The ideal 3804cross-cut P-4 is a compact, hardworking, entry-level centralized shredder,designed for shredding paper, staples, paper clips, credit cards, and CD/DVDs.It’s HIPAA and FACTA compliant, and federally accepted to protect informationand social security numbers against identity theft.
With a quite1 horsepower, single-phase motor this 3804 will continuously chew through 26sheets of paper at once, and up to 734 sheets per minute, all through a 16”feed opening with no downtime.
The 3804, comes with an easy-to-remove 44-gallonbin, a transparent safety shield to protect fingers, ties, and other objectsfrom the cutting shaft, and a lifetime warranty on cutting shafts and wheels,3-year limited warranty on all other parts, excluding wearables.
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.
*this warranty information is specific to this shredder
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