Formax FD 6406 Standard 4 Folder & Inserter
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Formax FD 6406 Standard 4 Folder & Inserter
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Product Specifications
| Product Name | Formax FD 6406 Special 3F Folder & Inserter |
| Manufacturer | Formax |
| Model | FD 6406-Special 3F |
| 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 Special Feeders and 1 High Capacity Document Feeder with 325 and 725 sheet capacity respectively |
| 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 Standard 4 Folder Inserter
- Four-station configuration with four fully automatic standard feeders
- Each feeder holds up to 325 sheets, supporting balanced mid-volume production
- 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 quick recall of recurring applications
- Electromechanical double document detection ensures accurate inserting and document integrity
- High-capacity vertical output stacker holds up to 500 finished envelopes
The Formax FD 6406 Standard 4 Folder Inserter is designed for mid-volume mailing environments that require consistent performance and dependable automation. Capable of producing up to 4,000 envelopes per hour, it integrates folding and inserting into a single continuous workflow that reduces manual handling and improves processing efficiency. The four standard feeders allow multi-page document sets to be collated accurately before insertion, making it well suited for transactional and business mail. Cascade mode supports uninterrupted operation by allowing feeders to take over automatically during longer production runs.
The Formax FD 6406 Standard 4 Folder Inserter is equipped with an intuitive touchscreen interface that simplifies setup and daily operation. AutoSet functionality minimizes operator involvement by automatically configuring key job parameters once documents and envelopes are loaded. Finished envelopes are delivered neatly to the vertical output stacker, maintaining correct order for downstream handling. Energy-saving eco mode and advanced document detection contribute to reliable, user-friendly performance in busy office and mailroom environments.
Recommendation & WarrantyThe FD 6406 Standard 4 is capable of inserting and folding with ease and efficiency. This mid volume inserter is ideal for medium offices that will make mailing operations easiest task on the list. The machine is backed with 90-day warranty on parts 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
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