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Formax FD 6608 Series Folder Inserter

The modular 6608 Series adapts to most any folding and inserting application. Models are available with 2 to 7 stations, offering the flexibility to meet your specific needs. Various input configurations include a high-capacity document feeder for up to 725 sheets, 1 or 2 high-capacity production feeders, standard and special feeders, short feed trays and a thin booklet feeder.

Standard features include a 10” color touchscreen control panel with graphical interface, automatic paper and envelope presence sensors with indicators on the control panel, a vertical output stacker for up to 500 filled envelopes, and a top-loading envelope hopper with a capacity of up to 500 envelopes. AutoSetTM allows operators to load envelopes and documents, then adjusts all settings automatically with the ability to store up to 50 programmed jobs for instant recall. Its powerful folding capacity allows for folding up to 10 sheets (half fold) or up to 8 sheets (tri-fold) at one time, plus it’s capable of folding and inserting top, middle and bottom-address documents into top-flap envelopes.** Cascade Mode allows users to link feeders for continuous operation: when one feeder empties, another takes over.

To ensure document integrity, double document detectors are located at both the feeder and insertion area to ensure the right documents get into the right envelopes. The 6608 Series utilizes electromechanical detectors which can operate with any print density, paper color, thickness or paper dust. Documents requiring inspection can be delivered automatically to the divert station without interruption. The 6608 Series also offers energy savings with its auto standby mode, which goes into effect after one hour of inactivity.

Various levels of Barcode Recognition (BCR) and Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) are available and feature CIS scanning technology, which can scan codes printed in any location on a document. Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is also available, which uses page numbering in 1/1 or N-of-M format to ensure each set is complete before being inserted into an envelope.

Additional options include a thin booklet feeder for inserts up to 2.5mm thick, side exit tray, locking cabinet and 402 Series Joggers.

Operating Features

• Full-Color Touchscreen: 10” touchscreen display features graphic icons for simple, intuitive use
  Modular Flexibility: Configurations are available with up to 7 fully-automatic feed stations
  AutoSetTM: Load envelopes and documents and the 6608 Series will adjust all settings automatically
  Paper & Envelope Presence Sensors: Control panel displays which feeders need to be refilled
  Mid-Volume Processing Speed: Processes up to 4,300 envelopes per hour
  50 Programmable Jobs: Program frequently used jobs for quick and easy operation
  High-Capacity Vertical Output Stacker: Holds up to 500 finished envelopes with reverse stacking output, maintaining printing order Large, Top-Loading Envelope Hopper: Holds up to 500 envelopes with on-the-fly reloading for continuous operation
  Handles a Variety of Envelope Sizes: Inserts into envelopes up to 6.3” H x 9.7” W
  Variety of Fold Types: C, Half, Z, Double Parallel and no fold
  Daily Mail Mode: Easily inserts stapled sets
  Multi-Feeding: Allows for a set number of pieces to be pulled from one feeder, then collated and inserted automatically
  Cascade Mode: Feeders can be linked for continuous operation, when one feeder runs empty, another takes over, allowing operators to refill as needed until the job is complete
  Rugged Folding Capability: Folds up to 10 sheets (half fold) or up to 8 sheets (tri-fold) at once
  Versatile: Folds and/or inserts sheets, BREs and cards automatically
  Insert Capability: Folds/inserts top, middle and bottom address documents into top-flap envelopes
  Eco Mode: Saves energy by automatically switching into standby mode after one hour of inactivity

Document Security Features

• Double Document Detection: Electromechanical detectors located at each feeder and the insertion area operate with any print density, paper color or thickness, to provide exceptional security
  Divert Station: Sensors redirect double documents and incomplete sets without interruption

Options

• CIS Scanner: Reads OMR 1-track, OCR, 1D Barcodes and 2D Data Matrix codes, printed horizontally or vertically anywhere on the page
  Thin Booklet Feeder: Dedicated feeder inserts BREs or booklets up to 2.5mm thick
  Production Feeders: 1 or 2, each feeds up to 1,200 sheets or 325 BREs
  Side Exit Tray: Holds up to 500 filled envelopes
  OMR, BCR and OCR: Optical Mark, Barcode and Optical Character Recognition for added security
  Short Feed Trays: Designed for small inserts and BREs
  Custom Cabinets: Enclosed cabinets on casters with a key lock for secure storage
  402 Series Joggers: Square and remove static electricity from documents prior to processing

Technical Specifications

Feeder Capacity: Up to 325 sheets, 20# paper (each feeder) / 725 (Production Feeder)
Envelope Hopper Capacity: Up to 500 envelopes, top-loading
Vertical Output Stacker: Up to 500 filled envelopes, reverse stacking output
Side Exit Tray (optional): Up to 500 filled envelopes
Speed: Up to 4,300 pieces per hour, #10 envelopes
Duty Cycle: Up to 80,000 pieces per month
Programmable Jobs: Up to 50
Paper Size*: 3.5” - 14” L x 5.1” - 9” W
Envelope Size*: 6.3” - 9.7” L x 3.5” - 6.3” W
Dimensions: 60” L x 31” H x 18” D (four-station models); With Thin Booklet Feeder: 79” L x 31” H x 18” D (four-station models)
Weight: Approx. 242 lbs (four-station)
Voltage: 100 Volts AC 50/60Hz
Safety Certifications: UL, CE approved

* Paper & envelope specifications may vary. All media must be tested.
** Bottom-address documents can be processed only in Half and Z-fold modes, up to 5 sheets.

Additional Information

Formax FD 6608 Brochure