--- product_id: 4158575 title: "Fellowes Star+ Comb Binding Machine, Classroom Must-Haves Manual Binder, 15-Sheet Punch Capacity, Perfect for School Supplies & Classrooms (5006501)" price: "SAR 862" currency: SAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/4158575-fellowes-star-comb-binding-machine-classroom-must-haves-manual-binder store_origin: SA region: Saudi Arabia --- # 15-sheet punch capacity Built-in comb sizing guide Binds up to 150 pages Fellowes Star+ Comb Binding Machine, Classroom Must-Haves Manual Binder, 15-Sheet Punch Capacity, Perfect for School Supplies & Classrooms (5006501) **Price:** SAR 862 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“Ž Bind brilliance into every page β€” your classroom’s secret weapon! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Fellowes Star+ Comb Binding Machine, Classroom Must-Haves Manual Binder, 15-Sheet Punch Capacity, Perfect for School Supplies & Classrooms (5006501) - **How much does it cost?** SAR 862 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/4158575-fellowes-star-comb-binding-machine-classroom-must-haves-manual-binder) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Compact Yet Powerful:** Light-duty design punches 15 sheets and binds up to 150 pages, ideal for daily school prep. - β€’ **Durable & Dependable:** Trusted by educators with a 4.7-star rating, built to handle term-long classroom demands. - β€’ **Integrated Comb Storage:** Keep your combs and sizing tools right where you need them for instant access and efficiency. - β€’ **Precision Punching Every Time:** Vertical paper loader and edge guide guarantee perfectly aligned holesβ€”no more guesswork. - β€’ **Effortless Classroom Organization:** Transform loose worksheets into sleek, reusable learning packets with ease. ## Overview The Fellowes Star+ Comb Binding Machine is a compact, manual binder designed for classrooms and small offices. It punches up to 15 sheets at once and binds up to 150 pages using a 3/4-inch plastic comb. Featuring a vertical paper loader and an accurate edge guide, it ensures consistent hole alignment. Its built-in comb storage tray with sizing guide streamlines organization, making it a reliable, user-friendly tool for creating professional-quality learning materials. ## Description Organize your learning spaces effortlessly with the user-friendly Fellowes Star+ Comb Binding Machine. Perfectly tailored for small offices or low-volume school supplies preparation, this light-duty system manually punches up to 15 sheets of paper and binds up to 150 pages using a 3/4-inch comb. The machine utilizes a vertical paper loader and a built-in edge guide to remove alignment guesswork, protecting your school projects from misaligned holes or torn edges. With its continuous binding design and integrated comb sizing guide to keep materials nearby, this machine is a practical classroom must-have for designing crisp, customized reading booklets or study journals. Review: My 1st Binding Machine - The Star Plus manual binding machine was my first purchase of its kind. I went for the cheapest model ($60) because I wasn't sure how easy or practical it would be for everyday use... It just arrived and I am happy to report that I am in love! I remember using one of these in a grade school class once, it seemed huge and hard to use at the time. The Star Plus is very compact and takes up minimal space on my crafting desk. The Packaging: A The shipment arrived in a huge box but packed well enough that the box inside did not move around. Once I took the 2nd brown box out of the brown desertcart box, I was greeted with the ACTUAL white box of the binding machine nestled between two packing egg-cartons that kept it secure. There was not much inside, just the machine and 2 slips of paper (warranty and a very useless starter guide). The Machine: A- The Star Plus was surprisingly heavy for its size; a good thing. It gives off that feeling of "I'll last for years!" every time I touch or lift of pull on anything. The only thing I dislike is the high gloss finish on the white parts of the machine, but I'll get over it. I've also read reviews where this particular model does wear down over time for others... I'm not sure how heavy they used it, but I'll wait and see. From what I can tell from handling mine, I think it should last long enough to pay for itself. Instructions: F The instructions that came in the box are pretty useless. I went on YouTube and watched a 5 minute video to figure out how to use the machine. Ease of Operation: A+ My favorite part of the whole thing is how easy (and fast) it is for me to bind my own books. This is how simple it is to use: 1) Lift the handle and lid up 2) Slip the covers/papers into the slot 3) Pull the handle down and back up again to punch your holes 4) Place the comb behind the teeth and push it towards you so that they take up the space between each teeth. Make sure that the opening is facing up and that solid spine part is facing down 5) Pull the left lever toward you until it opens the comb wide enough for you to slip the paper in 6) Slip the punched papers into the teeth 7) Push the lever away from you to close the comb and finish binding I love that I can put a bound book back between the teeth to open and edit the pages freely! There is also a tray that holds all the punched mess. There are probably other features I haven't tried yet, but for now, this is all I need to get my book done in a couple minutes. The Cost: A+ Buying from desertcart was the best option. It was about 50% off retail. But more importantly, the component materials were also very cheap on