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Amazon Basics 12 Sheet High Security Micro Cut Paper, Credit Card and CD Shredder with 6 Gallon Easy Emptying Bin, Casters, Black
ASIN: B08NYC9YFX

by Amazon Basics

Amazon Basics 12 Sheet High Security Micro Cut Paper, Credit Card and CD Shredder with 6 Gallon Easy Emptying Bin, Casters, Black

8.6
Confidence High

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4.4Amazon rating(24.1K+ reviews)
Demand Top 48%
Confidence High
Mid-Range in Set

How It Compares

Compared with other products in Shredders.

Demand
52%
Expert Score
65%
Relative Price
Higher-priced

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Product Features

  • Micro cut shredder turns paper into tiny pieces (0.16 x 0.5 inches; 4 x 12 mm); meets security level P-4 standards
  • Shreds up to 12 sheets of 20-pound bond paper at a time, including staples and small paper clips; 8.7-inch-wide entry
  • Destroys CDs, DVDs, and credit cards (one at a time). For higher security, the paper slot can be used to destroy credit cards as well.
  • 4 mode control switch (auto/on, off, reverse, forward) and LED indicators (on, overload, overheat, bin full, door open)
  • 20 minute runtime; 20 minute cool down; if runs beyond max run time, it automatically shuts off to prevent overheating
  • After 30 minutes of idle time, the shredder enters sleep mode to save power
  • Easy to empty 6-gallon pull out bin and casters for smooth rolling mobility
  • Quality tested: as part of Amazon Basics quality inspections, we test every shredder before shipping it, which means you may see some paper shreds from the testing
  • Please refer to the user manual, troubleshooting guide, and instructional video before use
  • Product dimensions: 14.5 x 10.4 x 20.3 inches (LxWxH); weighs 22 pounds

Why It Ranked Well

High Confidence

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