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CoilBind S-12 Spiral Coil Binding Machine

This Spiral Coil Binding Machine boasts a punch capacity of up to 12 sheets at once each, which are made even easier with its right-handed bar!
BEST Coil bind machine Starter Model for teachers, offices, and schools
ADJUSTABLE MARGINS - Create professional-looking bound books at home or in the office quickly and easily in almost any size.
4:1 PITCH COILS - This binding machine utilizes 4:1 pitch plastic binding coils. Its lightweight design allows it to be portable within a workspace, making them an excellent addition to any school or small office environment.

$124.90CAD

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SKU VOR030S12
CoilBind S-12

Entry-level manual coil binding machine for classrooms and home offices

The CoilBind S-12 is a compact, manual coil binding machine for low-volume binding. It punches up to 12 sheets per pull with a right-hand handlebar, and coils are twisted through by hand. It uses standard 4:1 pitch plastic coils and binds documents up to 2" thick.

12sheets per punch
11.8"max binding width
2"max book thickness
46punch holes

S-12 coil binding machine features

12-sheet manual punch

Punches up to 12 sheets of 20 lb bond per pull across 46 holes. Larger documents are punched in batches.

Right-hand handlebar

A single right-side lever keeps the footprint small for desks and shared workspaces.

Manual coil insertion

Coils are threaded by hand. No power cord needed, so it works anywhere.

Adjustable margins

Set the hole position for letter, A4 and custom sizes up to 11.8" (300 mm) wide.

4:1 pitch coils

Uses the most common plastic coil pitch, from 1/4" (6 mm) up to 2" (50 mm) diameter.

Lightweight and portable

Easy to move between rooms, store in a cupboard or take to events.

How to bind a document with the S-12

1

Punch

Square up to 12 sheets against the side guide and pull the right-hand lever.

2

Choose a coil

Pick a coil about 1/16" (2 mm) larger than the stack thickness. See the size chart below.

3

Insert by hand

Start the coil in the first two holes and twist it along the spine.

4

Crimp

Trim the excess and bend both ends with coil crimping pliers (sold separately).

S-12 specifications

ModelCoilBind S-12
SKUVOR030S12
Punch capacity12 sheets (20 lb bond / 80 gsm)
HandleRight-hand handlebar
Punch typeManual
Coil insertionManual (twist by hand)
Coil pitch4:1 (1/4" / 6.35 mm hole spacing)
Number of holes46
Max binding width11.8" (300 mm)
Max binding thicknessUp to 2" (50 mm coil)
Adjustable margin3/32", 11/64" & 1/4" (2.5, 4.5 & 6.5 mm)
Warranty1-year manufacturer defective parts
Shipping box20.8" × 14.3" × 7.5" (52.8 × 36.3 × 19.1 cm)
Shipping weight14.4 lb (6.5 kg)

What's in the box

  • CoilBind S-12 coil binding machine
  • Free box of 1/4" (6 mm) plastic coils

Coil crimping pliers are not included with the S-12. Add them below to finish coil ends.

Compatible coils and supplies

The S-12 uses 4:1 pitch plastic spiral coils. Choose a coil about 1/16" (2 mm) larger than the thickness of your punched stack so pages turn freely. Sheet counts below are approximate for 20 lb bond (80 gsm) paper.

Coil diameterMetricApprox. sheets
1/4"6 mm30
5/16"8 mm52
3/8"10 mm65
7/16"12 mm80
9/16"14 mm100
5/8"16 mm120
3/4"20 mm160
1"25 mm210
1-1/4"32 mm280
1-1/2"38 mm330
2"50 mm440

Compare CoilBind coil binding machines

All four models punch 46 holes at 4:1 pitch across an 11.8" (300 mm) edge and bind up to 2" (50 mm) thick. See the full CoilBind range.

Prices in
S-12S-15S-20S-25A
Punch capacity12 sheets12 sheets20 sheets20 sheets
Number of holes46464646
HandlebarRight-handFullFullFull
Electric coil inserter—✓✓✓
Disengageable dies———✓ All 46
Crimper included—✓✓✓
Coils included1/4" (6 mm) box—100 × 5/16" (8 mm)100 × 5/16" (8 mm)
Warranty1 year1 year1 year2 years
Shipping box20.8" × 14.3" × 7.5"
(52.8 × 36.3 × 19.1 cm)
15" × 11" × 5"
(38.1 × 27.9 × 12.7 cm)
18" × 9" × 14"
(45.7 × 22.9 × 35.6 cm)
18" × 19" × 14"
(45.7 × 48.3 × 35.6 cm)
Shipping weight14.4 lb
(6.5 kg)
18 lb
(8.2 kg)
20 lb
(9.1 kg)
21 lb
(9.5 kg)
Price$124.90$174.95$234.90$349.95
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CoilBind S-12 FAQ

How many sheets can the S-12 punch at once?

Up to 12 sheets of 20 lb bond (80 gsm) paper per pull, across 46 holes. For thicker documents, punch in batches of 12 and bind the whole stack together. The finished book can be up to 2" thick.

Does the CoilBind S-12 have an electric coil inserter?

No. Coils are threaded through by hand. If you bind more than a few documents a week, the CoilBind S-15 adds an electric coil inserter and a free crimper for $50.05 more.

What coils does the S-12 use?

Standard 4:1 pitch plastic spiral coils, from 1/4" to 2" (6 to 50 mm) diameter. The machine ships with a free box of 1/4" (6 mm) coils to get you started.

Do I need a crimper with the S-12?

Yes. Crimping pliers bend the coil ends so the coil cannot spin out of the document. They are not included with the S-12 and are sold separately.

What warranty does the S-12 have?

A 1-year manufacturer defective parts warranty.

What paper sizes can the S-12 bind?

Any document with a binding edge up to 11.8" (300 mm), including letter and A4 along the long edge, and smaller formats such as half-letter.

Questions about coil binding? Talk to a technician, not a call centre.