Office shredder · HSM
HSM SECURIO AF500
A several cutter options shredder rated P-4 to P-6, taking n/a (varies by cutter: 6–16; 500 auto) sheets per pass.
Introduced: unknown · Status current (source, as of Oct 18, 2026)
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At a glance
Pros
- Offered with a choice of cutters (P-4 to P-6), so the security level can be matched to what you shred us.hsm.eu
- Auto-feed shreds a loaded stack of up to 500 sheets without standing at the machine us.hsm.eu
- 21.7 gal bin is in the 15+ gal range departments often look for 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
- Sheet capacity and security depend on the cutter you order; confirm the exact cutter variant us.hsm.eu
Written by OfficeRated from the sourced specifications above, using the same fixed rules for every model and brand (how these are written). Not a score or a ranking, and not taken from customer reviews.
Specifications
| Brand | HSM |
|---|---|
| Model | SECURIO AF500 |
| Cut type | Several cutter options |
| Security level (DIN 66399) | P-4 to P-6 |
| Sheets per pass | n/a (varies by cutter: 6–16; 500 auto) |
| Bin capacity | 21.7 gal |
| Duty cycle (run / cool, min) | Continuous |
| Auto-feed | Yes |
| Suited to | Office |
| Maker's use tag | The HSM SECURIO AF500 document shredder with automatic paper feed automatically destroys stacks of up to 500 sheets and is particularly suitable for offices and workgroups with high data destruction requirements. |
| Made in | Germany |
| Warranty | 3 years (per HSM product page); lifetime on cutting rollers (per HSM) (source) |
HSM lists 3 cutter versions: order no. 2102113: 1/16" x 5/8" particle cut, P-5, 9 - 11 sheets; order no. 2103113: 3/16" x 1 1/8" particle cut, P-4, 14 - 16 sheets; order no. 2105113: 1/32" x 7/16" particle cut, P-6, 6 - 6 sheets. Voltage: 110-120 V / 60 Hz. “n/a” means the source didn't state it.
Supplies
Supplies
| Photo | Type | Part # | Product | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waste bags | 3310000004 | HSM Plastic waste bags (34 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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