Description
Horizon BQ-140 Perfect Binder For Parts 250 CPH Single Clamp Double-Pass Rough
The Horizon BQ-140 is a single-clamp hot-melt perfect binder designed for short- to medium-run book and booklet production. It uses a double-pass roughing system to prepare the spine before applying hot-melt adhesive, then clamps the cover around the bound book block. This unit is being sold as-is for parts or repair and has not been confirmed functional.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: Horizon BQ-140
- Number of Clamps: 1
- Spine Preparation: Double-pass roughing
- Cover Insertion: Manual
- In-line Scoring: No
- Cycle Speed: Up to 250 cycles per hour
- Maximum Binding Thickness: Up to 1.2"
- Minimum Book Size: 5.8" x 4.1"
- Maximum Book Size: 11.8" (spine) x 15.7"
- Clamp Type: Dynamic nipper clamp
- Operation: Single-person operation
- Mobility: Castors for easy repositioning
- Undercarriage blower motor (Fasico brand) and dust collection bag present
- Includes: Kinko's Standard BQ-140 Finishing Equipment User Guide
- Sold as-is for parts or repair — no functionality guarantee
Applications
The Horizon BQ-140 is a compact, entry-level perfect binder aimed at print shops, copy centers (including Kinko's locations, where this model was widely deployed), and in-plant print rooms that need to produce soft-cover perfect-bound books, catalogs, manuals, and booklets. Perfect binding uses hot-melt glue applied to a roughed spine to attach a wraparound cover, producing the flat-spined books common in paperbacks and trade publications. Single-clamp machines like the BQ-140 handle one book cycle at a time, making them well-suited for short runs and on-demand production. At up to 250 cycles per hour, the BQ-140 sits in the lower-volume segment of the perfect binder market. Parts from this machine — including the glue pot assembly, clamp mechanism, nipper, blower motor, and transport rollers — are sought after for servicing other BQ-140 units still in operation.
This Horizon BQ-140 Perfect Binder is being sold as-is for parts or repair. The unit does not have a confirmed working status — it has not been powered or tested at our facility. Photos of the interior (image 8) show significant adhesive residue and debris around the glue pot area, indicating the machine was previously in active production use. The undercarriage blower motor and dust bag are present. A Kinko's Standard BQ-140 Finishing Equipment User Guide is included. The exterior shows scuffing and general wear consistent with a commercial print shop environment. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing. This item is sold strictly as-is with no functionality guarantee. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Horizon |
Model: |
BQ-140 |
MPN: |
BQ-140 |
Type: |
Perfect Binder |
SKU: |
25625 |
Seller Notes: |
Includes Kinko's Standard BQ-140 Finishing Equipment User Guide. Sold as-is for parts or repair. |
Number of Clamps: |
1 |
Spine Preparation: |
Double-pass roughing |
Cover Insertion: |
Manual |
In-line Scoring: |
No |
Cycle Speed: |
Up to 250 cycles per hour |
Maximum Binding Thickness: |
Up to 1.2" |
Minimum Book Size: |
5.8" x 4.1" |
Maximum Book Size (Spine): |
11.8" (spine) x 15.7" |
Transport: |
Castors / wheels for easy moving |
Operation: |
Single-person operation |
Clamp Type: |
Dynamic nipper clamp |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Japan |
Form Factor: |
Freestanding / Floor Unit on Castors |
Condition Notes: |
Horizon BQ-140 Perfect Binder sold as-is for parts or repair. Not powered or tested at our facility. Interior shows adhesive residue/debris. Blower motor and dust bag present. Kinko's user guide included. No functionality guarantee. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |