HD7000/HD6500 vs MP2500IX

COMPETITIVE COMPARISON: HD 7000/HD 6500 vs MP2500IX

IMPORTANT FEATURES:	HD 7000 Punches	MP2500IX
PATENTED QUICK CHANGE DIE SYSTEM	YES, Patented Locking Levers. Secures the Die in place at both ends, accurate and reliable. Not applicable to HD 6500.	YES. Die is held with only one spring detent on one end, is susceptible to wear and can cause punch alignment problems.
AVERAGE 41 SHEETS PER LIFT	YES, 41 Sheets average for all hole patterns.	NO, 22 SHEETS
AUTO ANTI JAM	YES. Prevents jams before they occur.	YES
SAFETY INTERLOCKS	YES. UL and CE safety interlocks.	YES
MANUAL REVERSE BACKUP	YES. Prevents downtime due to jams created by operator error.	NO. Creates down time. Machine may require disassembly to remove jams.
CHOICE OF 3 PUNCHING ACTIVATORS	YES. 3 - Foot Pedal, Versa Switch, Palm Switch	NO. 2 - Foot Pedal & Palm Switch
14" (356mm) MAXIMUM PUNCHING WIDTH	YES. 14" (356mm) ON ALL HOLE PATTERNS.	NO. 12" (304mm) except COMB, VB at 15" (380mm) & SB at 14" (356mm).
U-VIEW CHIP WASTE TRAY	YES. LARGE CAPACITY, METAL TRAY with open view that prevents all overfills, reducing down time. Has 150% more capacity & can be emptied with a vacuum.	NO. MEDIUM CAPACITY PLASTIC TRAY. Waste is hidden from operator's view, causing overfills. Requires a sensor to prevent jams & excessive downtime.
DUAL DIE SET SENSORS	YES. Will not operate unless both the Die locks are securely locked in place.	NO. If interlock fails machine can be damaged.
PULL PIN LABELS ON DIE	YES	YES
PATENTED SWING AWAY PIN RETAINER	YES. Heat treated steel for durability. All punch pins are secured. Pin retainer is attached to the Die & cannot be misplaced.	YES, copy of PDI design.
ALL STEEL DIES	YES	NO, made of light materials.
CHOICE OF STANDARD & CUSTOM DIES	YES, 12 STANDARD DIES. 14 CUSTOM DIES.	NO. 11 Standard DIES.
UPGRADE TO AUTO PUNCH	YES RAF-11 AUTO FEEDER will attach to existing punch & automatically punch at 28,000 sheets per hour.	NO
NEW FEATURE UPGRADES	YES	NO
UNI-BODY ONE PIECE DESIGN	YES. All metal case provides strength & durability. If necessary, is easy to maintain.	NO. Sheet Metal Case over Cast Frame. Not as durable. Frame can break if dropped.
CHOICE OF DIE STORAGE RACKS	YES. Optional: Attachable 4 Die Rack, Stand Alone 4 Die Rack or Stand Alone 8 Die Rack	NO
1 YEAR MACHINE WARRANTY	YES at no extra charge.	NO. 90 DAYS. One year at additional charge.
1 YEAR DIE WARRANTY	YES, 1 YEAR at no additional charges.	NO. 90 DAYS. An additional charge if covered in 1 year extended warranty.
SUGGESTED MACHINE RETAIL	$3795.00 ONE STANDARD DIE PATTERN INCLUDED	$2690.00 WITH ONE DIE.
ADDITIONAL STANDARD DIE	$ 725.00	$ 695.00
COMPARISON SCORE: OUT OF 19 POSSIBLE FEATURES	RHIN-O-TUFF SCORES 19	MP2500IX SCORES 5

SUMMARY
HD 7000 / HD 6500 vs MP2500IX
The actual factory recommended paper capacity by Die pattern are as follows:

Die Pattern	HD 7000 High Capacity	Maximum Width	MP2500IX Reg. Capacity	Maximum Width	% of increase 8½ x 11	% of increase 8½ x 14
4-1 Coil	30 sheets	14 inch	17 sheets	12 inch	76%	152%
3-1 round	40 sheets	14 inch	22 sheets	12 inch	81%	162%
2-1 round	37 sheets	14 inch	20 sheets	12 inch	85%	170%
3-1 square	34 sheets	14 inch	22 sheets	12 inch	54%	108%
2-1 square	35 sheets	14 inch	20 sheets	12 inch	75%	150%
Multi 3 Hole	55 sheets	14 inch	25 sheets	12 inch	120%	240%
VB	55 sheets	14 inch	29 sheets	15 inch	89%	178%
Comb	40 sheets	14 inch	25 sheets	15 inch	60%	120%
Total Average:	41 sheets		22 sheets		88%	179%

Paper Capacity Figures were taken from factory instruction booklets and factory specifications.

In punching capacity alone the HD 7000 or HD 6500 offers more than 88% added productivity. The extra sheet capacity will provide the user with up to 240% more daily output for only 22% more investment. Performance Design has no hidden costs and no extra charge for our standard year's warranty, and our warranty covers both the Machine and the Die.

The Rhin-O-Tuff HD 7000 and HD 6500 are superior punches to the MP2500IX in every manner of measurement. These Rhinos have now become a standard in the graphics industry with 10,000 units installed throughout the US and Canada and more than 1,000 of these to one large account. These simple and unpretentious machines are known for rugged durability and for being first with new innovative features. The Quick Change Die, Swing Away Pin Retainer, Auto Anti Jam Reverse with manual reverse backup, Attachable Die Rack, and Upgradeable to an Auto Punch, are just a few examples.

An excellent endorsement of PDI punching products comes from the manufacturer of the MP2500IX. Having recently introduced a model of Vertical Feed Punch, they say in their literature, "The vertical punch throat eliminates punching skew to provide a more consistent punch." We could not have said it better except maybe to add... "and over 10,000 user of Rhin-O-Tuffs would agree."

PDI Machines are UL and CE approved - not just built to the standard. No expense was spared in order to insure that our customers are receiving the best value for their dollar. The machines are sold and serviced by Dealers exclusively throughout the USA, Canada, Mexico and now Europe.

See the video on the RAF-11 and additional information on other innovative PDI products on our website.

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