[CHagest]

I'm in the market to buy a vacuum forming/ thermo forming machine with a 24"x24" working area and 12" draw for both male female molds. Plan on using 1/4 abs to form our parts. Do you guys have any suggestions on what manufacture has the best machine for the money. We would like to do this on a budget and would even consider a used machine.
Thanks for your suggestions and link to who you suggest.
Chris

[jdougn]

If you're really on a budget you could build your own. You can find a lot of DIY info on the discussion boards at TK560.com. DIY plans are available at Build Stuff.com
Look for the ProtoForm plan information. I used these plans to help build my 2'x4'. Some modifications have been made to my vac former but it does .250" black ABS with no problem.
hth, Doug

[fst529]

you want to buy a vacuum forming machine for ABS!

WOW! iF that you 'd better buy thick sheet vacuum forming machine!

although we are manufacturer of thermoforming machine, but we don't do this kind !