James Burn 2:1 Square-Hole Punch Die - 28 Holes (6x6mm), 10 Retractable Pins

The James Burn International 2:1 square-hole punch die (manufacturer part L98003A) is interchangeable tooling that punches the 2:1 wire-binding pattern - twenty-eight square holes, 6x6mm each, on a 3mm margin, with ten retractable pins. The 2:1 square-hole pattern is the standard hole layout for twin-loop wire binding, and the retractable pins let the operator skip holes so shorter sheets punch cleanly without partial holes at the edge.

Per our catalog this die is specified for the James Burn AlphaDoc. It is built-to-order tooling, manufactured by James Burn International in France, so it is quoted and produced for your order rather than shelf-stocked. As an authorized James Burn dealer, Mid-State Litho supplies genuine JBI dies, confirms the correct pattern and pin configuration for your machine before you order, and backs the purchase with delivery, installation guidance, operator training and service across Michigan and the Great Lakes region.

The James Burn punching line and 2:1 wire binding

James Burn automatic punches are built around interchangeable dies, so one machine can produce several binding patterns. A 2:1 square-hole die like this one produces the pattern used for twin-loop wire binding; other dies produce comb, coil and additional formats. Retractable pins are the practical touch - dropping selected pins skips holes so a shorter sheet does not finish with a partial hole. The James Burn machine line runs from the Easypunch through the CoverPunch and the higher-volume Docupunch Plus.

Fitment: James Burn AlphaDoc

This die is specified for the James Burn AlphaDoc per our catalog. If you are matching a die to a different James Burn punch, contact Mid-State Litho and we will confirm the correct 2:1 die and pin configuration for your machine before you order - James Burn tooling is machine-specific, so getting the fit right up front matters.

Choosing between the 2:1 dies

Mid-State Litho carries more than one 2:1 square-hole die. This die is the 28-hole, 10-retractable-pin configuration. If you need every pin retractable, see the 28-hole 2:1 die with all 28 pins retractable; for a wider sheet, see the 48-hole 2:1 die. Choose by the pin configuration and hole count your finished sheet needs.

Why buy from Mid-State Litho

Mid-State Litho is a family-owned Michigan print-finishing dealer and an authorized James Burn International dealer. Every die we sell is genuine JBI tooling. We help you match the correct pattern, pitch and pin configuration to your machine before you order, and we support the purchase with delivery, installation guidance, operator training, parts and service.

Frequently asked questions

Which machine does this die fit?

Per our catalog it is specified for the James Burn AlphaDoc. James Burn dies are machine-specific, so contact us to confirm the correct die if you run a different James Burn punch.

What does "2:1 square hole, 28 holes, 10 retractable pins" mean?

2:1 square-hole is the hole pattern used for twin-loop wire binding. This die punches twenty-eight 6x6mm square holes on a 3mm margin, and ten of its pins retract so the operator can skip holes for shorter sheets.

What are retractable pins for?

Retracting selected pins removes them from the punch stroke, so a shorter sheet does not finish with a partial hole at the edge. It lets one die handle several sheet lengths cleanly.

Is this die built to order?

Yes. James Burn dies are manufactured to order in France, so this tooling is quoted and produced for your order. Request a quote for current lead time.

How do I order?

Request a quote from Mid-State Litho. As an authorized James Burn dealer we confirm the correct die for your machine, provide dealer pricing, and give the current build-to-order lead time.