The ideal 3104strip-cut P-2 is a compact, hardworking, entry-level centralized shredder,designed for shredding paper, staples, paper clips, credit cards, and CD/DVDs.

With a quite1 horsepower, single-phase motor this 3104 will continuously chew through 30sheets of paper at once, and up to 762 sheets per minute, all through a 12”feed opening with no downtime.

The 3104, comes with an easy-to-remove 32-gallonbin, a transparent safety shield to protect fingers, ties, and other objectsfrom the cutting shaft, ECC jam prevention, and a lifetime warranty on cuttingshafts and wheels, 3-year limited warranty on all other parts, excludingwearables.

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quality made in Germany

We are the world’s first - and leading - manufacturer of paper shredders with millions of customers. Our fully integrated production methods result in a quality control system unrivaled in the industry.

it’s ideal being green

Environmental responsibility is an integral part of the ideal corporate philosophy. We manufacture without hazardous substances and only sustainable materials are used. we are the first manufacturer of shredders to be awarded the Blue Angle* for highly efficient use of energy and our Zero Energy Consumption sleep mode.

*The Blue Angle was initiated by the German government and is awarded by an independent jury to promote products that are environmentally friendlier than others serving the same use.

safety protection system

The Safety Protection System (SPS) package includes patented, electronic controlled, transparent safety shield in the feed opening; an electronic switch that stops power to the motor when the cabinet is opened or the shred bin is full; automatic reverse and power cut-off when overfed; and safeguards against overheating.

simply ideal piece of mind

We have worked hard to make ideal products simple. This means glancing at a shredder and understanding instantly how to turn your problems into teeny tiny pieces.

Simple is convenient. Simple is reliable. Simple is responsible. It’s simply ideal.

Warranty

Lifetime limited warranty on strip and cross-cut cutting shafts and wheels (Deskside and Centralized Office models)
Three-year limited warranty on all other parts, excluding wearables (Deskside and Centralized Office models)
90-day limited warranty on labor exchange at ideal's discretion (Deskside and Centralized Office models)

*this warranty information is specific to this shredder

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Wounded Warrior Project

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