HSM Classic 225.2

A micro-cut shredder rated P-7, taking 7 (6–7 (80 g/m²)) sheets per pass.

CurrentMaker's use tag: Solid and reliable document shredder with powerful 1400-Watt motor and high cutting performance for use in the open-plan office.Made in: Germany

Introduced: unknown · Status current (source, as of Oct 18, 2026)

SecurityP-7

Sheets per pass7

Bin31.7 gal

Duty cycleContinuous

Where to buy

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At a glance

Pros

P-7 security suits classified or government material us.hsm.eu
Large 31.7 gal bin needs emptying less often us.hsm.eu
Rated for continuous duty, with no cool-down breaks us.hsm.eu
The manufacturer lists part numbers for its waste bags and oil Supplies

Considerations

Takes 7 sheets per pass, so larger stacks need several passes us.hsm.eu

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Specifications

Brand	HSM
Model	Classic 225.2
Cut type	Micro-cut
Security level (DIN 66399)	P-7
Sheets per pass	7 (6–7 (80 g/m²))
Bin capacity	31.7 gal
Duty cycle (run / cool, min)	Continuous
Auto-feed	No
Suited to	Office
Maker's use tag	Solid and reliable document shredder with powerful 1400-Watt motor and high cutting performance for use in the open-plan office.
Made in	Germany
Warranty	n/a

HSM lists 1 cutter version: order no. 1458133O: 1/32" x 3/16" particle cut, P-7, 6 - 7 sheets. Voltage: 110-120 V / 60 Hz. “n/a” means the source didn't state it.

Supplies

Photo	Type	Part #	Product	Source
	Waste bags	3310000015	HSM Plastic waste bags (58 gal) · roll of 100	HSM of America overview (PDF)
	Shredder oil	1235997403	HSM Cutting block special oil (EU order no.) · 250 ml Image: HSM	eu.hsm.eu

Part numbers as listed by HSM for this model (checked Oct 18, 2026). Links go to the manufacturer; no prices shown. All shredder supplies →

Track record

Brand recalls & BBB	HSM company profile: recall and BBB summary →
Independent tests	None found for this exact model yet

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