Akiles Coilmac ECI+ Oval Hole Coil Binding Machine

The CoilMac ECI+ has a good punching capacity. It can punch up to 17 sheets of 20 lb. bond paper at a time so you'll be able to get the punching part of the process done rather quickly.

This device has a maximum punching length of 13 inches. While this isn't quite long enough for legal-sized documents, binding letter-sized (8.5" x 11") ones won't be any trouble at all. This machine is equipped with an open throat and a full set of disengageable dies so you can work with other sizes of documents.

The CoilMac ECI+ is compatible with 4:1 pitch spiral coils. This device punches oval holes that make it easier for the pages to be turned once your document is bound. The maximum binding capacity is 7/8" so you'll be able to bind some very thick documents.

Punching your pages right the first time is always a good thing and it's easy to do with this machine's margin depth control feature. Using this feature will help you create stronger documents with tear-resistant pages.

This machine has an electric coil inserter that makes it incredibly easy to bind your documents. It's operated by a foot pedal and works quickly so you can move on to other projects. There's also a coil selector guide so you can choose the right supplies. Plus, you'll find a pair of coil crimping pliers has been included with this device. These pliers normally cost around $50.00 and are necessary for finishing your document, so their inclusion is a nice gesture.

Finally, the CoilMac ECI+ is very well-built and will no doubt stand up to years of use thanks to its metal construction. However, it does come with a one-year warranty just in case something does happen.

The Coil Mac ECI+ is a large device so it may not be suitable for smaller workspaces. Also, this isn't the most aesthetically pleasing machine around but this is one time when function should be placed about form.

This device's punching handle is located on the right side of the machine. This is fine for right-handed people, but left-handed users may wish the handle was in a different location.

Finally, the CoilMac ECI+ is only compatible with coil spines. You'll need to use a different device if you want to work with plastic combs and other binding elements.