{"product_id":"formech-686-vacuum-former-single-phase-us-spec","title":"Formech 686 vacuum former (Single phase - US spec)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container-fluid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Title --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12 text-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFormech 686 Floor-Standing Vacuum Former\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eMakes Light Work of the Most Demanding Applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg width=\"400px\" height=\"400px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2979\/files\/686_vacuum_former.jpg?v=1746471845\" alt=\"Formech 686 Vacuum Former\" class=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Overview --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandle Demanding Applications with Ease\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFormech 686 Vacuum Former\u003c\/strong\u003e is a versatile machine that is ideal for prototyping, product development, small-scale manufacturing, and light industrial applications. Its compact floor-standing design optimizes workspace without compromising on functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePneumatic table\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLift the tool table quickly and precisely for effortless operation, even with heavy tools. Twin controls avoid accidental activation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEase of Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntuitive colour touchscreen interface and 20 nameable pre-sets provide ultimate user convenience and ease of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum flow regulator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrecisely regulate vacuum flow rate when a greater level of control is required with demanding applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith the 686, you'll find Approx. 5m flying lead, with exposed conductor wires to connect to mains power box, 3m x 12mm air connection pipe with 12mm push-in to 3\/8\" BSPT fitting, and a table mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Key Features Section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum \u0026amp; Release\u003c\/strong\u003e — After the formed part has cooled, air is forced between the mould and the sheet to help it release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum Gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e — A visual indication of consistent vacuum pressure being applied (pressure in Hg \/ bar).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 Program Memory\u003c\/strong\u003e — 20 nameable memory presets enable convenient recall of settings for each application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 Independently Controllable Heating Zones\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provide rapid heat response with a greater range of control to form challenging shapes and materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto-level\u003c\/strong\u003e — Avoids material sag during the heating cycle and maintains an even distance between heater and sheet whilst providing the user with an audible indication the material is ready to form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-stretch\u003c\/strong\u003e — Pre-stretch enables the user to pump air into the heated sheet, creating a bubble to avoid thinning of material with deeper tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Product Specs --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-bordered table-striped\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" class=\"text-center\"\u003eForming Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eForming Area\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.4 x 24.4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSheet Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27 x 26 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Depth of Draw\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Material Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" class=\"text-center\"\u003eMachine Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37.8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45.9 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDepth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e76.1 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e573.2 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" class=\"text-center\"\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSingle Phase Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e208-240V \/ 40A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" class=\"text-center\"\u003eAir System\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAir Requirements (PSI\/bar)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e87 \/ 6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating Interface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.3\" Colour HMI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVacuum Pump Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry rotary vane pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePump flow (SCFM @ 0 in. \/ 60Hz)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 SCFM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePump flow m3 \/h @ 0mbar \/ 50Hz\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 m³\/h\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMould Release Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal air supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\" class=\"text-center\"\u003eHeating System\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeater Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuartz Heater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeating Zones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Optional Extras Section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOptional Extras for the Formech 686\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhance your vacuum forming experience with these available upgrades and accessories designed specifically for the Formech 686.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-group\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"list-group-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/reducing-windows-for-formech-686-10-5x10-5\"\u003eReducing Windows (10.5\"x10.5\")\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces forming area to utilize smaller sheets of material and minimize wastage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"list-group-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vacuum-tank-package-for-formech-686\"\u003eVacuum Tank Package\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vacuum tank (104 L) to provides instant stored vacuum, for high demanding materials and shortening cycle times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"list-group-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/cooling-fan-system-for-formech-686\"\u003eCooling Fan System\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overhead gantry and 550W fan to cool formed material and shorten cycles times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"list-group-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/starter-pack-of-plastic-for-formech-686\"\u003eStarter Pack of Plastic\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assortment of material (HIPS, ABS, PETG) cut to size to fit your Formech vacuum forming machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"list-group-item\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/spare-parts-kit-for-formech-686\"\u003eTool Kits and Consumables\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep your forming station stocked with essentials like release agents, cleaning supplies, and replacement parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Formech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67670024257721,"sku":"m05-01-us","price":24800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/0055\/5961\/files\/686vacuumformer.jpg?v=1791471714","url":"https:\/\/thefixationstation.com\/products\/formech-686-vacuum-former-single-phase-us-spec","provider":"The Fixation Station","version":"1.0","type":"link"}