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deli VA8SBL Electric Pencil Sharpener Blue

SKU CH-R47H-A2XMD

Fully automatic sharpener feeds, sharpens and ejects 6.9-8 mm graphite and colour pencils with five adjustable tip settings and a blade rated for 8000 cycles

  • Pastel typeGraphite Pencil, Color Pencil
  • Main colorBlue
  • ColorsBlue
  • Product subcategoryArtist
  • Product colorBlue
  • Product weight0.508 kg
  • Hands-free operation protects fingers with fully automatic feed and eject
  • Adjusts to five sharpness levels for sketching, colouring or everyday writing
  • Auto-centering sharpens 6.9–8 mm graphite and colour pencils evenly
  • Sharpens stubs down to 2.36 inches to reduce waste
  • Durable blade rated for over 8000 sharpening cycles

What the sharpener does and who uses it

The deli VA8SBL is a fully automatic electric pencil sharpener that feeds, sharpens and ejects graphite or coloured pencils with a single insertion. Its hands-free operation keeps fingers away from the blade, making it suitable for classrooms, school desks and home studios. The unit weighs 0.508 kilograms and comes in a blue finish.

Who benefits and who needs another option

Students, teachers and artists who want consistent points on 6.9 to 8 mm pencils will appreciate the five adjustable sharpness levels and auto-centering system. Buyers who need to sharpen pencils outside that diameter range, or who prefer a manual sharpener for full tactile control, should look at a different tool.

Installation ease and common issues

No assembly is required; the sharpener runs on batteries indicated by the built-in battery indicator and is ready to use straight from the box. The premium blade is rated for over 8000 sharpening cycles, but using ultra-sharp settings on soft leads can cause breakage, so medium or blunt settings are recommended for those pencils.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Colored Pencils & Drawing Supplies, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $38.99
Pricier than about 88% of the 415 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDeli
Part numberVA8SBL
Product colorBlue
Main colorBlue
ColorsBlue
Size & build
Product weight0.508 kg
More details
Pastel typeGraphite Pencil, Color Pencil

Questions about this item

What size pencils does the VA8SBL sharpener accept?

The sharpener accepts pencils from 6.9 to 8 mm in diameter, including graphite, 2B, and coloured pencils, and it can sharpen pencils as short as 2.36 inches.

How does the auto-centering system help when using older pencils?

The intelligent auto-centering system keeps pencils aligned for smooth, even, and precise points, reducing waste on shorter or irregular pencils.

How can I verify the blade is still performing after many uses?

The premium blade is rated for over 8000 sharpening cycles; consistent, clean points across the five sharpness settings indicate it is working as intended.

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