--- product_id: 278036772 title: "Fellowes Binding Machine Helios 60 Thermal (5219501),Platinum/Graphite" brand: "fellowes" price: "R9915" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Fellowes" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/278036772-fellowes-binding-machine-helios-60-thermal-5219501-platinum-graphite store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Binds up to 600 sheets 1-3 min thermal binding cycle Heat Shield safety barrier Fellowes Binding Machine Helios 60 Thermal (5219501),Platinum/Graphite **Brand:** fellowes **Price:** R9915 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔥 Bind Big, Bind Fast, Bind Safe! 🔥 ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Fellowes Binding Machine Helios 60 Thermal (5219501),Platinum/Graphite by fellowes - **How much does it cost?** R9915 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/278036772-fellowes-binding-machine-helios-60-thermal-5219501-platinum-graphite) ## Best For - fellowes enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted fellowes brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Massive Capacity:** Bind up to 600 sheets in a single step—perfect for large projects and busy offices. - • **Safety First Design:** Heat Shield barrier and auto shut-off prevent accidents and overheating, so you can bind worry-free. - • **Sleek & Space-Savvy:** Modern platinum/graphite finish folds flat for easy storage without sacrificing style. - • **Speed Meets Precision:** Fast 1-3 minute thermal binding with a quick 4-minute heat-up to keep your workflow smooth. - • **Effortless Auto Binding:** Auto document thickness detection and binding cycle for flawless results every time. ## Overview The Fellowes Helios 60 Thermal Binding Machine is a professional-grade office essential designed for high-volume use. It automatically detects document thickness and adjusts binding settings, handling up to 600 sheets in one go with a rapid 1-3 minute cycle. Safety features like a Heat Shield barrier and auto shut-off ensure secure operation, while its sleek, fold-flat design fits seamlessly into any modern workspace. Ideal for managers and professionals who demand efficiency, quality, and style in document presentation. ## Description Ideal for frequent use in large offices, the Fellowes Helios 60 Thermal Binding Machine features an auto document thickness detector with auto-binding cycle that selects thermal binding settings for the user. Binds documents up to 600 sheets in a single step. 1-3 minute thermal binding cycle with 4-minute heat-up time. Heat Shield safety barrier prevents accidental contact with the heating plate. Visual indicators signal when machine is ready for thermal binding and heat cycle begins once document is loaded. Ready-beep sounds when thermal binding cycle is complete. Internal clamps hold documents in place during thermal binding process. Auto shut-off safety feature prevents overheating. Stylish design folds flat for storage. For use with thermal binding covers only. Review: OK, review time...I have only been using this binder off-and-on for a few short weeks now. And I have only used it to bind about 10 or 12 projects so far. But I have learned a few things while using it that I think are important. 1. The machine is only as good as the materials you use in it. 2. That burning smell goes away after a few uses...or maybe your nose just adapts to it. 3. Reading the directions every time you use the device will cut down on mistakes. There are only 5 steps. Pay attention to them. 4. Go back and re-read #1. That is the most important thing I can tell you. This machine is great. It does exactly what it is supposed to do. It is simple to use. Follow the steps each time and it will work. Having said that, pay close attention to what you use in it. Does this impact the review for this machine? Absolutely not. But I think you should know about it when purchasing this equipment. I use the Fellowes binding supplies as well as others that work for this sort of machine. Regardless of supplies, I recommend purchasing a good stapler that will staple through the amount of paper you are binding. I staple AND bind using the machine and that makes all the difference in the world. Otherwise I personally feel that the glue might not hold as well as I would like - and that is NOT a failing of this machine by any means. The binding machine does exactly what it is supposed to do, and does it well. But if you make a cake using subpar ingredients and then bake it, do you blame the oven when it comes out bad? Review: Excellent quality and provides professional results. ## Features - Item Category: Office Products - Item Trademark: FELLOWES - manufacture: fellowes ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002T03VIW | | Best Sellers Rank | #49,450 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #151 in Binding Machines & Accessories | | Brand | Fellowes | | Color | Platinum/Graphite | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (303) | | Date First Available | 6 August 2012 | | Ink Color | black | | Item Weight | 3.6 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Fellowes | | Manufacturer Part Number | 5219501 | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model number | 5219501 | | Number of Drawers | 2 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 23.97 x 53.02 x 10 cm; 3.6 kg | | Sheet Size | A4 | | Size | Helios 60 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Fellowes - **Colour:** Platinum/Graphite - **Item weight:** 7.94 Pounds - **Product dimensions:** 53L x 24W x 10H centimeters - **Sheet size:** A4 ## Images ![Fellowes Binding Machine Helios 60 Thermal (5219501),Platinum/Graphite - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61mHQ5hB1SL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you staple pages before thermal binding with the Helios 30/60? I worry about pages falling out.