Waste tires are tough to break down. For recyclers, the first and most critical step is removing the sidewalls. Why? Because separating the sidewall makes the rest of the tire easier to handle, cut, and process. That’s where a tire sidewall cutter (also known as a tire ring cutter or tire sidewall cutting machine) comes into play.
Why do we need the tire sidewall cutter?
Removing the sidewall is essential in modern tire recycling for three main reasons:
- Releases Steel Beads
The sidewall contains a thick steel wire ring, which must be separated before further shredding. A dedicated cutter makes this easy and safe. - Improves Downstream Efficiency
After sidewall removal, the remaining tire body (crown) is easier to slice into strips and blocks using a tire strip cutting machine or tire block cutter. - Protects Machinery
Cutting the ring off first reduces wear and tear on shredders, grinders, and crushing equipment — saving time, blades, and maintenance costs.

Key Specifications of Shuliy tire sidewall cutter for sale
Our tire sidewall cutter is engineered to deliver clean, precise cuts with minimal effort. It’s the ideal entry-point machine for any semi-automatic tire recycling line or standalone tire processing setup
- Motor Power: 4+0.75 kW
- क्षमता: About 40 tires/h
- Max Tire Size: Supports passenger, truck, etc. tires(<1200 mm)
- Cutting Diameter: Adjustable ring fixture for different sizes
- Blade Material: Hardened alloy steel, regrindable
- Structure: Compact footprint, safety cover included


What makes Our tire sidewall cutting machine stand out?
- Customizable Clamping Fixture: Adaptable to various tire sizes
- Easy Operation: Simple, safe, fast
- Built for Heavy Use: Handles steel-belted radial tires with ease
- Low Energy Consumption: Efficient motor with high torque
- Safe and Stable: Enclosed cutting area with anti-slip base design


How Does the Tire ring cutter work?
The working process of the tire sidewall cutter are as follows:
- Place the tire horizontally on the rotating platform
- Adjust the ring position with the clamping arm
- Engage the cutting blade — one smooth rotation cuts through the sidewall
- Remove the sidewall cleanly and prepare for next step

Applications of the tire side wall cutting machine
Our tire sidewall cutter can be widely used by:
- Tire recycling plants
- Rubber powder and granule manufacturers
- Municipal waste processors
- Small and medium-sized tire reclaiming workshops
Starting with a clean sidewall cut is the key to reliable downstream processing.
Complete Recycling Line Integration
Pair this machine with:
- 🔗 Tire Strip Cutting Machine – Cut the remaining tire body into strips
- 🔗 Tire Block Cutter – Further reduce to uniform blocks
- 🔗 Semi-Automatic Tire Recycling Line – Modular, scalable recycling workflow
Start your tire recycling business!
Looking for a cost-effective way to start your tire recycling process? Our tire sidewall cutting machine offers durability, efficiency, and clean results from the very first cut. Contact us now for a customized quote and technical support!