LISTEN Hydraulic Guillotine Shears are designed with a robust welded frame and an advanced synchronized hydraulic system, ensuring precise and high-force cutting capabilities. The adjustable blades, intuitive CNC controls, and comprehensive safety mechanisms—including light curtains and emergency stop functions—guarantee operational efficiency across various metal thicknesses. These CNC guillotine shears are energy-efficient, CE/ISO-certified, and perfectly suited for industrial sheet metal processing. The hydraulic guillotine shearing machine provides exceptional durability, enhanced safety features, and increased productivity in demanding work environments.
| Model | Cutting Thickness | Cutting Length | Cutting Angle | Throat Depth | Backgauge Range | Storke | Main Power | Dimensions(mm) | ||
| Unit | (mm) | (mm) | (°) | (mm) | (mm) | (times/min) | (kw) | Length | Width | Height |
| 6x2500 | 6 | 2500 | 0.5-1.5 | 100 | 10-500 | 14 | 7.5 | 3100 | 1700 | 1950 |
| 6x3200 | 6 | 3200 | 0.5-1.5 | 100 | 10-500 | 12 | 7.5 | 3800 | 1700 | 1950 |
| 6x4000 | 6 | 4000 | 0.5-1.5 | 100 | 10-600 | 10 | 7.5 | 4600 | 1700 | 1950 |
| 6x5000 | 6 | 5000 | 0.5-1.5 | 100 | 10-700 | 8 | 11 | 5700 | 1850 | 2150 |
| 6x6000 | 6 | 6000 | 0.5-2 | 100 | 10-700 | 6 | 11 | 6700 | 1900 | 2350 |
| 8x2500 | 8 | 2500 | 0.5-2 | 100 | 10-500 | 14 | 7.5 | 3100 | 1800 | 2050 |
| 8x3200 | 8 | 3200 | 0.5-2 | 100 | 10-500 | 12 | 7.5 | 3800 | 1800 | 2050 |
| 8x4000 | 8 | 4000 | 0.5-2 | 100 | 10-600 | 10 | 7.5 | 4600 | 1800 | 2050 |
| 8x5000 | 8 | 5000 | 0.5-2 | 100 | 10-800 | 7 | 11 | 5700 | 1900 | 2250 |
| 8x6000 | 8 | 6000 | 0.5-2 | 120 | 10-800 | 6 | 11 | 6700 | 1900 | 2250 |
| 10x2500 | 10 | 2500 | 0.5-2 | 120 | 10-600 | 10 | 11 | 3100 | 1850 | 2100 |
| 10x3200 | 10 | 3200 | 0.5-2 | 120 | 10-600 | 8 | 11 | 3800 | 1850 | 2100 |
| 10x4000 | 10 | 4000 | 0.5-2 | 120 | 10-600 | 6 | 18.5 | 4600 | 1850 | 2100 |
| 10x5000 | 10 | 5000 | 0.5-2 | 120 | 10-800 | 5 | 18.5 | 5700 | 2000 | 2500 |
| 10x6000 | 10 | 6000 | 0.5-2 | 120 | 10-800 | 4 | 18.5 | 6700 | 2000 | 2600 |
| 12x2500 | 12 | 2500 | 0.5-2.5 | 120 | 10-700 | 10 | 18.5 | 3100 | 2000 | 2200 |
| 12x3200 | 12 | 3200 | 0.5-2.5 | 120 | 10-700 | 8 | 18.5 | 3800 | 2000 | 2200 |
| 12x4000 | 12 | 4000 | 0.5-2.5 | 120 | 10-700 | 6 | 18.5 | 4600 | 2000 | 2250 |
| 12x5000 | 12 | 5000 | 0.5-2.5 | 120 | 10-800 | 5 | 22 | 5700 | 2100 | 2700 |
| 12x6000 | 12 | 6000 | 0.5-2.5 | 120 | 10-800 | 4 | 22 | 6700 | 2100 | 3000 |
| 16x2500 | 16 | 2500 | 0.5-2.5 | 120 | 10-700 | 8 | 18.5 | 3100 | 2100 | 2300 |
| 16x3200 | 16 | 3200 | 0.5-2.5 | 120 | 10-700 | 7 | 18.5 | 3800 | 2100 | 2400 |
| 16x4000 | 16 | 4000 | 0.5-2.5 | 120 | 10-700 | 6 | 22 | 4600 | 2100 | 2500 |
| 16x5000 | 16 | 5000 | 0.5-2.5 | 120 | 10-800 | 5 | 30 | 5700 | 2150 | 2700 |
| 16x6000 | 16 | 6000 | 0.5-2.5 | 120 | 10-800 | 4 | 37 | 6700 | 2150 | 2900 |
| 20x2500 | 20 | 2500 | 0.5-3 | 120 | 10-800 | 6 | 22 | 3100 | 2050 | 2400 |
| 20x3200 | 20 | 3200 | 0.5-3 | 120 | 10-800 | 5 | 22 | 3800 | 2150 | 2400 |
