Paper Shredders Shop by Cut Type

Discover paper shredders designed for different security requirements by choosing the cut type that best matches your needs. Strip-cut shredders cut documents into long strips and work well for basic document disposal, while cross-cut shredders create smaller confetti-like pieces for greater protection. For highly sensitive information, micro-cut shredders reduce documents into much smaller particles. Whether you're destroying personal information at home or confidential business records in an office, selecting the right cutting style is an important part of document security. MyBinding.com carries shredders from trusted brands including HSM, Fellowes, and Swingline, with options for different security levels, capacities, and work environments.

Paper Shredders Shop by Cut Type

Discover paper shredders designed for different security requirements by choosing the cut type that best matches your needs. Strip-cut shredders cut documents into long strips and work well for basic document disposal, while cross-cut shredders...

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MBM DestroyIt 2604 Level P-4 Cross Cut Paper Shredder - DSH0362
Destroyit

Item#: MB-2604CC

$2,249.00

features

  • High-Speed Shredding: Shreds up to 25 sheets at a rapid speed of 28 feet per minute, ensuring efficient document disposal.
  • Durable Construction: Built with a fully enclosed, dust-proof gearbox and a sturdy wooden cabinet on casters for enhanced longevity and mobility.
  • Innovative Safety Features: Equipped with a transparent safety shield and an Easy Switch control element for user-friendly operation and safety.
  • Lifetime Warranty: Enjoy peace of mind with a lifetime limited warranty on cutting shafts and wheels, plus additional coverage on other parts.
$2,249.00
Dahle 20396 Level P-4 Cross Cut High Capacity Paper Shredder
Dahle

Item#: DA20396

$5,642.86

features

  • High Efficiency: Shreds up to 38 sheets at once, perfect for high-volume shredding tasks.
  • Robust Motor: Capable of processing between 12,000 and 28,000 sheets daily for maximum productivity.
  • Enhanced Safety: Features automatic shut-off and safety lock to protect users during operation.
  • Convenient Mobility: Sturdy wooden cabinet with casters for easy movement and placement in any office space.
$5,642.86
DestroyIt 3104 Level P-4 Cross-Cut Paper Shredder - DSH0315
Destroyit

Item#: MB-3104CC

$2,699.00

features

  • Efficient Shredding: Shreds 22-25 sheets at a rapid speed of 18 feet per minute, perfect for high-volume office use.
  • Enhanced Security: Cross-cut design ensures a P-4 security level, providing peace of mind for sensitive document destruction.
  • User-Friendly Operation: Features an "Easy Switch" control with color codes and back-lit symbols for intuitive monitoring.
  • Durable and Mobile Design: Sturdy wooden cabinet on casters for easy mobility, complemented by a lifetime warranty on cutting shafts and wheels.
$2,699.00
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Intimus 32 CP4 Cross Cut Paper Shredder - 277164
Intimus

Item#: 277164

$368.15

features

  • Versatile Shredding: Effortlessly shreds paper, CDs, DVDs, staples, paper clips, and plastic cards for comprehensive document security.
  • Quiet Operation: Features Silentec technology for reduced noise levels, ensuring a peaceful work environment.
  • Easy Mobility: Mounted on rollers for convenient movement around the office, making it accessible for multiple users.
  • Durable Design: Constructed from shock-resistant plastic and wood, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.
$368.15
MBM Destroyit 2604 SMC Super Micro Cut Paper Shredder - DSH0364
Destroyit

Item#: MB-2604SMC

$3,933.00

features

  • Shred Capacity: 7 - 10 Sheets
  • Cut Style: Micro Cut
  • Security Level: P-7 (Old Level 6)
  • Waste Bin Capacity: 30 gal.
$3,933.00
Formax OnSite FD 8402CC Cross-Cut Paper Shredder
Formax

