Galvanised round paperclips for site offices and project administration teams, for everyday document collating and temporary paper fastening.
- 32mm round plain profile, Gem-style wire form
- Galvanised steel wire, zinc-coated for rust resistance
- Smooth release, no lipped ends to snag paper
- Holds up to approximately 20 sheets of 80gsm paper
- Plain silver finish, no coating or colour
- Supplied in a pack of 1,000
Galvanised Round Paperclips 32mm - Plain Steel Wire
Galvanised round paperclips for site offices and project administration teams, for everyday document collating and temporary paper fastening.
- 32mm round plain profile, Gem-style wire form
- Galvanised steel wire, zinc-coated for rust resistance
- Smooth release, no lipped ends to snag paper
- Holds up to approximately 20 sheets of 80gsm paper
- Plain silver finish, no coating or colour
- Supplied in a pack of 1,000
- Buy 5 for £10.62 £8.85 each and save 11%
- Buy 10 for £9.24 £7.70 each and save 23%
| BULK DISCOUNT | 5 | 10 |
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| Price | £8.85 £10.62 | £7.70 £9.24 |
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Galvanised round paperclips are a daily-use consumable in any site office, drawing room, or project administration environment. The 32mm Gem-style form is the standard all-purpose size, suitable for most document thicknesses, while the galvanised zinc coating keeps the wire resistant to rust in the humid conditions typical of site cabins and welfare units.
Why galvanised wire outperforms plain steel in site environments
A plain steel paperclip oxidises when exposed to moisture. In a fixed office that rarely matters, but site cabins, welfare units, and project offices frequently run damp, particularly during winter. Rust forms on the wire surface, leaves marks on paper, and causes clips to bind rather than slide cleanly. Galvanised wire applies a zinc barrier between the steel and the air, preventing oxidisation and keeping the clip functional and mark-free across its full working life.
Key Features
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Galvanised zinc coating: Protects against rust and surface oxidisation in humid or damp environments, including site cabins, welfare units, and outdoor project offices.
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32mm Gem-style round profile: The standard all-purpose size. Fits cleanly over most everyday document thicknesses without distorting. Slides on and off without snagging.
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Plain wire, no lipped ends: Round plain clips release more smoothly than lipped versions. No raised end to catch on adjacent sheets or file pockets.
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Steel wire construction: Maintains clip tension over repeated use. Does not lose its form under normal document weights.
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Bulk pack of 1,000: Practical quantity for site office stationery ordering. Reduces reorder frequency on a high-use consumable.
Who is this for
Trades and roles:
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Site managers
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Document controllers
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Office administrators
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Project coordinators
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Procurement teams
Industries:
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Construction
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Civil engineering
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Utilities
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Facilities management
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Professional services
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Product Name | Galvanised Round Paperclips 32mm - Plain Steel Wire |
| SKU | KF01315 |
| Type | Round plain paperclip (Gem style) |
| Wire Finish | Galvanised (zinc-coated steel) |
| Size | 32mm |
| Profile | Round plain, no lipped ends |
| Material | Steel wire |
| Sheet Capacity | Up to approximately 20 sheets of 80gsm paper |
| Pack Quantity | 1,000 paperclips per box |
| Box Dimensions | 100mm (H) x 100mm (W) |
| Pack Weight | 490g (0.4901kg) |
| Colour | Silver (metallic) |
Compatibility
| Application or condition | Status |
| Standard office paper (up to 20 sheets, 80gsm) | ✓ Compatible |
| Site records, delivery notes, and daily reports | ✓ Compatible |
| Procurement documents and supplier correspondence | ✓ Compatible |
| Technical submittals and drawing cover sheets | ✓ Compatible |
| Temporary collating before filing or scanning | ✓ Compatible |
| Heavy card stock or board covers | ✗ Not suitable |
| Documents exceeding approximately 20 sheets | ✗ Not suitable |
| Permanent document binding | ✗ Not suitable |
| Magnetic or electronic storage environments | ✗ Not suitable |
Who is this for
These paperclips are used by site managers, document controllers, and administration teams on construction and civils projects where documents are regularly collated, reviewed, separated, and recombined. They suit any role that processes paper-based site records, procurement documents, or technical submittals and needs a temporary fastening method that does not create permanent holes. They are equally practical in fixed project offices, drawing rooms, and welfare units.
