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Challenge Titan 230 hydraulic paper cutter with 23" cutting width, digital control panel, and heavy-duty design on caster wheels.
Challenge Titan 230 Hydraulic Paper Cutter (23")
Challenge Titan 230 TC hydraulic 23-inch programmable paper cutter for print finishing and bindery
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Challenge Titan 230 Paper Cutter

Challenge Titan 230TC Paper Cutter is a hydraulic paper cutting machine made by Challenge Machinery company in Michigan

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Model Standard Control W/ Light Beams
Est. shipping: 2-4 Weeks · ships by truck
Truck-freight shippingShips FOB with a lift gate.
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Financing availableLease & purchase options.
Factory-trained install & serviceWe deliver, install & support.
TypePaper Cutter
Cut width23"
OperationHydraulic
Power120V Single-Phase
Lead time2-4 Weeks

Details & specifications

This Model Has Been Replaced

The Challenge Titan 230 has been superseded by the Titan 230 Pro with programmable controls, optional Ergo Touch low-force cut buttons, and an optional Air-Float table.

See the Challenge Titan 230 Pro →

Titan 230 — 23″ Programmable Hydraulic Paper Cutter

USA-built 23″ hydraulic cutter with programmable backgauge, electronic clamp pressure control (optional), and safety light-beam curtain. Choose Standard Control or TC Touch Control—same machine, shared specs and accessories.

Key Features

  • Fully hydraulic cutting and clamping; motor runs only during the cut cycle
  • Programmable backgauge control (99 channels, up to 9,801 stored cut positions)
  • TC Touch Control option with user-friendly, menu-driven interface
  • Electronic Clamp Pressure Control (programmable per cut w/ TC option)
  • Bright red LED cut-line light (maintenance-free)
  • Rugged cast-iron & steel construction; lockable heavy-duty casters
  • Large work surface fits 12″×18″ and A3 sheets at the mouth of the cutter
  • Made in the USA; low-maintenance UHMW wear surfaces and composite bushings

Safety Features

  • Conforms to CE and ANSI B65.3; UL/cUL listed
  • Two-hand timed, non-repeat cut buttons with knife safety latch
  • Cutting-area protection: light-beam safety curtain
  • Independent mechanical foot-pedal clamping (optional)
  • Fully enclosed rear table safety cover; optional ergo-touch buttons reduce fatigue

Specifications — General

Cutting Width 23″ / 584 mm
Clamp Opening 3-1/4″ / 83 mm (3.0″ / 76 mm with false clamp)
Clamping Force (min / max) 1,250 lb / 2,500 lb (563 / 1,125 daN)
Minimum Cut (w/out false clamp) 1/2″ / 13 mm
Minimum Cut (with false clamp) 1-7/8″ / 48 mm
Table — In Front of Knife 24-1/4″ / 616 mm
Table — Behind Knife 24″ / 610 mm

Specifications — Dimensions

Overall Width 50″ / 1,270 mm
Overall Length 66″ / 1,680 mm
Overall Height 53″ / 1,350 mm
Table Height 36″ / 914 mm
Side Tables (L×W) 16″ × 13-1/2″ / 406 × 343 mm (option)
Will Pass Through Opening 43″ / 1,090 mm (39-1/4″ with tables/guards removed)
Net / Shipping Weight (approx.) 1,000 lb / 1,250 lb (454 kg / 567 kg)

Specifications — Electrical

Motor / Power 1-3/4 HP, single-phase AC, 208/230 V, 60 Hz, 12 A (service size 15 A)
Receptacle NEMA 6-15R or 6-20R
Optional (50 Hz) 1-1/4 HP, 230 V, 50 Hz, 10 A (service size 15 A)

Options & Accessories

  • Knocked-down shipping (fits 33″ door)
  • Air table (factory option)
  • Ergo-Touch cut buttons (order with machine) or field install kit
  • Large side-table set 20″×18″ (factory or field install)
  • TC barcode reader (TC control)
  • Knives: inlaid HSS / inlaid carbon-alloy tool steel
  • False clamp plate; book-trimming false clamp plate
  • Magnetic clamp pads (2-pack, 3″×15″); plastic cutting sticks; book guides
  • Jogging aid; knife lifter assembly; spare parts kits

Applications

Commercial print, digital output, brochures & sell sheets, bound book blocks, labels & sheet division, thick media trimming for production environments.

Standard equipment: false clamp plate, (2) HSS knives, (3) cutting sticks, jogging aid, manual, tool kit, and knife-change safety holder. Specifications subject to change.

This page is kept available for reference. For current pricing, configuration options, and free freight to the continental 48, please view the Titan 230 Pro.

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Every machine, fully supported

We deliver it, install it, train your team and keep it running.

This is not a drop-ship. Our factory-trained technicians install on site, train your operators, and back it with same-day and next-day service across Michigan and the Great Lakes.

Install & train

On-site setup and operator training included.

Same / next-day service

Fast response across the Great Lakes.

Precision machining

Replacement parts fabricated in-house.

Financing

Lease and purchase options available.

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