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Can the Formax FD 8200SC Strip-Cut Shredder Do What you Need?

Reviewing the Formax FD 8200SC Strip-Cut Shredder

After looking over the Formax FD 8200SC Strip-Cut Shredder we were quite pleased with its specs. Now it may not be the cheapest on the market but we think that the few extra bucks you'll spend will be worth it. Check out the specs below and judge for yourself.

Security

This is the second lowest level of security available rated at a 2. This strip-cut shredder is a tad better than a level 1 machine but not a whole lot. If you are really concerned about the information on your documents then we highly recommend that you start looking at some of the cross-cut machines. The one benefit of the strip-cut machine is that you can shred faster and more pages per pass. Just make sure that you are choosing the right security level for your needs.

Shredable Material

The Formax FD 8200SC Strip-Cut Shredder can shred CDs, Paper, Paper Clips, Staples. If you need to be able to shred something else then we recommend that you look at a larger machine and/or look for something with a little bit lower security (the higher the security the less likelihood that the machine shreds something other than paper).

Continuous Motor

This shredder is not rated for continuous use. That simply means that you will have to shut the machine down after a certain period of time to let it cool off. Now don't let this scare you away because most people will never reach that point unless they just sit down and start shredding and shredding and shredding. If you plan on doing all your shredding at one sitting then it is highly recommended that you get a machine with a continuous duty motor, otherwise you're just fine.

Bin Size

At 6 gallon bin, the Formax FD 8200SC Strip-Cut Shredder is a personal/deskside machine. You won't be able to shred too much before you have to empty it, but presumably you won't be shredding that frequently. If you will, we recommend that you jump up to something with a bigger bin size.

Throat Size

With a 8.7 inch throat this shredder gets the job done but doesn't leave much room for error. Your paper will fit in just fine but you'll just need to make sure that it doesn't bunch up and cause problems. If you have odd sized paper, you may want to think about getting something with a larger throat.

Auto Oiler

This machine does not come with an auto-oiler and does not have the option to have one installed. Although automatic oilers are not necessary to maintain your machine, they do take the guess-work out of maintenance. Don't hold it against the machine though as you can easily oil the machine yourself on regular intervals.

Warranty

The Formax FD 8200SC Strip-Cut Shredder comes with a Lifetime on cutters/1 Year on machine. This means that you have plenty of time to test out the machine and make sure that everything is running smoothly. Just make sure to properly care for your machine and you shouldn't have any issues.

Price

The MSRP is $595.00 but you can find it for much less online if you look around. Don't let the price deter you until you do a little bit of comparison shopping first.

About the Manufacturer

Formax is an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of paper processing equipment for the office environment to large mailcenters. Formax solutions include pressure sealers to process one-piece mailers, inserters, document folders and a wide range of complementary products such as commercial-grade shredders, bursters, cutters, letter openers, joggers and more.

Manufacturer Jargon

Formax FD 8200CC & FD 8200SC shredders are as compact as a wastebasket, yet provide enough power to handle paper clips and staples. Cross-cut and strip-cut models provide on-the-spot destruction of sensitive paperwork, phone messages and notes generated throughout the day. Formax 8200 Shredders are ideal for busy professionals or the home office.

So as I mentioned before, we think that the Formax FD 8200SC Strip-Cut Shredder is a worthy competitor and deserves a second look. If you have more specific questions I didn't answer here, feel free to give us a call and we'd be happy to help you out. I also wanted to remind you that real-world conditions do not always produce the same results that you might expect from the listed specs. Happy Shredding!

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