Request a QuoteFormax ReadyWire 2B/3B Manual Punch & Wire Binding System
Model: READYWIRE2B / READYWIRE3B
The Formax ReadyWire Basic is an all-in-one manual punch and wire binder for offices with low binding volumes, using an ergonomic two-lever process: a low-force lever punches up to 20 sheets at a time, and a second lever closes the wire. The 2B (2:1 pitch) handles wire from 1/4" to 1-1/4" for booklets up to 280 sheets, while the 3B (3:1 pitch) gives a more refined look on booklets up to 135 sheets, both at up to 200 books per hour.
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Specifications
| Pitch | 2:1 (2B) or 3:1 (3B) |
|---|---|
| Punching Capacity | Up to 12,000 sheets/hr; up to 20 sheets per lift |
| Punching Width | .39 - 11.8" (10-300 mm) |
| Max Punching Thickness | 0.08" (2 mm) |
| Binding Capacity | Up to 280 sheets (2B) / 135 sheets (3B) |
| Wire Diameter | 1/4" - 1 1/4" (2B) / 1/4" - 5/8" (3B) |
| Binding Speed | Up to 200 books/hr |
| Operation | Manual punch and bind, two-lever |
| Dimensions | 23" W x 13" D x 17.5" H |
| Weight | 34 lbs (15.4 kg) |
Specifications verified from the manufacturer, last checked 2026-08-21.
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