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product_id: 42260609
title: "Sharp EL-W516TBSL Advanced Scientific Calculator with WriteView™ 4 Line Display & Solar Power"
brand: "sharp"
price: "C$2752"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Sharp"
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# 16-digit, 4-line LCD display Twin-power solar + battery backup 640 advanced functions & 7 versatile modes Sharp EL-W516TBSL Advanced Scientific Calculator with WriteView™ 4 Line Display & Solar Power

**Brand:** sharp
**Price:** C$2752
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔢 Elevate your calculations—because precision is the new power move.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sharp EL-W516TBSL Advanced Scientific Calculator with WriteView™ 4 Line Display & Solar Power by sharp
- **How much does it cost?** C$2752 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- sharp enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sharp brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **640 Functions, 7 Modes:** From algebra to calculus, master every equation with professional precision.
- • **Twin-Power Reliability:** Solar powered with battery backup ensures uninterrupted performance anytime, anywhere.
- • **Memory at Your Fingertips:** 8 temporary + 3 definable memory buttons keep your workflow seamless.
- • **Durable Matte Black Elegance:** Sleek, scratch-resistant finish with silver accents for a premium desk presence.
- • **Crystal-Clear WriteView Display:** See calculations exactly as in textbooks for flawless comprehension.

## Overview

The Sharp EL-W516TBSL is a professional-grade scientific calculator featuring a large 16-digit, 4-line WriteView LCD display that shows calculations as they appear in textbooks. Equipped with 640 functions and 7 modes, it supports a wide range of math and science disciplines from algebra to physics. Its durable matte black finish with silver accents complements any workspace, while twin-power solar and battery backup guarantee reliable use. Ideal for professionals and students aiming for accuracy and efficiency.

## Description

Advanced, 4-line scientific calculator with WriteView display, allows calculations to be entered and displayed as written they would appear in a textbook. With 640 functions, the EL-W516TBSL is ideal for professionals and students studying general math and science, pre-algebra, algebra I & II, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, trigonometry, statistics, biology, chemistry, and physics. Features a durable matte black finish with silver accents and operates on twin-power (solar with battery backup).

Review: Good Calculator, works well, farily durable. - I've had this awhile, didn't review it right away as I was not sure of its features and use. I bought this to replace a TI Scientific calculator I had for a long time. This had a lot more features, had to really play with it to understand how to use it. If I was a millenial or younger I probably would have picked it right up, but I'm much older. I like that it has a solar cell and a battery, haven't had to replace the battery and its been a couple of years. The feel of the buttons seems cheaper than my old TI, but it works well, very functional, display is not always the brightest but in decent light it is very clear and readable. Has a slide on cover that fits on the back when in use and then slides off and onto the front to protect the buttons when needed, good design as it won't get lost or broken that way.
Review: Good programmers calculator - It seems a bit perverse to not just use the calculator tool built in to most major operating systems, but sometimes you just need to do a quick calculation without wading through menus. This does the important bit twiddling operations on buttons (doesn't have rsh/lsh/rol/ror, but you can cope) and is equally convenient for fixed point/normal calculations. Good readable screen (man I wish it was backlit) and a sturdy cover for sticking in your laptop bag. Pretty sure this is the best option outside a vintage 16c Weird limitation of 9 binary digits means you can only convert hex up to 1FF

## Features

- Large 16 Digit, 4 Line LCD Display with WriteView
- 640 Functions and 7 Modes: Normal, Stat, Drill, Complex, Matrix, List & Equation
- 8 Temporary, & 3 Definable Memory Buttons
- Home Key Allows Users To Start Fresh From Any Screen
- Durable, Gloss Black Finish with Silver Accents

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B06XS6V17P |
| Best Sellers Rank | #37,991 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #73 in Scientific Calculators |
| Brand | Sharp |
| Calculator Type | Engineering/Scientific |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Most devices with necessary input and display capabilities (e.g., computers, laptops, calculators) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,309 Reviews |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00074000019584 |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 6.6"L x 3.1"W |
| Item Weight | 6.8 g |
| Manufacturer | Sharp |
| Material | Plastic |
| Mfr Part Number | ELW516TBSL |
| Model Name | EL W516TBSL |
| Model Number | ELW516TBSL |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Power Source | Solar Powered |
| UPC | 074000019584 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sharp
- **Calculator Type:** Engineering/Scientific
- **Color:** Black
- **Model Name:** EL W516TBSL
- **Power Source:** Solar Powered

## Images

![Sharp EL-W516TBSL Advanced Scientific Calculator with WriteView™ 4 Line Display & Solar Power - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91p1shr2KcL.jpg)
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![Sharp EL-W516TBSL Advanced Scientific Calculator with WriteView™ 4 Line Display & Solar Power - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YO3gkF14L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is there a way to force the default answer format to be in decimal instead of funky fractions, requiring use of the "change" key?**
A: I changed my EL-W516X to display decimals instead of fractions by changing it to Line View: Press 2ND F -> MATH (for SET UP) -> 2: EDITOR -> 1: LINE.

**Q: I can save mathematical formulas and equations in the calculator memory?**
A: You can store four formulas in F1, F2, F3, F4. I have stored the quadratic formulas and the vertex formulas for a parabola, -B/2A, (4AC-B^2)/4A.

**Q: I bought this calculator but upon opening the package I found that the calculator wasn't coming on. Does anybody know how this can be fixed?**
A: Before you return, try resting it by a window to charge the solar cells.  I have found that if I don't use it for a while it may not come on until it gets a few minutes "in the sun". I think that it should not do that but after 10-15 minutes it was functioning, and for weeks.

**Q: Is this an rpn calculator? similar to hp35s**
A: This Calculator (Sharp EL-W516TBSL) does not have RPN abilities. I don't know/ heard of a Sharp calculator having RPN abilities just HP's as of now. I have played and own different types of HP RPN calculators including HP35s, I think RPN is pretty cool and fun to use. I do have an older ver/ model of this Sharp calculator and does not have RPN. Hope this helps

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Calculator, works well, farily durable.
*by J***B on May 28, 2025*

I've had this awhile, didn't review it right away as I was not sure of its features and use. I bought this to replace a TI Scientific calculator I had for a long time. This had a lot more features, had to really play with it to understand how to use it. If I was a millenial or younger I probably would have picked it right up, but I'm much older. I like that it has a solar cell and a battery, haven't had to replace the battery and its been a couple of years. The feel of the buttons seems cheaper than my old TI, but it works well, very functional, display is not always the brightest but in decent light it is very clear and readable. Has a slide on cover that fits on the back when in use and then slides off and onto the front to protect the buttons when needed, good design as it won't get lost or broken that way.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good programmers calculator
*by N***N on March 30, 2025*

It seems a bit perverse to not just use the calculator tool built in to most major operating systems, but sometimes you just need to do a quick calculation without wading through menus. This does the important bit twiddling operations on buttons (doesn't have rsh/lsh/rol/ror, but you can cope) and is equally convenient for fixed point/normal calculations. Good readable screen (man I wish it was backlit) and a sturdy cover for sticking in your laptop bag. Pretty sure this is the best option outside a vintage 16c Weird limitation of 9 binary digits means you can only convert hex up to 1FF

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good for university or office. Not so good for school
*by A***E on August 3, 2026*

Functionally it is well conceived. Very powerful, and lots of functions without digging into menus. Unfortunately it is not so sturdy like Casios out there.It feels somewhat plasticky and cheap.

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*Last updated: 2026-08-31*