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Choose the cut type and shred size based on how sensitive the documents or media are.
Paper and optical media shredders for secure destruction of documents, CDs, DVDs, and mixed media.
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Best SellerK-16DX DOD High Security Paper & Optical Media Shredder
Regular price $9,795.00Regular price Sale price $9,795.00Throat Width9.5"; 5"Sheet CapacityUp to 14 Sheets (NSA 8 sheets); 1 DiscShred Size0.8 x 5 mm; 2 x 2 mmWaste Capacity24 Gallon; 17 Gallon -
Best SellerSS-16DX DOD High-Security Paper & Optical Media Shredder
Regular price $9,100.00Regular price Sale price $9,100.00Throat Width9"; 5"Sheet CapacityUp to 13 Sheets; 1 DiscShred Size1 x 5 mm; 2 x 2 mmWaste Capacity28 Gallon; 21 Gallon -
Best SellerSS-16X DOD High-Security Paper & Optical Media Shredder
Regular price $8,900.00Regular price Sale price $8,900.00Throat Width9.4"; 4.9"Sheet CapacityUp to 11 Sheets; 1 DiscShred Size1 x 5 mm; 2 x 2 mmWaste Capacity28 Gallon; 21 Gallon -
Best SellerSS-16D DOD High Security Paper & Optical Media Shredder
Regular price $7,990.00Regular price Sale price $7,990.00Throat Width9"; 5"Sheet CapacityUp to 13 Sheets; 1 CDShred Size1 x 5 mm; 2 x 4 mmWaste Capacity33 Gal; 20 Gal -
Best SellerK-16 Destroyer DOD High Security Shredder
Regular price $7,940.00Regular price Sale price $7,940.00Throat Width16"Sheet CapacityUp to 16 SheetsShred Size0.8 x 5 mmWaste Capacity53 Gallon
Buyer guide
How to choose from this collection
Use the product grid to compare the details that matter most before opening a product page. For shredders, the right choice usually depends on security level, sheet capacity, shred size, waste capacity, and the materials your team needs to destroy.
Compare daily capacity
Review sheet capacity, duty cycle, motor strength, and speed for your expected workload.
Check waste capacity
Larger bins reduce emptying frequency for shared offices, departments, and records teams.
Confirm material support
Make sure the model supports paper, optical media, cards, hard drives, or other materials you need.
Collection FAQs
Questions about Multimedia Shredder
What does a paper/optical media combination shredder destroy?
A combination shredder is built to destroy paper documents and optical media such as CDs or DVDs in one machine. Always check the exact model's supported media list before feeding discs, cards, or other materials.
Is a combination shredder better than two separate machines?
It can be better when the same team handles both paper and disc destruction and wants one controlled workflow. Separate machines may be better when paper volume or media volume is high enough to justify dedicated equipment.
Can these models meet high-security requirements?
Some combination models are built for high-security environments, but approval depends on the exact model and media type. If NSA/CSS approval is required, confirm whether the model is listed for paper, optical media, or both.
What should I check before buying a paper and optical media shredder?
Check supported media, particle size, paper capacity, disc throughput, feed openings, waste handling, waste separation, and maintenance needs. Do not assume every combination unit handles every type of paper or media.
Who should consider this collection?
Government offices, IT teams, records departments, secure facilities, and organizations with both printed documents and disc-based media should consider this collection.
Facilities that handle classified documents and optical media need equipment capable of destroying both securely. A multimedia shredder gives government and military teams one reliable machine for paper, CDs, and DVDs. Capital Shredder supplies high-security combination models designed for environments that require secure destruction and dependable performance.
Our DoD-focused machines pair durable steel cutting systems with steady operation and controlled waste handling. Separate feed openings help operators process paper and optical media through the appropriate cutting system. Select models also include automatic oiling and jam protection to facilitate consistent performance. With a multimedia shredder from our selection, organizations simplify destruction procedures without sacrificing the security standards the setting demands.
