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Amazon Basics 6 Sheet High Security Micro-Cut Paper and Credit Card Shredder, P-4 Security Level, Easy to Empty, Black
Best for: home offices needing secure document and credit card disposal
ASIN: B00Q3KFX8U
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Brand: Amazon Basics
This micro-cut shredder reduces paper to tiny confetti-like particles meeting P-4 security standards while also processing credit cards and staples. It handles up to six sheets of paper at once with an auto-start feature that helps prevent jams, alongside a dedicated slot for card destruction. The unit includes a 4.1-gallon waste bin, thermal overload protection, and a three-mode power switch for.
Key features
- Micro-cut shredder turns paper into tiny confetti-like pieces measuring 5/32 by 15/32 inches (4 by 12 mm); meets high security level P-4 standards
- Shreds up to 6 sheets of 20-pound bond paper at a time; also destroys credit cards (one at a time, through dedicated slot), staples or small paper clips
- 3 minutes on / 30 minutes off; if shredder runs continuously beyond the max run time, it will automatically shut off to protect the motor from overheating
- 3-mode power switch (auto, off, reverse); auto start and overload protection to prevent serious paper jams; LED indicator (power on, overheat); 8.7-inch paper-entry width; lift handle for easy shredder-head lifts up; easy-to-empty 4.1-gallon bin
- Quality tested: as part of Amazon Basics quality inspections, we test every shredder before shipping it, which means you may see some paper shreds from the testing
- Important Note: Do not spray or keep any aerosol products in or around the shredder and do not shred items like metallic credit cards
Price on Amazon
$47.54
Price as of Aug 12, 2026 9:12 AM UTC
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Specifications
| Model | AU600MA-Parent |
| Part number | AU600MA |
| Color | Black |
| Size | 6 Sheet |
| Pack size | 1 |
| Dimensions | 7.32 inches × 12.76 inches × 15.94 inches (9.9 pounds) |
| UPC | 841710106312 |
| EAN | 0841710106312 |
| ASIN | B00Q3KFX8U |
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
| Category | Office Products |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum number of sheets this shredder can process at once?
This model shreds up to 6 sheets of 20-pound bond paper simultaneously. It also features a dedicated slot for destroying one credit card at a time, along with staples or small paper clips.
How long can the shredder run continuously before it needs to cool down?
The device operates on a 3 minutes on and 30 minutes off cycle. If you exceed the maximum run time, an automatic shut-off feature engages to protect the motor from overheating.
What security level does this shredder meet for document disposal?
It meets high security level P-4 standards by cutting paper into tiny confetti-like pieces measuring 5/32 by 15/32 inches. This micro-cut format is designed to prevent reconstruction of the shredded documents.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of this unit?
The shredder measures 7.32 inches in length, 12.76 inches in width, and 15.94 inches in height. It weighs approximately 9.9 pounds.
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August 12, 2026
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