Fellowes Fortishred 3850C Cross Cut Shredder
- Security Level: P-4
- Cut Type, Size: Cross-Cut, 5/32”x1 9/16”
- Sheet Capacity: 22-24 sheets
- Feed Opening Size: 15 ¾”
- Speed (ft./min.): 20
- Bin Capacity (Gallons): 44
The Fortishred 3850c cross-cut shredder is a TAA compliant paper shredder. Having a security level 4, it shreds material into tiny cross-cut pieces of size 5/32” x 1 9/16”. The Fortishred cross-cut paper shredder also has a wide 15.75 feed opening. Just toss in large sheets of paper without any worry and this paper shredder will shred them all. However, the maximum number of sheets that you can feed this machine is about 22-24. The shredded material goes into the large waste bin of 44 gallons.
The Fortishred 3850c is housed with features that will give you optimal performance that you expect from Fellowes shredders. It has a Sheet Capacity Sensor that helps prevent paper jams and indicates sheet capacity levels during the shredding process. Moreover, it also shuts off automatically if not used for more than 30 minutes saving energy consumption and giving you total cost of ownership. The paper shredder also has an electronically controlled safety shield that stops the shredder when opened or would not start if the machine is left open accidently. The Fortishred 3250c cross-cut shredder is built with SilentShred technology giving you super quite shredding operations. Therefore, it can be placed in the middle of a busy workspace.
| Cut Type | Cross Cut |
|---|---|
| Sheet Capacity | 22-24 |
| Shred Speed (ft./min.) | 20 |
| Security Level | 3 |
| Feed Opening (inches) | 15.75 |
| Bin Capacity (gallons) | 44 |
| Cut Size (inches) | 5/32 x 1 9/16 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Waste Bin type | Removable Waste Bin |
| Dimensions (H" x W" x D") | 38.19 x 25.19 x 23.25 |
| DIN Security Level | P-4 |
| Maximum Run Time (minutes) | Continuous |
| Warranty | 2 Year Warranty on Machine, 30 Year Warranty on Cutter |
| Value Added Features | Auto Off, Safety Shield, Sheet Capacity Sensor, SilentShred |
| Can Shred | CD/DVDs, Credit Cards, Paper, Paper Clips, Staples |
| Category | Office Shredder |
| Product Name | Fellowes Fortishred 3850C Cross Cut Shredder |
| Manufacturer | Fellowes |
| SKU | 4617801 |
| Weight | 185.2000 |
Model # |
3850C |
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Item |
4617801 |
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Sheets/Pass |
22-24 |
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Cut Type |
Cross-Cut |
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Security |
Level P-4 |
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Cut Size |
5/32" x 19/16" |
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Users |
6-10 |
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Max Run Time (mins) |
Continuous |
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Bin Capacity |
44 gallons |
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Bin Type |
Removable Basket |
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Throat Width |
15.75" |
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Dimensions |
38.2H x 25.2W x 23.25D |
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Also Shreds |
CD's/DVD's, Credit Cards, Paper Clips, Staples |
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Warranty |
2-year product and service plus lifetime on cutters |
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Resources
Fellowes Fortishred 3850C Demo Video
Fellowes Fortishred 3850C Shredder
Fellowes TAA compliant products bring German-made quality and innovation to the government market with our Fortishred™ shred line of cross-cut, strip-cut and microcut shredders. These models offer continuous run time, large throat width and the ability to shred more than just paper. The 4850 series is ideal for 10 or more users and features a 15 and three-quarter inch throat and 44 gallon removable waste bin. The 4250 series is ideal for 10 or more users and features a 12 inch throat and 32 gallon removable waste bin. The 3850 series is ideal for 6 to 10 users and features a 15 and three-quarter inch throat and 44 gallon removable waste bin. The 3250 series is ideal for 6 to 10 users and features a 10 and a quarter inch throat and 26 and a half gallon removable waste bin. The 2250 series is ideal for three to five users and features a 10 and a quarter inch throat and 20 gallon removable waste bin. With Fortishred™ shreds paper jams are no longer a frustration the sheet capacity sensor is available on the 3250 series through the 4850 series and helps prevent paper jams by indicating sheet capacity levels during the shredding process. While the 2250 series has auto reverse, which reverses paper as a jam occurs. The Fortishred™ line also features an electronically controlled safety shield that stops the shredder when opened. This line also features silent shred performance for ultra-quiet operation and auto shutoff which automatically shuts the shredder down after 30 minutes of inactivity. Experience innovation, power and durability with Fellowes, the world's toughest shredders.
Q. Does the Fortishred 3850c shred CDs as well?
A. Yes, it can shred paper as well as CDs and DVD, and even credit cards.
Q. How many sheets can it shred at a time?
A. Depending on the thickness of the sheet, the Fortishred 3850c can shred up to 24 ordinary paper sheets at a time.
Q. What does P4 security mean?
A. P4 is an industry standard that means this shredder maintains Level 3 security. It shreds the paper into 5/32" x 1-9/16" bits, making it almost impossible to read the data.
Q. How often do I need to change the bin?
A. The Fortishred 3850c has a bin capacity of 44 gallons. For a medium-sized office, you may need to clear out the bin every other week.
Q. What happens if a paper is stuck?
A. The Fortishred 3850c has a sensory mechanism, which detects the chances of paper jams and ejects the paper easily.
Q. How fast is the Fortishred 3850c?
A. Very fast, it can shred up to 20 sheets a minute.
Q. Does it have a warranty?
A. Yes, the Fortishred 3850c supports a 2-year machine warranty and a lifetime on cutter
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