At Detroit Dispensing Solutions (DDS), we design our equipment to meet operators where they are — whether you need a streamlined filling solution or a complete system for filling and capping cartridges. Two of our most popular options, the CFS-1800 and the CFM-1800, share the same precision and reliability, but are built for different production needs. Here’s how they compare.
CFS-1800
Best for: Operators who want a compact, filling-only solution.
- Footprint: Smaller and more portable, ideal for labs with limited space.
- Function: Handles filling only — no integrated press or capping function.
- Output: Delivers the same high fill accuracy (±1%) and efficiency as the CFM.
- Advantages: Lightweight, simple to operate, and perfect for teams who already have a separate capping solution in place.
The CFS is the compact option, delivering precision filling without the press.
CFM-1800
Best for: Labs looking for a complete filling + capping solution in one unit.
- Footprint: Larger than the CFS due to the built-in press.
- Function: Performs both filling and capping, eliminating the need for a separate press.
- Output: High-throughput with the same ±1% fill accuracy.
- Advantages: Provides an all-in-one workflow with fewer moving parts to manage, saving operators time and labor.
The CFM is the “complete package”, combining filling and pressing into a single machine.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Footprints
CFS-1800
Compact, smaller design
CFM-1800
Larger, includes integrated press
Function
CFS-1800
Filling only
CFM-1800
Filling + capping
Accuracy
CFS-1800
±1%
CFM-1800
±1%
Workflow
CFS-1800
Requires separate press for capping
CFM-1800
All-in-one solution
Best For
CFS-1800
Labs with space limitations or existing presses
CFM-1800
Labs wanting complete, streamlined operation
Which One Fits Your Lab?
Choose the CFS-1800 if you need a space-saving, precise filling solution and already have capping covered.
Choose the CFM-1800 if you want a turnkey machine that handles both filling and pressing without additional equipment.