Amazon Basics 6 Sheet Cross Cut Paper and Credit Card Home Office Shredder with 3.8 Gallon Bin, Black
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Amazon Basics 6 Sheet Cross Cut Paper and Credit Card Home Office Shredder with 3.8 Gallon Bin, Black

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Details

  • Cut Type
    Cross Cut
  • Brand
    Amazon Basics
  • Capacity
    3.8 Gallons
  • Color
    Black
  • Special Feature
    Overheating
🔒Cross-cut security
🔥Overheat protection
🗑️6-sheet capacity

Description

🛡️ Secure Your Secrets with Style!

  • SAFETY FIRST - Equipped with thermal protection to prevent overheating, keeping your workspace safe and efficient.
  • COMPACT POWERHOUSE - With a sleek design and a 3.8-gallon bin, it fits perfectly in any home office while minimizing mess.
  • JAM FREE EXPERIENCE - Manual reverse feature allows for easy clearing of paper jams, so you can keep shredding without interruption.
  • VERSATILE SHREDDING - Not just paper! This shredder handles credit cards, small paper clips, and staples with ease.
  • SHRED WITH CONFIDENCE - Effortlessly shreds up to 6 sheets at once, ensuring your sensitive information is securely destroyed.

The Amazon Basics 6 Sheet Cross Cut Paper and Credit Card Shredder is a reliable and efficient solution for protecting your sensitive information. With a 6-sheet capacity, thermal protection, and the ability to shred credit cards and small office supplies, this compact shredder is perfect for any home office setup.

Specifications

ManufacturerAmazon
BrandAmazon Basics
Item Weight8 pounds
Product Dimensions7.7 x 12.1 x 15 inches
Item model numberAS662C
Is Discontinued By ManufacturerNo
ColorBlack
Number of Items1
Size6 Sheet
Manufacturer Part NumberAS662C

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Reviews

4.4

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C**Z

Reliable and Affordable – Perfect for Everyday Shredding!

recently bought the Amazon Basics 6‑Sheet Cross Cut Paper Shredder and have been very happy with its performance. Here’s what stood out:• Shreds up to six sheets at once: Exactly as advertised—smooth, efficient shredding with no paper jams so far.• Cross-cut style: Creates small, confetti-like pieces for better security compared to strip shredders.• Compact & lightweight design: Takes up minimal desk space and is easy to move around when needed.• Decent waste bin capacity: Can handle about two reams before needing emptying—great for home or small office use.• Safety features: Auto shut-off activates when the bin is removed or overheated, giving me peace of mind.Overall, it’s a straightforward, dependable shredder at a great price. If you’re looking for a no-nonsense machine for occasional personal or home office use, this one’s a solid choice!

S**G

Good small shredder for light use

This shredder is a compact and efficient shredding solution designed for home or small office use. It specializes in cross-cutting documents into small, confetti-like pieces (P-4 security level) for enhanced data protection. Beyond paper, it can also shred credit cards, staples, and small paper clips which is handy so you don't have to dismantle document packets before stuffing them in . Has a 3.7-gallon waste bin, a 3-minute continuous run time, and basic safety features like overheat protection. It's a basic small shredder good for personal use, but not recommended for heavy duty office use.Pros:– Provides high-security cross-cut shredding (P-4 standard) for sensitive documents– Capable of shredding credit cards, staples, and small paper clips for versatile use– Compact design makes it suitable for small home offices or personal desks– Easy-to-empty 3.7-gallon waste bin– Includes auto-on/off, reverse, and forward modes for user convenience– Features LED indicators for power, overheat, and overload status– Built-in auto-shutoff mechanism prevents overheatingCons:– Short continuous run time of 3 minutes requires frequent cool-down periods (30 minutes) for larger tasks– Can't shred metallic credit cards– Maximum capacity of 8 sheets at a time may be insufficient for very high-volume shredding needs– Bin is relatively smallOverall this is a good shredder for small office or personal use. The price is right, and it works as described. Recommended for light use (not for heavy duty use).

M**N

Excellent Shredder!

This shredder was well worth the money. I like the design, work buttons and safety features. It isn't as noisy/loud as I thought it would be from a few of the reviews here. It is very powerful and shredded several sheets easily. I have even shredded thinner cardboard for my worm bin and the machine had no problem. The wheels are a huge bonus because it is bit heavy. The bin holds a large capacity of shredding.

A**N

Good $30 shredder

I got the white 8 sheet shredder and I'm happy with this for a $30 shredder. I've needed a shredder for a while now but didn't get one because the one I had before was about $70-80 and I didn't want to spend that again. For a cheaper model, this one does a good job. A lot of my pros and cons are comparing this to the more expensive shredder I bought at Costco. This is a good model if you just need something quick and easy for home/personal use.PROS:+ Simple functionality/easy to use+ Compact size fits under a desk easily+ Easy to empty+ Top part has a handle+ Bin is lightweight and has a clear section to see what's in the bin+ Comes in different colors+ Long power cord+ Good for personal use+ Entry slot is too skinny for fingersCONS:- A little loud but most shredders are- The 8 sheet model is somewhat slower than the expensive one I owned before- No locking function/security to keep someone from getting into bin- Even though it says it shreds 8 sheets, I've seen it slow down with 3-4 sheets (I would do 1 sheet at a time)- Bin is small and fills up quickly- No wheels- Not for business use

V**E

Perfect for Shredding Sensitive Documents

This shredder is exactly what I needed for securely disposing of sensitive documents. It’s compact, easy to use, and gets the job done quickly. The shred size is small enough to give me peace of mind, and it handles multiple sheets with no issues.If you're looking for a reliable shredder for home or office use, this one is a great choice. Simple, effective, and does what it promises!

J**L

Affordable, functional cross cut shredder

If you've ever examined the results of a straight shredder, it may have occurred to you that the magnitude of protection is rather dubious. Enter the "cross cut" shredder. To be clear though, if "they" are really out to get you, they'll lay the debris out flat, photograph both sides, with a hi-res scanner, run it through some pattern matching software, and you're cooked! However, no casual criminal or data thief is ever gonna crack this. Mix the debris in with your garbage and the data is as good as gone. In conclusion, I'm very pleased with the shredder, but those of you who are ACTUALLY paranoid need to spend a lot more money. ;)The handle on the shredder is very handy. I have no need to shred more than a page or two at a time so I can't comment on how it performs near it's limits.

R**

Very nice shredder

This is a really nice shredder for the price. The size is perfect for my needs and the operation straight forward. Looks to be very well built and the handle is a nice feature making it easy to remove the top and put it back on. It cuts documents in nice small pieces ensuring security of sensitive information. It is quieter than I expected. The speed is decent. For no more than this cost, it is very nice.

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