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Formax FD 1 family: 2 variants compared
Formax FD 1506, Formax FD 1606 are sold as closely related variants. Their spec sheets share most details, so we list them side by side here. Rows highlighted below are where the sourced specifications differ: Fold setting.
Specifications by variant
| Spec | Formax FD 1506 | Formax FD 1606 |
|---|---|---|
| Model | FD 1506 | FD 1606 |
| Type | Mid-volume desktop pressure sealer | Mid-volume desktop pressure sealer |
| Speed | Up to 100 forms per minute (11" Z fold) | Up to 100 forms per minute (11" Z fold) |
| Monthly duty cycle | Up to 35,000 | Up to 35,000 |
| Feed capacity | Up to 200 forms (20#) | Up to 200 forms (20#) |
| Form size | Up to 8.5" W × 14" L | Up to 8.5" W × 14" L |
| Fold types | Z, C, uneven Z and C, half, custom | Z, C, uneven Z and C, half, custom |
| Fold setting | Manual, pre-marked fold plates; color touchscreen | Automatic fold plates; stores 3 custom jobs; color touchscreen |
| Dimensions | 24" L × 17" W × 13" H | 24" L × 17" W × 13" H |
| Weight | 81 lb | 81 lb |
| Electrical | FD model 120 V AC 50/60 Hz; FE model 220 V AC 50/60 Hz | FD model 120 V AC 50/60 Hz; FE model 220 V AC 50/60 Hz |
| Certifications | UL, CE, cUL | UL, CE, cUL |
Values are copied from each variant's sourced spec page. “n/a” or “not stated” means the source didn't state it; we don't estimate.
How to choose between them
Start with the highlighted rows. If they don't matter for how you'll use the machine, the variants are interchangeable on paper, and availability can decide. Each variant's own page keeps its sources, supplies and track record.
Where to buy each variant
Formax FD 1506
Formax FD 1606
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