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Akiles WireMac family: 2 variants compared
Akiles WireMac-21, Akiles WireMac-31 are sold as closely related variants. Their spec sheets share most details, so we list them side by side here. Rows highlighted below are where the sourced specifications differ: Binding type, Binding capacity, Punch length, Disengageable pins.
Specifications by variant
| Spec | Akiles WireMac-21 | Akiles WireMac-31 |
|---|---|---|
| Model | WireMac-21 | WireMac-31 |
| Type | Manual wire punch & closer | Manual wire punch & closer |
| Binding type | Double-loop wire (2:1 pitch); holes Rectangular 0.157" × 0.217" | Double-loop wire (3:1 pitch); holes Square 0.157" × 0.157" |
| Punching | Manual; vertical closing | Manual; vertical closing |
| Punch capacity | Up to 20 sheets (20 lb) | Up to 20 sheets (20 lb) |
| Binding capacity | 3/16" to 1-1/4" | 3/16" to 9/16" |
| Punch length | 14" (27 dies) | 14" (40 dies) |
| Disengageable pins | All 27 | All 40 |
| Weight | 45 lb | 45 lb |
Values are copied from each variant's sourced spec page. “n/a” or “not stated” means the source didn't state it; we don't estimate.
How to choose between them
Start with the highlighted rows. If they don't matter for how you'll use the machine, the variants are interchangeable on paper, and availability can decide. Each variant's own page keeps its sources, supplies and track record.
Where to buy each variant
Akiles WireMac-21
Akiles WireMac-31
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