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Small black battery pencil sharpener with stainless steel blades and clear shavings reservoir

Westcott 55851 Battery Powered Pencil Sharpener, Black

SKU CH-A807-V0TMX MPN 55851

Battery-powered sharpener with stainless-steel blades and a transparent shavings reservoir, runs on four AA batteries

  • Surface finishSteel
  • Type detailsBattery Powered
  • VariantBlack
  • Labor warrantyLimited Manufacturer's Warranty
  • Product type44121705
  • Key featuresStainless Steel, Black, Battery Powered, false, Limited Manu
  • Compact desk storage fits locker or backpack
  • Battery operation sharpens standard pencils quickly
  • Stainless steel blades deliver smooth cutting action
  • Transparent reservoir shows when emptying is needed
  • Lightweight 0.118 kg design suits home office classroom

Compact Battery Sharpener for Desk Use

The Westcott 55851 is a small battery-powered pencil sharpener designed for individual use in a desk drawer, locker or backpack. It accepts standard #2 pencils and sharpens them to a fine point with an automatic mechanism. The unit weighs 0.118 kilograms and measures 5.0038 by 8.3058 by 12.5984 centimetres.

Stainless Blades and Visible Reservoir

The cutter uses stainless steel blades built for smooth, lasting cutting action. An EZ view shavings reservoir lets you see when it needs emptying without opening the sharpener. A black steel finish gives a clean look suited to home, office or classroom environments. Operation requires four AA batteries, which are not supplied.

Power Source Decides Placement

Because the sharpener runs on four AA batteries, it can sit anywhere without a mains socket. That freedom suits mobile workstations, student lockers or shared desks where outlets are scarce. Buyers who want a mains-powered sharpener for continuous high-volume use should look elsewhere.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Pens, Pencils & Felt-Tip Markers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $18.99
Pricier than about 70% of the 2,692 comparable items (median $13.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameWestcott
Model name55851
Product type44121705
Product colorBlack
VariantBlack
Size & build
Surface finishSteel
Size details1
In the box
Pack quantity1 Count unit
More details
Type detailsBattery Powered

Questions about this item

How does the battery-powered mechanism affect sharpening speed compared with a manual sharpener?

The Westcott 55851 uses four AA batteries to drive stainless steel blades automatically, producing a fine point on standard #2 pencils faster than hand-crank models.

What are the exact dimensions I need to check before placing it in a desk drawer or locker?

The sharpener measures 5.0038 cm long, 8.3058 cm wide and 12.5984 cm high, weighing 0.118 kg, so it fits most desk compartments and locker shelves.

What is the correct way to insert the batteries and the step users most often miss?

Open the battery compartment, insert four AA cells following the polarity markings, then close the cover fully; the common mistake is leaving the cover unlatched, which prevents the motor from running.

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