Cable Pre-Shredder
MACHTEK ECO 250
Heavy-duty single shaft pre-shredder designed as the first stage in cable recycling lines. Roughly cuts and reduces the size of mixed cables before feeding into a granulator. Robust construction with hydraulic ram pusher and replaceable cutting knives for long service intervals.
Capacityup to 250 kg/h
Motor power22 kW
Rotor typeSingle shaft
Max inputup to 80 mm




Technical Specifications
| Model | MACHTEK ECO 250 |
|---|---|
| Type | Single shaft cable pre-shredder |
| Capacity | up to 250 kg/h (depending on cable type) |
| Input material | Copper & aluminium cables, wiring harnesses, communication cables |
| Max input diameter | 80 mm |
| Output size | 20–40 mm (adjustable via screen) |
| Main motor | 22 kW |
| Hydraulic pusher | Yes, automatic |
| Rotor | Single shaft with replaceable knives |
| Number of knives | 12 rotating + 2 stationary |
| Voltage | 400 V, 50 Hz, 3-phase |
| Hopper opening | 600 × 400 mm |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 1800 × 1200 × 1600 mm |
| Weight | approx. 1800 kg |
| Control system | PLC with auto-reverse on overload |
Materials & Applications
- Mixed copper and aluminium cables up to 80 mm diameter
- Automotive wiring harnesses
- Communication and data cables
- Armoured cables (pre-cut to length)
- First-stage size reduction before cable granulators (RECO series)
Key Features
- Automatic hydraulic ram pusher for consistent feeding
- Auto-reverse function on overload to prevent jams
- Replaceable hardened steel knives for extended service life
- Interchangeable screens for adjustable output size
- Heavy-duty gearbox rated for continuous industrial operation
- Low noise and dust emission design
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Pairs with
Recommended Granulators
Combine the ECO 250 pre-shredder with a MACHTEK cable granulator for a complete recycling line.

MACHTEK RECO 200
Compact cable granulator with automatic dry separation.
- 150–300 kg/h
- 28 kW total power
- 99.9% metal purity
MACHTEK RECO 300
Compact cable granulator for start-up recyclers.
- Up to 300 kg/h
- 22 kW main motor
- 99%+ metal purity
MACHTEK RECO 800
High-capacity granulator for professional operations.
- Up to 800 kg/h
- 45 kW main motor
- 99.3%+ metal purity
