The Rapid 5050e is an office electric stapler that staples up to 60 sheets with a flat clinch, loading from a 5,000-staple cartridge. Each new cartridge comes with a fresh driver head, so the main wear part is replaced every time you reload.
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Key Features
- Up to 60 sheets: handles thick reports and packets with no hand effort.
- Flat clinch: staples lie flat, so stapled sets stack neatly and take less file space.
- 5,000-staple cartridge: one cartridge is included; no loose strips to load.
- New driver head with every cartridge: Rapid's patented cartridge system replaces the key wear part each time.
- Low-staple light: an LED lets you know when the cartridge is empty.
- Quiet, low-vibration motor: made for shared office space.
- Adjustable paper guide: places staples at the same spot on every set.
Specifications
- Model: Rapid 5050e (Rapid item 73157)
- Capacity: up to 60 sheets
- Staple supply: 5,000-staple cartridge (replacement cartridge Rapid 73158)
- Clinch: flat
- Life: rated for at least 500,000 staples
- Power: plug-in electric
- Warranty: 2 years when used with genuine Rapid cartridges
- Made in Sweden
What This Office Electric Stapler Is Used For
The Rapid 5050e is built for offices, copy rooms, schools and mailrooms that staple stacks all day. As an electric stapler for office work, it saves wrists and keeps every set looking the same. It's made for stapling paper sets, not for tacking or pinning.
Choosing the Right Staples
The 5050e uses only its own Rapid 5050 cartridge. Review your stock before a big job and add a Rapid R5050-5M cassette staple pack to your order so you always have a spare.
How to Load and Use the Rapid 5050e
- Open the front cover.
- Remove the empty cartridge and slide in a new one until it clicks.
- Close the cover and plug in the stapler.
- Set the paper guide to the margin you want.
- Slide a squared stack into the throat; the stapler drives the staple.
Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Keep the throat clear of paper dust and clips. If a staple jams, unplug the stapler, remove the cartridge and clear the jammed staple, then reinsert the cartridge. Because each cartridge brings a new driver head, many problems clear up with a fresh cartridge. If the stapler still misfires, contact us about repair.
To keep it running well, staple squared stacks only, stay within the 60-sheet limit, and don't staple clips, card stock or plastic covers it isn't made for.
Electric Desktop Stapler vs. Manual Stapler
If you're deciding whether to add an electric stapler to your office, look at volume first. A manual stapler is fine for a few sets a day. A desktop electric stapler is worth it when you staple thick sets often: there's no hand fatigue, each staple is driven the same way, and the flat clinch keeps files thin. For heavier jobs, compare the Rapid 5080e.
Why Buy From Ample Supply
- More than 40 years of experience in fastening tools and supplies.
- Over 55 brands, with Rapid staplers and cartridges in stock.
- Same-day shipping on orders placed by 4:00 PM EST.
- In-house tool repair with free estimates and a 2-3 day turnaround.
FAQ
How many sheets does the Rapid 5050e electric stapler staple?
Up to 60 sheets of standard office paper.
Is the Rapid 5050e a good office electric stapler for a shared copy room?
Yes. It's quiet, it staples up to 60 sheets with no hand effort, and its cartridge holds 5,000 staples, so it doesn't need refilling often.
What staples does the Rapid 5050e use?
A Rapid 5050 cartridge of 5,000 staples (Rapid 73158). It doesn't use loose staple strips.
What warranty does the Rapid 5050e professional electric stapler have?
Two years when used with genuine Rapid cartridges. Review the warranty card in the box for details.
