Formax ReadyWire Basic (2B & 3B) Punching & Binding Machine
Formax ReadyWire Basic (2B & 3B) Punching & Binding Machine - 2:1 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Specifications
| Product Name | Formax ReadyWire Basic (2B & 3B) Punching & Binding Machine |
| Manufacturer | Formax |
| SKU | ReadyWire2B, ReadyWire3B |
| Punching Speed | Up to 12,000 sheets/hr |
| Pitch | ReadyWire2B: 2:1 ReadyWire3B: 3:1 |
| Punching/Binding | Manual |
| Punching Width | 0.39 inch - 11.8 inches (10 - 300mm) |
| Max. Punching Thickness | Up to 0.08 inch (2mm) |
| Punch Hole Dimensions | ReadyWire2B: Rectangle 5.5 x 3.5mm ReadyWire3B: Square 4 x 4mm |
| Binding Speed | Up to 200 booklets/hr |
| Binding Capacity | ReadyWire2B: Up to 280 sheets ReadyWire3B: Up to 135 sheets |
| Wire Diameter | ReadyWire2B: 1/4 inch - 1 1/4 inches ReadyWire3B: 1/4 inch - 5/8 inch |
| Dimensions | 23 x 13 x 17.5 inches (584 x 330 x 445mm) |
| Weight | 34 lbs (15.4kg) |
| Optional Accessories | ReadyWire Double-Loop Wire Binding |
Product Description:
The Formax ReadyWire Basic Punching and Binding Machine is a manual wire binding system for offices and organizations with low binding volumes. It is available as the ReadyWire2B with a 2:1 pitch or the ReadyWire3B with a 3:1 pitch, and both models punch up to 12,000 sheets per hour and bind up to 200 booklets per hour. The 2:1 model binds booklets up to 280 sheets with wire from 1/4 inch to 1 1/4 inches, while the 3:1 model binds up to 135 sheets with wire from 1/4 inch to 5/8 inch.
Key Features:
- Choice of 2:1 pitch (ReadyWire2B) or 3:1 pitch (ReadyWire3B).
- Low-force punch lever handles up to 20 sheets at a time.
- Ergonomic two-lever system for smooth, quiet operation from punching to binding.
- Integrated wire comb holder allows easy paper positioning before binding.
- Built-in wire diameter guide helps match the wire size to each project.
- Sliding diameter adjustment changes binding settings in seconds.
- Adjustable paper stop with fixed margin depth for consistent hole placement.
- Sliding waste tray makes punched-paper disposal easy.
The ReadyWire Basic’s compact, rugged metal construction fits easily in smaller workspaces. Wire-bound documents open a full 360 degrees and lay flat for reading, writing, and scanning, giving teams a professional finish for reports, presentations, and manuals.