desertcart. There were 8 sizes of combs available to my 150 page capacity machine. The first 4 boxes of 100 each were around $5 each. The other 4 boxes of 100s were about $10 each. They retail for about $15. I also ordered the clear plastic covers but may just look for some heavy cardstock to make my own covers in the future. This was a much cheaper alternative to the thermal (Helios) machines I was looking at. Those thermal covers cost so much! Plus, I like the ability to remove/add to my books with the comb system. And the fact that I don't have to plug anything in or worry about heating problems. If my Star Plus ever breaks down or if I ever feel the need to bind more than 150 pages at a time, I won't hesitate to purchase the higher models. Just wish I'd bought one of these things sooner. Review: Keep organized - This is truly is a wonderful and easy product to use. The quality of the product is great. I'm a Realtor and when I use this to put property profiles of the homes I've scheduled to see. It's all in one packet and they can write notes on that property profile instead of a plain sheet of paper. You can use this product in SO many other ways too! ## Features - IDEAL FOR CLASSROOMS: A reliable choice for everyday school supplies prep, this light-duty binder combines a compact design with a smooth mechanical flow to help educators turn loose worksheets into beautifully bound, reusable learning packets and reading logs. - LIGHT-DUTY PUNCHING: Manually punches up to 15 sheets of paper at a time, making it highly convenient for crafting personalized student assignments or custom project templates on demand. - STREAMLINED CAPACITIES: Binds up to 150 sheets utilizing a standard 3/4-inch plastic comb, helping teachers maintain clean, highly accessible reference records that last all term. - ACCURATE PUNCH GUIDE: An enhanced accuracy edge guide pairs with a vertical document loader to effortlessly center your papers, ensuring consistent punch alignment and uniform margins across all of your processed materials. - SUPPLY STORAGE TRAY: A convenient built-in comb storage tray features an integrated measurement device to help you instantly select the exact comb width required for your current classroom organization tasks. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B008WJYMTQ | | Best Sellers Rank | #38,012 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #18 in Binding Machines | | Brand | Fellowes | | Color | Gray | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,805) | | Date First Available | November 3, 2011 | | Item Weight | 9.7 pounds | | Item model number | 5006501 | | Manufacturer | Fellowes | | Manufacturer Part Number | 5006501 | | Material Type | Plastic | | Number of Drawers | 2 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 3.13 x 9.81 x 17.69 inches | | Shape | L-Shape | | Size | 3.1" x 17.7" x 9.8" | ## Images ![Fellowes Star+ Comb Binding Machine, Classroom Must-Haves Manual Binder, 15-Sheet Punch Capacity, Perfect for School Supplies & Classrooms (5006501) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61fCkHVGsLL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you use wire combs** A: I found an answer from Apr 4, 2015 - Chris C. wrote, "This is a comb binder only, you would need to purchase a specific binder for wire. One we carry and recommend is the Fellowes Quasar Wire." Another person said this binder is for plastic combs only. **Q: Will this machine punch through a laminated document/page?** A: Not very well, I've had this machine for a year and when I try to punch through laminate sheets it doesn't cleanly cut through it and then I have to get a scissor and cut off the still attached pieces. **Q: Can I use this to add more pages to a book I've already put together? Or is it a one shot thing?** A: You can add more pages but it's labor intensive. You have to remove the current binding, add the pages and rebind. You may be able to put the book and binding back on the machine, carefully put the new pages on top and close the binding up again. This also depends where in the book you want to add new pages since you will have to manually put on the backend wherever you are in the book. **Q: Will the book that results lay flat? This is what I need for binding music, which then will go on a music stand.** A: Then bind them at the top! That's all i can think to do. It's really stupid that music is 1" larger in each dimension. I'm having the same issue. I wanted to scan the book so I can use it on my computer as a pdf, still too big! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My 1st Binding Machine *by N***. on June 9, 2016* The Star Plus manual binding machine was my first purchase of its kind. I went for the cheapest model ($60) because I wasn't sure how easy or practical it would be for everyday use... It just arrived and I am happy to report that I am in love! I remember using one of these in a grade school class once, it seemed huge and hard to use at the time. The Star Plus is very compact and takes up minimal space on my crafting desk. The Packaging: A The shipment arrived in a huge box but packed well enough that the box inside did not move around. Once I took the 2nd brown box out of the brown Amazon box, I was greeted with the ACTUAL white box of the binding machine nestled between two packing egg-cartons that kept it secure. There was not much inside, just the machine and 2 slips of paper (warranty and a very useless starter guide). The Machine: A- The Star Plus was surprisingly heavy for its size; a good thing. It gives off that feeling of "I'll last for years!" every time I touch