Model R12 Laboratory Sampler Thermoformer
Benchtop thermoforming for tray and blister development
The R12 forms prototype trays and blisters in the package development laboratory, from the first concept through pre-production testing.
- Format
- Benchtop unit
- Electrical
- 110 VAC, 20 A, 60 Hz
- Compressed air
- Not required
- Film stock
- Roll or pre-cut sheet
Package development
Where the R12 fits in package development
Sized for prototype and pre-production quantities, the R12 gives the development laboratory its own forming capability at each stage before full production.
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Before design release
Prototype development
Trays and blisters formed from pre-production molds, before the final design is released.
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Product testing
Proof of principle and pre-production testing
Hundreds of blisters formed for product testing, to prove the package concept before production.
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Low volumes
Low-volume production
Small quantities formed where production volumes are low.
In service
R12 units have been in service for many years in package engineering development laboratories and at contract packagers.
Forming cycle
How the R12 forms a package
Film is heated and drawn by vacuum onto the tool on the forming platen. Each component of the cycle is part of the machine; only electric power is required.
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Step 01
Load the film
Film runs from the removable roll holder, or is loaded as individual pre-cut sheets.
- Removable roll holder
- Pre-cut sheets
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Step 02
Heat
Rod-type heating elements heat the film. The automatic cycle timer controls the cycle, with a manual override.
- Rod heating elements, 110 V
- Automatic cycle timer
- Manual override
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Step 03
Vacuum form
The vacuum pump and tank draw the film onto the tool on the forming platen. The platen is designed for quick tool changes.
- ¼ hp vacuum pump and tank
- Variable control valve
- Vacuum gauge
- Quick tool-change platen
Vacuum capability and heat density allow a range of film stocks to be formed. Atlas Vac confirms the suitability of each film for the application.
Specification
Specification and bench requirements
The full R12 specification and its installation needs: bench space and a 110 VAC, 20 A circuit. No compressed air is required.
Forming
| Heat forming area | To be confirmed |
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| Draw depth | To be confirmed |
| Heating elements | Rod type, 110 V, single phase, 60 Hz |
| Forming platen | Quick tool-change design |
Vacuum and control
| Vacuum pump and tank | ¼ hp, variable control valve |
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| Vacuum gauge | Included |
| Cycle control | Automatic cycle timer with manual override |
Construction
| Structure | Heavy, precision-machined aluminum, for rigidity |
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| Roll holder | Removable |
On the bench
- Height
- 26″ H
- Weight
- 120 lb
- Electrical supply
- 110 VAC, 20 A, 60 Hz
- Compressed air
- Not required
- Start-up
- Ready to operate when connected to electric power
Conditions of supply
- Tooling
- Available on request
- Markets
- Not available for CE markets
- Forming capacity
- Confirmed for each enquiry To be confirmed
Thermoforming enquiries
Discuss your forming requirements
Atlas Vac reviews the package, film and quantities, and confirms whether the R12 suits the development work.
Useful if you have it
- Package or tray drawing
- Film type and gauge
- Development or production quantities
- Destination country
- Telephone
- +1 (513) 407-3513
- sales@atlasvac.com
- Hours
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- Monday to Friday
- 08:00 am – 05:30 pm
- Saturday
- By appointment
- Sunday
- Closed
- Address
- Atlas Vac Machine, LLC, 9150 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45215, USA