The SHUFFLESTAR shuffle machine is a versatile, ergonomic card shuffler built for multi-deck games like Blackjack, Casino War, and Baccarat. It features SAFE-SHOE integration, connectivity to Baccarat displays, real-time card inventory tracking, and misfeed detection to prevent jams. Designed to boost casino efficiency, it delivers more hands per hour and reduces dealer errors, ensuring smooth gameplay.
Supports:
- Blackjack (4 to 8 decks), Casino War, and Face-Up Baccarat
- Compatible with plastic or paper playing cards
The One2Six OTS and Shuffle Star card shufflers differ significantly in their internal mechanisms, though both serve to shuffle and dispense cards efficiently. Here’s a breakdown:
One2Six OTS (One Touch Shuffler)
• Mechanism:
• Uses a mechanical wheel with slots that grab cards one by one from a stack.
• Each slot can hold a single card, which is then released into the buffer (or dispensing area) when required.
• Cards are “cycled” through the system to maintain a randomized order.
• Primarily designed for fewer decks (up to 6).
• Primary Advantage:
• Simplicity and efficiency for small to medium deck setups.
• Works well for standard table games like blackjack.
Shuffle Star
• Mechanism:
• Operates using a continuous shuffle system, leveraging advanced motorized belts and rollers to handle up to 8 decks at once.
• Cards are fed into a central randomizing chamber, where they are mixed in a non-linear pattern to achieve a higher degree of randomness.
• The shuffle star can keep shuffling unused cards while dispensing others to maintain a continuous shuffle.
• Primary Advantage:
• Handles larger deck setups seamlessly (common for baccarat or high-capacity games).
• Its design reduces card wear and provides a smoother shuffle.
Key Difference in Mechanism:
• OTS: Relies on a slot-wheel system, which is relatively simpler but suited for fewer decks and less intensive shuffle needs.
• Shuffle Star: Utilizes belt-and-roller technology to support higher capacities and more advanced shuffling, offering a continuous shuffle.
Which Is Better?
It depends on the application. If you need a shuffler for up to 6 decks and want simplicity, the OTS works great. For larger games requiring 8 decks and a continuous shuffle, the Shuffle Star is a superior choice.