Adler AD 1038 Cross-Cut Paper Shredder, 8 Sheets, P-4, 15L Bin, Beige

In a busy home office, old bank statements and credit card offers pile up quickly. The Adler AD 1038 cross-cut shredder turns that clutter into unreadable confetti, protecting your personal information. Its compact beige body fits neatly under a desk or beside a filing cabinet, ready to shred up to 8 sheets of A4 paper in a single pass. Staples and paper clips don't slow it down—just feed them through and let the 220 mm entry slot handle the rest. With a 15-litre pull-out bin, you won't be emptying it every few minutes.

Key specifications

• Shred type: Cross-cut, 4 x 35 mm particles
• Security level: DIN P-4 (suitable for sensitive personal data)
• Sheet capacity: 8 sheets of 70 gsm A4 paper
• Bin capacity: 15 litres, pull-out design
• Shredding speed: 2.2 m/min
• Entry width: 220 mm
• Accepts paper, credit cards, staples, and paper clips
• Duty cycle: 2 min continuous run, 30 min cool-down
• Noise level: below 70 dB
• Power: 180 W, 220–240 V ~ 50 Hz
• Auto start/stop and reverse function
• Overheat and overload protection

Why choose it

Cross-cut shredding offers a strong balance of security and efficiency. The 4 x 35 mm particles meet P-4 standards, making it hard to reconstruct documents. The auto start/stop feature means you just feed paper and the machine does the rest, while the reverse function clears jams without fuss. Overheat protection extends the motor's life, and the quiet operation keeps your workspace peaceful.

Ideal use cases

• Home offices handling bank statements, tax forms, and personal correspondence
• Small businesses needing to dispose of customer records or internal memos
• Anyone wanting to destroy expired credit cards and receipts
• Shared workspaces where multiple users need a reliable shredder

Good to know

The 15-litre bin is easy to remove and empty, and a viewing window lets you check the fill level at a glance. The beige finish blends with most office decor. Remember to oil the cutting blades occasionally to keep performance smooth. For best results, avoid shredding glossy paper in large batches, and always respect the 2-minute duty cycle to prevent overheating.