KYA 26/8 office staples are standard office stapling fasteners with an 8mm leg length, 12.8mm crown, approximately 0.50mm wire width and 0.40mm wire thickness. The staples use a chisel point and are supplied for compatible office, desktop, plier and long-arm staplers designed for the 26/8 staple format.
The 8mm leg provides additional penetration for thicker paper stacks compared with a 26/6 staple. Actual sheet capacity depends on the stapler mechanism, paper weight, clinching system and staple-wire specification. Depending on the tool, 26/8 staples are commonly used for approximately 40–50 sheets of standard office paper.
KYA lists zinc-plated and copper-plated surface options within the 26/8 range. Buyers should specify the required finish, package quantity and target stapler model when requesting a quotation.
| Product Type | Office Staple |
| Model | 26/8 |
| KYA Code | KYA-26/8 |
| Crown Width | 12.80mm |
| Leg Length | 8.0mm |
| Wire Width | 0.50mm |
| Wire Thickness | 0.40mm |
| Wire Section | Approximately 0.50 × 0.40mm |
| Point Type | Chisel Point |
| Surface Options | Zinc Plated / Copper Plated |
| Published Tensile Strength | 60–105 kg/mm² |
| Typical Paper Capacity | Tool-dependent; commonly approximately 40–50 sheets with staplers designed for 26/8 staples |
| Primary Applications | Office documents, reports, contracts, brochures, notebooks, print finishing and general paper binding |
The 26/8 format combines a standard office-staple crown with an 8mm leg. Compared with a shorter 26/6 staple, the additional leg length allows the staple to penetrate a thicker stack of paper when used in a stapler designed to accept 26/8 fasteners.
The second number in the 26/8 designation identifies the nominal 8mm leg length. Longer legs provide additional penetration for thicker document stacks when the stapler mechanism is designed for this staple size.
KYA specifies a 12.8mm crown for this product. Crown width is an important magazine-compatibility dimension and should be checked when replacing another supplier's office staples.
KYA publishes approximately 0.50mm wire width and 0.40mm wire thickness. These actual dimensions are more useful for purchasing comparison than relying only on a gauge description.
The chisel-point legs are designed to penetrate paper cleanly when used with a correctly adjusted office stapler and an appropriate paper stack thickness.
KYA currently lists zinc-plated and copper-plated surface options. The finish should be specified when ordering if appearance or surface treatment is important to the buyer.
The staple size alone does not determine the maximum paper capacity. Capacity depends on the stapler mechanism, wire strength, clinching geometry and paper thickness.
Professional staplers using the 26/8 format commonly publish capacities between approximately 40 and 50 sheets of standard 80gsm paper. Buyers should follow the capacity stated by the exact stapler manufacturer.
| Reference Stapler / System | Published 26/8 Capacity | KYA Buying Guidance |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid K1 / K2 / S50 | Rapid 26/8+ SuperStrong system is rated up to 50 sheets of 80gsm paper | Relevant 26/8 tool family; confirm standard 26/8 versus 26/8+ dimensions before cross-brand replacement |
| Rexel Office 56 | Up to 40 sheets with 24/8 or 26/8 | Strong reference for standard 26/8 office staples |
| Leitz 40-Sheet Staplers | Selected Leitz models use 24/8 or 26/8 for approximately 10–40 sheets | Confirm exact Leitz model before ordering replacement staples |
| Novus 26/8 Systems | Novus offers 26/8 office staple systems with 8mm legs | Check the exact stapler's staple designation and paper capacity |
A statement such as "26/8 staples 50 sheets" should therefore be treated as a maximum for specific stapler systems, not as a universal capacity of every 26/8 staple and stapler combination.
KYA 26/8 staples are intended for staplers whose manufacturer specifically lists the 26/8 format. Compatibility should be checked by staple series, crown, leg length, wire dimensions and magazine design.
| Stapler / Brand | 26/8 Status |
|---|---|
| Rapid K1 | Uses Rapid 26/6 and 26/8-class staples; confirm exact 26/8 or 26/8+ specification |
| Rapid K2 | Compatible with Rapid 26/8-class staples; check exact staple version |
| Rapid S50 | Rapid lists 26/8+ for high-capacity stapling |
| Rexel Office 56 | Manufacturer lists 26/8 as a supported staple size |
| Selected Leitz Staplers | Models specifying Leitz P4 26/8 or 24/8 are relevant; confirm exact model |
| Selected Novus Staplers | Use only where the stapler specification explicitly includes 26/8 |
| Other Office Staplers | Compatible only when the manufacturer's staple specification includes 26/8 |
Some high-capacity or electric office staplers use proprietary staples or staple cartridges even if their paper capacity is similar to a 26/8 stapler.
| Stapler | Required Staple System | 26/8 Guidance |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid 5050E | Rapid 5050E dedicated staple cassette | Do not specify standard KYA 26/8 staples as a direct replacement |
| Rexel Optima 70 | Rexel Optima HD70 staples | Not a standard 26/8 application |
The main practical difference between 26/6 and 26/8 is leg length. Both belong to the 26 office staple series, but the longer 8mm leg is intended for staplers and paper stacks requiring greater penetration.
