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Capacities vary: many desk and compact staplers fasten about 20 sheets, while some heavier‑duty models handle up to 40 sheets. Standard staple strips commonly fasten around 25 sheets per staple, and staples are often sold in bulk counts (for example, 5,000 staples per box).

Typical office staples often use a 1/4‑inch (6 mm) leg length with a 1/2‑inch crown width. Staple strips commonly contain about 210 staples, and bulk boxes are frequently sold in larger counts (for example, 5,000 staples).

Many staplers open flat (180°) to convert to a tacking mode for fastening papers to bulletin boards or walls. Look for models that explicitly state they 'open for tacking'—these let you fold the stapler body back so the staple legs secure into the board.

Staples are typically made from steel (often galvanized for durability). Stapler bodies are usually metal (steel) and may include plastic or acrylic parts for styling or weight reduction.

Long‑reach staplers in this group offer extended throat depths—about 12 inches—so you can staple farther from the paper edge, which is useful for center‑stapling or booklet layouts.

Flat‑clinch or dual‑clinch mechanisms bend staple legs flatter against the page, producing tidier, lower‑profile stacks compared with standard clinch stapling.

Warranty coverage varies: some items list a 1‑year limited warranty, others offer a lifetime limited warranty, and at least one item indicates no applicable warranty. Review each product's warranty statement for specifics.