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Black micro-cut shredder unit with pull-out bin and carry handle

Amazon Basics C285-AUS Micro Cut Shredder 6-Sheet 3.7 Gallon

SKU CH-GA5K-BBX04 MPN C285-AUS

Micro-cut shredder handles six sheets, staples and credit cards into 0.16 x 0.5-inch pieces with a 3.7-gallon bin

  • Surface finishBlack
  • Key featuresAutomatic Start-Stop, Micro Cut, Manual, Shredder head & bin
  • Product colorBlack
  • Size details1
  • Sold as1
  • Pack quantity1 each
  • Micro-cut P-4 security produces tiny 0.16 x 0.5-inch particles for confidential documents
  • Shreds six sheets of 20-pound paper plus staples and one credit card at a time
  • Three-minute run time with 30-minute cool-down and auto-stop prevents overheating
  • Four-mode switch with LED alerts for power, overheat and overload status
  • 7-gallon bin with carry handle keeps the unit compact and portable

Micro-cut security for home offices

The Amazon Basics C285-AUS is a P-4 micro-cut shredder that reduces documents to 0.16 x 0.5-inch particles. It handles six sheets of 20-pound bond paper per pass and shreds credit cards one at a time. Staples and paper clips do not need removal beforehand. The compact footprint suits a personal workspace.

Thermal limits and power behaviour

The unit runs for three minutes continuously before a mandatory 30-minute cooldown period. An automatic stop function engages if the motor overheats or the feed is overloaded. LED indicators display power, overheat and overload status so the operator can react immediately. The four-mode switch selects auto, off, reverse or forward operation.

Bin and mobility accessories

A 3.7-gallon pull-out bin collects the micro-cut waste and reduces emptying frequency. A built-in carry handle allows the shredder head and bin assembly to be moved between rooms without tools. The manual feed mechanism requires no software or driver installation. No additional accessories are bundled beyond the shredder unit itself.

How it compares

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Price $63.99
Cheaper than about 73% of the 1,553 comparable items (median $120.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAmazon Basics
Model nameC285-AUS
Product colorBlack
Size & build
Surface finishBlack
Size details1
In the box
Pack quantity1 each

Questions about this item

How do I install the C285-AUS micro cut shredder and what step is commonly missed?

Place the shredder head onto the 3.7-gallon bin, align the safety interlock, plug into a mains socket, then slide the power switch to auto/on; the step often missed is ensuring the head clicks fully into the bin so the interlock engages.

What maintenance or replacement will the C285-AUS need later?

Oil the micro-cut blades with shredder oil every few uses to maintain the .16 x .5-inch particle size; the waste bin liner only needs replacing when the 3.7-gallon capacity is reached.

What limit appears first during sustained use of the C285-AUS?

The thermal protection stops the motor after 3 minutes of continuous shredding and requires a 30-minute cooldown before the auto/on LED clears and shredding can resume.

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