Double-head edge tabber · Formax

Formax FD 282

Tabbing speed: Single tab 25,000 / double 15,000 / triple 10,000 per hour · Maximum material size: 15" L × 11" W

CurrentMade in: USA

Listed on the manufacturer's website (source, as of Oct 18, 2026)

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Tabbing speedSingle tab 25,000 / double 15,000 / triple 10,000 per hour

Maximum material size15" L × 11" W

Maximum thickness1/4"

Duty cycle500,000 per month (30 million over a 5-year cycle)

Where to buy

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Specifications

Brand	Formax
Model	FD 282
Type	Double-head edge tabber
Tabbing speed	Single tab 25,000 / double 15,000 / triple 10,000 per hour
Tabs per piece	Up to 3 (edge tabbing on both sides); up to 4 tab jobs
Stamp affixing	Yes, up to 3 USPS roll stamps
Minimum material size	3.5" L × 5" W
Maximum material size	15" L × 11" W
Maximum thickness	1/4"
Tab size	3/4" to 1.5"
Feeder	In-line design; optional FD 282-05 synchronized or FD 282-10 heavy-duty friction feeder
Tab reel / roll	11,000 tabs
Tab placement accuracy	±1/16"
Duty cycle	500,000 per month (30 million over a 5-year cycle)
Dimensions	19" W × 26" H × 30" D
Weight	75 lb
Made in	USA

Formax also lists the FD 282SF and FD 282HF, which pair the FD 282 with its synchronized or heavy-duty feeder; they are included here rather than listed separately.

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