NorthStar Automatic Taper combines precision and innovation with the highest quality and durability to bring you great results every time. With critical parts precisely machined with billet aluminium, the NorthStar Automatic Taper is designed for durability, superior strength and greatly reducing taping time with easy to use features.
The new same glassy smooth feel as the ELITE Series, this standard taper holds up to a 500ft standard 2” tape roll with new one piece drive drum with split wheel paltes for a smoother roll. The tape runners and cable drum are hard anodised for a hard durable and corrosion resistant finish.
Critical parts: taper head, cover cap, drive dog holder, tape runners and cable drum are precision machined from billet aluminium (6061*T6) for superior strength, durability and corrosion resistance
All aluminium parts are anodised or finished with an exclusive chrome* look
Fingertip pull ring on the control tube for ease in reaching high joints
Smooth tube band configuration exclusive to NorthStar, which means there is no bottom band to hurt the hand
The plastic rollers run true and smooth because they are CNC machined from high impact Delrin
Extruded, one-piece bulkhead which is much stronger and more rigid, resulting in accurate drive shaft line up in the taper head, less wear, and smoother running
Tape runners and cable drum are hard anodised for a hard durable and corrosion-resistant finish
Side plates and creaser arms are constructed of stainless steel for strength
Stainless steel drive chains
Creaser chain and cutter chain are a leaf* style stainless steel chain
Adjustable paw roller systems let you run the tension you prefer and adjust for wear
Adjustable cutter spring system allows for tension adjustment and easy blade change adjustment
Open cutter spring system provides strength and allows for easy cleaning and lubrication
New split cover cap allows for easy cleaning and access to cable for quick replacement
Holds up to a 500 ft standard 2” tape roll
Cuts tape with a simple pull
Automatically feeds tape and mud simultaneously to reduce work time
5 year warranty - "Authorised Retailer"
Applies a metered amount of joint compound to the joint tape, places the tape on the wall, and cuts the tape to length. It is used on both flats and corners equally well.