MK8D Cigarette Making Machine
3,000 cigarettes per minute — proven reliability with modern automation.
Overview
The MARK 8D is a high-speed cigarette-making machine designed to produce up to 3,000 cigarettes per minute with exceptional consistency and reliability. Built on original Molins engineering principles, it is integrated with modern automation (Siemens PLC, VFD) to deliver superior performance. It features a hydraulic weight control unit, automatic bobbin changer with splice detection, and a centralized dust collection system. Engineered for facilities that value uptime, it delivers authentic Molins quality with modern enhancements.
Key Specifications
Full Technical Specifications
MK8D Cigarette Making Machine -- Complete specification details
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Production Capacity | 3,000 cigarettes/minute (70 mm) |
| Tobacco Rod Speed | 210 m/min (max) |
| Direction | Right to left |
| Cigarette Length Range | 45-80 mm |
| Cigarette Diameter Range | 5-9 mm |
| Power Supply | 415V, 3-Phase, 50 Hz |
| Power Requirement | 11 kW |
| Machine Dimensions | 3.0 m × 1.4 m × 1.4 m |
| Weight | Approx. 2,800 kg |
Features & Benefits
Hydraulic weight control unit with écréteur and adjustable end discs for precise density
Automatic bobbin changer with splice detection and rejection for continuous operation
Full suction enclosure ensures a dust-free operating environment
D-type single or dual-colour printer with bronzing unit for premium branding
Modern VFD speed control and PLC automation reduce maintenance and improve reliability
This Machine Is for You If...
You need high-speed medium-scale cigarette manufacturing for Tobacco Industry production
You're upgrading from manual processes to automated filter cigarette production
You need a machine that delivers hydraulic weight control unit with écréteur and adjustable end discs for precise density
How It Works
- 1
Prepared cut tobacco is metered by the feeder, which regulates flow for a consistent rod.
- 2
A continuously moving garniture tape gathers and shapes the tobacco into an endless rod of controlled diameter and density.
- 3
Cigarette paper is drawn in beneath the rod, forming a continuous paper-wrapped tube.
- 4
Seam adhesive is applied and the lap seam is sealed.
- 5
A rotating knife cuts the endless rod into individual cigarette lengths, which transfer to the catcher or plug assembler.
The MK8D descends from the Molins “Mark” series of cigarette makers, a lineage tracing back to the Molins Mk.1 of 1926. The Mark 8 became one of the world’s most widely installed and most rebuildable maker platforms — which is exactly why MOI, founded in 1960 as Molins of India, continues to build and refurbish machines on this proven design.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the MK8D make filter cigarettes on its own?
No — it forms the tobacco rod. Filters are attached separately by a coupled plug-assembling (tipping) unit such as a MAX assembler.
How does the MK8D differ from the MK9?
They share the same working principle; the MK9 is the higher-speed platform. The Mark-8 lineage is valued for its rebuildability and lower cost per machine.
Can it be paired with a plug assembler?
Yes. Mark-8-type makers are routinely run coupled to a filter/plug assembler to produce finished filter cigarettes.
Can it run different cigarette lengths?
Maker and assembler combinations in this family handle a range of standard lengths and circumferences via change parts. Confirm the supported range for your build with MOI.
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