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Product Description
The Fastbind ONE OPTIMA bridges the gap between manual and automated perfect binding, making it an ideal choice for small to mid-volume print shops, schools, publishers, and print facilities. The OPTIMA simplifies operation with semi-automated roughening and gluing—giving you consistent, professional results across a wide range of book formats, papers, and thicknesses. With support for both EVA and PUR glues, the ONE OPTIMA gives you the flexibility to handle everything from softcover books and photo albums to tear-off pads and hardcover projects. The Fastbind ONE OPTIMA gives you more automation, more consistency, and more flexibility — all in a compact, affordable system that can grow with your business. Best Perfect Binder For: Digital print shops expanding book production Corporate and university print centers Publishers offering both softcover and hardcover books Photographers producing photo books with coated stocks Anyone needing superior bind strength without full automationProduct Details
- Automated roughening and gluing system ensures consistent spine prep and glue application with every cycle.
- Compatible with EVA & PUR Glue allows for standard EVA hot melt or optional PUR glue for advanced binding strength and durability.
- No setup design lets you switch between different book sizes and thicknesses without manual adjustments.
- Supports softcover & hardcover binding with the optional hardcover toolkit.
- Easy-Use Clamping System: Redesigned clamp opens wide for fast book loading; close the clamp at the touch of a button.
- Modular upgrades expand capabilities, including the PUR cleanout kit, roughener, hardcover toolkit, and Fastbind case makers, creasers and presses.
- Small footprint is quiet, compact, and office-friendly with minimal daily maintenance.
Specifications
- Machine Cycles/Hour: Up to 450
- Capacity Books/Hour (Output rate depends on operator): Up to 180
- Min. Binding Thickness: 0.004" (0.1mm)
- Max. Binding Thickness: 1.6" (40mm)
- Max. Binding Length: 12.6" (320mm)
- Max. Open Paper Height: 9.3" (235mm)
- Max Cover Thickness (Depending on material properties): 225 index (400 g/m²)
- Voltage: 110–115 V (220–240 V )
- Frequency: 50–60 Hz
- Max Current: 7 A (3.5 A)
- Machine Dimensions (W x D x H): 35" x 19.7" x 19.7" (89cm x 50cm x 50cm)
Compare Fastbind’s ONE Perfect Binders
| Model | ONE HANDY | ONE OPTIMA | ONE ULTRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operation | Manual | Semi-Automatic | Semi-Automatic |
| Best For | Entry-level or low-to-mid volume binding | Mid-volume production | Higher volume, with fully automated control |
| Control | Manual | Button-Controlled | Touchscreen Interface |
| Roughening | Optional | Automated | Automated |
| Clamping | Manual | Semi-Automated | Fully Motorized |
| Gluing | Manual | Automated | Automated |
| Nipping | Manual | Manual | Automated |
| Min-Max Binding Thickness | 0.004" – 2" | 0.004" – 2" | 0.004" – 2" |
| Max Book Size | Up to 12" x 12" | Up to 12" x 12" | Up to 12.9" x 12" |
| Machine Dimensions (W x D x H) | 35" x 18.5" x 18.5" | 34.65" x 21.65" x 21.65" | 36.2" x 24.2" x 24.4" |
| Weight | 88 lbs | 121 lbs | 165 lbs |
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