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X-ACTO XLR Electric Pencil Sharpener, Black (ELM1818X)

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Brand X-Acto
Specific Uses For Product Graphite Pencil
Color Black
Power Source Corded Electric
Material Plastic

About this item

  • Sold as 1 Each.
  • Break-resistant pencil sharpener leads to less frustrations when sharpening.
  • Pencil Saver feature prevents over-sharpening when pencil reaches ideal sharpness.
  • SafeStart Motor stops when shavings bin is removed.
  • Works great on colored pencils.

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The #1 electric pencil sharpener brand
  • Break-resistant pencil sharpener leads to less frustrations when sharpening
  • Pencil Saver feature prevents over-sharpening when pencil reaches ideal sharpness
  • SafeStart Motor stops when shavings bin is removed
  • Works great on colored pencils

X-ACTO XLR Break-Resistant Electric Pencil Sharpener

Avoid broken leads so you can focus on writing with the break-resistant X-ACTO XLR electric pencil sharpener. Its Pencil Saver feature prevents over-sharpening, so leads are sharpened to their ideal length for less breakage. The XLR works great with woodcase pencils, including colored pencils. Finally, the SafeStart Motor stops when the easy-to-empty shavings bin is removed. It’s no wonder X-ACTO is the #1 electric pencil sharpener brand!+

Improved Craftsmanship for Less Lead Breakage

Break-resistant sharpener

Compatible with Colored Pencils

Safe Sharpening

Modern design

Break-Resistant Sharpener

With the Pencil Saver feature that sharpens woodcase pencils to their ideal sharpness, the XLR makes lead break resistant.

Compatible with Colored Pencils

The XLR works great on many woodcase pencils, including colored pencils.

Safe Sharpening

The SafeStart Motor stops when the easy-to-empty shavings bin is removed.

Modern Design

The X-ACTO line of electric pencil sharpeners feature modern materials, finishes, and textures for a sleek and professional appearance.

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+Source: The NPD Group/US Retail Tracking Service/AC/DC Powered, Battery Operated/Total Units among National Brands/52 WE 10/5/19

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  • X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, XLR Electric Pencil Sharpener, Pencil Saver, SafeStart Motor, Black, 1 Count
  • Product Description

    Spend less time sharpening and more time writing with the break-resistant X-ACTO XLR Pencil Sharpener. With the Pencil Saver feature, this electric pencil sharpener prevents over-sharpening to keep tips from breaking and frustration from setting in. A slip-resistant bottom keeps the pencil sharpener steady when in use. Finally, the SafeStart electric motor stops when the easy-to-empty shavings bin is removed. It’s also compatible with colored pencils. Stay sharp with X-ACTO, the #1 electric pencil sharpener brand!

    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    2,108 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the performance and ease of use of the pencil sharpener. For example, they mention it works well and is easy to use. That said, opinions are mixed on noise, ease of emptying, value, and quality.

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    70 customers mention52 positive18 negative

    Customers like the speed of the pencil sharpener. For example, they mention it sharpens quickly, isn't too noisy, and is super sharp. Some say it's the best electric sharpeners they've owned and easy to sharpen for students.

    "...It's motor is powerful - AC, not battery-powered. Pencils are sharpened quickly and to a very sharp point...." Read more

    "...I also like that it sharpens quickly! Definitely worth it for the price." Read more

    "...It does not. I love this sharpener though! It's fast and easy to use!" Read more

    "...Very quick to heat up and very slow to sharpen...." Read more

    47 customers mention40 positive7 negative

    Customers like the performance of the pencil sharpener. For example, they mention it works well, effortlessly, and creates perfect points. Some say they've had no issues with it. That said, most are satisfied with the product's performance.

    "Good price. Sharpner works well." Read more

    "...Plus, the SafeStart Motor adds an extra layer of safety. Works like a charm even with colored pencils!" Read more

    "...is a little small and needs to be cleaned out frequently but overall working great! I’ve never had a pencil sharpener last this long in my classroom!" Read more

    "Very quiet. Works great!" Read more

    16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

    Customers find the pencil sharpener easy to use. They mention it has great auto sharpening and is easy for a six-year-old to use by themselves at home.

