GBC® CC500 CombBind® Comb Opener

The GBC CC500 CombBind® Finisher is a user-friendly manual comb opener designed for heavy-duty document finishing. Whether you're assembling training manuals, workbooks, or presentations, the CC500 offers a simple, reliable way to open and close plastic comb spines.

Just insert your comb onto the pins, pull the lever to open the spine’s teeth, load on your pages, and push the lever back to finish your document. Its compact size makes it easy to fit into any workspace, while the all-metal body ensures long-lasting durability. The flat design is stack-compatible, for easy addition to a modular punch, creating a powerful, space-saving binding system. You can also use it to separate your punch and bind process, allowing two people to work on a project for extra productivity.

Best Comb Opener For

• K–12 schools and universities making workbooks, course listings, and student handbooks
• Offices producing large report packets and presentations
• Small print shops looking for a cost-effective binding finisher to add extra efficiency to their workflow
• Government agencies handling internal publications and record books

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High binding capacity
• No electricity needed—great for shared spaces
• Durable build quality
• Space-saving, stackable design

Cons

• Manual-only operation; best for mid-volume use
• Requires pre-punched paper or a separate punch

Popular Applications

• Internal training manuals
• Course packets
• Boardroom reports
• Policy and compliance documentation
• Employee handbooks

Key Features:

• Binds up to 500 sheets using 2" plastic comb spines
• 14” maximum binding width fits standard and some oversized documents
• Manual lever for easy comb opening
• Heavy-duty metal build with rubber feet for extra stability
• Stackable design for a modular binding setup
• No electricity required so can be set up virtually anywhere
• Limited 90-day manufacturer warranty