The NorthStar Elite Automatic Drywall Taper differs from the NorthStar Standard Taper in the following ways:
- New split cover cap allows for easy cleaning and access to cable for quick replacement;
- Quick release tape spool keeper for quick and easy change of tape rolls;
- Isolated creaser bracket for smoother creaser action, reducing drag;
- Hard black anodized head and drive wheel;
Also features:
- Precision one piece drive wheel with split wheel plates for a smoother roll, allowing you to change wheel plates without removing the wheel drum.
- Adjustable paw roller ("clicker") lets 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;
- Side plates and creaser arms are constructed out of stainless steel for strength;
- Creaser chain and cutter chain are a leaf*style stainless steel chain;
- Critical parts: taper head, cover cap, tape runners, drive wheel, and cable drum are precision machined from billet aluminum (6061*T6) for superior strength, AND hard black anodized for added durability and corrosion resistance;