Formax FD 87HD Hard Drive Punch
The Formax FD 87HD hard drive punch is a professional-grade HDD destruction solution designed for organizations requiring secure, physical data elimination. This hard drive punch uses a hardened steel die to completely penetrate both 2.5" and 3.5" drives, ensuring irreversible data destruction that exceeds compliance requirements. With its nickel-plated steel construction, transparent safety shield, and intuitive LED control panel, the FD 87HD delivers reliable, user-friendly operation for IT departments, data centers, and certified destruction facilities managing end-of-life computer hardware.
Key Features
- Hardened steel punch mechanism for complete hard drive penetration
- Supports both 2.5" and 3.5" hard drive formats
- Nickel-plated steel construction for durability and corrosion resistance
- Transparent safety shield protects operators during destruction cycles
- LED control panel with simple, intuitive operation
- Irreversible physical destruction ensures data security compliance
- Compact design suitable for office and facility environments
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Formax |
| Model Number |
FD 87HD |
| Drive Compatibility |
2.5" and 3.5" hard drives |
| Punch Material |
Hardened steel with nickel plating |
| Safety Features |
Transparent safety shield, LED control panel |
| Destruction Method |
Physical penetration punch mechanism |
| Application |
Data destruction, IT asset management, compliance |
Frequently Asked Questions
What hard drives does the FD 87HD destroy?
The Formax FD 87HD hard drive punch handles both 2.5" and 3.5" hard drives, making it compatible with drives from laptops, desktops, and enterprise storage systems.
How does physical hard drive destruction compare to other methods?
Physical destruction via hard drive punch provides irreversible data elimination that exceeds NIST and DoD standards. Unlike degaussing or software wiping, punch destruction is verifiable and leaves no possibility of data recovery.
Is the FD 87HD safe to operate?
Yes. The unit features a transparent safety shield and LED control panel for secure, user-friendly operation. The nickel-plated steel construction ensures durability and reliable performance across repeated destruction cycles.
Why choose a hard drive punch for IT asset disposal?
Hard drive punch destruction is fast, cost-effective, and provides immediate visual confirmation of data destruction. It's ideal for organizations managing large volumes of decommissioned IT hardware and requiring certified compliance documentation.
