Product Review
Swingline DX20-19 Cross-cut Jam Free Shredder, 10-20 Users
DX20-19 is innovative and delivers reliable shredding performance.
The DX20-19 is a top quality, cross-cut shredder. Cross-cut (Level P-3) shredding maintains a better level of security by cutting paper in two different directions. This security level is ideal for any office space or department with 10-20 users with everyday shredding needs. Powerful cutters shred not only as many as 20 sheets at a time, with paper clips and staples, but DVDs/CDs and credit cards as well. Each letter-size sheet of paper is shred into 335 pieces. The 19-gallon, pull-out frame can be lined with plastic or recyclable paper bags (sold separately) so that emptying the shredder is neat, quick and easy. Various easy maintenance features are also included on the DX20-19 cross-cut shredder, such as Non-Stop Jam Free Technology. Non-stop Jam Free makes shredding a breeze. While shredding, a LED light on the shredder face is green as long as users are within the sheet capacity. The light will turn red if capacity is exceeded to indicate that users are at risk of causing a jam.
- Prevent jams before they happen with Non-Stop Jam Free Technology
- Continuous duty run time lets you keep shredding - no cool down required
- Automatic self-cleaning cutters enhance performance
- SelfOil keeps cutters lubricated, automatically
- Ultra quiet to shred anytime without being disruptive
- Illuminated status symbol interface with bin full indicator
- Power save auto shutdown after 2 minutes and auto wakeup conserves energy
- Wheels for mobility
Features
Non-Stop Jam Free Technology
Patented jam free technology continually delivers protection during shredding. Light glows green while within capacity and red to warn if over capacity and at risk of jamming.
Shreds Paper Clips, Staples, Credit Cards
Comprehensively shred credit cards and documents without removing paper clips or staples.
Bin Full Indicator
A lighted icon turns on when the waste bin is full and needs to be emptied.
Recyclable Paper Bag Compatible
The shredder bin or frame can be lined with custom sized recyclable paper bags, made from recycled paper. (Sold separately)
SelfOil
Extends shredder life and helps maintain peak shredding performance by automatically lubricating the cutters.
Self-Cleaning Cutters
Cutters work to automatically remove any small pieces of paper that are stuck, which prevents build-up and helps ensure jam free performance.
Power Save
Shredder shuts down automatically when not in use for 2 minutes or more to conserve energy. Machine automatically wakes up when paper is inserted.
| Swingline Departmental Shredders | DS22-13 | DX18-13 | DM11-13 | DSM07-13 | DS22-19 | DX20-19 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choose the Shredder That is Right for Your |  |  | | | | |
| Number of Users | 5-10 | 5-10 | 5-10 | 5-10 | 10-20 | 10-20 |
| Cut Type (Security Level) | Strip-Cut (P-2) | Cross-Cut (P-3) | Micro-Cut (P-5) | Super Micro-Cut (P-5) | Strip-Cut (P-5) | Cross-Cut (P-3) |
| Number of shreds created from one letter size sheet | 54 Strips | 335 | 2,117 | 6,855 | 54 Strips | 335 |
| Manual Sheet Capacity | 22 Sheets | 18 Sheets | 11 Sheets | 7 Sheets | 22 Sheets | 20 Sheets |
| Bin Capacity | 13 Gallons | 13 Gallons | 13 Gallons | 13 Gallons | 19 Gallons | 19 Gallons |
| Shreds Paper Clips, Staples, Credit Cards |  | | | | | |
| Shreds DVDs/CDs |  | | | | ||
| Non-Stop Jam Free Technology |  | | | | | |
| Self-Cleaning Cutters |  | | | | ||
| SelfOil |  | | | | ||
| Recommended Shredder Oil | 16 oz. Shredder Oil | 16 oz. Shredder Oil | 16 oz. Shredder Oil | 16 oz. Shredder Oil | 16 oz. Shredder Oil | 16 oz. Shredder Oil |
| Recycled Paper Bag Compatible | Swingline Recycled Paper Shredder Bags, 13 Gallon, 5-Pack | Swingline Recycled Paper Shredder Bags, 13 Gallon, 5-Pack | Swingline Recycled Paper Shredder Bags, 13 Gallon, 5-Pack | Swingline Recycled Paper Shredder Bags, 13 Gallon, 5-Pack | Swingline Recycled Paper Shredder Bags, 19 Gallon, 5-Pack | Swingline Recycled Paper Shredder Bags, 19 Gallon, 5-Pack |
| Plastic Bag Compatible | Swingline Plastic Shredder Bags, 25 Pack | Swingline Plastic Shredder Bags, 25 Pack | Swingline Plastic Shredder Bags, 25 Pack | Swingline Plastic Shredder Bags, 25 Pack | Swingline Plastic Shredder Bags, 25 Pack | Swingline Plastic Shredder Bags, 25 Pack |
Understanding Shredder Security Levels
Strip-cut (Level P-2)
Provides basic security. Use to shred documents that do not include any especially sensitive information, such as junk mail or documents with expired data. One letter-size sheet of paper is shred into 30 or more strips.
Cross-cut (Level P-3)
Average level of security that is recommended for most users. Safely destroys confidential documents by shredding paper in two directions. One letter-size sheet of paper is shred into 200 or more pieces.
Super Cross-cut (Level P-4)
Meets everyday security needs. Use to shred documents that contain personal identity or sensitive information. One letter-size sheet of paper is shred into 400 or more pieces.
Micro-cut (Level P-5)
Provides an increased level of security. Safely destroy documents containing medical or financial information. One letter-size sheet of paper is shred into 2,000 or more pieces.
Super Micro-cut (Level P-6)
Recommended for those who are extremely concerned with security. Ideal for shredding legal and confidential documents with fine print. One letter-size sheet of paper is shred into 6,200 confetti-like pieces.
High Security (Level P-7)
No shredder provides better protection for sensitive information. Top secret or classified documents, company secrets, or government documents. One letter-size sheet of paper is shred into 13,000 super fine pieces.
