Effeluviate Heavy Duty Paper Shredder A1
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The Effeluviate Heavy Duty Paper Shredder A1 is designed for high-volume shredding in home, office, and commercial environments. It features a 400-sheet auto-feed capacity and P5 micro-cut security, ensuring confidential data protection. The shredder includes a 13.2-gallon pullout basket with wheels for easy disposal and smart alerts for bin-full/door-open status. It also has a dual cooling system and industrial motors for non-stop operation and jam protection. It shreds paper, credit cards, letters, mail, and staples.
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A function that automatically starts shredding when paper is inserted and automatically stops when shredding is complete. Even if you are busy, shredding starts and stops automatically, saving time and effort. Convenient for quickly processing documents received by mail or direct mail.
The automatic start/stop function initiates shredding as soon as paper is inserted and stops when finished, enhancing ease of use. This feature saves time and effort, making it convenient for processing documents quickly. It is particularly useful for handling mail or direct mail efficiently.
A function that reverses the blades to remove paper jams. Even if paper gets caught during shredding, it can be easily removed without damaging the device. Allows for safe and continuous use.
The reverse rotation function effectively clears paper jams by reversing the blades, preventing damage to the shredder and ensuring continuous operation. This function is simple and easy to use in the event of a paper jam, allowing for safe and continuous use without interruptions.
A function that automatically stops operation when the motor temperature rises excessively. Prevents damage to the shredder due to continuous use and overheating. Enables safe use for extended periods.
The overheat prevention function automatically shuts down the shredder when the motor gets too hot, protecting it from damage and prolonging its lifespan. This prevents potentially dangerous overheating, ensuring safe use for extended periods and maintaining the machine's longevity.
A function that automatically stops operation when the waste box is full. Prevents paper scraps from overflowing and scattering. Reduces the hassle of frequently emptying the waste box.
The automatic stop function halts operation when the waste bin is full, preventing overflow and making waste disposal more manageable. This feature is convenient and avoids messy situations, effectively preventing overfilling and reducing the hassle of frequent emptying.
A function that allows shredding of plastic cards such as credit cards. Protects personal information by completely destroying not only paper documents but also credit cards. Useful for disposing of expired cards.
The ability to shred credit cards adds an extra layer of security, ensuring that sensitive plastic cards are completely destroyed and unrecoverable. This is highly valuable for secure disposal, providing a great feature for safeguarding personal data and preventing identity theft.
A function that locks the shredder to prevent accidental operation. Prevents children or pets from accidentally operating the shredder and causing injury. Provides peace of mind in homes with children or pets.
This model does not include a safety lock function. While other safety features such as overload and overheating protection ensure safe operation, the absence of a safety lock could be a concern in homes with children or pets, as it prevents accidental operation and potential injury.
SHOPSTAFF Rating Score
This shredder is designed for heavy-duty use with a large auto-feed capacity and micro-cut security. However, some users have reported issues with the auto-feed jamming. It's positioned as a commercial-grade shredder for home and office use.
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Key Highlights
- High shredding capacity with auto-feed
- P5 micro-cut security for confidential documents
- Large bin capacity reduces emptying frequency
- Includes overload and overheating protection
Considerations
- Use auto-feed for A4 paper only
- Manually feed credit cards and staples
- Monitor for potential jams in the auto-feed
- Ensure proper maintenance with included accessories
Recommended For
- Small business owners
- Home office users with high shredding needs
- Individuals concerned with data privacy
- Offices with moderate to high shredding needs
Not Recommended For
- Individuals with very low shredding needs
- Users needing absolute destruction of highly sensitive documents (government/military)
- none in particular
Suitable For
- Office document disposal
- Home financial record shredding
- Small business data protection
- Confidential document destruction
Not Suitable For
- Industrial-scale shredding
- Use in extremely dusty environments
- Mobile shredding services
- none in particular
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q.I'm looking for a shredder that can handle a decent amount of paper at once. Does this shredder really shred 12 sheets like it claims?
Q.How loud is this shredder? I need something that won't disturb others in my home office.
Q.I'm concerned about safety, especially with the blades. Are they easily accessible and pose a risk of injury?
Q.How easy is it to empty the shredder?
Q.I want to shred credit cards and staples as well. Can this shredder handle those materials without breaking?
Q.Is this shredder suitable for heavy use, like shredding a lot of documents at once?
SHOPSTAFF Rating Ranking
Heavy-duty cross-cut shredder for office. 24-sheet capacity, 40 mins nonstop, quiet operation, anti-jam, P-4 security.
| Shred Size | 4 x 35 mm | Shred Type | Cross Cut |
| Sheet Capacity | 24 sheets | Bin Capacity | 34 L |
| Shred Speed | - m/min | Security Level | P-4 |
| Throat Width | - mm | Power Consumption | - W |
| Auto Start/Stop | Yes | Overheat Protection | Yes |
Heavy-duty, quiet cross-cut shredder for home/office. Shreds 20 sheets, 60 mins nonstop, anti-jam, shreds CDs/cards.
| Shred Size | 4x35 mm | Shred Type | Cross-cut |
| Sheet Capacity | 20 sheets | Bin Capacity | 25 L |
| Shred Speed | - m/min | Security Level | P-4 |
| Throat Width | - mm | Power Consumption | - W |
| Auto Start/Stop | Yes | Overheat Protection | Yes |
Micro-cut shredder with 20-sheet capacity, jam-proof system, SafeSense, and 8-gallon pull-out waste bin.
| Shred Size | 4 x 12 mm | Shred Type | Micro Cut |
| Sheet Capacity | 20 sheets | Bin Capacity | 30.3 L |
| Shred Speed | - m/min | Security Level | P-4 |
| Throat Width | - mm | Power Consumption | - W |
| Auto Start/Stop | - | Overheat Protection | - |
Auto-feed shredder with 300-sheet capacity, cross-cut, P-4 security, jam protection, and oil-free operation. German engineered.
| Shred Size | 4.76 x 15.88 mm | Shred Type | Cross-cut |
| Sheet Capacity | 14 sheets | Bin Capacity | 41.6 L |
| Shred Speed | 3.66 m/min | Security Level | P-4 |
| Throat Width | 222.25 mm | Power Consumption | - W |
| Auto Start/Stop | Yes | Overheat Protection | Yes |
300-sheet auto feed shredder with micro-cut, 60 min runtime, 8.1-gallon bin, and quiet operation for office use.
| Shred Size | 4 x 12 mm | Shred Type | Micro Cut |
| Sheet Capacity | 300 sheets | Bin Capacity | 30.6 L |
| Shred Speed | - m/min | Security Level | P-4 |
| Throat Width | - mm | Power Consumption | - W |
| Auto Start/Stop | Yes | Overheat Protection | Yes |
