National Vendors 168 (MDB Board - 2 Candy Shelf) Snack Machine
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- Ultra Black
- 6 shelves
- Dual Spiral Snacks
- Coins 5 Tube
- Bills $1/$5
- 4 wide snack machine
- MDB PC Board
- DEX Protocol
- LED Bulb Lighting
- 28 to 32 selections
- 2 Candy Shelf
- Credit Card Capable (Read Below*)
*Does not include a Credit Card reader, credit card capable only means the electronics in the machine is new enough to accept a credit card reader. Credit card readers are available at button shown above. Credit Card Reader Installation Specialists are listed below, please contact them directly if you need this reader installed in your machine prior to shipping. These are independent contractors and an additional cost will incur (paid directly to them) for credit card reader installation.
Vincent Vasquez (951) 201-6718
National Vendors 168 MDB Board 2 Candy Shelf Snack Machine
The National Vendors 168 MDB Board 2 Candy Shelf Snack Machine is a versatile vending solution for businesses, offices, break rooms, schools, apartment communities, waiting areas, and other locations that need convenient snack service. This refurbished National snack machine combines a professional Ultra Black finish with flexible product capacity, dual spiral snack dispensing, modern MDB electronics, DEX reporting, LED lighting, and multiple payment options.
Designed as a 4-wide snack vending machine, the National 168 provides six shelves and approximately 28 to 32 selections. Two of those shelves are dedicated candy shelves, making it easy to build a product mix that includes candy, chips, crackers, cookies, pastries, nuts, and other popular packaged snacks. The machine has a listed capacity of approximately 260 to 320 items, depending on product size and shelf configuration.
Refurbished National 168 Snack Machine
This National Vendors 168 is a refurbished vending machine. Refurbished equipment can be a practical option for operators who want a commercial vending machine with established features without purchasing a brand-new unit. The machine is inspected, cleaned, and prepared for vending use as part of the refurbishment process.
The National 168 is built for operators who want a dependable snack vending platform with room for a broad selection of products. Its six-shelf layout gives operators flexibility when creating a product mix for a specific location.
Six Shelves and 28 to 32 Selections
One of the main advantages of the National 168 is its flexible shelf layout. The machine includes six shelves and approximately 28 to 32 selections. This provides plenty of room to offer different product categories in one machine.
Operators can use the shelves for a combination of:
- Chocolate and candy bars
- Gummy and chewy candy
- Potato chips
- Pretzels and crackers
- Cookies
- Granola and snack bars
- Nuts and trail mix
- Other packaged snack products
The two candy shelves are especially useful for locations where candy is an important part of the product mix. Operators can dedicate those shelves to smaller products while using the remaining shelves for larger snack packages.
Dual Spiral Snack Dispensing
The National 168 uses a dual spiral snack dispensing system. Spiral vending mechanisms are designed to move products toward the delivery area after a customer makes a selection. The dual spiral configuration provides a useful setup for a variety of packaged snack products.
Product selection is an important part of vending machine operation. Operators can choose products that fit the individual selections and adjust the product mix based on customer demand. This makes the National 168 suitable for locations with changing snack preferences.
MDB PC Board for Modern Vending Equipment
The machine is equipped with an MDB PC board. MDB, or Multi-Drop Bus, is widely used in modern vending equipment to allow the vending machine controller to communicate with compatible payment systems and other vending peripherals.
For operators, MDB compatibility can make it easier to configure a vending machine with compatible payment equipment. This is particularly useful when building a machine around cashless payment technology or other MDB-compatible accessories.
DEX Protocol for Vending Data
The National 168 also features DEX Protocol. DEX can provide vending operators with a way to collect machine data through compatible equipment and systems. Depending on the operator's setup, this information can support sales tracking, machine audits, inventory planning, and route management.
Accurate vending data can help operators understand which products are selling and which selections may need to be changed. This can make routine service and inventory planning more organized.
Flexible Payment Options
The National 168 is configured with a five-tube coin system and a bill validator designed for $1 and $5 bills. These payment options provide customers with convenient ways to purchase snacks.
The machine is also described as credit card capable. However, credit card capability does not mean that a card reader is included with the machine. The current Vending World listing explains that compatible credit card hardware must be added separately. Installation may also require additional costs or the involvement of an installation professional.
For operators interested in cashless vending, the MDB electronics provide a foundation for compatible payment equipment. Before ordering a card reader, operators should confirm hardware compatibility, installation requirements, cellular service requirements, and any applicable processing or service fees.
Bright LED Lighting
LED lighting helps make products easier to see through the front of the vending machine. Good product visibility is important because customers need to quickly identify their choices before making a selection.
The National 168 includes LED bulb lighting to illuminate the product area. The lighting helps create a clean presentation and makes the machine easier to use in offices, break rooms, hallways, employee areas, and other indoor vending locations.
Professional Ultra Black Finish
The Ultra Black exterior gives the National 168 a clean commercial appearance. Its dark finish can work well with many different interior environments and business settings.
The appearance of a vending machine matters because it is often placed in an area where employees, customers, tenants, students, or visitors see it every day. A professional-looking machine can complement the surrounding space while providing a practical snack service.
4-Wide Snack Machine Design
The National 168 is a 4-wide snack machine. This configuration provides a practical balance between product variety and machine footprint. Customers can see several selections across each shelf, while operators have enough space to create a varied snack menu.