Item#: FD8402CC

$2,205.00

features

  • High-Speed Shredding: Shreds up to 33 feet per minute, ensuring efficient document disposal.
  • Durable Construction: Features heat-treated steel cutters and an all-metal cabinet for long-lasting performance.
  • Enhanced Safety Features: Equipped with a door safety sensor and thermal overload protection for secure operation.
  • Easy Maintenance: Includes an EvenFlow™ Semi-Automatic Oiling System and oil indicator for optimal blade care.
$2,205.00
MBM Destroyit 2503 Micro Cut Paper Shredder - DSH0301
Destroyit

Item#: MB-2503MC

$1,687.00

features

  • Shred Capacity: 8 - 10 Sheets
  • Cut Style: Micro Cut
  • Security Level: P-5 (Old Level 4)
  • Waste Bin Capacity: 26 gal.
$1,687.00
MBM DestroyIt 2604 Level P-5 Cross Cut Paper Shredder - DSH0361L
Destroyit

Item#: MB-26045CC

$2,249.00

features

  • High-Volume Performance: Designed for heavy-duty use, capable of shredding 14 to 16 sheets at once for efficient document disposal.
  • Enhanced Security: P-5 security level ensures maximum confidentiality with particles measuring 3/16" x 1-1/2".
  • Durable and Mobile Design: Sturdy wooden cabinet on casters allows for easy movement, while the dust-proof gearbox enhances longevity.
  • Convenient Operation: User-friendly control panel with color codes and back-lit symbols for quick operational status checks.
$2,249.00
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Destroyit 2445 Level P-5 Cross-Cut Paper Shredder - DSH0065
Destroyit

Item#: DSH0065

$1,092.14

features

  • Feed Opening: 9 1/2"
  • Security Level: P-5
  • Sheet Capacity: 6-8
  • Shred Speed: 14 ft./min.
$1,092.14
Dahle 50564 Level P-4 Oil-Free Cross-Cut Department Paper Shredder
Dahle

Item#: 50564

$2,527.00

features

  • Maintenance-Free Operation: Enjoy hassle-free shredding with an oil-free design that eliminates the need for regular maintenance.
  • High Security Shredding: Achieve peace of mind with P-4 security level, ensuring sensitive information is securely destroyed into small cross-cut particles.
  • Large Waste Capacity: The 45-gallon waste bin allows for less frequent emptying, enhancing productivity and convenience.
  • Environmentally Friendly Features: SmartPower Energy Management reduces power consumption during inactivity, making it a sustainable choice for your office.
$2,527.00
Destroyit 3104 Level P-5 Micro-cut Shredder - DSH0316
Destroyit

Item#: DSH0316

$2,699.00

features

  • High-Speed Shredding: Shreds up to 18 feet per minute, ensuring efficient document disposal.
  • Versatile Cutting Capability: Effectively shreds paper, staples, paper clips, credit cards, and CDs for comprehensive security.
  • Durable Design: Features a robust twin drive system and high-quality steel cutting shafts for long-lasting performance.
  • Easy Mobility: Mounted on casters for effortless movement around your office space.
$2,699.00
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GBC ShredMaster PX10-06 10-Sheet Level P-4 Cross-Cut Shredder - 1757405
GBC

Item#: GBC1757405

$183.89

features

  • Efficient Shredding: Shreds up to 10 sheets at once, including staples and paper clips, for quick and hassle-free document disposal.
  • Quiet Operation: Whisper Shred Technology ensures a peaceful work environment by keeping noise levels below 62 dBA.
  • User-Friendly Design: Modern touch controls and a compact design make it easy to use and perfect for any office space.
  • Safety Features: Jam-free operation with automatic reverse and recessed blades for enhanced user safety.
$183.89
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Dahle PaperSAFE PS 100 5-Sheet Level P-4 Deskside Shredder
Dahle

Item#: 04PS100

$106.67

features

  • Compact Design: Perfectly sized for desksides, maximizing space without sacrificing performance.
  • High Security: P-4 security level ensures sensitive information is thoroughly destroyed for your peace of mind.
  • Efficient Operation: Shreds up to 5 sheets at a speed of 10 feet per minute, enhancing productivity in your workspace.
  • Easy Maintenance: Oil-free operation and a user-friendly waste bin make upkeep simple and mess-free.
$106.67
MBM DestroyIt 2503 Strip Cut Paper Shredder - DSH0300
Destroyit

