Compact Powerhouse for Precision Forming

The Formech 300DT Desktop Vacuum Former delivers professional-grade results in a compact size. Designed for product designers, engineers, educators, and small manufacturers, the 300DT offers a fast, intuitive vacuum forming experience without compromising on power or precision.

Ideal for rapid prototyping, packaging, custom molds, and more — the 300DT blends performance with simplicity in one sleek machine.

Plug and Play
Compared with other compact machines on the market, the 300DT comes with a built-in vacuum pump and moulding release, so you don’t need an external vacuum source. It’s a pure Plug and Play machine – just connect to a standard electrical socket.

Ease of Use
The 300DT features a number of controls and displays as standard, such as a mechanical safety interlock to prevent the table being raised while heaters are in the forward position (especially important for schools), release air to ease the mould’s release from the forming, and a digital timer with programmable countdown and audible alarm.

What's in the box?
With the 300DT, you'll find an electric plug, a table mesh and a sample pack of plastic sheets.

Free Guide for Schools
Download our Vacuum Forming Guide for the Classroom, which is full of hints, tips and helpful support to get the best out of vacuum forming in an educational setting.

Key Features

• Safety Interlock — Mechanical interlock prevents table being raised whilst heaters are in forward position (all desktop machines).
• Digital Timer — Precision control over heating cycles for consistent results.
• Quartz Heaters — Rapid heat-up for faster cycle times and energy efficiency.
• Vacuum & release - After the formed part has cooled, air is forced between the mould and the sheet to help it release.
• Vacuum Gauge — Real-time vacuum monitoring ensures optimal forming pressure.
• Built-in Vacuum Pump — Compact, powerful, and ready for immediate operation.
• Material Clamp System — Securely holds various sheet materials for flawless forming.

Technical Specifications

Why Choose the Formech 300DT?

If you're looking for a desktop vacuum forming solution that offers professional performance with minimal footprint, the 300DT is the perfect choice. Whether you're prototyping, creating packaging molds, or producing small batch products, this machine delivers exceptional repeatability, reliability, and ease of use.

Optional Extras for the Formech 300DT

Enhance your vacuum forming experience with these available upgrades and accessories designed specifically for the Formech 300DT.

• Reducing windows (5"x5"): Reduces forming area to utilize smaller sheets of material and minimize wastage.
• Spare parts kit (120V version): A consumable parts kit including: 1x FSQ 225W Quartz Element 120V, 1x FSQ 250W Quartz Element 120V, 1x Ceramic Terminal Block, 1x Seal Kit (1 x sealant, 196.9" length of 0.47"x0.16" seal strip), 2x Clamp Frame Grip Blue, x2 Clamp adjuster nut M5 Blk, 2x Toggle Clamp with Blue grip - assembled - small, 1x Pump Filter (In-line Large), 1x Ceramic Fuse (13A)
• Seal Kit: 196.9" of seal for top frame and platen + sealant (2.6oz).
• Material Starter Pack: Assortment of material (HIPS, ABS, PETG) cut to size to fit your Formech vacuum forming machine.
  
  10x Black Gloss/Matt HIPS 0.04"
  10x White Gloss/Matt HIPS 0.04"
  30x Mix Colour Gloss/Matt HIPS 0.06"1 (blue red yellow)
  10x Black Pinseal ABS 0.06"
  16x Clear PETG 0.02"
• Spare Table Mesh: Allows air to pass during thermoforming. The 300DT is supplied with the appropriate table mesh but you can order a spare one here. Mesh size: 10.6” x 8.6”.
• Formech FLB500 line bender (120V US spec)
• Formech FLB1000 line bender (120V US spec)
• Spare Table Mesh: Allows air to pass during thermoforming. The 300DT is supplied with the appropriate table mesh but you can order a spare one here. Mesh size: 10.6” x 8.6”.
• Recycled HIPS for Formech 300DT: 100% recycled high impact polystyrene sheets suitable for the Formech 300DT.
  - Gloss white/gloss white.
  - Thickness 1.00mm/0.04".
  - Dimensions 300x250mm/12x10".
  
  Pack includes 20 sheets.
• PETG for Formech 300DT (1.00mm/0.04") - 32 panels: Polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG) is a synthetic thermoplastic polyester that's commonly used in manufacturing. It is durable, impact resistant, and has good chemical resistance. It's also flame-resistant and food-safe.
  
  PETG is easy to vacuum form because of its low forming temperatures. It can also be heat bent, routed, and die cut.
  
  This pack of 32 clear PETG panels is suitable for the Formech 300DT:
  - Thickness: 1.00mm/0.04".
  - Dimensions: 300x250mm/12x10".
• Formech Universal Desktop Trolley: A sturdy and ergonomic stand designed to perfectly support Formech’s desktop vacuum forming machines. Has locking wheels and convenient storage for plastic sheets.

Compare Formech Desktop Vacuum Formers

Technical Specs	300DT	450DT	508DT
Forming Area (inches)	11 x 9	17 x 11	19 x 17
Sheet Size (inches)	12 x 10	18 x 12	20 x 18
Max Depth of Draw / Max Tool Height (inches)	5.3	6.3	7.3
Max Material Thickness (inches)	0.15	0.25	0.25
Heater Type	Quartz
Heating Zones	1	4	4
Width (inches)	17.9	25.2	28.4
Height (inches)	14	20.7	21.2
Depth (inches)	29.4	38.8	54.9
Weight (lbs)	59.4	165	220
Single Phase Voltage / Full Load Current	110–120V / 10.5A	110–120V / 14.5A	208–240V / 14.8A
Power Consumption	1.2kW	1.6kW	3.4kW
Air Requirement	n/a	n/a	✔
Operating Interface	Analog	3.8" Mono HMI
Vacuum Pump Type	Diaphragm
Pump Flow (SCFM @ 0 in. / 60Hz)	1.7	3.0	3.0
Pump Flow (m³/h @ 0mbar / 50Hz)	2.4	4.9	4.9
Mould Release Method	Pump Exhaust