
Manual punch with electric coil inserter · Formax
Formax ReadyCoilM
Binding type: Spiral coil (.2475" / 6 mm pitch; oval 5.0 × 4.0 mm holes) · Punch capacity: Up to 0.078" (2 mm) thick
Listed on the manufacturer's website (source, as of Oct 18, 2026)

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Specifications
| Brand | Formax |
|---|---|
| Model | ReadyCoilM |
| Type | Manual punch with electric coil inserter |
| Binding type | Spiral coil (.2475" / 6 mm pitch; oval 5.0 × 4.0 mm holes) |
| Punching | Manual, lever |
| Punch capacity | Up to 0.078" (2 mm) thick |
| Binding capacity | Up to 160 sheets; binding thickness .04-.62" (1-16 mm) |
| Punch length | 0.39" to 14" (10-360 mm) |
| Binding operation | Electric insertion, manual crimp & cut |
| Speed | Up to 8,000 sheets per hour (punching); up to 50 booklets per hour (binding) |
| Dimensions | 18.5" L × 14" D × 18.5" H (470 × 355 × 470 mm) |
| Power | 115 V, 60 Hz, 90 W |
| Weight | 42 lb (19 kg) |
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