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The HD686 is perfect for semi-automated manufacturing and industrial production lines for small to mid-size items, offering an alternative sized sheet to the HD750.
The machine comes with high-end features as standard, such as the pneumatic clamping, table, and heater drive with quartz elements, cooling system, vacuum tank, safety light curtain, and remote connectivity, and an extensive range of options.
Designed for a sheet size of 686x600mm, the HD686 has a maximum draw depth of 350mm and a maximum material thickness of 6mm.
Pneumatically powered hinged clamping frame
A pneumatically powered clamping system that provides powerful and effortless control.
Pneumatic heater drive
Heavy duty pneumatically-powered heater travel provides precise and rapid heater deployment, whilst a braking system prevents element damage.
Digitally controlled flow valve
The digitally controlled flow valve allows the user to set the flow more accurately.
What's included?
- A table mesh
- 12mm push-in tube fitting on machine (connected to 1/2" BSP regulator)
- 3m x 12mm air connection pipe with 12mm push-in to 1/2" BSPT fitting
- Approx. 5m flying lead, with exposed conductor wires to connect to mains power box
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With so many options and accessories, Formech HD Series vacuum forming machines can be configured in multiple ways. We will advise on the right set-up for your products and projects, run tests on your tooling and materials, then create a bespoke quote based on your requirements and needs. Typical delivery time is 10-12 weeks from payment.
NB: The minimum material thickness is 0.25mm/0.009843 inches. To use a thinner material, please contact us to discuss sending a sample to test.
Starting at
$68,500.00
SKU: m09-01-2
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Formech HD686 (US spec) Features
Optional extras
HD686 Technical specifications
Forming capacity
Forming area | 647 x 622 mm |
Sheet size | 686 x 660 mm |
Max depth of draw | 350 mm |
Max material thickness | 6 mm |
Dimensions
Machine width | 1673 mm |
Machine height | 2440 mm |
Machine depth | 2600 mm |
Machine weight | 750 kg |
Power
USA – 3 phase power requirements | 208-240 / 40A |
Power consumption (kW) | 11 |
Air
Air requirements (PSI/bar) | 87 / 6 |
Operating interface | 9.7" Colour HMI |
Vacuum pump type | Oil filled rotary vane |
Pump flow (SCFM @ 0 in. / 60Hz) | 15.9 |
Pump flow m3 /h @ 0mbar / 50Hz | 23.5 |
Mould release method | External air supply |
Heating
Heater type | Quartz |
Heating zones | 16 |
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Upgrade to 26 heating zones for Formech HD686 (single heater)
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Upgrade cooling system for Formech HD686
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Servo plug assist for Formech HD686
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Servo table for Formech HD686
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Digitally controlled flow valve - pneumatic plug (HD686)
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Digitally controlled flow valve - pneumatic table (HD686)
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Digitally controlled flow valve - pre-stretch & auto-level (HD686)
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Digitally controlled flow valve - release (HD686)
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Clear material sensing for Formech HD686
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Clear material sensing for Formech HD686 (bottom heater)
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