Formech 508DT vacuum former
Formech’s 508DT is a user-friendly desktop machine with the power and capability to form demanding shapes and materials.
Plug and Play
The 508DT comes with a built-in vacuum pump and moulding release, so you don’t need an external vacuum source. It’s a pure Plug and Play machine – just connect to a standard electrical socket.
Maximised Forming Area
With a forming area of 482x432mm and a maximum draw depth of 185mm, the 508DT offers one of the largest spaces to work on for a desktop machine.
Heating Control
Energy-efficient quartz heaters with variable standby offer a rapid response, saving time and energy. Combined with four independently-controllable heating zones, the 508DT can easily form challenging shapes and materials.
What's in the box?
You'll find an electric plug, a table mesh and a sample pack of plastic sheets.
Video Library
Watch our desktop models in action on our YouTube channel.
Free Guide for Schools
Download our Vacuum Forming Guide for the Classroom, which is full of hints, tips and helpful support to get the best out of vacuum forming in an educational setting.
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In Stock. Typical delivery time: 3-5 days after payment.
NB: The minimum material thickness is 0.4mm. To use a thinner material, please contact us to discuss sending a sample to test.
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Starting at
US$7,685.00
SKU: m03-01
Formech 508DT Features
Optional extras
508DT Technical specifications
Forming capacity
| Forming area | 482 x 432 mm |
| Sheet size | 508 x 457 mm |
| Max depth of draw | 185 mm |
| Max material thickness | 6 mm |
Dimensions
| Machine width | 739 mm |
| Machine height | 535 mm |
| Machine depth | 1394 mm |
| Machine weight | 104 kg |
Power
| Single phase power requirements | 208-204V / 13A |
| Power consumption (kW) | 3.2 |
Air
| Air requirements (PSI/bar) | |
| Operating interface | 3.8" Mono HMI |
| Vacuum pump type | Diaphgram |
| Pump flow (SCFM @ 0 in. / 60Hz) | 3 |
| Pump flow m3 /h @ 0mbar / 50Hz | 4.9 |
| Mould release method | Pump exhaust |
Heating
| Heater type | Quartz |
| Heating zones | 4 |
Case studies
See how Formech 508DT vacuum former has been used by our other customers
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