Staplers
- Modern design stapler with performance driven stapling mechanism and inner rail always delivers jam-resistant, accurate stapling
- Protected with a coating, which is treated with an antimicrobial agent, to suppress the growth of bacteria and mold. This prevents the dry coat from degrading.
Comparing the Different Types of Staplers
There are three general types of staplers: manual, electric and pneumatic. A manual stapler uses a spring-loaded mechanism to drive in staples.
Using this design requires simply pressing down the metal head against the base of the tool. Electric stapling machines, on the other hand, are powered tools.
While some run on replaceable or rechargeable batteries, others are plug-in models. A pneumatic staple gun uses compressed air to push out staples. Most industrial stapling machines are of this type.
Choosing the Right Stapler
Before selecting a stapler, first consider how many people will use the device, how often they will use it and what they will use it for. While a basic desktop stapler or a mini model is good enough for home users and small offices, consider a heavy-duty version for a large office.
Furthermore, note that a desktop stapler can only handle up to 70 pages at once, but a heavy-duty stapling machine can bind 100 sheets of paper or more. For a shared office with lots of users and high-volume binding jobs, choose a heavy-duty electric option.
An electric stapler is generally faster than a manual model. It is also more powerful and can, therefore, punch through thicker stacks of paper.
What Lever Class is a Stapler?
A stapler is a second-class lever because its load sits between its fulcrum and the point of effort. The load, in a stapler, is the staples while the fulcrum is the hinge between the head and the base of the tool.
The point of effort is the position where a user applies force. For a stapler, this is at the front of the head where the user presses down on the sheets of paper placed between the jaws of the tool.
What is a Stapleless Stapler?
As the name suggests, a stapleless stapler is one that does not use staples to bind pages of paper. To fasten sheets together, this stapler cuts a wing or V-shaped slot on one side of the pages and then punches a flap on the other side.
The flap slips into the slot and locks the pages together. While this is convenient and eliminates staples, a stapleless stapler can only handle up to 10 - 12 pages at once.
Since it does not secure sheets with staples, users have to handle pages bound by this stapler carefully as the sheets can easily separate and fall apart.
Why do Staplers Jam?
There are many reasons why a stapler might jam. The most common cause is thin staples with blunt points.
When pressed hard, these bend and get stuck. To avoid this, only use the type and size of staples recommended for the device.
Also, make sure to punch staples directly through paper rather than at an angle. A staple may also jam when stapling more sheets than the recommended capacity of the tool.
To keep an electric stapler from getting jammed, make sure to replace its spent batteries regularly with fresh ones.
The 5 Best Staplers For 2020
We used 26,350 customer reviews of the 311 types of Staplers we carry to determine the best Staplers for school, business, teachers, almost anything. The prices of these popular Staplers can start as low as $2.99 up to 859.99. Here are the top 5 Staplers for 2020:
- Stanley Bostitch 02257 Contemporary Full Strip Stapler, Fastening Capacity 20 Sheets/20 lb., Black - 4.8 stars from 8 reviews
- TRU RED™ Desktop Stapler, 20-Sheet Capacity, Black (TR58083) - 4.8 stars from 14 reviews
- Cynthia Rowley Stapler, Half Strip, Patterned (44800) - 4.8 stars from 10 reviews
- Ace Lightweight Clipper Stapler, Fastening Capacity 20 Sheets/20 lb., Chrome - 4.8 stars from 13 reviews
- Stanley Bostitch B8130 EZ Squeeze Xtreme Duty Stapler, Fastening Capacity 130 Sheets/20 lb., Black - 4.7 stars from 17 reviews
Shop Discount Staplers And Save
At Staples, we understand price is frequently the deciding factor when buying Staplers and other office supplies. However, you still want the best Staplers for your work, school, or other needs. Which is why below we’ve pulled together the lowest prices out of our 311 Staplers. Prices range from $2.99 to $859.99:
- TRU RED™ Mini Stapler, 10-Sheet Capacity, Black (TR58084) - 4.3 stars from 11 reviews
- Staples Mini Magnetic Quarter Strip Stapler, 10 Sheet Capacity, Assorted Colors (20570) - 4.3 stars from 1,564 reviews
- Swingline TOT Mini Stapler, 12-Sheet Capacity, Black, 1000 Staples (SWI79171) - 4.4 stars from 17 reviews
- Staples® Mini Magnetic Stapler - 4.3 stars from 1,564 reviews
Popular Stapler Brands, According To Customers
With more than 32 brands and 311 Stapler products in stock, Staples can help you find the best brand of Stapler for your home, office, or school. We looked at nearly 26,350 Stapler reviews to find the top Stapler brands in our inventory. Based on average customer ratings, the top best Stapler brands are:
- Ace has 1 available products
- Littmann has 4 available products
- Cynthia Rowley has 2 available products
- Max has 2 available products
- Insten has 1 available products