Manual Perforator

A manual perforator punches tiny holes through the paper in the shape of letters, numbers, or dates — physically removing material from the document rather than printing on top of it. The result is a permanent impression that can't be erased, overwritten, or altered without it being immediately obvious. This makes perforated text far more secure than stamps or printed text for things like cheque protection, document authentication, form voiding, or marking original records with a date or company identifier.

A text perforator (Pernuma Perfoset I/T and II/T) uses a fixed set of characters — typically a company name, a word like "VOID" or "CANCELLED", or a custom phrase — that is permanently set into the machine. It's ideal when the same message needs to be perforated into documents repeatedly without changing. A date perforator (Pernuma Perfoset I/D and II/D) uses interchangeable metal slides, so the date or number can be updated as needed. This makes it the right choice for daily document control, received stamps, or any workflow where the perforated content changes over time.

The Roman numerals refer to the sheet capacity of the machine. Pernuma I models (Perfoset I/T and I/D) can perforate up to 15 sheets of 70gsm paper in a single operation, with an insertion depth of about 75mm. Pernuma II models (Perfoset II/T and II/D) can handle up to 25 sheets at once, with a deeper insertion depth of 100mm and a wider text area. If you're perforating single sheets or small sets, the I models are sufficient. For thicker stacks or larger documents, go with the II.

Single line perforators punch one row of numbers across the document. Double line perforators punch two rows simultaneously — useful when you need more digits, want to perforate in two positions at once, or require a more prominent impression on larger documents. New Kon's double line models also come in pin or level configurations, which affects the activation mechanism. If you're mainly numbering invoices or forms with 7 digits or fewer, a single line model is usually sufficient. For 8 to 10 digit requirements or high-volume document control, the double line models are the better fit.

It depends on the model. The New Kon PR-10 handy perforator is a lighter portable unit suited for single or small-stack use. The larger New Kon fixed models (208 and 207 series) handle thicker stacks. On the Pernuma side, Series I machines handle up to 15 sheets of 70gsm paper per operation, while Series II machines go up to 25 sheets. If you're regularly perforating multi-copy forms or thick document sets, go for a Series II or one of the heavier New Kon fixed models.

Yes — cheque protection is one of the most common use cases for manual perforators in Malaysia. Perforating the amount or "PAID" into a cheque makes it extremely difficult to alter the document fraudulently. Banks and finance teams also use them on payment vouchers, official letters, and contracts. If your primary use is cheque security, the text perforator models are usually the most practical choice since the wording stays fixed.

Yes — we've been supplying and servicing office machines for over 20 years, and perforators are part of that. We carry spare parts and can assist with servicing for the New Kon and Pernuma models we stock. If you need custom text or character sets configured for a Pernuma machine, that's something we handle at the point of order — just let us know what text you need perforated and we'll advise. Contact us or WhatsApp us at 018-207 0021 for any after-sales enquiries.