Formax FD 6406 Special 5F Folder & Inserter
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Product Specifications
| Product Name | Formax FD 6406 Special 5F Folder & Inserter |
| Manufacturer | Formax |
| Model | FD 6406-Special 5F |
| 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 and 1 High Capacity Feed Stations with 725 sheet capacity |
| 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 5F Folder Inserter
- Five-station configuration with two special feeders, two standard feeders, and one high-capacity document feeder
- Processes up to 4,000 finished envelopes per hour with a monthly duty cycle of 60,000 pieces
- Standard and special feeders hold up to 325 sheets each, with a high-capacity feeder supporting extended runs
- 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 for faster setup
- Stores up to 50 programmable jobs for quick recall of recurring applications
- High-capacity vertical output stacker holds up to 500 finished envelopes in correct order
The Formax FD 6406 Special 5F Folder Inserter is designed for mid-volume mailing operations that require flexible feeding options and reliable automation. Capable of producing up to 4,000 envelopes per hour, it combines folding and inserting into a single continuous workflow that reduces manual handling and improves turnaround time. The five-feeder configuration supports efficient collation of multi-page document sets, while cascade mode enables uninterrupted production during longer processing runs. AutoSet functionality minimizes setup time by automatically configuring key job parameters as documents and envelopes are loaded.
The Formax FD 6406 Special 5F Folder Inserter is equipped with a user-friendly touchscreen interface that simplifies daily operation and job changes. While standard and high-capacity feeders adjust automatically, special feeders allow manual control for unique or non-standard applications. Finished envelopes are delivered neatly to the vertical output stacker, supporting efficient downstream handling. Energy-saving eco mode and advanced document detection contribute to dependable, user-friendly performance in busy office and mailroom environments.
Recommendation & WarrantyThe 6406 Special 5F inserter is strong and efficient so that they are the perfect choice for mid volume solution in a work place. The Formax FD 6406 Special 5F inserter is backed by 90-day warranty on parts excluding wearables and labor to ensure customer satisfaction.
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




