E+L ELSPREADER LPA 03 Pneumatic Selvedge Uncurler
The ELSPREADER LPA 03 is a pneumatic selvedge spreading device from Erhardt+Leimer of Germany, a maker of web guiding and textile processing control systems. It flattens, uncurls and smooths curled, folded or frayed selvedges immediately before pinning on stenter frames, sanforizing lines and finishing ranges. Because it is air powered, the edge opening is gentle, which is what elastic knits, jersey, spandex blends and lightweight wovens need.
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Key Benefits
- Opens a curled or folded selvedge just before the pinning point
- Air powered, so the spreading action stays gentle on delicate fabric
- Suits elastic knits, jersey, spandex blends and lightweight wovens that curl badly
- Fits stenter frames, sanforizing lines and general finishing ranges
Application Scenarios
- Jersey and single knit that rolls at the edge as soon as it is relaxed
- Spandex blends where a mechanical spreader would damage the edge
- Sanforizing and finishing ranges running lightweight woven goods
Who It Is For
- Knitted fabric finishers running curling jersey and interlock
- Mills processing elastic blends that will not stay flat at the edge
- Engineering teams upgrading an entry section for a wider fabric range
Problems It Solves
- A curled selvedge going onto the pins folded, so the edge is gripped double and tears.
- Mechanical spreaders marking or laddering delicate elastic knits.
- Operators hand-feeding the edge at the entry to keep the line running.
Technical Features and Specifications
Every figure below comes from the part itself. Where a dimension is not listed, it is because we match it against your sample rather than publish a number we cannot stand behind.
Technical Features
- Application: Monforts stenter (Oil-free guide)
- Material: metal
- Type: with grease and without grease
- Colour: silver
- Weight: 0.6kg
- Brand: YH
Specifications
| Application | Monforts stenter (Oil-free guide) |
|---|---|
| Material | metal |
| Type | with grease and without grease |
| Colour | silver |
| Weight | 0.6kg |
| Brand | YH |
| Origin | Zhejiang, China |
| Delivery Time | Within 7 days |
Quality Control
- Dimensions gauged against the reference part on every production batch
- Fit checked on a rail or chain section before packing
- Material certificate held for the stock used
- Parts packed in matched sets from one batch so wear is even along the rail
Customisation Options
- Quoted against your working width and fabric range
- Supplied alongside nylon and finger uncurlers so you can compare
- Advice on pairing with a web guider
How It Compares
| Compared With | What Changes |
|---|---|
| Flat nylon selvedge uncurlers | The nylon uncurlers are passive and suit fabrics that only curl lightly. The LPA 03 is powered and handles heavy curl on elastic knits. |
| Finger type uncurlers | Three and four finger uncurlers open the edge mechanically. The pneumatic spreader is the gentler option for delicate goods. |
Fitting and Replacing This Part
Step 1
Stop the machine and let the assembly cool before stripping it
Step 2
Note how the old part sits before removing it
Step 3
Clean the seat completely before fitting the new part
Step 4
Turn the rail by hand for one full pass and check free movement
Step 5
Replace in complete sets so grip and wear stay even across the machine
Related Solutions
- Custom Part Manufacturing From Samples — Pin plates, pin plate holders, clips, brush wheels and other metal parts made to customer requirement, from a sample or a drawing.
- Complete Stenter Rail Rebuild — Chain, pin plates, holders, clips, sliders and graphite strip quoted and shipped as one matched package.
Industries Using This Part
E+L ELSPREADER LPA 03 Pneumatic Selvedge Uncurler Questions
Who makes the ELSPREADER LPA 03?
Erhardt+Leimer of Germany. We supply it alongside the stenter wear parts we manufacture in Shaoxing.
What fabrics is it for?
Curling, folding or fraying selvedges on elastic knits, jersey, spandex blends and lightweight wovens that cannot take a harsh mechanical spreader.
Where is it fitted?
Immediately before the pinning point on a stenter frame, or on the entry of a sanforizing or finishing range.
Do you have a lower cost alternative?
Yes. Our flat nylon and finger type selvedge uncurlers are passive devices and cost far less, but they suit lighter curl.
Get a Price on This Part
Tell us the machine brand, the quantity and your rail length. If you are not sure the part matches, send a photo with a ruler across the mounting and we will confirm before you pay.