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Texas Instruments TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator

Texas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator

Item: 275842    Model: TI30XA

Texas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator
4.5stars
( 254 reviews)
  • 10-digit, 1-line display
  • Performs basic scientific, trigonometric functions, logarithms, reciprocals, and factorials
  • Constant memory retains results even when calculator is turned off
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10-digit, 1-line displayPerforms basic scientific, trigonometric functions, logarithms, reciprocals, and factorialsConstant memory retains results even when calculator is turned offEachScientific Calculator10-digit, 1-line displayPerforms basic scientific, trigonometric functions, logarithms, reciprocals, and factorialsConstant memory retains results even when calculator is turned offTexas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculatorhttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0066353_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0066353_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0066353/Texas-Instruments-TI-30Xa-Scientific-Calculator/product_275842Texas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator4.5254
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Texas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator
 
4.3

(based on 254 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (129)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (99)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (13)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (7)

93%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (221)
  • Clear display (209)
  • Adequate capabilities (198)
  • Compact (152)
  • Well built / quality (142)

Cons

  • Heavy / bulky (21)
  • Unattractive design (12)
  • Short battery life (9)
  • Flimsy construction (8)
  • Hard to see display (8)

Best Uses

  • Math classes (166)
  • School (154)
  • Office work (92)
  • Science classes (83)
  • Engineering (45)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual user (126), Enthusiast (58), Power user (43), Practical (14), Professional (9)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (192), Business (60)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (107), Yes (21)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

I recommend it my Chemistry Students

I'm a college Chemistry professor, my students have to take a national exam that doesn't allow programmable calculators. The TI30XA is the answer. It does everything they need it to do and easily, ...Read complete review

I'm a college Chemistry professor, my students have to take a national exam that doesn't allow programmable calculators. The TI30XA is the answer. It does everything they need it to do and easily, plus it's far more durable than their TI83s. It's also less expensive and it is easier to use. Students sometimes complain about the 30XA when the are so use to their 83 but once the realize they don't have to delve through layers of menus to do common things they stop complaining and become fans.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

great for a back pocket calculator

This model is not TIs best. The buttons are a little to close together, which makes quick computations difficult. Plus the battery eventually wears out and needs to be replaced which is difficlut. ...Read complete review

This model is not TIs best. The buttons are a little to close together, which makes quick computations difficult. Plus the battery eventually wears out and needs to be replaced which is difficlut. It also does not have a two-line screen to confirm that you typed in the correct sequence. I would suggest upgrading to the TI-30X IIS which has the added feature of a two-line screen and solar power and more space on the keypad.

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(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

I recommend it my Chemistry Students

By metroprof

from denver

About Me Power User

Pros

  • Adequate Capabilities
  • Allowed on ACS exams
  • Clear Display
  • Easy To Use

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Science Classes

    Comments about Texas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator:

    I'm a college Chemistry professor, my students have to take a national exam that doesn't allow programmable calculators. The TI30XA is the answer. It does everything they need it to do and easily, plus it's far more durable than their TI83s. It's also less expensive and it is easier to use. Students sometimes complain about the 30XA when the are so use to their 83 but once the realize they don't have to delve through layers of menus to do common things they stop complaining and become fans.

    • Primary use:
    • Business

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    (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great Calculator

    By Jenny H.

    from Massachusetts

    About Me Practical

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Adequate Capabilities
    • Attractive Design
    • Clear Display
    • Easy To Use
    • Long Battery Life
    • Quality Construction

    Cons

    • Bulky

    Best Uses

    • Math Classes
    • School
    • Science Classes

    Comments about Texas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator:

    Decent price for the product.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal

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    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Good basic scientific calculator

    By Darryl

    from Stonington, CT

    About Me Casual User

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Adequate Capabilities
    • Clear Display
    • Easy To Use

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • School

      Comments about Texas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator:

      Good basic Calculator

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

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      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Tons of functions for low price

      By Barry

      from Helena, Alabama

      About Me Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Adequate Capabilities
      • Attractive Design
      • Clear Display
      • Compact Size
      • Easy To Use
      • Long Battery Life
      • Quality Construction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Engineering
        • Office Work

        Comments about Texas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator:

        When i accidently broke my last calculator, I liked it so much I bought the same model again. It has trig functions which I use and all the functions I could ever use. Very good display, reliable, quality product. And all for a low price.

