Dahle 40434 High Security Level P-7 Micro Cut Paper Shredder

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Dahle 40434 High Security Level 6 Micro-Cut Paper Shredder Review

Are you looking for a new paper shredder that will offer you an unbeatable amount of security? If so, the Dahle 40434 is one machine that you need to check out. Here's a rundown of its strengths and weaknesses:

Strengths:

• The 40434 is a micro-cut machine that offers the highest possible amount of security. The shredder will turn your documents into shreds that measure just 1 x 4.7 millimeters so you can protect highly classified information. The machine has a 10.25" feed opening so you can shred legal- and letter-sized documents with ease.
• This shredder has the ability to shred up to 400 sheets per day, so it's a good choice for office use. The motor is thermally protected so you will be able to shred continuously when necessary.
• The 40434 is easy to use and maintain. The machine is equipped with an EvenFlow automatic oiler that helps keep things running smoothly. Also, this shredder's controls are all within easy access so you can shred your documents without any trouble.
• You won't need to get rid of your shreds very often since this machine comes with a 30-gallon waste bin. You can even line the waste bin with gusseted bags so you can store even more shreds. Also, your work area will stay somewhat quiet when shredding since sound and vibrations are muffled and absorbed by the shredder's wooden cabinet and rubber shock mounts.
• It's possible to save energy when using this machine because it has a SmartPower system. This feature helps reduce power consumption when the shredder is idle. If you don't use the shredder for 20 minutes, the machine will shut down completely.
• The 40434 is durable and will be able to provide you with lots of security over the years. The cutting head is made out of exceptionally strong German steel and it's covered by a lifetime warranty. General parts and labor are backed by a 2-year warranty.

Weaknesses:

• Although the 40434 can shred up to 400 sheets per day, you will only be able to process 12 sheets per pass. This is a fairly low shredding capacity but it's to be expected of a micro-cut machine. After all, the machine has to work twice as hard to process your paper.
• This shredder cannot process multimedia items such as CD's and floppy disks. If you need to shred those items, make sure you have an additional machine that can handle them.
• The 40434 is pretty large with dimensions of 36.75" x 21.5" x 17.5". If your work area is small, you might want to measure it to ensure that the machine will fit in it.

Although the Dahle 40434 has a few weaknesses, they don't detract from the fact that this is a superb micro-cut shredder. While the shredding capacity is somewhat low, that's typical of a micro-cut shredder and the machine's 30-gallon waste bin makes up for the fact that it's fairly large. This is the perfect shredder to get if you need an extremely high level of security. The machine is easy to use and maintain, it can help you save power, and it's durable. Plus, it comes with great warranty coverage. If the 40434 sounds like the right shredder for your office, be sure to check it out today.