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Loose paperwork creates risk, delays, and compliance issues. File fasteners keep documents secured inside folders so records stay intact during handling, storage, and audits. Built for high volume filing environments that require dependable organization and consistent supply availability.

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Standard Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box
Standard Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box
Model: 12992

1-2 Day Delivery

$5.63 $15.84

Box of 50($0.11/Each)

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$5.35
Universal Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Bases, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (UNV81012)
Universal Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Bases, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (UNV81012)
Model: 81012

1-2 Day Delivery

$2.62 $13.37

Box of 100($0.03/Each)

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$2.49
Universal Self-Adhesive Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (UNV81004)
Universal Self-Adhesive Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (UNV81004)
Model: 81004

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$4.78 $20.18

Box of 100($0.05/Set)

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$4.54
Featured Universal Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (UNV81002)
Universal Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (UNV81002)
Model: 81002

1-2 Day Delivery

$2.12 $9.54

Box of 50($0.04/Each)

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$2.01
Acco Premium Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (70022)
Acco Premium Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (70022)
Model: 70022

1-2 Day Delivery

$8.33 $19.26

Box of 50($0.17/Each)

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$7.91
Universal Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 1" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (UNV81001)
Universal Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 1" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (UNV81001)
Model: 81001

1-2 Day Delivery

$2.76 $12.68

Box of 50($0.06/Each)

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$2.62
Acco Standard Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Bases, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (12993)
Acco Standard Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Bases, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (12993)
Model: 12993

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$5.83 $16.61

Box of 100($0.06/Each)

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$5.54
Business Source Complete 2-3/4" Prong Fastener Set for Paper - Corrosion Resistant - Silver - Steel - 50 / Box (BSNR20)
Business Source Complete 2-3/4" Prong Fastener Set for Paper - Corrosion Resistant - Silver - Steel - 50 / Box (BSNR20)
Model: R20

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$2.12 $9.54

Box of 50($0.04/Each)

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$2.01
Business Source Prong Fastener Base for Paper - Silver - 100 / Box (BSNB21)
Business Source Prong Fastener Base for Paper - Silver - 100 / Box (BSNB21)
Model: B21

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$2.62 $13.37

Box of 100($0.03/Each)

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$2.49
Officemate Roundhead Fasteners 1" Shank - 0.38" Head - Brass - 100 / Box (99814)
Officemate Roundhead Fasteners 1" Shank - 0.38" Head - Brass - 100 / Box (99814)
Model: 99814

1-2 Day Delivery

$2.74 $4.97

Box of 100($0.03/Each)

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$2.60
Universal Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Bases, 1" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (UNV81011)
Universal Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Bases, 1" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (UNV81011)
Model: 81011

1-2 Day Delivery

$2.62 $13.37

Box of 100($0.03/Each)

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$2.49
Acco Premium Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 3.5" Capacity, 8.5" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (70724)
Acco Premium Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 3.5" Capacity, 8.5" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (70724)
Model: 70724

1-2 Day Delivery

$24.60 $65.50

Box of 50($0.49/Each)

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$23.37
Business Source Self-adhesive Folder Fasteners 240 Sheet Capacity - for Paper - Self-adhesive - Silver - 100 / Box (BSNSA21)
Business Source Self-adhesive Folder Fasteners 240 Sheet Capacity - for Paper - Self-adhesive - Silver - 100 / Box (BSNSA21)
Model: SA21

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$4.78 $20.18

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$4.54
Acco #2 Washers for Two-Prong Fasteners, 1.25" Diameter, Brass, 100/Box (71511)
Acco #2 Washers for Two-Prong Fasteners, 1.25" Diameter, Brass, 100/Box (71511)
Model: 71511

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$4.98 $18.36

Box of 100($0.05/Each)

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$4.73
Acco #4 Brass Prong Paper Fasteners, 1" Capacity, Brass, 100/Box (71504)
Acco #4 Brass Prong Paper Fasteners, 1" Capacity, Brass, 100/Box (71504)
Model: 71504

1-2 Day Delivery

$9.70 $40.84

Box of 100($0.10/Each)

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$9.22
Acco #5 Brass Prong Paper Fasteners, 1.25" Capacity, Brass, 100/Box (71505)
Acco #5 Brass Prong Paper Fasteners, 1.25" Capacity, Brass, 100/Box (71505)
Model: 71505

1-2 Day Delivery

$29.34 $82.90

Box of 100($0.29/Each)

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$27.87
$1.50 OFF Acco #6 Brass Prong Paper Fasteners, 1.5" Capacity, Brass, 100/Box (71506)
Acco #6 Brass Prong Paper Fasteners, 1.5" Capacity, Brass, 100/Box (71506)
Model: 71506

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$38.66 $40.16

Box of 100($0.39/Each)

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Acco Premium Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 1" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (70012)
Acco Premium Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 1" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (70012)
Model: 70012

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$7.33 $16.80

Box of 50($0.15/Each)

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$6.96
Acco Premium Two-Prong Fastener Bases, 1" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (70013)
Acco Premium Two-Prong Fastener Bases, 1" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (70013)
Model: 70013

