Bostitch Office Vertical Electric Pencil Sharpener
- Corded electric, vertical body
- 4.5 x 5.6 x 3.7 inches (D x W x H)
- 12.8 ounces, metal and plastic
- Sharp Stop shuts the motor off to prevent over sharpening
- Thermal overload protection on the stall-free motor
- 1 year warranty
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact corded sharpener for desks where pencils get used daily, with an automatic stop that limits wasted wood. It takes pencils only, and the listing gives no hole size or pencil diameter range.
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ASIN: B00JKIA6GQModel: EPS5V-BLKCategory: Sharpeners
Overview
A classroom desk or art table gets a corded vertical sharpener with a motor built not to stall. HHC cutter technology does the cutting, and the shaving tray comes out for emptying with an automatic motor cutoff.
The Sharp Stop mechanism ends the cycle on its own, so a pencil is not ground away by accident. The maker also says the HHC cutter lasts several times longer, though the listing gives no test details. Pencil size limits and cord length are not shown.
Who it's for
Classrooms, home offices and art tables with a wall outlet nearby. Anyone sharpening away from a power outlet needs a manual sharpener instead.
Pros and cons
- Automatic stop prevents over sharpening
- Motor cuts out when tray is removed
- Thermal protection for the motor
- Compact vertical footprint
- Needs a wall outlet
- Pencils only per the listing
- Pencil size range not listed
Performance notes
The motor drives the HHC cutter, which shapes the point, and the Sharp Stop mechanism cuts power once the point is done. Thermal overload protection switches the motor off if it overheats under heavy use. Shavings collect in the tray, and removing it also stops the motor for safe emptying.
Specifications
| Brand | Bostitch |
|---|---|
| Model | EPS5V-BLK |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4.5 x 5.6 x 3.7 inches |
| Weight | 12.8 ounces |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal, Plastic |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Electric Pencil Sharpener |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Additional Features | Compact, Quiet, Safety Switch, Shaving Tray |
| Specific Uses For Product | Pencil |
| Target Audience | Artist, Student, Teacher |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Bostitch EPS5V-BLK sharpen anything besides pencils?
The listing names pencil as the specific use and gives no other tool sizes, so treat it as a pencil sharpener only.
Is the Bostitch EPS5V-BLK battery powered?
No. The power source is listed as corded electric, so it needs an outlet.
What does Sharp Stop do on this Bostitch sharpener?
The description says it shuts the motor off automatically to prevent over sharpening.
Can I empty the shaving tray while it is plugged in?
The description says the motor shuts off when the tray is removed, so emptying it is meant to be safe.