Patented safety lock disables shredder for added safety protection. Shreds 11 sheets per pass into 5\/32 x 1 9\/16" cross-cut particles (Security Level P-4). Quiet Operation for home and small offices. Safely shreds staples, paper clips, plastic credit cards and junk mail. Shreds for up to five minutes before a 30-minute cool down period is needed. 4.8-gallon bin with easy lift-off head holds up to 222 sheets. For personal use.