EBA Shredcat 8100 C cross-cut shredder, security P-4 5 x 30 mm cutting, office use

The EBA Shredcat 8100 C is a compact cross-cut shredder designed for one to three users in small offices or home use. It shreds paper into 5 x 30 mm particles, accepts a 220 mm feed width and has hardened steel cutting cylinders that tolerate staples. The unit combines a quiet motor, a 20 L waste bin with viewing window and practical cutouts on the shredding head and bin for easier handling and emptying.

Advantages

The shredder offers intuitive operation via a multifunction switch with start, stop and reverse, enabling simple use and reliable jam clearing. With a working width of 220 mm and a rated throughput of up to 10–12 sheets (depending on paper weight), it provides efficient shredding for light office workloads. Hardened steel cutters and a relatively low noise level contribute to durability and comfortable operation.

Suitable for

• Home offices and small office desks
• 1–3 users sharing a single device
• Shredding routine documents, envelopes and occasional media such as CDs and cards

When it may not be suitable

This model is intended for light to moderate usage and continuous operation is limited to about 20 minutes. It is not designed for high-volume or enterprise-level shredding tasks. For very frequent, heavy-duty shredding or continuous nonstop operation, a higher-capacity professional model would be more appropriate.

Key specifications

• Cut type: cross cut
• Particle size after shredding: 5 x 30 mm
• Shredding capacity: up to 12 sheets (70 g/m²) — up to 10 sheets typical for 80 g/m²
• Input (working) width: 220 mm
• Waste bin volume: 20 L (approx. 90 sheets of 80 g/m²)
• Security level: DIN 66399 P-4
• Noise level: 60 dB
• Continuous run time: 20 minutes
• Power consumption: 220 W, 230 V supply
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 310 x 395 x 195 mm
• Weight: 4.1 kg

How to use

Place the shredder on a stable, level surface and plug it into a 230 V outlet. Use the multifunction switch to start shredding, stop or reverse to clear jams. Feed paper into the 220 mm input slot in small stacks within the specified sheet capacity; if shredding CDs or cards, feed them individually according to the manufacturer's guidance. Regularly check the viewing window on the waste bin and empty the 20 L container before it becomes overfilled. Allow the machine to cool after reaching the recommended continuous run time.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended usage volume — suitable for light to moderate daily use (1–3 users).
• Maximum continuous run time of 20 minutes — plan breaks for cooling during extended use.
• Security level P-4 (DIN 66399) and particle size 5 x 30 mm — suitable for confidential documents requiring medium security.
• Accepts staples and has hardened steel cutters, but check limitations for frequent shredding of non-paper media.

Usage recommendations

Feed paper in small, even stacks within the stated sheet capacity, use the reverse function to clear any jams, empty the waste bin regularly via the cutouts for safer handling, and avoid exceeding 20 minutes of continuous operation to prolong motor and cutter life.