Fellowes Powershred® 225Mi Micro-Cut Shredder

In an age where safeguarding sensitive information is paramount, the Powershred® 225Mi Micro-Cut Shredder takes center stage as an exemplary protector of your document security needs. This article uncovers the key features and advantages of the 225Mi Shredder, highlighting why it’s an indispensable addition to your office.

The Fellowes Powershred 225Mi is a dependable, high-security micro-cut shredder built for busy offices and shared work environments. It delivers P‑5 level shredding by transforming up to 16 sheets of paper into ultra-small 5/64 × 15/32 in particles in a single pass. With continuous-duty operation, a large 16-gallon pull-out bin, and advanced jam prevention and safety technologies, this shredder ensures secure, quiet, and energy-efficient shredding for teams of three to five users

Product Features

P‑5 Security Micro‑Cut

Produces extremely small particles (5/64 × 15/32 in), ideal for sensitive documents requiring high-level security.

100 % Jam‑Proof System

Three-tier protection with auto-reverse prevents paper jams, maximizing productivity in busy environments

SilentShred™ Noise Reduction

Designed for minimal operational noise, making it suitable for office and shared workspace environments.

SafeSense® Safety

Automatically stops shredding when hands touch the feed opening, prioritizing user safety

Continuous-Duty Motor

Operates without interruption, allowing extended shredding sessions without overheating

Large 16‑Gallon Bin

Spacious removable bin holds more shreds per gallon than cross-cut models, with a clear full-bin indicator

Energy Savings System

Automatically enters low-power standby when idle, conserving energy.

Multi-Material Shredding

Efficiently handles staples, paper clips, credit cards, CDs/DVDs, and junk mail

Product Specifications

• Cut type: Micro‑cut (5/64 × 15/32 in)
• Security level: P‑5 (DIN Level 4)
• Sheet capacity: Up to 16 sheets (80 gsm) per pass
• Shredding speed: ~14 ft/min (4.3 m/min)
• Run time: Continuous
• Bin capacity: 16 gal (60 L) pull-out bin with full-bin indicator
• Throat width: 9.5 in (240 mm)
• Dimensions (H×W×D): 30.75 × 17.75 × 17.13 in (785 × 454 × 435 mm)
• Weight: ~93 lb (42 kg)
• Noise reduction: SilentShred™
• Safety: SafeSense®, bin removal stop, thermal overload protection
• Jam prevention: 100% Jam‑Proof with auto-reverse
• Energy-saving: Auto sleep/standby mode
• Materials accepted: staples, paper clips, credit cards, CDs/DVDs, junk mail
• Recommended users: 3–5
• Warranty: 2-year machine, 7-year cutter