The Fellowes 12C document shredder is ideal for regular use by one user at home and in the office. It shreds up to 12 sheets at a time into 4x40mm cross-cut particles, shredding each A4 sheet into around 400 pieces. It also shreds staples and credit cards with no problem. The 12C can shred for up to 20 minutes at a time and has a 19 litre wastepaper basket. 5 year guarantee on the cutting blades.