        • Primary use:
        • Business

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        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        great for my midde schooler

        By mom in pa

        from pa

        About Me Practical

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Attractive Design
        • Clear Display
        • Compact Size
        • Easy To Use
        • Quality Construction

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Math Classes
          • School

          Comments about Texas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator:

          i think that this is going to be a great item for my middle schooler, you know with this new math.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

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          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Good Value for the Money

          By Mrs.Math

          from Very Snowy ,Vermont

          About Me Practical, Professional, Tech Savvy

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Adequate Capabilities
          • Attractive Design
          • Clear Display
          • Compact Size
          • Easy To Use
          • Long Battery Life
          • Quality Construction

          Cons

          • Nothing I don't like

          Best Uses

          • Math Classes
          • Office Work
          • School

          Comments about Texas Instruments® TI-30Xa Scientific Calculator:

          Easy to carry around. Good Price.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

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          • Q:

            Is this calculator permitted on the A.C.T. math exam?
            Asked on 3/24/2011 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              Yes, as per the ACT website, scientific calculators are permitted for use on the Mathematics portion of the ACT. If you have any doubts, please contact ACT for clarification.
              Here are the prohibited items:
              •handheld, tablet, or laptop computers, including PDAs
              •electronic writing pads or pen-input devices—Note: The Sharp EL 9600 is permitted.
              •calculators built into cell phones or any other electronic communication devices
              •calculators with a typewriter keypad (letter keys in QWERTY format)—Note: Letter keys not in QWERTY format are permitted.
              Any calculators beginning in TI-89 or TI-92, in addition to the entire line of CAS calculators such as the TI-Nspire CAS graphing handheld are also prohibited.

              Answered on 4/1/2011 by Laura B from Staples
          • Q:

            I am trying to learn how to use this new TI 30xa and I am in an algebra class and do not know how to work this calculator i need help in useing this for Order of Operations I need instruction to help me function this to do my home work please need help
            Asked on 4/25/2010 by KC from Pensacola Florida

            3 answers

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              You can find operating instructions at:

              http://education.ti.com/downloads/guidebooks/scientific/30xa/30xa-eng.pdf

              Answered on 5/5/2010 by Customer Care from Staples
            • VERIFIED BUYER

              A:

              Carefully read the instruction manual that came with the calculator and follow the examples. This model works only with numerical values. It will not do algebra problems with unknown variables, e.g., X, Y, Z, etc.

              Answered on 8/11/2010 by David from Rural Hall, NC
            • VERIFIED BUYER

              A:

              Find the parentheses buttons. Type in the portion of the problem in parentheses, then type the rest of the problem. Repeat for multiple parentheses.

              Answered on 10/13/2010 by Jake from Austin,Texas
          • Q:

            How many batteries does this calulator use?
            Asked on 9/8/2009 by Anonymous

            6 answers

            • A:

              This calculator takes two A76 batteries.
              They are already inside, but you need to remove the backing (attached by tiny screws) to replace them. The batteries last for a couple years (enough to get the average kid through middle school before buying a Graphing Calculator for high school).

              Answered on 9/15/2009 by miss becki loves math from Lyndonville, VT
            • VERIFIED BUYER

              A:

              2

              Answered on 12/10/2009 by bill gates from ny,ny
            • A:

              TI-30Xa is NOT solar powered, unless the model name includes the word "solar". That is a different model number.

              The two batteries required by this, as documented by TI, are A-76 type 1.5 volt "button batteries".

              It happens that a vast number of small 1.5 volt batteries will work in the calculator, as long as they are small enough to fit in the holder and are 1.5 volt type. Find the cheapest ones you can that fit, and they will work for a very long time.

              Replacing the batteries requires a small philips head screwdriver.

              Answered on 4/22/2011 by bobatious from Seattle area
            • VERIFIED BUYER

              A:

              Solar

              Answered on 9/8/2009 by Dom from Yonkers,NY
            • VERIFIED BUYER

              A:

              two but is also solar

              Answered on 9/15/2009 by DK from Vienna, Ohio
            • VERIFIED BUYER

              A:

              Does not use batteries - it has its own internal batteries with a long life.

              Answered on 10/20/2009 by Old head college student from Charlotte, NC
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