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How to choose a laminator

Laminators are great for preserving and displaying your important photos and documents, but there are so many models and features available today, it can be hard picking the right one for you. That's where the OnTimeSupplies.com Knowledge Base articles come in handy -- they help you get just the right office supplies to meet your needs. This guide explains what consideration you need to take into account while shopping for your laminator, and which safety and anti-jamming features are worth the investment.

How often will you use the laminator?

Intended for one person to use a few times a month in a home or home office.

Intended for one to three people to use a few times a week at home or in a small office.

Intended for daily office use by three or more users.

Multiple Users
For frequent, daily use by multiple users in an educational or professional environment

How strong does the lamination need to be?

For occasional filing, handling or posting of menus, photos or other items where pouch flexibility is acceptable.	For moderate handling, filing or posting of items such as photos, legal files or recipe cards.
For daily handling, filing or posting of items such as sales materials, calenders, luggage and ID cards.	For intensive daily handling or usage of items such as reference documents, displays, easels, posters, signs and more.

How wide are the documents you need to laminate?

Photo
Maximum Lamination Width 4"

Document
Maximum Lamination Width 9"

Wide Format
Maximum Lamination Width 13"

Extra-Wide Format
Maximum Lamination Width 27"

Safety Features

Auto Shutoff: Prevents overheating when laminator is not in use.

Heat Guard Technology: Double-walled insulation keeps heat inside laminating machine so it remains cool to the touch. Perfect for classrooms or crafting with kids.

Anti-Jamming Features

Jam Release Button: Releases the tension between the rollers so you can remove the pouch.

Reverse Function: Reverses rollers to disengage pouch for removal or re-centering.

EasyAccess Function: Opens laminator to provide easy access for cleaning and maintenance, as well as to remove mis-feeds.

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