| Feature | 26/6 | 26/8 |
|---|---|---|
| Leg Length | 6mm | 8mm |
| Typical Use | Standard document stacks | Thicker document stacks in compatible staplers |
| Paper Capacity | Depends on stapler; typically lower than its 26/8 capacity | Often approximately 40–50 sheets in suitable office staplers |
| Interchangeability | Use only if the stapler lists 26/6 | Use only if the stapler lists 26/8 |
| Surface | Selection Guidance |
|---|---|
| Zinc-Plated | Silver-colored zinc-coated office staple for general paper stapling applications |
| Copper-Plated | Alternative plated finish where copper-colored appearance or that surface specification is required |
Both are office-staple surface options. Neither finish should be described as providing unlimited corrosion protection under wet or chemically aggressive storage conditions.
Office reports and contracts
Business document sets
School and administrative paperwork
Print-shop document finishing
Brochures and handouts
Notebooks and paper pads
Calendars and printed materials where standard office stapling is appropriate
Mail-room and document-processing applications
For saddle stitching, commercial booklet production or other specialized print-finishing processes, confirm that an office 26/8 staple is suitable for the machine rather than substituting it for stitching wire or machine-specific staples.
| Selection Factor | What to Confirm |
|---|---|
| Staple Size | Stapler manufacturer must list 26/8 as an accepted staple format |
| Leg Length | 8mm |
| Crown | Approximately 12.8mm for the KYA product |
| Wire Section | Approximately 0.50 × 0.40mm |
| Paper Capacity | Follow the exact stapler manufacturer's rating rather than using staple size alone |
| Surface Finish | Specify zinc-plated or copper-plated if required |
| Stapler Model | Provide the exact brand and model for replacement matching |
For accurate quotation and compatibility checking, provide the required quantity, surface finish, package requirement, stapler manufacturer and exact model, target paper capacity and delivery destination.
For the product shown on this page, specify KYA-26/8, 12.8mm crown, 8mm leg, approximately 0.50 × 0.40mm wire and chisel point.
OEM custom packaging and branding are available. The listing states a 20–30 day lead time and exports to the USA, Germany, Australia, Canada and more than 50 countries. Confirm the current schedule, minimum order, package details and destination when requesting a quotation.
| KYA Code | KYA-26/8 |
| Staple Series | 26/8 |
| Crown | 12.80mm |
| Leg | 8.0mm |
| Wire | Approximately 0.50 × 0.40mm |
| Point | Chisel Point |
| Finish Options | Zinc Plated / Copper Plated |
| Published Tensile Strength | 60–105 kg/mm² |
| Typical Capacity | Approximately 40–50 sheets depending on the stapler and paper specification |
| Inquiry Information | Quantity, stapler model, required finish, packaging requirement and delivery destination |
26/8 identifies the staple series and nominal leg length. The second number indicates an approximately 8mm leg.
KYA lists a 12.8mm crown, 8mm leg, approximately 0.50mm wire width and 0.40mm wire thickness.
It depends on the stapler. Many staplers using 26/8 are rated around 40 sheets, while selected high-capacity systems using 26/8 or 26/8+ are rated up to approximately 50 sheets of standard office paper.
Only when the stapler is rated for approximately 50 sheets with the corresponding 26/8 format. Staple length alone does not establish paper capacity.
A 26/6 staple has a 6mm leg, while 26/8 has an 8mm leg. The longer 26/8 version is used for thicker paper stacks when supported by the stapler.
Rapid K1 is available for 26-series staples and supports 26/8-class fasteners. When replacing Rapid-branded staples, confirm whether the exact stapler calls for standard 26/8 or the Rapid 26/8+ SuperStrong specification.
Rapid lists its 26/8+ SuperStrong staple for K1, K2 and S50. Compare the KYA crown, leg and wire dimensions against the exact tool requirement before cross-brand substitution.
Rexel specifies 26/8 as an accepted format for the Office 56, with a published capacity of up to approximately 40 sheets using 24/8 or 26/8 staples.
Selected Leitz office staplers specify 26/8 as a supported size, commonly for paper stacks up to approximately 40 sheets. Confirm the exact Leitz model before ordering.
Novus offers 26/8 office staple systems, but not every Novus stapler accepts the same staple. Check the exact stapler model and its listed staple sizes.
No direct compatibility should be claimed. Rapid 5050E uses a dedicated Rapid staple cassette rather than conventional loose 26/8 strips.
No. Rexel Optima 70 is designed for the proprietary Optima HD70 staple system rather than standard 26/8 staples.
KYA lists a zinc-plated version as well as a copper-plated option. Specify the required finish when ordering.
KYA currently specifies a chisel point.
They are suitable for document and brochure fastening when the office stapler supports 26/8 and the paper stack is within the tool's capacity. Commercial booklet-making equipment may require different staples or stitching wire.
Compare the staple designation, 8mm leg, crown width, wire width and thickness, strip format and the stapler manufacturer's approved staple sizes.
Provide the required quantity, stapler manufacturer and model, zinc-plated or copper-plated finish, packaging requirement, target paper capacity and delivery destination. Reference KYA-26/8 for this product.
