinery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1lqht4p\" data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2358\"\u003eWhat Is a Plate Type Air Shaft Adapter?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2515\"\u003eA plate type air shaft adapter is a pneumatic sleeve installed over a 3-inch air expanding shaft to allow it to handle 6-inch paper cores or plastic cores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2717\"\u003eInstead of purchasing a separate 6-inch air shaft, operators can use a lightweight adapter to achieve the same winding function more economically and efficiently. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2749\"\u003eThis adapter is also known as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"kc7i2g\" data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003ePneumatic core adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hvpysc\" data-start=\"2776\" data-end=\"2786\"\u003eAir drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"24131b\" data-start=\"2787\" data-end=\"2798\"\u003eAir cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17e4jaf\" data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003eRewinding core adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"38oe4h\" data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2850\"\u003eAir shaft sleeve adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\" data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9pjdb8\" data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003eConverts 3-inch shafts to 6-inch core systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"utxpcf\" data-start=\"2921\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003ePlate type expanding structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qd4fob\" data-start=\"2954\" data-end=\"2987\"\u003eLightweight aluminum alloy body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bb8oe8\" data-start=\"2988\" data-end=\"3016\"\u003eStable pneumatic expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i2bimo\" data-start=\"3017\" data-end=\"3050\"\u003eHard anodized surface treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fern33\" data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3082\"\u003eEasy installation and removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f1kkku\" data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3113\"\u003eReliable torque transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p9x35a\" data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3141\"\u003eExcellent wear resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w19fyd\" data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3177\"\u003eSuitable for high-speed rewinding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s01sok\" data-start=\"3178\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003eCustom sizes available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3204\" data-end=\"3207\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"c3mln3\" data-start=\"3209\" data-end=\"3223\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3277\"\u003eThis plate type air shaft adapter is widely used in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3548\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xnjm20\" data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3298\"\u003eSlitting machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o0r1a5\" data-start=\"3299\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003eRewinding systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1egwga9\" data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3351\"\u003eFlexographic printing machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16xe40l\" data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3384\"\u003eRotogravure printing equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cvilwf\" data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3412\"\u003eFilm converting machinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m30gp3\" data-start=\"3413\" data-end=\"3431\"\u003eCoating machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10j2xb7\" data-start=\"3432\" data-end=\"3458\"\u003ePaper processing systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"120pzuw\" data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3490\"\u003ePlastic film production lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1j6eg0d\" data-start=\"3491\" data-end=\"3517\"\u003eFoil rewinding equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7sm9os\" data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3548\"\u003eFlexible packaging machinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3550\" data-end=\"3730\"\u003eIndustry references also show these adapters are commonly used in coating, printing, rewinding, papermaking, plastics, and converting systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlate Type Air Shaft Adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore Conversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 Inch to 6 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-strength Aluminum Alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansion Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePneumatic Plate Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInner Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75mm \/ 76mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOuter Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150mm-158mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard Anodized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinding \u0026amp; Unwinding Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleeve Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustomization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"jdk8uf\" data-start=\"4190\" data-end=\"4225\"\u003eAdvantages of Plate Type Adapters\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4227\" data-end=\"4306\"\u003eCompared with traditional heavy 6-inch air shafts, plate type adapters provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4308\" data-end=\"4444\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rw68sq\" data-start=\"4308\" data-end=\"4330\"\u003eLower equipment cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"i5yzzr\" data-start=\"4331\" data-end=\"4352\"\u003eFaster roll changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18mjig4\" data-start=\"4353\" data-end=\"4375\"\u003eReduced shaft weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dcr7ou\" data-start=\"4376\" data-end=\"4393\"\u003eEasier handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xtiqu\" data-start=\"4394\" data-end=\"4425\"\u003eBetter production flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bved2j\" data-start=\"4426\" data-end=\"4444\"\u003eReduced downtime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4446\" data-end=\"4600\"\u003eMany industrial converting systems use adapters instead of dedicated large shafts to improve operational efficiency. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4602\" data-end=\"4605\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"18m4wwz\" data-start=\"4607\" data-end=\"4633\"\u003eWhy Choose XW Machinery?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4635\" data-end=\"4755\"\u003eAt \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/xw-machinery.