Security level is one of the most important factors when choosing a paper shredder. The key difference between P4 and P5 is how small the document is cut and how difficult it is to reconstruct afterwards.
What is P4 cross-cut?
P4 cross-cut turns documents into small confetti-like particles. It is a strong option for everyday office paperwork, standard business documents and general document destruction.
What is P5 micro-cut?
P5 micro-cut shreds documents into smaller particles. It may be preferred when higher security is required for personal data, financial records, contracts and other sensitive business documents.
The key difference between P4 and P5
| Kriter | P4 | P5 |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting method | Cross-Cut | Micro-Cut |
| Particle size | Larger | Smaller |
| Security requirements | Genel / standart | More sensitive documents |
| Typical applications | Office documents | Confidential and sensitive documents |
Which businesses should choose P5?
- Businesses handling customer and employee data
- Organisations handling financial documents and contracts
- Offices destroying confidential internal documents
- Businesses requiring a higher level of document security
P5 micro-cut with the SWAT OM-8XXC
SWAT OM-8XXC, a compact model with 2 × 10 mm micro-cut and P5 security. Its 8-sheet capacity and 22.5-litre bin make it an option for offices with higher security requirements.
What about high-volume use?
For businesses handling large document volumes, capacity and bin size matter alongside security level.XM-200MandXM-300Mmodels can be considered for higher-volume use.
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