| 20x4000 | 20 | 4000 | 0.5-3 | 120 | 10-800 | 4 | 30 | 4600 | 2200 | 2800 |
| 20x5000 | 20 | 5000 | 0.5-3 | 120 | 10-900 | 4 | 37 | 5700 | 2300 | 2900 |
| 20x6000 | 20 | 6000 | 0.5-3 | 120 | 10-900 | 3 | 37 | 6700 | 2300 | 3100 |
| 25x2500 | 25 | 2500 | 0.5-3 | 120 | 10-900 | 5 | 37 | 3500 | 2250 | 2550 |
| 25x3200 | 25 | 3200 | 0.5-3 | 120 | 10-900 | 5 | 37 | 4000 | 2250 | 2550 |
| 25x4000 | 25 | 4000 | 0.5-3.5 | 120 | 10-900 | 3 | 37 | 4900 | 2300 | 3000 |
| 25x5000 | 25 | 5000 | 0.5-3.5 | 120 | 10-900 | 3 | 45 | 6100 | 2500 | 3100 |
| 25x6000 | 25 | 6000 | 0.5-3.5 | 120 | 10-900 | 3 | 45 | 7200 | 2600 | 3300 |
| 30x2500 | 30 | 2500 | 0.5-3.5 | 120 | 10-900 | 4 | 30 | 3400 | 2500 | 3000 |
| 30x3200 | 30 | 3200 | 0.5-3.5 | 120 | 10-900 | 3 | 37 | 4000 | 2600 | 3200 |
| 30x4000 | 30 | 4000 | 0.5-3.5 | 120 | 10-900 | 3 | 45 | 4600 | 2600 | 3400 |
Before investing in a shearing machine, it is crucial to understand the mechanical differences that affect your final product quality. While swing beam shears are common for light-gauge work, the LISTEN Hydraulic Guillotine Shear is the industrial standard for heavy-duty, high-precision metal fabrication.
| Feature | LISTEN Hydraulic Guillotine Shear | Standard Swing Beam Shear |
| Cutting Motion | Vertical / Straight Down (Vertical guides) | Pivoting / Arc Motion (Swing arm) |
| Cutting Angle | Adjustable (0.5° - 3.5°) | Fixed Cutting Angle |
| Edge Quality | Superior Squareness (No material distortion) | Slight bevel/twist on thicker plates |
| Thickness Capacity | Up to 30mm+ (Heavy-duty excellence) | Typically limited to 12mm - 16mm |
| Blade Life | 4 Cutting Edges per blade (Longer life) | Only 2 Cutting Edges per blade |
| Accuracy Control | CNC Auto-adjustment (Rake, Gap, Stroke) | Manual or simple NC adjustment |
| Stability | High rigidity with 4-point roller guiding | Lower rigidity due to pivot points |
Every LISTEN guillotine shear undergoes Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to eliminate stress points before manufacturing.
Zero Deformation: The integral welded frame is heat-treated to HRC 50+ to ensure long-term rigidity, allowing for consistent ±0.03mm backgauge positioning accuracy even after 200,000 cycles.
Variable Rake Angle Control: Our CNC system automatically adjusts the cutting angle based on material thickness, reducing "twist" and "bow" by up to 40% compared to fixed-angle shears.
The key difference lies in the cutting motion and structural rigidity. Our hydraulic guillotine shearing machine features a vertically descending upper blade guided by four precise posts, ensuring absolute parallelism and minimal angular deflection during the cut. This makes it superior for heavy-duty applications involving thick plates (over 10mm) and long lengths (over 3 meters), as it provides a straighter cut with less material distortion. Swing beam shears use a pivoting motion and are better suited for general-purpose, thinner plate cutting.
