The Formax FD8300HS high-security deskside shredder offers security in a compact, rugged design that fits right under a desk to shred top secret or classified documents. An easy-to-use LED control panel puts the power right at your fingertips, and commercial-grade components ensure durability. This crosscut model can shred up to eight sheets at once, up to 23 feet per minute, with a shred size of 1/32″ x 3/16″. The shredder meets the requirements of NSA/CSS Specification 02-01 for Level 6 (P-7) high-security crosscut shredders. In addition, the Eco mode saves energy by automatically switching into standby mode after 5 minutes of inactivity. Commercial-grade features include heat-treated steel blades, a steel cabinet, lifetime-guaranteed waste bin, and a powerful AC geared motor ensuring years of reliable performance and information security.
- High-security crosscut deskside shredder securely shreds top secret or classified documents into 1/32” x 3/16” particles
- Shreds up to 8 sheets at speeds up to 23 feet per minute
- Meets the requirements of NSA/CSS Specification 02-01 for Level 6 (P-7) high-security crosscut paper shredders
- Auto start/stop optical sensor detects paper and starts operation automatically
- Auto reverse function detects paper jams and switches motor into reverse to clear jam
- All-metal cabinet with casters and lifetime guaranteed 15 gallon heavy-duty waste bin
- Heat-treated solid steel blades maximize longevity and require minimal oiling
- Powerful, efficient AC geared motor with heavy-duty steel gears ensures high performance, nonstop operation, and minimal noise
- Motor stops automatically when the waste bin is full
- LED control panel with load indicator provides machine status and helps operators avoid jams
- Features a door safety sensor, thermal overload protection, and a safety circuit breaker to ensure safe operation
- Eco mode: automatically enters energy-saving standby mode after 5 minutes of inactivity
- Auto Cleaning: Press reverse button for 5 seconds and motor will run in reverse for 1 minute
- Oil indicator: Control panel LED flashes to suggest oiling cutting blades for optimal performance
- Manual function: for shredding small paper that can’t be detected by the sensor
- Dimensions: 26″H x 18″W x 19″D
- 1 year manufacturer limited warranty
| Attribute name | Attribute value |
|---|---|
| capabilities | |
| Media Destruction | 23 |
| Shreds CDs or DVDs | No |
| Shreds Staples The size of what shredder produces.e.g. 0.20″ x 1.69″ | 0.03″ x 0.19″ |
| Shreds Credit Cards Shredder security level refers to the level of paper destruction and is measured on seven levels: P-1 to P-7. Level P-1 produces the largest particles after shredding and level P-7 produces the smallest particles after shredding. A higher shredder security level is recommended for highly sensitive or confidential documents, while a lower shredder security level is recommended for general shredding purposes. | P-7 |
| capacity & use | |
| Full Wastebasket Indicator | 15 |
| Shredder Capacity (Sheets per Pass) Shredder overload protection, or thermal overload protection, is a feature in which the shredder will shut down for a cooling period to prevent damage and overheating in the event the motor exceeds its duty cycle and becomes too warm. | Yes |
| dimensions & weight | |
| Width in Inches Weight of the product measured in pounds. | 149 |
| Depth in Inches The overall height of the product, measured top to bottom. | 26 |
| key features | |
| Paper Entry Width in Inches Additional safety features of the product. | Door safety sensor, safety circuit breaker, thermal overload protection |
| Automatic Start-Stop | Automatic Reverse |
| Jam Protection Shredder cut type refers to the cut style and indicates the size of the particles produced after paper destruction. Strip-cut shredders produce long strips of paper. Cross-cut shredders cut paper in two directions producing smaller pieces and offer a medium level of security. Micro-cut shredders also cut paper in two directions and offer a higher level of security by producing tiny paper particles. | Cross |
| Shredder Feed Type | High-Security |
| warranty | |
| Warranty Information Actual manufacturer name for the color of the product. | Gray |
| Auto Oiling | No |
















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