There are many cases both in the home and at work where confidential documents need to be destroyed thoroughly, so no trace of the data remains. In those cases the documents usually cannot be burned, so the next best option is to cut them into tiny pieces, so they will become unreadable. That is exactly what a shredder does – with its powerful electric motor it moves steel teeth that cut the paper into small pieces. Shredders are a common thing in an office, but many homeowners have one in their house too. It is always more secure to grind a paper with sensitive data than throw it in the trash.
Shredders are made by many brands that make office equipment, so the market is full of them. It might be hard to pick a good one that fits your particular situation, so we will help potential buyers by compiling a list of 5 best shredders for their money.
This model has a totally jam-proof system. It is very strong, and will have no problem cutting through the thickest materials. The motor is not very loud – it uses Silent Shred technology, and the shredder will not disturb people in other rooms. The motor is silent and also saves energy, so the efficiency turns out to be almost 100%.
The shredder has an interesting safety option – the SafeSense sensors stop the machinery when hands are near the opening. The average shredding speed is 4.3 meters per minute. There is a button which activates the reverse function.
The device can handle up to 16 sheets of paper in unison. It cuts particles only 5/32 of an inch in width and ½ inch in length.
The bin holds 6 gallons of grounds, and the motor can work for up to 20 minutes straight. It needs a cooldown of 30 minutes after that.
Pros:
- The motor does not make a lot of noise while working
- The powerful motor can cut a lot of paper in one go, and the shreds are rather small
- Safety does not allow children to get hurt
Cons:
- The plastic wheels are hard to install
This model has a high-capacity cooling system, and this allows the machine to run up to 30 minutes without taking a break. In 30 minutes it can cut up 3500 sheets of paper, so it is a good model for an office where many documents need to be destroyed.
The model has a crosscutting blade, and it can cut up to 14 sheets at one time. The particles are no bigger than ¼ inch by 14/25 inch. The system is jam-proof, and if the machine finds a piece it can’t chew, it starts the reverse function.
The box for paper grounds holds 4.5 gallons. This is a good volume, and you will not be emptying it often. There is a window made of clear plastic in the bin, which allows you to see the scraps inside.
The machine will show a red LED when it is overheated. It has a one-year warranty.
Pros:
- The motor and the processing speed are amazingly quick, and it does not have to cool off often
- The motor is fairly quiet, and will not disturb people in other rooms
- The bin is large enough for a long working time
Cons:
- The slide-out box for garbage makes it hard to put the ground in a small bag
This device can slice up to 12 sheets at once, and also will cut harder things, like CDs or DVDs and also credit cards. The pieces will be 5/32 inch in width and 15/32 inches in length. The model is notable for being able to run a very long time without stopping – up to an hour straight.
The model will immediately stop, when it detects a jam, and enable the reverse. The garbage bin fits 5 gallons, and this lets it work for a long time without the need to unload. When the bin is filled, the LED will display its status. The LED also indicates when there is an overheating problem.
The small wheels on the shredder’s bottom are made of soft plastic and do not scratch the floor. The manufacturer provides a one-year guarantee with the device.
Pros:
- Very quiet, does not make much noise or vibration
- Can cut for an extremely long time – up to an hour long, and after that it just needs a short cool-down
- Not too high a price for such a good shredder
Cons:
- It is hard to empty the bin without spilling a lot off the paper
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