Faster, more powerful sharpening without all the noise--perfect for the office or home. Chic electric pencil sharpener features HHCTM hardened steel cutters for 65% faster sharpening and a 6x longer life than single-blade models. With quiet ease, the heavy-duty QuietSharpTM motor operates stall-free with normal use as the thermal-overload protection extends motor life. Tip Saver TechnologyTM prevents over-sharpening for pencil longevity. Internal safety switch prevents operation when the easy-clean shavings tray is removed.