Formech 660 Thermoformer

The machine shop polymer processing facility is equipped with a Formech 660 thermoforming machine. The thermoforming process is useful for creating shapes in a wide variety of thermo-plastics. Molds can be CNC machined from aluminum, wood, urethane, or other convenient materials, or they can be cast in plaster using a sample part as the pattern.

Our students use this machine for a wide assortment of applications.

Some Applications

• Boxes for electrical projects
• Model Sailboat Hulls for testing in fluids lab
• Machine Guarding on lab apparatus
• Mounts for holding
• Cowlings and air scoops for racing team
• "Yogurt Cups" for ENGS 73
• Model Airplane Components for ENGS 146
• Packaging Materials
• Parts Kits

Formech 660 Features

• Deep Draw Capability (up to 16" depth)
• Forming Area up to 24 inches square
• Sheet Thickness up tp 1/4 inch thick
• Pre-Stretch Capability
• Infrared Ceramic heaters, 5 zone control
• Auto-Level capability
• Auto timer controls
• Forms most thermoplastic materials
  • High Impact Polystyrene
  • ABS
  • Polycarbonate (Lexan)
  • PMMA (acrylic - Plexiglas)
  • Vinyl