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TF686

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Semi / Fully Automatic

Formech TF686 reel-fed vacuum former

The TF686 combines fully automated vacuum forming operation with a compact size and footprint.

Capable of operating autonomously using reel materials up to 1.8mm thick and 700mm wide, and sheet materials up to 6mm thick with a maximum size of 686x660mm, the TF686 is a highly versatile industrial machine for manufacturing, packaging and continuous thermoforming applications.

It comes with high-end features as standard, such as Plug Assist, pneumatic clamping, table, and heater drive with ceramic elements, cooling system, vacuum tank, safety light curtain, and an extensive range of options.

Ceramic heaters
Ceramic heaters are well suited for high volume production when heaters are engaged for long periods and constant temperature must be maintained.

Plug Assist including digitally controlled flow valve
Pneumatically-powered Plug Assist forces the heated material into tool cavities to increase the thickness of material at the bottom of the cavity.

Pneumatically powered hinged clamping frame
A pneumatically powered clamping system that provides powerful and effortless control.

What's included?

A table mesh
12mm push-in tube fitting on machine (connected to 1/2" BSP regulator)
3m x 12mm pipe supplied with 12mm push-in to 1/2" BSPT fitting
Approx. 5m Flying lead, with exposed conductor wires to connect to mains power box
Pneumatic Plug Assist
12 months warranty

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With so many options and accessories, Formech TF 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 8-10 weeks from payment.

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SKU: m13-01-1

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Formech TF686 reel-fed Features

Ceramic heaters

Vacuum & release

Vacuum & pressure gauges

PLC Control with 10" hi-res touch screen

FCV (Formech Cycle View) with 40 programme memory

16 independently controllable heating zones

Reel feed

Pre-stretch

Auto-level

Twin cooling fans

Vacuum receiver tank

Pneumatic table with speed regulator

Pneumatic heater drive

Table height adjust

Multi user pin access control

Pneumatically powered clamping frame (hinged)

Safety light curtain

Plug assist including digitally controlled flow valve

Heater / table interlock override

Illuminated view windows

Digitally controlled flow valve - vacuum

Oil filled rotary vane pump 18m3/h

12 months warranty

Optional extras

Customise your vacuum former

Negative gate for Formech TF686

Reducing windows for Formech TF686 (custom size)

Spray mist for Formech TF686

Cooling bolster for Formech TF686

Heating pyrometer for Formech TF686

Cooling pyrometer for Formech TF686

Upgrade to 26 heating zones for Formech TF686 (single heater)

Twin heater option for Formech TF686

Servo plug assist for Formech TF686

Upgrade cooling system for Formech TF686

Servo table for Formech TF686

Digitally controlled flow valve - pneumatic table (TF686)

Digitally controlled flow valve - pre-stretch & auto-level (TF686)

Digitally controlled flow valve - release (TF686)

Clear material sensing for Formech TF686

FA remote connectivity (FRC)

Spare parts kit for Formech TF686

Spare parts kit for Formech TF686-T

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Formech RP700 roller press

Digitally controlled flow valve - pneumatic plug (TF686)

TF686 Technical specifications

mm in

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	3677 mm
Machine height	2576 mm
Machine depth	2600 mm
Machine weight	1150 kg

Power

Power consumption (kW)	11
3 Phase power requirements	380-415V / 32A

Air

Air requirements (PSI/bar)	87 / 6
Operating interface	9.7" Colour HMI
Vacuum pump type	Oil filled rotary vane pump
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	Ceramic
Heating zones	16

Fully-automatic Formech machine features and specifications are subject to change without notice as part of our continual product development program

Case studies

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