No Electricity Required
Suitable for packing stations where power is unavailable or an electric dispenser is unnecessary.
Manual water-activated tape dispenser
The Phoenix M1 is a hand-operated dispenser for measuring, moistening and cutting water-activated paper tape used to seal corrugated cartons.
No electrical connection is needed. Pull the handle to dispense up to 30 inches of tape in one stroke, or use multiple strokes for longer strips. The M1 accommodates 1½- to 3-inch-wide tape.

The go anywhere tape dispenser!
Machine features
The M1 provides measured tape dispensing without a motor, electronic keypad or photo-eye sensor.
Suitable for packing stations where power is unavailable or an electric dispenser is unnecessary.
Dispense up to 30 inches in a single handle stroke; use additional pulls when a longer strip is needed.
Works with common widths of water-activated paper tape, including reinforced gummed tape.
Brushes wet the tape adhesive as it passes through the dispensing mechanism.
A steel body with a baked-enamel finish is designed for use in packaging work areas.
The top provides space for frequently used packing tools such as markers and carton knives.
How it works
Load the appropriate roll of water-activated tape, fill the water bottle and prepare the moistening system as directed in the operator instructions. Pull the handle to advance the desired length, release to cut, then apply the moistened strip to the carton.
The M1 is an option for lower-volume packaging stations and operations that prefer mechanical dispensing. If you need an electric machine with selectable lengths, compare the Phoenix E1 or the hands-free Phoenix E2.
Technical details
The dispensing length, tape-width range and construction details are published by the manufacturer. Additional legacy specifications are identified separately.
| Operation | Manual handle |
|---|---|
| Electrical Requirement | None |
| Tape Width | 1½ to 3 inches |
| Dispensing Length | Up to 30 inches per pull; multiple pulls for longer lengths |
| Construction | Steel body with baked-enamel finish |
| Moistening System | Double brushes |
| Water Bottle (original site) | 1 liter |
| Shipping Weight (original site) | 22 lb |
Dimensions are omitted pending verification. The M1 is a manual dispenser; it does not have the electric top heater used on some other Phoenix models.
Documentation and service
Find manufacturer-issued instructions, M-Series parts information and maintenance videos.
Explore interactive diagrams and identify replacement parts by machine area.
View illustrated M1 parts →Find the manufacturer's Phoenix M1 unpacking and setup video.
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