X-ACTO® XLR Office Electric Pencil Sharpener | 1818X
An AC-powered, medium-duty sharpener built for fast, consistent results in classrooms and offices. The helical 40Cr-steel cutter forms clean, centered points, while PencilSaver auto-stop prevents over-sharpening. A SafeStart interlock disables the motor when the shavings bin is removed, and Auto-Reset protects against overheating during heavy use. Compact, desk-friendly footprint with a clear, easy-empty reservoir in a black/silver/smoke finish (approx. 3.5" × 5.5" × 4.5").
Key Features
- Helical 40Cr-steel cutter for fast, centered points
- PencilSaver auto-stop to reduce pencil waste
- SafeStart bin interlock (motor won’t run with bin removed)
- Auto-Reset to help protect the motor under heavy load
- Low-noise operation with non-skid feet for stability
- Works with many colored pencils and standard #2 graphite
Items Included
- X-ACTO® XLR Electric Pencil Sharpener (Model 1818X)
- Removable shavings bin
- Attached AC power cord
Classroom Use Cases
- Homeroom or pod station: Quick, uniform points during bell work and test prep
- Art & STEAM centers: Handles standard and many colored pencils without excessive clogging
- Library/testing rooms: Quiet operation limits distractions
- Supply room prep: Reliable, continuous sharpening for class sets
FAQs
Q: Will it over-sharpen pencils?
A: No—PencilSaver stops at an optimal point to preserve pencil length.
Q: Is it safe for students?
A: Yes—the SafeStart interlock prevents operation when the bin is removed.
Q: Can it run continuously in busy periods?
A: It’s medium-duty; Auto-Reset helps protect the motor during extended use.
Q: What are the dimensions and color?
A: Approximately 3.5" × 5.5" × 4.5" in black/silver/smoke.
Q: Does it work with colored pencils?
A: Yes; empty the bin regularly to limit wax buildup.
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