** A: Yes. It works very well. The glue is strong but some times couple of pages come out from the binding books. As long as you use staple with glue. It is perfect. They are not recomand to use staple, but it works better. I made many thick binding books with staple and glue. none of them failed. **Q: I am looking to purchase a thermal binder for my school library--can this system be used to re-bind paperback books that have pages coming loose?** A: In theory, yes. The only thing that can be an obstacle is whether the heat from the machine will affect the book spine... e.g. warping, melting, and cracking. We use it to make custom books and the quality of the spine after heating really depends on the cover paper coatings. **Q: Do you have to use their binder covers? Or can you just use a thermal binding glue strip so you can use your own cover.** A: I tried both cases. All works well. I tried binding glue strip with own cover which I used own printed photo paper as cover. It looks good with pretty strong binding. I bought some covers. It looks like commercial binding. Overall I am happy with this binder. Even though binder glue is good, I always use staple to make extra binding power. It is not recommend by fellows, but I have used. None of page comes out from my bindings so far. **Q: Can you use any cover you want (for example, heavy cardstock) or do you have to use their specific covers?** A: I have used lots of different covers: chipboard, cardstock, report covers, etc. Anything that will not melt at a lower temperature than the hot glue/adhesive. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by J***S on 5 May 2017* OK, review time...I have only been using this binder off-and-on for a few short weeks now. And I have only used it to bind about 10 or 12 projects so far. But I have learned a few things while using it that I think are important. 1. The machine is only as good as the materials you use in it. 2. That burning smell goes away after a few uses...or maybe your nose just adapts to it. 3. Reading the directions every time you use the device will cut down on mistakes. There are only 5 steps. Pay attention to them. 4. Go back and re-read #1. That is the most important thing I can tell you. This machine is great. It does exactly what it is supposed to do. It is simple to use. Follow the steps each time and it will work. Having said that, pay close attention to what you use in it. Does this impact the review for this machine? Absolutely not. But I think you should know about it when purchasing this equipment. I use the Fellowes binding supplies as well as others that work for this sort of machine. Regardless of supplies, I recommend purchasing a good stapler that will staple through the amount of paper you are binding. I staple AND bind using the machine and that makes all the difference in the world. Otherwise I personally feel that the glue might not hold as well as I would like - and that is NOT a failing of this machine by any means. The binding machine does exactly what it is supposed to do, and does it well. But if you make a cake using subpar ingredients and then bake it, do you blame the oven when it comes out bad? ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by G***O on 12 March 2022* Excellent quality and provides professional results. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by A***O on 8 April 2017* Este es mi segundo producto fellowes, el primero es una engargoladora muy bonita y muy útil por cierto. Esta encuadernadora la compré por varias razones; precio, disponibilidad de amazon mx, prime, y por su apariencia también pues otras están muy sencillas o feas y otras de plano parecen hechas en casa con herramientas rudimentarias. Es un producto que en fotografía se ve más pequeño pero cuando la recibí y desempaqué me di cuenta que es muy ancha y a mi en lo personal me hubiera gustado que fuera un poco más compacta aunque cambiara un poco el diseño, es muy ligera y parece que no tiene partes de metal por el peso, cuando no se está utilizando se cierra y no ocupa espacio verticalmente y es bonita En cuanto a la operación pues es muy sencilla, en la parte inferior izquierda tiene unas guías en donde se indican los ajustes para encuadernar cualquier proyecto de hasta 300 hojas en el caso de la helios 30 y 600 en la helios 60, emite un sonido cuando se selecciona el nivel y tiempo, y también cuando termina el ciclo de calentamiento para sacar el documento y dejarlo en la parte trasera para enfriar por 5 minutos. Las portadas térmicas de la misma marca son un poco caras por el momento, pero espero que pronto tengan disponibles otras marcas o incluso las tiras de pegamento para poder usar cualquier portada como estás disponibles en amazon usa. El documento terminado tiene una apariencia muy profesional, limpia y elegante, no se compara para nada con los otros métodos de encuadernado o engargolado, ya sea el espiral metálico o los de plástico, la recomiendo mucho para las personas exigentes en cuanto a la calidad y presentación de sus proyectos. Si en el transcurso de los meses surge nueva información la publicaré como actualizaciones. ## Frequently Bought Together - Fellowes Thermal Binding Machine, Helios 60, Platinum/Graphite (5219501) - Fellowes 1/8-Inch Thermal Binding Covers, 10-Pack, Black (5222701) - Fellowes 3/4-Inch Binding Covers Thermal, 10-Pack, Black (5256801) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/278036772-fellowes-binding-machine-helios-60-thermal-5219501-platinum-graphite](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/278036772-fellowes-binding-machine-helios-60-thermal-5219501-platinum-graphite) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-06-08*