Bostitch FC96EC SWC Electric Coil Bottomer / Box Closer

High-volume electric carton bottomer designed to boost productivity and reduce manual labor. Ideal for operations shipping many cartons and needing fast, dependable bottom sealing.

Key Features

• Drives “A”-series coil staples with 1-3/8″ crown, leg lengths of ½″, 5⁄8″, and ¾″

• Coil load ~ 4,000 staples for high production environments

• 24″ throat depth and 40″ anvil post height — many boxes can be stapled in one pass without repositioning

• Clear plastic guard with electrical interlock disables the machine when guard is raised for safety

• Auto-shutoff feature to conserve energy & reduce wear

• Electric motor (≈ ¼ hp, ~1725 rpm), compatible with 115/230 VAC power

Specifications

• Crown Width: 1-3/8″

• Leg Lengths Supported: ½″, 5⁄8″, ¾″

• Throat Depth: 24″

• Anvil Post Height: 40″

• Staples per Load: ~ 4,000 coil staples

• Speed: ~ 180 staples per minute

• Tool Weight: ~ 230 lbs

• Power Requirements: 115/230 VAC, 60 Hz

Why Choose This Stapler?

• Significantly faster than manual or pneumatic staplers in high-volume carton closing

• Large coil capacity reduces downtime for restocking staples

• Deep throat & tall anvil post height allow easier handling of bigger cartons without flipping

• Safety features (guard interlock, auto-shutoff) improve operator protection

Things to Know Before Buying

• Requires electrical power; ensure supply matches voltage needs

• It is heavy (around 230 lbs); sufficient floor space and a stable base are needed

• Suitable for operations closing many cartons; may be overkill for low-volume jobs

• Maintenance: keep the machine clean, guard in place, clincher adjusted correctly; follow safety instructions