Typical applications
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Collating delivery notes, inspection sheets, and daily site records ahead of filing or scanning.
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Temporarily bundling supplier quotations, purchase orders, and correspondence during procurement review.
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Holding drawing revision cover sheets against technical submittals before issuing to site.
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Grouping invoices and receipts for accounts processing at the end of a project phase.
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Organising RAMS documents and method statements for review before sign-off.
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Keeping sets of printed emails and correspondence together during a meeting or site visit.
How to use
Step 1: Hold the document stack square and flat. Align all edges before clipping.
Step 2: Slide the wider inner loop of the paperclip over the corner of the stack from the top edge. Do not force the clip over more sheets than it can hold comfortably.
Step 3: Check the clip seats flat against the paper surface with no bowing or distortion. A clip under excess tension will slide off or leave a crease mark.
Step 4: To remove, slide the clip back along the direction it was applied. Do not lever it sideways, which bends the wire and shortens its working life.
Common mistakes
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Overloading the clip: Forcing a 32mm clip over more than approximately 20 sheets of standard paper stretches the wire permanently. Use a larger clip or a binder clip for thicker bundles.
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Forcing the clip sideways to remove it: Sliding a paperclip off at an angle bends the wire. Once bent, the clip no longer grips evenly and should be discarded.
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Storing clips loosely in a humid environment: Even galvanised wire benefits from being kept in the original closed box when not in active use. Leaving clips scattered on a damp desk speeds surface wear.
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Using on magnetic-sensitive documents or media: Steel paperclips are mildly magnetic. Do not place them on magnetic storage media or near sensitive electronic components.
Safety
Paperclip wire ends are pointed. Take care when reaching into a full box or when handling loose clips. Dispose of bent or deformed clips rather than re-using them, as a distorted clip can scratch paper and surfaces unexpectedly.
Maintenance
No maintenance required. Discard clips that have been bent, stretched, or show surface rust. Keep the box closed when not in use to limit moisture exposure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between round plain and lipped paperclips?
A: A round plain clip, also called a Gem-style clip, has a smooth continuous wire loop with no raised ends. A lipped clip has one or two raised wire ends on the outer loop designed to make it easier to grip and slide on. Round plain clips release more smoothly and are less likely to snag on adjacent sheets in a file or document wallet. For general document collating, round plain is the more common choice.
Q: What does galvanised mean and why does it matter for paperclips?
A: Galvanised means the steel wire has been coated with a thin layer of zinc. The zinc acts as a barrier that prevents the steel underneath from oxidising when exposed to moisture or humidity. A plain steel clip in a damp environment, such as a site cabin or welfare unit, develops surface rust that leaves orange-brown marks on paper. A galvanised clip resists this across its working life. For site office use in particular, galvanised is the more reliable choice.
Q: What is this NOT suitable for?
A: These clips are not suitable for bundles exceeding approximately 20 sheets of standard 80gsm paper. They are not designed for card stock, board, or thick document packs. They should not be used near magnetic storage media or sensitive electronics. For permanent document binding or high-sheet-count bundles, a stapler or binder clip is a better choice.
Q: How many sheets of paper can a 32mm paperclip hold?
A: Under normal conditions, a 32mm round plain clip holds up to approximately 20 sheets of standard 80gsm copier paper. Thicker or heavier paper reduces this number. Forcing a clip beyond its capacity stretches the wire permanently and the clip will not grip evenly after that point.
Q: Do paperclips leave marks or indentations on paper?
A: A correctly fitted clip on a stack it can comfortably hold will not leave a permanent mark. A clip under excess tension, or one that has been bent out of shape, can crease the corner of the paper. Using the right size clip for the document thickness prevents this. Galvanised clips do not leave rust stains under normal site office conditions.
Q: Can paperclips be reused?
A: Yes, if they have been removed carefully and the wire shape is intact. A clip that has been bent, forced sideways, or stretched over too many sheets will not grip evenly when reused and should be discarded. Given the bulk pack quantity, replacing a damaged clip is straightforward.
Q: How should paperclips be stored between uses?
A: Keep them in the original closed box when not in active use. This limits moisture exposure and stops clips from tangling with other items on the desk. Galvanised wire is more resistant than plain steel, but any metal benefits from dry storage.
