Rhin-O-Tuff Tornado AutoPunch EX

The Rhin-O-Tuff Tornado AutoPunch EX is an industry-breakthrough system designed to save binding service providers an average of 40% in process efficiency, dramatically reducing overall costs. The Tornado AutoPunch EX utilizes BDT Print Media’s advanced media handling technology to automatically feed, collate, punch, and deliver offset book stacks ready for binding in a single platform.

Accommodating mixed media runs and handling the widest range of media in the industry, from 60gsm – 312gsm, the Tornado AutoPunch EX provides operators with incredible flexibility at speeds up to 10,800 sheets per hour. Interchangeable die sets allow easy switching between Letter and A4 formats in 9 binding styles. These advanced features combine with easily programmable job set-up, monitoring, and changeovers to make the Tornado AutoPunch EX the ideal solution for on-demand print environments.

Features:

• 7 Touchscreen Display: Touch function color display with job set-up and monitoring capabilities including Quick Start Mode, Preset Media Types, Job Status, Punch/Die Cycle Count, and Chip Bin Status
• Sheet Sizes: Punched Edge from 8.27" - 12", Unpunched Edge from 5.5" - 12.5", and Index Tabs up to .5" Tab Extension
• Wide Range of Media: 60gsm - 312gsm including Uncoated Bond Paper, Text/Offset, Coated Paper, Paper, Plastic (Acetate/PVS), Vinyl Covers/Tabs, and more
• Interposer Bin Capacity: Up to 1" of covers/index tabs/insert sheets
• Main Bin Capacity: Up to 2500 sheets of 20 lb. bond
• Punching Speed: Up to 10,800 sheets per hour of 20 lb. bond
• Interchangeable Die Sets: Letter and A4 formats in 9 binding styles
• Offset Stacker: Up to 2700 sheets of 20 lb. bond
• Weight: Approximately 700 lbs.
• Dimensions: 28" x 59" x 59"
• Voltage: 115 Volt, 60 Hz 8.5A
• Safety Certification:  UL-CSA Approval
• Warranty: One-Year Limited Warranty

Die Set Specs:

• RFID Chip: Displays die set type in LCD screen and tracks/displays number of punch cycles/die set
• Disengageable Punch Pins: Pins pull out to avoid half-punches on varying paper sizes
• Machine Storage: Integrated storage for up to 4 extra die sets

Various Die Set Styles:

• 19/21 Hole Plastic Comb
• 4:1 Color Coil- Round and Oversized Oval Hole
• 3:1 Twin Loop Wire- Square and Round Hole
• 2:1 Twin Loop Wire- Square and Round Hole
• 11/12 Hole VeloBind
• Loose-Leaf 3-5-7 Hole and 2-Hole Medical
• Loose-Leaf A4 2-4 Hole

Specs:

Rhin-O-Tuff Tornado AutoPunch EX Spec Sheet

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