Item#: MB-2503SC

$1,510.00

features

  • Shred Capacity: 19 - 21 Sheets
  • Cut Style: Strip Cut
  • Security Level: P-2 (Old Level 2)
  • Waste Bin Capacity: 26 gal.
$1,510.00
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GBC ShredMaster SX20-08 20-Sheet Level P-4 Cross-Cut Shredder - 1758502
GBC

Item#: GBC1758502

$490.12

features

  • Cross-cut shredding for enhanced security, turning documents into 5/32" x 1-1/2" particles.
  • Whisper Shred Technology ensures quiet operation, perfect for office environments.
  • Eco Power Save feature conserves energy by automatically shutting off after 2 minutes of inactivity.
  • LED indicator lights keep you informed about shredder status, including bin full and overheating alerts.
$490.12
MBM Destroyit 4005 Cross-Cut Paper Shredder - DSH0501
Destroyit

Item#: MB4005-CC

$7,030.00

features

  • Shred Capacity: 30 - 32 Sheets
  • Cut Style: Cross Cut
  • Security Level: P-4 (Old Level 3)
  • Waste Bin Capacity: 59 gal.
$7,030.00
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Destroyit 2445 SMC Level P-7 High-Security Shredder - DSH0067
Destroyit

Item#: DSH0067

$1,822.40

features

  • Security level: P-7 (Old Level 6)
  • Particle Size: .8 x 5 mm
  • Sheet capacity: 5-7
  • Shred speed, ft./min.: 14
$1,822.40
Destroyit 3104 Level P-2 Strip-cut Shredder - DSH0314
Destroyit

Item#: DSH0314

$2,341.00

features

  • Robust Safety Features: Equipped with an SPS (Safety Protection System) and a transparent safety shield for secure operation.
  • Efficient Shredding Speed: Shreds documents at a rapid speed of 18 feet per minute, enhancing productivity.
  • Versatile Cutting Capability: High-quality cutting shafts can shred staples, paper clips, credit cards, and CDs, making it ideal for various office needs.
  • Durable and Reliable: Backed by a lifetime warranty on cutting shafts and a powerful motor designed for continuous operation, ensuring long-lasting performance.
$2,341.00
MBM Destroyit 2503 Cross Cut Paper Shredder - DSH0302
Destroyit

Item#: MB-2503CC

$1,687.00

features

  • Shred Capacity: 12 - 14 Sheets
  • Cut Style: Cross Cut
  • Security Level: P-4
  • Waste Bin Capacity: 20 Gallons
$1,687.00
Intimus 120 CP4 Cross Cut Paper Shredder - 227154S1
Intimus

Item#: 227154S1

$1,683.22

features

  • High Shredding Efficiency: Shred up to 25 sheets at once with a cutting speed of 27 ft./min, ensuring quick and effective document destruction.
  • Versatile Shredding Capability: Effortlessly shreds not only paper but also CDs, DVDs, credit cards, and more, making it a comprehensive solution for all your shredding needs.
  • Enhanced User Experience: Features like the integrated Auto Reverse Function and Dynamic Load Sensor promote hassle-free operation and prevent paper jams.
  • Quiet and Eco-Friendly Operation: Silentec technology reduces noise levels to below 57 db(A), while EcoLogic design ensures energy efficiency, making it ideal for office environments.
$1,683.22
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Destroyit 2445 Level P-4 Cross-Cut Paper Shredder - DSH0066
Destroyit

Item#: DSH0066

$1,092.14

features

  • Feed Opening: 9 1/2"
  • Particle Size: 3/16" x 1-1/2"
  • Sheet Capacity: 11-13
  • Shred Speed: 14 ft./min.
$1,092.14
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Destroyit 2265 Deskside Level P-4 Cross-Cut Shredder - DSH0063
Destroyit