Absolutely.As one of the direct hydraulic guillotine manufacturers, we have the engineering and fabrication capability to build custom guillotine shearing machines beyond standard sizes. We can design and construct machines for cutting lengths of 8 meters, 10 meters, or more. This involves reinforced frame design, multi-cylinder hydraulic synchronization, and extended guideway systems. Discuss your maximum plate dimension and annual tonnage with our project engineers for a tailored solution.
The "best" system depends on your automation requirements and budget. At LISTEN, we equip our guillotine shear machines with three industry-leading CNC options:
Delem (Netherlands): The gold standard for high-end automation, offering seamless integration and advanced diagnostics.
Cybelec (Switzerland): Famous for its intuitive 2D graphical interface, making it easy for operators to visualize the cutting process.
ESTUN (China): A highly reliable and cost-effective choice for standard industrial tasks.
Note: All our CNC systems support automatic blade gap, rake angle, and backgauge adjustment, reducing setup time by up to 60%.
When cutting narrow strips from thick plates (over 10mm), the material tends to spiral or "twist" due to the shearing force.
The Solution: LISTEN offers an optional Hydraulic Anti-Twist Device. This system utilizes a series of hydraulic support cylinders positioned under the lower blade. These cylinders apply an upward counter-pressure that offsets the downward force of the upper blade.
The Benefit: It prevents the sheared strip from bowing or spiraling, ensuring that even narrow strips remain perfectly straight and ready for the next production step without secondary straightening.
Yes, but it requires the right tooling. Stainless steel has a much higher tensile strength than mild steel.
Premium Tooling: We equip our machines with high-hardness alloy blades (typically Cr12MoV or 6CrW2Si), which undergo specialized vacuum heat treatment for maximum wear resistance.
Pro Tip: When processing stainless steel, you must reduce the rated cutting capacity by approximately 50%. For example, a machine rated for 12mm mild steel is ideal for 6mm stainless steel. This prevents premature blade dulling and ensures a clean, burr-free edge.
For manual machines, you should check the gap every time you change material thickness. However, on our CNC-controlled guillotine shears, the system automatically calculates and adjusts the optimal blade gap based on your material input (thickness and type). This automated precision not only extends blade life but also ensures consistent cutting quality across different batches.
Safety laser protection on hydraulic shearing machine detect obstructions, instantly stopping operations to prevent accidents. They ensure operator safety, comply with regulations, and maintain productivity through real-time photoelectric monitoring.
The CNC system automates hydraulic shearing machines by controlling cutting length, position, angle, and blade gap, ensuring precise, consistent sheet metal cuts with improved efficiency and safety.
1. Fast & accurate back gauge modification
2. Shear angle adjustment
3. Manual blade gap adjustment
Hydraulic shearing machines achieve high efficiency with energy-saving motors, variable gear pumps, and optimized valve blocks, reducing idle consumption while maintaining precise cutting performance.
1. Highly Integrated Hydraulic Valve Block
2. Energy-efficient motors and gear pumps
LISTEN hydraulic shear blades are high-hardness alloy steel blades, heat-treated for wear resistance, used in industrial metal cutting with precision and durability. Available in varied configurations for hydraulic shearing blade.
Built with high-tensile steel monoblock welded frame, precision-engineered via FEA to eliminate structural vulnerabilities. Full-body quenching boosts hardness (HRC 50+), while integrated whole-machine welding ensures seamless rigidity. Stress-relieved and non-destructively tested, it delivers 100,000+ hours of service life and withstands 200,000-cycle fatigue validation for unwavering durability.
1. FEA & Stress Analysis
2. Full-body quenching treatment of the machine frame
3. Integral welded frame
The pneumatic sheet support system stabilizes metal sheets during shearing, adjusts via air pressure to prevent shifting/deflection, ensuring precise cuts and safe, efficient operation in hydraulic shears.
The CNC system in hydraulic shearing machines automates cutting parameter control, ensures ±0.05mm precision positioning, optimizes blade synchronization, enables real-time error correction, and integrates adaptive feedback for consistent high-quality cuts across diverse materials.
1. ESTUN CNC Control System
2. DELEM CNC Control System
3. Cybelec CNC Control System
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