Hama Safe X50 paper shredder Cross shredding 65 dB 22 cm Black

The Hama Safe X50 is a compact cross-cut paper shredder designed to destroy sensitive paper documents and plastic cards. It accepts up to 5 sheets of DIN‑A4 (80 g/m²) at once and features a 22 cm working width, a shredding particle size of 4 x 39 mm, and an 11‑litre collection basket with viewing window. The unit includes automatic start/stop, a reverse function to clear jams, overheating protection and a safety mechanism that prevents operation when the head is not properly seated.

Advantages

GDPR-compliant cross-cut shredding provides secure destruction of personal data. The cutters are staple-proof and made of steel, so staples do not damage the cutting mechanism. The device can also shred plastic cards via the paper entry slot. Built-in overheating protection and an automatic stop function help prevent damage and extend service life.

Suitable for

• Home offices and small offices
• Shredding personal documents such as letters, bills and bank statements
• Destroying credit and plastic cards

Key specifications

• Shredding type: Cross-cut (4 x 39 mm)
• Shredding capacity: up to 5 sheets (80 g/m²)
• Working width: 220 mm (22 cm)
• Basket volume: 11 L with viewing window
• Noise level: 65 dB
• Power consumption (typical): 185 W
• Dimensions: 322 x 169 x 309 mm
• Colour: Black
• Functions: Auto Start/Stop, Reverse, Overheat protection, Safety interlock

How to use

Insert the shredder head securely into the paper basket to enable operation. Feed up to five sheets of A4 paper (80 g/m²) or a plastic card into the paper entry slot; the cutting rollers will start automatically. If a jam occurs, use the reverse function to back out the material and then resume shredding. Allow the device to cool if the overheating protection has switched it off.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, avoid feeding more than the recommended 5 sheets at once and remove large staples or paper clips when possible. Empty the 11 L basket regularly to prevent overfilling and ensure the safety interlock is engaged before use.