or lift of pull on anything. The only thing I dislike is the high gloss finish on the white parts of the machine, but I'll get over it. I've also read reviews where this particular model does wear down over time for others... I'm not sure how heavy they used it, but I'll wait and see. From what I can tell from handling mine, I think it should last long enough to pay for itself. Instructions: F The instructions that came in the box are pretty useless. I went on YouTube and watched a 5 minute video to figure out how to use the machine. Ease of Operation: A+ My favorite part of the whole thing is how easy (and fast) it is for me to bind my own books. This is how simple it is to use: 1) Lift the handle and lid up 2) Slip the covers/papers into the slot 3) Pull the handle down and back up again to punch your holes 4) Place the comb behind the teeth and push it towards you so that they take up the space between each teeth. Make sure that the opening is facing up and that solid spine part is facing down 5) Pull the left lever toward you until it opens the comb wide enough for you to slip the paper in 6) Slip the punched papers into the teeth 7) Push the lever away from you to close the comb and finish binding I love that I can put a bound book back between the teeth to open and edit the pages freely! There is also a tray that holds all the punched mess. There are probably other features I haven't tried yet, but for now, this is all I need to get my book done in a couple minutes. The Cost: A+ Buying from Amazon was the best option. It was about 50% off retail. But more importantly, the component materials were also very cheap on Amazon. There were 8 sizes of combs available to my 150 page capacity machine. The first 4 boxes of 100 each were around $5 each. The other 4 boxes of 100s were about $10 each. They retail for about $15. I also ordered the clear plastic covers but may just look for some heavy cardstock to make my own covers in the future. This was a much cheaper alternative to the thermal (Helios) machines I was looking at. Those thermal covers cost so much! Plus, I like the ability to remove/add to my books with the comb system. And the fact that I don't have to plug anything in or worry about heating problems. If my Star Plus ever breaks down or if I ever feel the need to bind more than 150 pages at a time, I won't hesitate to purchase the higher models. Just wish I'd bought one of these things sooner. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Keep organized *by J***A on April 1, 2026* This is truly is a wonderful and easy product to use. The quality of the product is great. I'm a Realtor and when I use this to put property profiles of the homes I've scheduled to see. It's all in one packet and they can write notes on that property profile instead of a plain sheet of paper. You can use this product in SO many other ways too! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Loving this Fellowes Binder *by D***R on August 6, 2015* I have been trying to convince my hubs that this would be a great investment for our homeschooling adventure, well he finally saw the light! I ordered this wonderful Fellowes Binding Starr Plus Machine about a week ago and have already made a dozen books. I've used it to make our children's planners, e-books and curriculum. I received my binder and supplies pretty quickly and it was packaged very well. I ordered the Fellowes brand plastic combs in 2 sizes, 1/4" and 1" in the same order. This binder was described as a 19 punch machine but is fact a 21 punching machine. It also says (in the literature that comes with the binder) that the maximum comb size is 18mm (150 pgs) but I tried a 1" comb and made it work. It's a bit of a pain because the comb doesn't open up as much as a smaller size but if you are patient you can make it work. I also ordered additional combs, 5/16" (21-40 pg) & 3/8" (41-55 pgs) and they work just great! I will probably try out some off brand combs eventually since I need to try out a few more size combs for various projects. This binder has many great features like the storage tray with built in comb sizer. It is located on the right side of the binder and has been handy for me a time or two. There is also a small window on the top side of the binder so you can see how many punches are in the dump bin, you want to empty this out several times in a session if you are a heavy user, found out the hard way so trust me it's important. Another feature I like is the adjustable edge guide. You can adjust the edge marker quite easily and it makes punching you papers so much easier and faster. I also love the portability of this binder and its compact size. Sure there are smaller binders out them that can be stored in a drawer but I wanted one that would last me for years to come. I also recommend watching the video on fellowes.com about this binder since the instructions on inserting the comb are very precise. I would totally recommend this binder to anyone who homeschools, it has been a blessing to us. ## Frequently Bought Together - Fellowes Binding Machine Star+ Comb Binding (5006501), 3.1" x 17.7" x 9.8" - Fellowes Plastic Binding Comb 3/8" Black, 100Pack - Fellowes 52089 Binding Presentation Covers, 8mil, Letter, 100 Pack, Clear --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/4158575-fellowes-star-comb-binding-machine-classroom-must-haves-manual-binder](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/4158575-fellowes-star-comb-binding-machine-classroom-must-haves-manual-binder) --- *Product available on Desertcart Saudi Arabia* *Store origin: SA* *Last updated: 2026-09-18*