Pouch laminator · Formax
Formax FlashGuard 18R6
Maximum width: Up to 18" (457 mm) · Speed: Up to 47" per minute (1,200 mm/min)
Listed on the manufacturer's website (source, as of Oct 18, 2026)
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Specifications
| Brand | Formax |
|---|---|
| Model | FlashGuard 18R6 |
| Type | Pouch laminator |
| Type | Pouch laminator (hot and cold) |
| Maximum width | Up to 18" (457 mm) |
| Speed | Up to 47" per minute (1,200 mm/min) |
| Maximum pouch thickness | Up to 14 mil (350 mic) |
| Maximum laminating thickness | Up to .118" (3 mm) |
| Rollers | 6 |
| Temperature | Up to 320 °F (160 °C); variable temperature and speed; 2 memory settings |
| Warm-up | 6 minutes |
| Power | 1,500 W, 110-120 V, 50/60 Hz, 15 A |
| Dimensions | 27" L × 10.6" D × 5" H (690 × 271 × 112 mm) |
| Weight | 44 lb (20 kg) |
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