Professional Desktop Vacuum Forming Machine for Versatile Applications

User-friendly desktop machine with the power and capability to form demanding shapes and materials.

Built-In Pump
The 508DT comes with a built-in vacuum pump and moulding release, so you don’t need an external vacuum source.

Maximised Forming Area
With a forming area of 19 x 17 inches and a maximum draw depth of 7.3 inches, the 508DT offers one of the largest spaces to work on for a desktop machine.

Heating Control
Energy-efficient quartz heaters with variable standby offer a rapid response, saving time and energy. Combined with four independently-controllable heating zones, the 508DT can easily form challenging shapes and materials.

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

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Key Features

• Safety Interlock — Mechanical interlock prevents table being raised whilst heaters are in forward position (all desktop machines).
• 20 Program Memory — 20 nameable memory presets enable convenient recall of settings for each application.
• PLC Control with 4" mono touch screen
• Vacuum & release - After the formed part has cooled, air is forced between the mould and the sheet to help it release.
• Vacuum Gauge — A visual indication of consistent vacuum pressure being applied (pressure in Hg / bar).
• 4 independently controllable heating zones — Quartz heaters with variable standby. Provide rapid heat response with a greater range of control to form challenging shapes and materials.

Technical Specifications

Why Choose the Formech 508DT?

The Formech 508DT Vacuum Former is the the perfect fi rst approach to vacuum forming. Easy to use, intuitive but yet very professional, they are the go-to models for creatives, hobbyists, students and chocolatiers.

Quiet and built-in vacuum system, energy efficient quartz heaters, safety interlock and Mono HMI operating interface for the bigger desktop models will help you achieve consistent formings.

Optional Extras for the Formech 508DT

Enhance your vacuum forming experience with these available upgrades and accessories designed specifically for the Formech 508DT.

• Reducing windows for the Formech 508DT/FS (5"x5"): Reduces forming area to utilize smaller sheets of material and minimize wastage.
• Reducing windows for the Formech 508DT/FS (11"x11"): Reduces forming area to utilize smaller sheets of material and minimize wastage.
• Starter pack of plastic for Formech 508DT: Assortment of material (HIPS, ABS, PETG) cut to size to fit your Formech vacuum forming machine.
  
  9x panels HIPS black 0.04"
  9x panels HIPS white 0.04"
  6x panels HIPS blue 0.06"
  6x panels HIPS red 0.06"
  6x panels HIPS yellow 0.06"
  6x panels ABS pinseal black 0.06"
  8x panels PETG 0.02"
• Recycled HIPS for Formech 508DT/FS: 100% recycled High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) sheets suitable for the Formech 508DT and Formech 508FS.
  
  - Gloss white/gloss white.
  - Thickness: 1.00mm/0.04".
  - Dimensions: 508x457mm/20x18".
  
  Pack includes 18 sheets.
• Seal Kit: 196.6" of top frame seal + 78.8" of platen seal + sealant (2.6oz). Can be used for Formech 450DT, 508DT, 508FS and 300X, 300XQ and 450.
• Reel feed holder for Formech 508DT and 508FS: Designed to fit the Formech 508DT and 508FS, this frame holds reels of plastic for customers requiring a continuous feed of material for thermoforming. It is not required for customers solely using sheets of plastic.
• Spare parts kit for Formech 508DT:
  A consumable parts kit including:
  
  - 1x FSQ 150W Quartz Element
  - 1x SQE 200W Quartz Element
  - 1x SQE 250W Quartz Element
  - 1x HSQ 125W Quartz Element
  - 2x Ceramic terminal Block
  - 2x Clamp adjuster nut M5 Black
  - 2x Toggle Clamp with Blue grip - assembled - Small
  - 2x Clamp Frame Grip Blue
  - 1x 508DT Seal Kit A (1x sealant, 196.9" length of seal 0.47"x0.16", 78.74" of 0.47"x0.32" seal strip)
  - 1x Pump Filter (In-line Large)
  - 1x 13A Fuse
  
• Spare Table Mesh for Formech 508DT/FS: Suitable for Formech 508DT and Formech 508FS models. Allows air to pass during thermoforming. Mesh size: 18.3” x 16.4”. The 508DT/FS is supplied with the appropriate table mesh but you can order a spare one here.
• 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