Sharp Electronics EL243SB 8-Digit Twin Powered Calculator

by Sharp

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 2.5 x 0.7 inches ; 9.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005T407
• Item model number: EL243SB
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #9 in Electronics > Office Electronics > Calculators > Basic
  • #10 in Electronics > Office Electronics > Calculators > Scientific
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 27, 2004

Product Description

The EL243SB handheld calculator by Sharp is the solution to your, "I just need a calculator" need. Stripped from any bells and whistles, this calculator does exactly as its name implies - it calculates. It performs all the basic functions - addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. It also includes other frequently used keys like square root, sign change, and percent. The extra large, 8-digit LCD display clearly displays your calculations so you can easily decipher the answers derived. The calculator automatically turns off and has an attached hard cover for protection while not in use.

Customer Reviews

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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Cover is Key, December 16, 2007

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The best thing about this calculator is that it's got a cover that latches. No, it doesn't lock, but that little hard-plastic door closes over the keypad, so when I toss it into my briefcase and head out, I don't have to worry about damage to the keypad, or the thing being turned on and staying on as a stray pen or something just keeps pushing its buttons. The main power source is light, but it's got a simple battery backup, the batteries being accessible when you pull two small philips-head screws from the back of the case.

This thing is small and mobile, and is perfect for my mobile business needs. I'm not going to be plotting spacecraft trajectories or formulating amino acid degradations today, so I don't need anything more than the basic arithmetic functions it offers (as well as %, square root and basic memory functions).

The buttons are just the right size, not so big that I feel like this thing is a learning toy for a 2 year old, or has been made for the myopic over-70 set. The buttons are big enough that I can quickly tap out my work without mashing down multiple buttons.

To conclude, if you want a small calc you can tote with you and that will not let you down by running out of power, this is the one. If you're after a reliable little machine to crank out your daily checkbook totals or to tally up the pro-rating on your timesheet entries, then this is the one you want. Recommend.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ideal Calculator For Simple Operations, January 3, 2008

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If you want a VERY BASIC, SMALL calculator that only adds, subtracts, divides, and multiplies, and has a memory, square root key, plus/minus key, and percent key, this is the one to get. Most important is that it has a CE ("Clear Entry") key: If you're adding or subtracting a lot of numbers and enter an incorrect value halfway through, you can delete it from the display by pressing CE without disturbing the calculations that you've already done. NEVER BUY A CALCULATOR THAT DOES NOT HAVE A CE KEY, because if you enter a wrong number somewhere along the line, you'll lose all your work when you press the only Clear key, which clears everything! (As you can tell, I made this mistake.) The buttons are a good size (not too small or too large), the calculator takes up very little room on a desk or in a purse or briefcase, and it calculates quickly. The cover is attached and unobtrusive if you just want to leave it on a desk. After three years, the calculator is still working fine. At this low price, I'd have no problem replacing it once a year if necessary.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Serves the purpose, January 12, 2010

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My old calculator bit the dust and I needed a new one for balancing my checkbook. I purchased this one solely on other customer's reviews. It does an excellent job of calculating. It's not as comfortable in my hand as my old one, but I can always lay it on the desk while using it. I'm very satisfied for the amount of money I paid.