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Industrial Web Handling \u0026amp; Tension Control Solutions | XW-Machinery\"\u003eXW Machinery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, we specialize in industrial winding and tension control components, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4757\" data-end=\"4905\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3zwn67\" data-start=\"4757\" data-end=\"4779\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xw-machinery.com\/products\/customized-3-inch-6-inch-steel-aluminum-air-expanding-shaft-for-slitting-rewinding-machine\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Air Expanding Shaft | Pneumatic Shaft for Winding \u0026amp; Slitting Machines\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAir expanding shafts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xyxcfm\" data-start=\"4780\" data-end=\"4801\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xw-machinery.com\/products\/3-6-pneumatic-ball-type-differential-friction-shaft-for-slitter-rewinder-machine-xw-machinery\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"High Precision Differential Shaft Industrial Roll Processing Shaft\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDifferential shafts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ogztv5\" data-start=\"4802\" data-end=\"4817\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xw-machinery.com\/products\/sto-stw-flo-flw-safety-chuck-air-shaft\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Safety Chuck | Air Shaft Locking Chuck \u0026amp; Holding Accessories\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSafety chucks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4q99ha\" data-start=\"4818\" data-end=\"4838\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xw-machinery.com\/products\/air-shaft-core-adapter-3-inch-6-inch\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Air Shaft Adapter | Size Conversion Sleeve for Air Expanding Shaft\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAir shaft adapters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tsmmht\" data-start=\"4839\" data-end=\"4863\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xw-machinery.com\/products\/xw-magnetic-powder-brake-din-standard-long-lifespan?variant=48514471690496\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"High Torque Magnetic Powder Brake for Tension Control System\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMagnetic powder brakes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qsztdv\" data-start=\"4864\" data-end=\"4885\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xw-machinery.com\/products\/miniature-tension-controller-magnetic-powder-brake\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Precision Tension Controller Matching Magnetic Powder Brake \u0026amp; Clutch\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTension controllers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yz4jlg\" data-start=\"4886\" data-end=\"4905\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/xw-machinery.com\/products\/all-in-one-web-guide-control-system-24v-servo-epc\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Web Guide System | Automatic Web Alignment Correction Device\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWeb guide systems\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4907\" data-end=\"4949\"\u003eOur air shaft adapters are engineered for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4951\" data-end=\"5095\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"s3cgey\" data-start=\"4951\" data-end=\"4982\"\u003eStable industrial performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12cx6a8\" data-start=\"4983\" data-end=\"4999\"\u003eHigh precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wdzf4p\" data-start=\"5000\" data-end=\"5019\"\u003eLong service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dhaw6b\" data-start=\"5020\" data-end=\"5043\"\u003eLightweight operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4sagwx\" data-start=\"5044\" data-end=\"5063\"\u003eOEM compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ty5wp9\" data-start=\"5064\" data-end=\"5095\"\u003eHigh-speed converting systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5097\" data-end=\"5124\"\u003eWe also support customized:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5125\" data-end=\"5214\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uve61z\" data-start=\"5125\" data-end=\"5134\"\u003eLengths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"j6ukjg\" data-start=\"5135\" data-end=\"5146\"\u003eDiameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d3mjpz\" data-start=\"5147\" data-end=\"5169\"\u003eExpansion structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nz1u22\" data-start=\"5170\" data-end=\"5190\"\u003eSurface treatments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5vjkxa\" data-start=\"5191\" data-end=\"5214\"\u003eLightweight materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5216\" data-end=\"5219\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"hkd5a4\" data-start=\"5221\" data-end=\"5249\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10wm7j0\" data-start=\"5251\" data-end=\"5304\"\u003eWhat does a 3-inch to 6-inch air shaft adapter do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5306\" data-end=\"5400\"\u003eIt allows a standard 3-inch air shaft to hold and operate 6-inch paper cores or plastic cores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14ydv6h\" data-start=\"5402\" data-end=\"5453\"\u003eIs the adapter lighter than a full 6-inch shaft?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5455\" data-end=\"5592\"\u003eYes. Air shaft adapters are significantly lighter and more economical than dedicated 6-inch shafts. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13idsto\" data-start=\"5594\" data-end=\"5641\"\u003eWhat industries use pneumatic core adapters?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5643\" data-end=\"5667\"\u003eThey are widely used in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5668\" data-end=\"5748\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1goa1q1\" data-start=\"5668\" data-end=\"5678\"\u003ePrinting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"23g0im\" data-start=\"5679\" data-end=\"5689\"\u003eSlitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jvsno7\" data-start=\"5690\" data-end=\"5701\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"iytaup\" data-start=\"5702\" data-end=\"5719\"\u003eFilm converting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5sxocx\" data-start=\"5720\" data-end=\"5729\"\u003eCoating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xi6cxh\" data-start=\"5730\" data-end=\"5748\"\u003ePaper processing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1mlb1gm\" data-start=\"5750\" data-end=\"5775\"\u003eWhat material is used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5777\" data-end=\"5886\"\u003eThe adapter is typically manufactured from high-strength aluminum alloy with hard anodized surface treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18gvpi3\" data-start=\"5888\" data-end=\"5926\"\u003eCan the adapter size be customized?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5928\" data-end=\"6011\"\u003eYes. XW Machinery supports customized diameters, lengths, and expansion structures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"XW Machinery Parts","offers":[{"title":"250mm","offer_id":48776349253888,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":48776349286656,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0823\/3408\/9472\/files\/3_inch_to_6_inch_plate_type_air_shaft_adapter.jpg?v=1780137862","url":"https:\/\/xw-machinery.com\/products\/3-inch-to-6-inch-air-shaft-adapter","provider":"XW Machinery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}