The six-shelf configuration and multiple selections make this machine useful for locations that need more variety than a smaller snack machine can provide.
Capacity for Popular Snack Products
The listed product capacity is approximately 260 to 320 items. Actual capacity depends on the size, shape, packaging, and arrangement of the products being stocked.
Operators can use the available capacity to create a balanced product mix. For example, a workplace might stock chips and crackers on several shelves, candy on the two candy shelves, and add healthier snack choices such as granola bars or nuts to provide additional variety.
Suitable Locations for the National 168
The National Vendors 168 can be used in many commercial and public-facing environments where packaged snacks are in demand. Potential locations include:
- Office buildings
- Employee break rooms
- Manufacturing facilities
- Warehouses
- Apartment communities
- Hotels and hospitality areas
- Schools and educational facilities
- Auto dealerships
- Waiting rooms
- Recreation facilities
- Retail businesses
- Community facilities
The best product mix will depend on the people who use the machine. Operators can monitor sales and adjust selections to match local demand.
Important Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: National
- Model: National Vendors 168
- SKU: A-S168UB2CV
- Condition: Refurbished
- Finish: Ultra Black
- Shelves: 6
- Selections: Approximately 28 to 32
- Candy Shelves: 2
- Snack Configuration: 4-wide
- Dispensing: Dual spiral snacks
- Coin System: 5-tube
- Bill Acceptance: $1 and $5
- Electronics: MDB PC Board
- Data System: DEX Protocol
- Lighting: LED bulb lighting
- Capacity: Approximately 260 to 320 items
- Dimensions: Approximately 72" H x 34" W x 35" D
- Weight: Approximately 676 lbs.
A Practical Snack Vending Solution
The National Vendors 168 MDB Board 2 Candy Shelf Snack Machine combines product capacity, flexible selections, modern electronics, and a professional appearance in one refurbished vending unit. Its six shelves and two candy shelves give operators room to build a varied snack menu, while dual spiral dispensing supports a wide range of packaged products.
MDB electronics and DEX Protocol add useful technology for modern vending operations. The five-tube coin mechanism and $1/$5 bill acceptance provide traditional payment choices, while the machine's credit-card-capable configuration gives operators the option to add compatible cashless payment hardware separately.
With LED lighting, a 4-wide layout, approximately 28 to 32 selections, and a listed capacity of approximately 260 to 320 items, the National 168 can serve as a flexible addition to a vending route or an on-site snack program.
Order the National Vendors 168 Snack Machine
If you are looking for a refurbished commercial snack vending machine with multiple selections, dedicated candy shelves, MDB electronics, DEX capability, and flexible payment options, the National Vendors 168 MDB Board 2 Candy Shelf Snack Machine offers a versatile configuration.
Before purchasing, review the machine dimensions, weight, product capacity, payment configuration, and delivery requirements to make sure it fits your location and vending operation. If you plan to accept credit cards or mobile payments, remember that a compatible card reader is an additional item and is not automatically included with the base machine.
With its Ultra Black finish, six-shelf design, dual spiral snack dispensing, LED lighting, and modern MDB-based electronics, the National 168 is built to provide a convenient and adaptable snack vending platform for a wide range of locations.
| Refurbished | Yes |
|---|---|
| SKU | A-S168UB2CV |
| Weight | 676.000000 |
| Manufacturer | National |
| Capacity | 260 to 320 items |
| Size (H x W x D) | 72" H x 34" W x 35" D |
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Why Buy A Refurbished Machine?
Great Returns - Commercial Grade Machines - Affordability
New vs Refurbished
We used to sell new machines as well as reconditioned ones. We no longer sell new, for one main reason.
According to a recent survey of vending operators, about 93 out of 100 potential vending accounts don't generate enough revenue to justify the cost of new equipment. New machines are great if you have high volume accounts, but most people do not have these accounts.
Typical pricing on new "commercial grade" machines:
- Can drink machines: $6,200–$7,400
- Snack machines: $6,600–$8,500
- Cold food machines: $8,900–$11,700
(Priced with mech and validator, typical options, vendor pricing not including sales tax or shipping in some cases.)
As you can see, that's quite high compared to used or refurbished equipment.
Please remember 'anyone and everyone' can call their machines refurbished but what does that really mean? Please see our machine ratings page for what we actually do to our machines. Many of our competitors don't even 'clean or paint the inside' of the machines.
Start small and grow as you can afford it.Many people start in the vending business without much knowledge, and that can hurt them financially if they're not careful.
All of the machines that we sell are full size, commercial machines. There are many machines that are made that are small, countertop or mechanical coin acceptance. These machines are fine if you are a housewife looking to make a little extra money on the side. We used to sell those type of machines and no longer do. The main reason is that people who were serious about vending would out grow these type of machines in several months.
Small mechanical machines have two main problems:
- They don't make change or accept dollar bills
- They "work you to death" — frequent refills for very little payoff
Most hold under 100 products and gross only $40–$50 per full restock, and profit is less than half of that.
A full-size commercial machine, by contrast, usually holds 350 to 600 products and empties out at $250–$500. Since you spend most of your time just driving to the location, you might as well fill 500 products instead of 50.
