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Formax  |  SKU: FD 6406-Special 4

Formax FD 6406 Special 4 Folder & Inserter

$39,695.00 $49,618.75
2 Standard Feed and 2 Special Stations, Process 60,000 Pieces/month, Total Feed Capacity of 1,300 sheets

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Product Specifications
Product Name Formax FD 6406 Special 4 Folder & Inserter
Manufacturer Formax
Model FD 6406-Special 4
Envelope Hopper Capacity (Envelopes) 325
Setup Autoset, one-touch setup
Speed (Pieces/hr) 4000
Duty Cycle (Pieces/month) 60,000
Vertical Stacker Capacity (Filled Envelopes) 500
Max. sheet Size 3.5” - 14” L x 5.1” - 9” W
Envelope Size 6.3” - 9.7” L x 3.5” - 6.3” W
Power Supply (Volts) 100 Volts
Programmable Fold Applications 50
Fold Types C, Half, Z, Double Parallel, no fold
Double Feed Detection Yes
Feed Stations w/ Sheet Capacity 2 Standard and 2 Special Feed Stations with 325 sheet capacity each
Optional Accessories Short Feed Trays, Production Feeders, CIS Scanner, OMR, BCR and OCR, Side Exit Tray, Custom Cabinets and 402 Series Joggers
Dimensions (H”xW”xD”) 65” L x 32” H x 16.5” D
Weight 242 lbs
Product Description:

Features of the Formax FD 6406 Special 4 Folder Inserter
  • Four-station configuration with two standard feeders and two special feeders
  • Processes up to 4,000 finished envelopes per hour with a monthly duty cycle of 60,000 pieces
  • 7 inch full-color touchscreen with graphical interface and paper and envelope presence indicators
  • AutoSet technology automatically adjusts paper length, fold type, and envelope size
  • Stores up to 50 programmable jobs for fast recall of recurring applications
  • High-capacity vertical output stacker holds up to 500 finished envelopes
Performance of the Formax FD 6406 Special 4 Folder Inserter

The Formax FD 6406 Special 4 Folder Inserter is designed for mid-volume mailing environments that require flexibility in document feeding and consistent performance. Capable of producing up to 4,000 envelopes per hour, it integrates folding and inserting into a single workflow that reduces manual handling and improves operational efficiency. The combination of standard and special feeders allows accurate collation of multi-page document sets while supporting varied job requirements. Cascade mode enables continuous processing by allowing feeders to take over automatically during longer production runs.

The Formax FD 6406 Special 4 Folder Inserter is equipped with intuitive controls that simplify setup and daily operation. AutoSet functionality reduces setup time by automatically configuring key job parameters, while special feeders allow manual adjustment for unique applications. Finished envelopes are delivered neatly to the vertical output stacker, supporting efficient downstream handling and maintaining output order. Energy-saving eco mode and advanced document detection contribute to reliable, user-friendly operation in busy office and mailroom environments.

Recommendation & Warranty

The 6406 Special 4 is an ideal device for medium traffic of folding and inserting. The inserter is backed with 90-day warranty on parts and wearables and labor for ensuring customer satisfaction. If your workplace requires an efficient and reliable device that can handle mid volume with ease then 6406 Special 4 is what you need.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: For how long am i entitled to warranty?

A: The Formax 6406 series comes with a 90-day warranty on parts excluding wearables and labor.

Q: What is a job?

A: If there is a certain type of mail set that reoccurs a lot then you can save it as a job for instant use.

Q: How many jobs can my 6406 series can save?

A: The 6406 can save up to 50 programmable jobs for frequent use.

Q: My envelopes are double fed, what should i do?

A: This may happen when the envelopes not placed properly in the hopper. Check and replace if needed.

Q: What fold types are supported by the 6406 series?

A: The fold types supported by the 6406 series is C, Half, Z, Double Parallel and no fold

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