Formax ReadyWire 3E

Binding type: Double-loop wire (3:1 pitch) · Punch capacity: Up to 0.08" (2.2 mm) thick

Current

Listed on the manufacturer's website (source, as of Oct 18, 2026)

Binding typeDouble-loop wire (3:1 pitch)

Punch capacityUp to 0.08" (2.2 mm) thick

Binding capacityUp to 135 sheets; wire diameters 1/4" to 5/8"

PunchingElectric, foot pedal; holes Square 4 × 4 mm

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Specifications

Brand	Formax
Model	ReadyWire 3E
Type	Electric punch & double-loop wire binder
Binding type	Double-loop wire (3:1 pitch)
Punching	Electric, foot pedal; holes Square 4 × 4 mm
Punch capacity	Up to 0.08" (2.2 mm) thick
Binding capacity	Up to 135 sheets; wire diameters 1/4" to 5/8"
Punch length	0.39" to 14" (10-360 mm)
Speed	Up to 16,000 sheets per hour (punching); up to 250 books per hour (binding)
Power	115/200 V, 60 Hz, 180 W
Dimensions	22" W × 16" D × 10.75" H (560 × 406 × 273 mm)
Weight	28.6 lb (13 kg)

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