    "...It does not. I love this sharpener though! It's fast and easy to use!" Read more

    "...and Pencil Saver feature, it prevents over-sharpening and reduces frustrations. Plus, the SafeStart Motor adds an extra layer of safety...." Read more

    "Perfect transaction for this perfect pencil sharpener. Easy to use. Simple to empty. Amazing quick sharpening. Using in my first grade classroom...." Read more

    "...easy to empty and easy to use. Worth every penny." Read more

    46 customers mention17 positive29 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the pencil sharpener. Some mention it sharpens well and seems durable, while others say that it stopped working three times in about a month.

    "Do not recommend. This broke after two months in a classroom. I was the only one using it multiple times a day (did not trust my students to use it.)" Read more

    "...IT DOES NOT BREAK TIPS. At this point I have probably used it 20-30 times on half a dozen pencils and it has not broken a single one...." Read more

    "It was ok, but yesterday it stopped working and we couldn’t fix it. I guess maybe it is because we sharpen colored pencil." Read more

    "5 months after purchasing it won’t even turn on. So it was great for 4 months than it was totally dead. Not worth the price I paid if it conks out" Read more

    24 customers mention15 positive9 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the pencil sharpener. Some mention it's worth every penny, has good quality, and is affordable. Others say it'd be a waste of money.

    "Good price. Sharpner works well." Read more

    "...So it was great for 4 months than it was totally dead. Not worth the price I paid if it conks out" Read more

    "This sharpener is a great and affordable item to have in your office or home...." Read more

    "...Good price though and worked great when it worked." Read more

    13 customers mention8 positive5 negative

    Customers are mixed about the noise of the pencil sharpener. Some mention that it's extremely quiet and effective, while others say that it started making awful noises and not sharpening pencils.

    "...I have one in my classroom and it’s quiet enough to sharpen pencils without disturbing students. I also like that it sharpens quickly!..." Read more

    "...After just a couple months of use it has started making awful noises and not sharpening pencils anymore, despite being cleaned out, etc...." Read more

    "Very quiet. Works great!" Read more

    "Amazing pencil sharpener! Very quiet" Read more

    10 customers mention5 positive5 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ease of emptying the pencil sharpener. Some mention it works great and is easy to empty, while others say it's hard to empty and needs to be emptied quite often.

    "...The bin holds lots of shavings and is easy to remove and empty when it gets full. All in all a perfect device...." Read more

    "Sharpens well, does not hold a lot of shavings so it needs to be emptied frequently especially since it is being used for a classroom...." Read more

    "...Easy to use. Simple to empty. Amazing quick sharpening. Using in my first grade classroom. Loving it." Read more

    "...Very small chamber for pencil shavings...needs to be emptied quite often. Plastic cover has already cracked." Read more

    9 customers mention4 positive5 negative

    Customers are mixed about the size of the pencil sharpener. Some mention that it's the perfect size, while others say that it was bigger than they expected. The bin to catch the shavings is a little small, and needs to be cleaned out. The pencil sharpened well, but does not hold a lot of shavings, so it needs to emptied frequently.

    "...Not a bad little sharpener. It's a little bigger than I was expecting (not sure what exactly I was expecting). It sharpens well...." Read more

    "This sharpener is larger and heavier than most. That is a distinct advantage. It's motor is powerful - AC, not battery-powered...." Read more

    "...We sharpen pencils and colored pencils. The bin to catch the shavings is a little small and needs to be cleaned out frequently but overall working..." Read more

    "...The shavings compartment is a good size so I don’t have to dump it out too often." Read more

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    Hey fellow parents! If your kids are always needing sharp pencils for homework, this electric pencil sharpener is a lifesaver! With its break-resistant design and Pencil Saver feature, it prevents over-sharpening and reduces frustrations. Plus, the SafeStart Motor adds an extra layer of safety. Works like a charm even with colored pencils!
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    Genki Ottawa
    5.0 out of 5 stars A gem of a sharpener.
    Reviewed in Canada on February 3, 2024
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Exelente
    Reviewed in Mexico on July 19, 2023
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