Item#: DSH0063

$404.29

features

  • High-Quality Cutting Performance: Equipped with hardened steel cutting shafts that effortlessly shred paper clips and staples, ensuring complete destruction of sensitive documents.
  • Compact and Efficient Design: With dimensions of 8 3/4 x 13 1/2 x 21 inches, this shredder fits seamlessly into any office space while maintaining a shredding speed of 12 feet per minute.
  • Enhanced Safety Features: Includes a transparent safety shield, safety flap, and automatic power cut-off when the bin is removed, prioritizing user safety during operation.
  • Reliable Warranty: Backed by a lifetime limited warranty on cutting shafts and wheels, plus a three-year warranty on other parts, ensuring long-term peace of mind for your investment.
$404.29
Dahle 50114 Level P-4 MHP Oil-Free Cross Cut Shredder
Dahle

Item#: 50114

$698.00

features

  • Feed Width: 9.5"
  • Particle Size: 3/16" x 1 1/4" Cross Cut
  • Sheet Capacity : 10 Sheets (20lb paper) / 12 Sheets (16lb paper)
  • Security Level: P-4
$698.00
GBC Stack and Shred 600X AutoFeed Level P-4 Cross-Cut Shredder - WSM1757610
GBC

Item#: 04GBCWSM1757510

$2,296.92

features

  • Effortless Shredding: Automatically shreds up to 600 sheets at once, allowing you to save time and focus on other tasks.
  • High Security: P-4 cross-cut technology ensures your sensitive documents are irreversibly destroyed for maximum confidentiality.
  • Extended Operation: Enjoy 240 minutes of continuous shredding with a powerful induction motor, perfect for high-volume office use.
  • Quiet Performance: Operates quietly, making it ideal for maintaining a peaceful work environment while ensuring document security.
$2,296.92

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Frequently Asked Questions

Strip-cut shredders produce long, thin strips and generally offer higher sheet capacity and faster shred speed, which suits high-volume, lower-sensitivity paper disposal where speed matters more than reconstruction resistance. Cross-cut shredders cut in two directions, producing smaller confetti-like pieces that offer meaningfully better security for documents containing account numbers, personal information, or other sensitive content. For most modern offices, cross-cut has become the more common default specifically because it balances reasonable speed with a real security improvement over strip-cut. Dedicated strip-cut models, if speed is the priority over particle size, are grouped under strip cut paper shredders.

Micro-cut becomes worth the added cost when your documents require a security level beyond what standard cross-cut provides, since micro-cut reduces paper to significantly smaller particles that are far more resistant to reconstruction. This matters most for financial records, HR files, medical documents, or other material where account numbers or personal identifiers could still be pieced together from larger cross-cut fragments. For routine internal paperwork without that sensitivity, cross cut paper shredders remain sufficient and typically faster.

Base bin size on how often you're willing to interrupt shredding to empty it, not just overall office size, since a smaller bin in a high-volume department means far more frequent emptying regardless of how capable the shredder itself is. Estimating your typical daily or weekly shred volume against a specific model's rated bin capacity, which ranges from just a few gallons on compact desk units up to 50-plus gallons on larger department shredders, helps avoid choosing a shredder that constantly needs attention.

Both matter, but for different reasons. Sheet capacity determines how quickly a queue of documents gets processed and reduces how often multiple people are waiting to use the machine. Security level determines how safely destroyed the actual content is. A high-capacity, low-security shredder processes volume quickly but may not adequately protect sensitive content, while a high-security, low-capacity model protects content well but can create a bottleneck in a busy shared office. Balancing both against your office's actual document sensitivity and volume, rather than optimizing for just one factor, gives the more practical result.

Starting with cut type is generally the more useful first filter, since it determines the baseline security level you're working with before capacity and brand become relevant differentiators within that security tier. Once you've settled on strip-cut, cross-cut, or micro-cut based on your document sensitivity, narrowing further by sheet capacity and bin size gets you to a shortlist much faster than starting with brand alone. For the finest available particle size, once security is the deciding factor, micro cut paper shredders narrow the field to that top tier directly.