Formax Sheet Mold

Provides a standardized method to produce square handsheets which enables the measurement of the optical and physical properties of a given pulp.

Description

Provides a standardized method to produce square handsheets which enables the measurement of the optical and physical properties of a given pulp. Complies with TAPPI T-205.  The Formax™ 8” x 8” & 12” x 12” sheet molds ensure rapid, high quality formation of hand sheets. The unit is constructed of stainless steel for durable maintenance free operation. Individual forming wires are clamped by the deckle box allowing rapid exchange and easy handling of the wet sheet for couching, pressing and drying. The sheet mold is shipped complete with a stainless steel agitator, 24” bronze drop leg, ball valve and drain sump ready for bench or sink installation. A T-fitting at the bottom of the drop leg permits connection to a white water return system or vacuum pump. All stainless steel plumbing is available.

Model C-100 – 8” x 8”

  • 8” x 8” Stainless Steel Deckle Box(11½ liter capacity)
  • 316 Stainless Steel Backing Wire & Grid plate
  • Removable 316 Stainless Steel Forming wires (80, 100 or 150 mesh)
  • Silicone Sealing Gasket
  • Stainless Steel Agitator
  • Stainless Steel Surge Sump (8½ liter)
  • Copper Drop Leg 24” high, 1½” diameter
  • Mounting flange allows bench top or in-sink installation
  • “T” fitting at bottom of drop leg permits connection to white water return or vacuum

Model G-100 – 12″ x 12″

  • 12” x 12” Stainless Steel Deckle Box (30 liter capacity)
  • 316 Stainless Steel Backing Wire & Grid plate
  • Removable 316 Stainless Steel Forming wires (80, 100 or 150 mesh)
  • Silicone Sealing Gasket
  • Stainless Steel Agitator
  • Stainless Steel Surge Sump (14 liter)
  • Copper Drop Leg 24” high, 2” diameter
  • Mounting flange allows bench top or in-sink installation
  • “T” fitting at bottom of drop leg permits connection to white water return or vacuum

Additional information

List of Standards

TAPPI T205

Model Name

Formax Sheet Mold

Part Number

C-100 & G-100

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Formax Sheet Mold