The CO49K is designed for cutting strips from several thin sheet materials used in professional woodworking and fabrication.

• Decorative laminate: for furniture, cabinetry, worktops, and panel applications.
• Plastic sheets: within the machine's specified thickness and material limits.
• Wood veneer: for furniture, panel finishing, and decorative woodworking.
• Light non-metallic materials: when compatible with the machine's cutting system.

The maximum published cutting thickness is 1.6 mm. Material suitability should always be verified before production.

Motorized Feeding for Consistent Strip Cutting

The CO49K uses motorized rubber rollers to feed sheet material through the cutting area at a constant rate.

The published feeding speed is 13.6 m/min, making the machine suitable for repetitive strip production where manual feeding would require more operator effort.

Why Motorized Feeding Matters

• Maintains continuous material movement.
• Reduces manual feeding effort.
• Supports repeatable production.
• Helps maintain consistent contact with the cutting system.
• Improves workflow when multiple strips are required.

A wheel cutter is a circular cutting element designed to slit thin sheet material as it passes through the machine.

The CO49K uses wheel cutters developed for laminate processing. Combined with controlled feeding, they produce clean cuts without splintering or unnecessary material waste.

Cleaner edges can also reduce the amount of additional edge preparation required before the strip is used in the next production stage.

Adjustable Cutting Width From 16 to 635 mm

The CO49K allows the operator to adjust the strip width from 16 mm to 635 mm.

A movable cutting guide works together with the front measurement scale to simplify width setup and help reproduce the required strip dimension.

Special wheel spacers are also included in the cutting system for laminate applications.

What to Check Before Setting the Cutting Width

• Required finished strip width.
• Material thickness.
• Position of the movable guide.
• Cutting wheel position.
• Material alignment before feeding.

The CO49K worktable provides support for handling laminate sheets of different dimensions during cutting.

According to Virutex specifications, the machine can work with sheets of any size because the table provides the support required to feed larger material through the cutting area.

The minimum published sheet length for cutting is 185 mm.

Key Benefits of the CO49K Motorized Slitter

• Motorized feeding through rubber rollers.
• 13.6 m/min published feeding speed.
• Clean strip cutting with wheel cutters.
• Suitable for laminate, plastic, veneer, and compatible light non-metallic materials.
• Adjustable cutting width from 16 to 635 mm.
• Maximum cutting thickness of 1.6 mm.
• Movable guide for width adjustment.
• Front measurement scale.
• Stable worktable for large sheet material.
• Designed for repetitive professional production.

The CO49K is intended for professionals who regularly need to convert thin sheet material into accurately sized strips.

• Cabinetmaking workshops.
• Furniture manufacturers.
• Laminate fabricators.
• Panel-processing shops.
• Custom furniture businesses.
• Woodworking shops processing veneer or decorative laminate.

Its motorized feed is particularly relevant when strip cutting is a recurring production operation rather than an occasional task.

CO49K Technical Specifications

• Input power: 0.18 kW.
• Feeding speed: 13.6 m/min.
• Maximum cutting thickness: 1.6 mm.
• Minimum sheet length: 185 mm.
• Adjustable cutting width: 16–635 mm.
• Weight: 44 kg.
• USA model: 120V.

Optional Accessories for the CO49K

The CO49K can be complemented with Virutex accessories for workstation setup and cutter replacement.

• MT58K Movable Working Table – Ref. 5800100: provides an additional portable worktable solution for compatible workshop setups.
• Set of 2 Wheel Cutters – Ref. 1527075: replacement cutting wheels compatible with the CO49K and CO15L.

CO49K vs. Manual Laminate Cutting

A motorized slitter becomes more useful as cutting volume and repetition increase.

• Manual cutting: suitable for occasional strips, lower volume, and maximum portability.
• Motorized cutting: suitable for repetitive production, constant feeding, and wider adjustment requirements.

The correct choice depends on production frequency, required strip dimensions, available space, and expected machine utilization.

- Portable Table for Miter Saw MT58K (5800100): Enhances the versatility and portability of your slitting setup.

The CO49K Motorized Slitter is engineered to deliver exceptional cutting precision and efficiency, making it an indispensable tool for professionals working with laminate and similar materials. Its robust design, combined with user-friendly features, ensures that you achieve perfect cuts with minimal effort. Discover more about the CO49K and how it can enhance your workshop's capabilities at VirutexTools.