The High-Security Small Department Shredder from Dahle meets the National Security Agency's specifications for secure disposal of top-secret documents by military, federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as by department of defense contractors. With a capacity of up to 12 sheets per pass, this shredder reduces paper into consistently-fine 0.04 x 0.19" cross-cut particles in conformance with security level P-7 standards. The opening is 12" wide and accommodates both letter- and legal-size sheets.

This high-security shredder includes a number of electronic capabilities designed to maximize safety and convenience. The shredder engages automatically when paper is inserted into the feed opening and stops once the paper has passed completely through the shredding mechanism. It shuts off automatically when the waste drawer is full, so you know it is time to empty the box or change the bag. The machine also shuts off automatically when the cabinet door is opened to prevent accidents, and the cylinders reverse when they are over-fed to prevent jamming.

This shredder is equipped with the EvenFlow lubricator automatic oiling system, which provides slow, continuous lubrication across the entire cutting mechanism; reducing wear on the precision milled cutting cylinders, and maintaining the shredder at its peak capacity and performance. The shredding mechanism is rubber shock-mounted to isolate the wooden cabinet from vibration and ensure quiet operation. Designed to be moved easily within your office, the wooden cabinet has four rolling casters.

Shreds up to 12 Sheets per Pass    Cross-Cut Shred Size 0.04 x 0.19"    Security Level P-7    Feed Width 12"    Automatic On/Off    Bag Full Auto Off    Shuts Off When Door Opens    Auto Reverse Overfeed Prevention    Automatic EvenFlow Lubricator    Wastebin Capacity of 38 Gallons

Approved by the NSA for the destruction of top-secret data under NSA/CSS specification 02-01 standards

Two precision-milled solid steel cutting cylinders

Shreds A-4 sheet into over 15,500 particles

SmartPower Management engages sleep mode after 10 idle minutes and completely powers down after 20 additional minutes of inactivity

Waste drawer holds up to 38 gallons of shredded material

German engineered

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can you tell me what country these were made in? I really try to purchase products made in democracies.

A: Unfortunately no democracy for this one.

Q: 2. Does anyone know if this unit is self sharpening?

A: Yes, the Dahle Vantage Trimmer is "self sharpening".

Q: 3. Can this model cut a SINGLE sheet of 4-ply mat board? I'm hearing mixes responses from actual users online.

A: It is not recommended to cut a a single sheet of 4-ply mat board with the Dahle 554 Professional Rotary Trimmer. I would recommend one from the premium series - Dahle 446 Premium Rolling Trimmer (36.25") BH #DAT36 • MFR #446 https://bit.ly/3UsElTY.

Q: 4. Where is the Dahle 554 manufactured?

A: As per our records, the Dahle 554 is manufactured in the Czech Republic. Please note this is subject to change at any time.

Q: 5. Is blade self-sharpening?

A: There is NO blade. It is just a piece of metal and it cuts paper due to its weight. This is not good for cutting canvas - not even a single sheet simply because there is no blade. Even if you were to put your finger and apply pressure - don't worry, you will not bleed because the edge is not sharp either.

Q: 6. will this cut felt pieces?

A: The Dahle 507 Personal Rotary Trimmer is ideal for cutting paper, photos, and cardstock.

Q: 7. This item is made in Germany or made in China?

A: The Dahle 552 Professional Rotary Trimmer (20") is made in the Czech Republic.

Q: 8. Can the blade be replaced?

A: The cutting head with the blade can be replaced.

Q: 9. Can i cut thin leather?

A: Unfortunately, thin leather is not one of the listed materials that the 552 is capable of cutting.

Q: 10. I like this cutter. Only question, is it self sharpening?

A: This cutter has 7 41/2* B&H customer reviews so other people like it too. However, an extensive search did not find any mention of the blade being self sharpening.