Formax Punch100 Professional Modular Electric Punching System
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Formax Punch100 Professional Modular Electric Punching System
The Formax Punch100 is a heavy-duty modular electric punching system designed to provide flexibility for a variety of document binding applications. It can be used as a powerful stand-alone punch or paired with optional Wire100, Comb100, or Coil100 binding modules to create a versatile document finishing platform.
A precision vertical punching system utilizes gravity to help keep sheets properly positioned for consistent hole placement, even on thicker document sets. Electric foot-pedal activation improves operator efficiency by keeping both hands available for positioning and handling documents during punching.
Interchangeable punching dies allow the Punch100 to accommodate multiple binding styles without requiring a separate punching machine. Dies are available for 2:1 and 3:1 pitch double-loop wire, plastic comb, and spiral coil applications, and can be changed quickly without tools.
Key Features
- Heavy-duty modular electric punching system
- Can be used as a stand-alone punch
- Compatible with optional Wire100, Comb100, and Coil100 binding modules
- Convenient electric foot-pedal activation
- Precision vertical punching system
- Gravity-assisted sheet positioning for consistent hole placement
- Quick-change interchangeable punching dies
- Tool-free die changes
- Dies available for double-loop wire, plastic comb, and spiral coil
- 2:1 and 3:1 pitch punching options available
- Individually disengageable punch pins
- Tool-free access to punch pins
- Variable margin depth
- Adjustable depth gauge
- Handles a variety of mixed stocks
- Variety of punch patterns available
- Rugged, compact design
- Easy-access slide-out waste tray
Specifications
| Model | Punch100 |
|---|---|
| Punching Speed | Up to 1,200 sheets per hour |
| Modular | Yes |
| Punching Width | 0.39" to 13.4" (10 to 340 mm) |
| Unpunched Length | 1.57" to 31.5" (40 to 800 mm) |
| Maximum Punching Thickness | Up to 0.137" (3.5 mm) |
| Punching Operation | Electric, foot pedal |
| Punch Dies Available | Double-loop wire, spiral coil, and plastic comb in 2:1 or 3:1 pitch configurations |
| Disengageable Punch Pins | Yes |
| Variable Margin Depth | Yes |
| Dimensions | 22" W x 14" D x 9.8" H (559 x 356 x 250 mm) |
| Weight | 76 lb (34.5 kg) |
| Power Supply | 120V, 60Hz, 250W |
Interchangeable Punching Dies
The Punch100 uses interchangeable dies that allow one punching system to support multiple binding styles. Dies can be changed quickly and easily without tools, allowing operators to move between double-loop wire, plastic comb, and spiral coil applications without investing in a separate punch for each binding style.
| Die | Pitch / Binding Style | Punch Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Punch100-10 | 3:1 | 4 x 4 mm |
| Punch100-11 | 3:1 | 4 x 4 mm |
| Punch100-12 | 3:1 | 4 x 4 mm with thumb cut |
| Punch100-13 | 3:1 | 4 mm round |
| Punch100-14 | 3:1 | 4 mm round with thumb cut |
| Punch100-15 | 2:1 | 5.5 x 3.5 mm |
| Punch100-16 | 2:1 | 6 x 6 mm |
| Punch100-17 | 2:1 | 6 mm round |
| Punch100-18 | Plastic Comb | 8 x 3 mm |
| Punch100-19 | Spiral Coil, 0.25" Pitch | 5 x 4 mm |
Precision Vertical Punching
The Punch100 uses a precision vertical punching system that utilizes gravity to keep sheets in place during punching. This helps provide consistent hole placement across document sets, including thicker materials.
Convenient Foot-Pedal Operation
Electric foot-pedal activation provides efficient hands-free control of the punching mechanism, allowing the operator to keep both hands available for document positioning and handling.
Flexible, Tool-Free Setup
Disengageable punch pins allow selected pins to be disabled when needed to help prevent partially punched holes. Punch pins are easily accessible and require no tools for adjustment. Interchangeable punch dies can also be swapped without tools for fast transitions between binding applications.
Optional Binding Modules
The Punch100 can be used independently as a stand-alone punching system or paired with optional binding modules. The Wire100 provides manual closing for wire bindings, the Comb100 provides manual closing for plastic comb bindings, and the Coil100 provides manual closing for plastic spiral coils. Each binding module is available separately and can also be used as a stand-alone unit.
Modular Workflow for Higher Productivity
The modular design allows the Punch100 to grow with changing document finishing requirements. For higher productivity, the system can also be incorporated into an assembly-line workflow with multiple operators, allowing one operator to punch documents while others perform the binding process.