The Bostitch extra heavy duty stapler (item 00540) staples up to 215 sheets of 20 lb paper. It has an all-metal build, an anti-jam design and an antimicrobial finish, and it takes Bostitch SB35 staples from 1/4 to 15/16 inch.
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Key Features
- 215 sheet capacity: a stapler for thick stacks of paper, manuals and reports
- All-metal build: made for daily use in busy offices
- Anti-jam design: helps keep staples moving
- Antimicrobial finish: helps reduce bacterial growth on the stapler
- Adjustable paper stop: standard and metric markings for repeat placement
- Rear loading: push-button loading for quick refills
Specifications
- Bostitch item: 00540 (our SKU B350HDS)
- Capacity: 2 to 215 sheets of 20 lb paper
- Staples: Bostitch SB35 series, 1/2 inch crown
- Staple legs: 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 13/16 and 15/16 inch
- Throat depth: 2.75 inches
- Base: Non-skid
What It's Used For
This 215 sheet stapler handles the jobs a regular desk stapler can't: thick reports, manuals, legal files, booklets and print shop work. Mailrooms and copy centers use it to bind stacks in one press.
Choosing the Right Staples
Match the staple leg to your stack. Use a short leg for thin stacks and a longer leg as the stack grows. We carry SB35 staples, including the SB351/4, SB353/8, SB351/2 and SB355/8. Add two or three sizes to your order to cover every job.
How to Load and Use
- Press the loading button at the back to open the magazine.
- Drop in a full strip of SB35 staples that match your stack.
- Close the magazine until it clicks.
- Set the paper stop, place the stack, and press down firmly.
Care and Clearing a Jam
Open the magazine and remove the loose or bent staple. Review the leg length and check that you're using the right size for the stack, since a leg that's too short or too long is the most common cause of jams. Keep the staple track clean.
Bostitch 00540 vs. Smaller Heavy Duty Staplers
Need less capacity? The Bostitch B310HDS is a smaller heavy duty desktop stapler. The 00540 is the pick when you staple big stacks often. Note that it doesn't have a flat clinch.
Who Buys a 215 Sheet Stapler?
Law offices, schools, print and copy shops, and mailrooms use this stapler when they bind thick sets every day. It saves time over splitting a report into smaller sets, and it gives a cleaner result than binder clips. If you only staple big stacks now and then, it still beats fighting a regular desk stapler.
Tips for Big Stacks
Tap the stack on the desk so the edges line up before you staple. Press down with steady pressure instead of a quick hit. Review the leg length each time the stack size changes, and add spare strips to your order so they're nearby.
Why Buy From Ample Supply
Ample Supply has worked in fastening for more than 40 years and carries 55+ brands from Sycamore, Illinois. Orders placed by 4:00 PM EST ship the same day. We also repair tools in house, with free estimates and a 2-3 day turnaround, so help is close by if your tool ever needs service.
Bostitch Extra Heavy Duty Stapler FAQ
How many sheets does it staple?
Up to 215 sheets of 20 lb paper.
What staples does the Bostitch 00540 use?
Bostitch SB35 staples, with legs from 1/4 to 15/16 inch.
Is the stanley bostitch 00540 the same stapler?
Yes. Stanley Bostitch and Bostitch sell the same 215 sheet model under item 00540.
Does it ship free?
Yes, with ground shipping.
