A personal paper shredder is a must have item for just about everyone thanks to the proliferation of identity theft. A particularly good one is the MBM DestroyIt 2240, a cross cut device that can offer you a great amount of security. However, it does have a couple of minor drawbacks. Let s take a look at this product and see what kind of grade it gets.
Shredding capabilities and capacity: The 2240 is capable of destroying paper, including documents that have paper fasteners in them. (If you want a machine that can shred credit cards, the strip cut version if the 2240 can do so.) This product can shred up to 6 sheets at a time (12 feet of material per minute) and was designed for personal use.
Security rating: The 2240 is a cross cut device that s been given a Level 3 security rating. This makes it perfect for the destruction of financial records, correspondence, and anything else that contains private information.
Waste bin capacity: This device has a waste bin with a 5 gallon capacity. The bin is made from impact resistant plastic so it can be used for a long time. It also has a handle that you can use to lift it out of the machine for easy emptying.
Special features: This machine will start and stop automatically. It has a photo cell that can detect paper in the 8 3/4 feed opening, making this product extremely easy to use. The single phase motor runs quietly and is protected from overheating, while the gears are encased in dust free housing. Finally, the shredder will cease operating when the unit s head is removed.
Appearance: In a nutshell, the 2240 is a pretty professional looking device that won t stick out like a sore thumb in your office. It has a white exterior and the head is slightly angled which should make the machine more convenient to use. Since the device is just under 18 inches tall, you ll be able to place it under a desk for easy access. It shouldn t be too hard to move around either since it only weighs 18 pounds.
Warranty: The 2240 has a terrific warranty with lifetime coverage on the machine s cutting mechanism. The rest of the device is covered for one year.
Final grade: B+. Overall, the MBM DestroyIt 2240 is a good shredder, especially if you need one for personal/deskside use. It offers a excellent level of security for such a device and it s been designed to last for years. However, it s too bad that it can only shred up to 6 sheets per pass and that it can t destroy credit cards. If a higher shredding capacity and the ability to shred cards is important to you, you might want to consider the strip cut version of this product, which can shred up to 12 sheets at once. Just be aware that the strip cut unit only has a Level 2 security rating. However, if a secure deskside shredder is what you need, it d be hard to go wrong with the cross cut 2240.
Author Resource:-
Jeff McRitchie is the designer and Director of Marketing for http://www.mybinding.com .He has written over 500 articles on binding machines,binding covers,binders,laminators,binding supplies,laminating supplies,paper handling equipments,index tabs, and shredders.
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