Formax ColorMax8
The ColorMax8 prints up to 8,000 full-color envelopes per hour. Powered by Memjet® with 1600 x 1600 dpi resolution and support for media up to 3/8” thick.
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Full-Color Digital Envelope & Packaging Printer
The ColorMax8 is a high-speed, full-color digital inkjet printer built for envelopes, packaging, and variable data printing. Powered by Memjet® technology, it delivers brilliant 1600 x 1600 dpi output on media up to 3/8” thick at speeds of up to 8,000 envelopes per hour. Its intuitive 7” color touchscreen, 60 GB of onboard storage, and high-capacity ink system make it a powerful solution for in-plant and production-level mailing environments.
Key Features
🔷 Prints up to 8,000 #10 envelopes per hour
🔷 Memjet print head with 70,400 nozzles and CMYK output
🔷 Full-bleed printing up to 8.77" wide
🔷 Handles media up to 3/8" thick including padded/stuffed envelopes
🔷 7” touchscreen with job preview and 60 GB storage
🔷 Supports variable data and addressing workflows
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Print Resolution | Up to 1600 x 1600 dpi at 6 ips |
| Print Speed | Up to 8,000 envelopes/hour, 3,600 sheets/hour (11") |
| Media Size Range | 3" x 4" to 10.5" x 17" |
| Max Media Thickness | Up to 3/8" (10 mm) |
| Print Area | Up to 8.77" x 40" (full-bleed under 8.6") |
| Ink Tank Capacity | CMY: 250ml each, K: 500ml x2 |
| Job Storage | Up to 60 GB onboard |
| Interface | USB, Ethernet |
| Electrical Requirements | 110–240V, 60Hz, 2A |
| Dimensions | 38" L x 22" W x 22" H (87" L w/ conveyor) |
| Weight | 120 lbs (55 kg) |
| Certifications | UL, CE |
Applications
📄 Full-color envelope printing with variable data
📦 Short-run packaging and cardboard printing
🛍 Custom retail mailers, postcards, and padded envelopes
📚 High-quality print jobs for marketing, mailing, and fulfillment
Available Options
📍 CCS8 ColorMax Command Station (PC + 32” curved monitor)
📍 Output conveyor/stacker
📍 RIP & color match software (cmColor)
📍 Replacement Memjet print heads and high-capacity ink tanks
Benefits
✅ Brilliant color output at industry-leading speed
✅ Supports a wide range of substrates and envelope types
✅ Reduces downtime with top-loading feed and clamshell access
✅ Built-in job management with onboard memory
✅ Ideal for full-bleed marketing pieces and variable data jobs
We deliver it, install it, train your team and keep it running.
This is not a drop-ship. Our factory-trained technicians install on site, train your operators, and back it with same-day and next-day service across Michigan and the Great Lakes.
Install & train
On-site setup and operator training included.
Same / next-day service
Fast response across the Great Lakes.
Precision machining
Replacement parts fabricated in-house.
Financing
Lease and purchase options available.
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