The FD 6104 Inserter brings automated folding and inserting to any-size office with an affordable, compact design that delivers professional mailing results without high-volume requirements. Its intuitive 5" full-color touchscreen with wizard-based setup allows quick access to saved jobs and provides clear status indicators for each feeder, supporting up to 15 programmable jobs for fast one-touch operation. Equipped with two automatic sheet feeders and a dedicated insert/BRE feeder, it processes documents up to 14" long and handles up to 1,350 envelopes per hour, while electromagnetic double-document detection ensures accurate insertion every time. Energy-saving standby mode helps reduce power consumption, and an optional fold-only C-fold kit expands versatility for producing brochures and marketing materials without envelopes. Designed to streamline workflows and eliminate manual mail preparation, the FD 6104 is a smart way to boost office productivity and efficiency.
Product Details
Color Touchscreen: Simple, intuitive operation.
High Productivity: Processes up to 1,350 filled envelopes per hour.
Up to 15 Programmable Jobs: Store and recall frequent setups.
Clamshell Design: Allows easy access for clearing and maintenance.
Easy-Load Feeders: Fast, user-friendly setup.
Sheet Accumulation Before Folding: Ensures accuracy when folding multiple pages.
Double Document Detection: Prevents misfeeds and errors.
Multiple Fold Types: C, V, Double Parallel, and No-Fold options.
Fold-Only Function: Folds documents without inserting.
Folds Up to 5 Sheets: Handles small sets efficiently.
Resettable Counter: Tracks job quantities.
ECO Mode: Reduces power consumption.
Daily Mail Mode: Ideal for manually fed, mixed mail.
Seal or No-Seal Operation: Flexible output based on mailing needs.
Cascade Mode: Automatically switches feeders for longer runs.
Option
Tri-Fold Kit: Creates a "perfect fold" even panel C-fold for brochures, marketing pieces, fund raising and more. Easily installed by temporarily replacing the moistener kit.
Specifications
Feeder Capacity:
Up to 100 sheets in each sheet feeder (20#)
Up to 100 inserts/BREs in the insert feeder
Up to 100 outgoing envelopes
Fixed Speed: Up to 1,350 pieces per hour
Duty Cycle: Up to 5,000 pieces per month
Folding Capacity: Up to 5 sheets at once
Programmable Jobs: Up to 15
Paper Size: 5.6" - 8.9" W x 7" - 14" H
Paper Weight: 18 - 30 lbs (68 - 113gsm)
Insert/BRE Size: 5.6" - 8.9" W x 3.5" - 5.9" H
Insert Weight: 20 - 62 lbs (75 - 233gsm)
BRE Weight: 19 - 30 lbs (71 - 113gsm)
Outgoing Envelope Size: 8.8" - 9.5" W x 4.1" - 6" H
Dimensions w/o catch tray: 26" L x 17" W x 22" H
Weight: 82 lbs
Voltage: 120 Volts AC 50/60Hz
Safety Certifications: UL approved
Manufacturer's Warranty: 90 day parts and labor
Video
Formax FD 6104 Low Volume Tabletop Inserter/Folder Demo Video
Transcript :
Formax presents the FD 6104 low-volume office inserter, the Formax FD 6104 inserter is compact, quiet, energy efficient, and easy to use. Ideal for low volume office mailings, the inserter can process up to 5,000 mail pieces per month and can accommodate sheets up to 14inches in length. With a processing speed of up to 1,350 inserts per hour. Jobs that take hours to do by hand can be completed in minutes. A 5-inch color touch screen, automatic job set-up and 15 programmable jobs make operation easier than ever before. The innovative clamshell cover design provides users with easy access to make adjustments and to clear the paper path. The FD 6104 comes standard with 2 sheet feeders that hold up to 100 sheets each and an insert feeder that hold up 100 BREš™s or small inserts. It also includes an adjustable outfeed catch tray for proper stacking. An optional fold only even panel fold kit is available which enables the FD 6104 to fold letters or brochures with even panels that donš™t require inserting. The user-friendly color touchscreen panel features a graphical user interface with intuitive icons for unmatched ease of operation. For energy saving, the FD 6104 includes an automatic sleep mode which puts the inserter into standby after 1 hour of being idle. To setup and operate the FD6104, begin by loading the feeders, next press the New Job button and follow the step by step job wizard o setup your mailing based on the number of sheets inserted an the carrier envelope size. Press the one time button for a test piece, check the piece to be sure itš™s correct. If the documents are accurately folded and inserted, press the OK button, now press the Save icon to name the job. With the name entered, press the start button to begin processing. The outfeed catch tray holds the finished pieces in a neat sequential order making them easy to unload for further processing. The FD 6104 inserter combines user-friendly features with quiet, reliable operation making it ideal for todayš™s office environment.