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$9.52 $21.35

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$9.04
$1 OFF Acco Premium Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 3" Capacity, 8.5" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (70723)
Acco Premium Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 3" Capacity, 8.5" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (70723)
Model: 70723

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$25.18 $26.18

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$1 OFF Acco Premium Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 3.5" Capacity, 4.25" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (70424)
Acco Premium Two-Piece Two-Prong Paper Fastener Base and Compressor Sets, 3.5" Capacity, 4.25" Center to Center, Silver, 50/Box (70424)
Model: 70424

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$27.61 $28.61

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Acco Premium Two-Prong Fastener Bases, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (70023)
Acco Premium Two-Prong Fastener Bases, 2" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (70023)
Model: 70023

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$9.80 $24.55

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$9.31
Acco Premium Two-Prong Fastener Compressors, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (70014)
Acco Premium Two-Prong Fastener Compressors, 2.75" Center to Center, Silver, 100/Box (70014)
Model: 70014

1-2 Day Delivery

$12.41 $24.66

Box of 100($0.12/Each)

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$11.79
Acco Self-Adhesive Two-Prong Paper Fastener Bases, 1" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Matte Steel, 100/Box (70010)
Acco Self-Adhesive Two-Prong Paper Fastener Bases, 1" Capacity, 2.75" Center to Center, Matte Steel, 100/Box (70010)
Model: 70010

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$16.74 $52.55

Box of 100($0.17/Each)

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$15.90

Secure Document Retention Starts with Reliable Fastening

High volume offices manage contracts, medical files, invoices, and operational paperwork that must remain complete and ordered. Proper document retention depends on internal fastening that prevents page separation during daily handling and long term storage.

Metal prong systems keep sheets aligned inside folders without hole damage or shifting. This reduces misfiling, improves retrieval time, and protects record integrity across departments and storage locations.

Designed for Commercial Filing Workflows

Professional environments require hardware that holds up under constant use. Reinforced bases and flexible prongs allow repeated opening and closing without weakening. Self adhesive styles attach directly inside existing folders, allowing quick upgrades to legacy filing systems.

  • Two prong styles for standard punched paperwork
  • Self adhesive mounting for retrofitting existing folders
  • Roundhead fasteners for thicker document sets
  • Metal construction for long service life
  • Consistent alignment for easier page turning

Bulk Supply for Predictable Operations

Procurement teams benefit from ordering in volume. Stocking fastening hardware prevents workflow interruptions and eliminates emergency purchasing. Bulk supply also ensures uniform document preparation across multiple departments and locations.

Reliable brands including Universal, Officemate, Acco, Business Source, and Smead provide consistent sizing that works with standard filing formats. Maintaining uniform materials helps staff follow consistent filing procedures and reduces training time.

Supports Compliance and Record Accuracy

Industries with retention requirements need documents to remain intact for inspection and auditing. Proper internal attachment helps preserve chronological order and prevents missing pages. Organized files also speed response time during regulatory review.

For complete organization systems, fasteners are commonly paired with file folders and classification folders to separate sections inside a single record. Identification becomes easier when combined with file inserts tabs and file guides.

Choosing the Correct Type

Two Prong

Ideal for standard hole punched documents and everyday filing. Provides dependable retention with quick page access.

Self Adhesive

Best for converting plain folders into secure record holders without replacing supplies.

Roundhead

Recommended for thicker document groups or legal and medical records requiring frequent updates.

Integrated Filing Systems

Active paperwork is often staged using desktop file folder sorters before final placement into storage. Archived records can then be organized inside file boxes or transported using hanging file systems for consistent structure.

Facilities managing high document volume may also rely on hanging file folders and hanging file folder racks to maintain alignment and accessibility during daily use.

Operational Benefits

  • Prevents page loss and document separation
  • Supports audit readiness
  • Improves retrieval speed
  • Maintains consistent filing practices
  • Reduces reassembly time for records

Keeping fastening supplies stocked ensures departments operate without interruption. Ordering in quantity supports consistent document preparation and lowers per unit cost while maintaining organized workflows.

Industries Using Structured Filing

  • Healthcare administration and patient records
  • Legal and accounting offices
  • Schools and district administration
  • Government and municipal agencies
  • Service and multi location businesses

Standardized fastening methods protect information accuracy and simplify long term storage. Reliable hardware supports efficient filing from document creation through archival retention.

File Fasteners Frequently Asked Questions

Do file fasteners work with standard hole punched paper?

Yes. Two prong designs are made specifically for standard punched sheets and common filing formats.

Can I add fasteners to existing folders?

Self adhesive versions allow you to convert plain folders into secured record folders without replacing inventory.

Are metal fasteners better for long term storage?

Metal construction resists bending and breakage, making it suitable for records kept for years.

Should I buy fasteners in bulk?

Bulk ordering lowers cost and prevents workflow interruptions in high volume filing environments.

Which industries use them most?

Healthcare, legal, government, education, and accounting organizations rely on them to maintain document integrity.

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