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Choosing the Right Binder

Binder Types

Lever Arch Binders

Lever arch binders

These durable binders have two rings and a metal clamp that holds papers securely.

Number of Rings Ring Size Paper Size Suitable For
2 25-85mm A4 & foolscap Filing & archiving

Ring Binders

Ring binders

There are O-ring and D-ring binders available. O rings are circular and open from the top. D rings are shaped like a D, open from the side and have a greater capacity than O rings. The more rings, the more stable the pages within the binder.

Number of Rings Ring Size Paper Size Suitable For
2, 3 & 4 20-65mm A3 & A4 Everyday use

Insert Binders

Ring binders

These binders have a clear plastic sleeve on the front, back and spine so you can customise them.

Number of Rings Ring Size Paper Size Suitable For
2, 3 & 4 19-65mm A3, A4 & A5 Presentations, proposals & reports

Binder Capacity

A binder's capacity is measured by ring size. Measure the ring from the inside top of the fitting to the inside bottom. The larger the ring, the more sheets it can hold.

Below are the most popular binders available at Officeworks.

Binder Type Ring Size Capacity
Lever arch 70mm Up to 375 sheets
Half lever arch 50mm Up to 250 sheets
D ring 25mm Up to 250 sheets
D ring 38mm Up to 300 sheets
D ring 50mm Up to 400 sheets
O ring 25mm Up to 175 sheets
O ring 38mm Up to 280 sheets
O ring 50mm Up to 350 sheets

View our range of binders