Molins PM5
The Molins PM-5 produces filter rods at up to 4,000 filters per minute, with a rod diameter of 7.5mm to 7.8mm and length range of 108mm to 126mm. This unit is a reconditioned machine, inspected and tested before it ships, with a documented service record included.
Spec sheet
- Rated Output
- 4,000 filters/min
- Rod Diameter
- 7.5mm – 7.8mm
- Rod Length
- 108mm – 126mm
- Approximate Weight
- 2,000 kg
About the Molins PM5
At 2,000 kg, this is a lighter-footprint filter machine than either KDF platform, which reflects a different mechanical approach on the Molins design rather than a difference in output quality. Automatic diameter control runs continuously through the production cycle, checking rod diameter against spec rather than relying on periodic manual sampling.
The PLC electronic control system handles the automation side of the machine, keeping filter rod output consistent across long runs.
How This Compares to Hauni Platforms
The PM-5 is a Molins design, distinct from the Hauni KDF-1 and KDF-2, and specs are not directly comparable line for line since the two brands measure output differently (filters per minute on the PM-5 versus meters per minute on the KDF-2). If your line is already standardized on Hauni equipment elsewhere, that may be a more practical fit than mixing brands. If you're deciding purely on rod diameter and length range, the PM-5's 108mm to 126mm length range differs from both KDF platforms' 64mm to 150mm range, so check which range matches your target filter length before choosing.
Buying This as a Reconditioned Unit
A reconditioned PM-5 has already run in a working factory, meaning the platform's known mechanical issues were found and resolved long before this unit reached inspection. That gets you a tested, factory-proven machine at a fraction of new-equipment cost, with documented service history included.
Looking at Other Options
For a Hauni platform instead, the Hauni KDF-1 and Hauni KDF-2 are also in stock. The full cigarette filter making machines range is here for a side-by-side comparison, including the Hollow Tube Maker for hollow filter formats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a new or reconditioned machine?+
This is a reconditioned Molins PM-5, inspected and tested before resale, with a documented service history included.
What filter rod length does this machine produce?+
108mm to 126mm, cut to shorter finished filter lengths as needed downstream.
How does the PM-5 compare to the Hauni KDF platforms?+
The PM-5 is a Molins design with a different rod length range (108mm to 126mm versus 64mm to 150mm on the KDF machines) and a different output measurement (filters per minute versus meters per minute). Check both against your specific filter requirements before choosing.
What is the total weight of this unit?+
Approximately 2,000 kg.
Does this machine include automatic diameter control?+
Yes, diameter control runs automatically through the production cycle.
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- Platform
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- Rated Output
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- Circumference Range
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- Rod Length Range
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- Platform
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- Rated Output
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- Line Speed
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- Cutting Rate
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- Maker Unit Weight
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