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Dahle PowerTEC® 717 OS High Security Optical Media Shredder SKU 10207-15193

The PowerTEC® 717 OS Optical Media Shredder is NSA/CSS 04-02 approved and supports the top-secret shredding needs of military and government agencies. It features a powerful steel gear-driven motor, an automatic EvenFlow Lubricator®, and simple push-button operation. This optical shredder is NSA rated O-5 for high-security CD destruction and holds up to 20 gallons of waste. It’s precision-engineered and guaranteed to provide many years of trouble-free operation.

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High Security
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Who the Dahle PowerTEC® 717 OS High Security Optical Media Shredder is actually for

Most equipment pages just tell you what a device does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We offer equipment for every business need, but the right machine depends on your specific workflow.

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You have top‑secret or classified optical media that must meet NSA/CSS 04‑02 O‑5 destruction standards.
  • You need a shredder that can handle CDs and DVDs at a rate of one disc per pass while maintaining a quiet 55 dB footprint for close‑quarter office use.
  • You want a mobile unit with built‑in casters and a 20‑gallon collection bin so it can be positioned in secure labs or briefing rooms and emptied infrequently.
  • Your office processes up to a few hundred discs per day and values the extreme micro cross‑cut (2 mm × 4 mm) particle size for complete data render‑down.
  • Your team appreciates integrated jam protection and a chain‑driven continuous‑duty motor for reliable, low‑maintenance operation.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You operate in a standard commercial environment with 115 V, single‑phase power and a 5‑inch media entry width.
  • You install the unit on a typical 19 × 22 × 32‑inch floor space and can accommodate the 165 lb weight on a sturdy tabletop or rolling cabinet.
  • You prefer quiet operation (55 dB) and can tolerate occasional manual emptying of the 20‑gallon bin during normal workflow.
  • Your usage is limited to occasional CD/DVD disposal rather than continuous high‑throughput shredding.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You require shredding of hard drives, magnetic tapes, or micro‑film, which this model does not support.
  • You need a larger waste‑volume capacity or faster throughput than one disc per pass, as the 20‑gallon bin fills quickly in high‑volume settings.
  • Your space is extremely constrained and cannot accommodate a 165‑lb, 32‑inch‑high cabinet with rolling casters.
  • You have a strict budget that cannot absorb the premium cost of an NSA‑approved O‑5 optical media shredder.
  • Your volume exceeds several thousand discs per day, which would demand a higher‑speed industrial shredder.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The PowerTEC® 717 OS Optical Media Shredder is NSA/CSS 04-02 approved and supports the top-secret shredding needs of military and government agencies. It features a powerful steel gear-driven motor, an automatic EvenFlow Lubricator®, and simple push-button operation. This optical shredder is NSA rated O-5 for high-security CD destruction and holds up to 20 gallons of waste. It’s precision-engineered and guaranteed to provide many years of trouble-free operation. Key Features: • NSA/CSS 04-02 Approved for Top-Secret optical media destruction • Steel gear-driven continuous duty motor for slip-free power • Automatic EvenFlow Lubricator® provides continuous oil across the cutting cylinders • Automatic jam protection eliminates frustration • LED keypad with easy-to-use controls for simple operation • Rubber shock mounts suspend the cutting head and reduce vibration • Self-cleaning mode ensures optimal performance • Automatic On/Off and Bin-Full Auto-Off convenience • Thermally protected motor prevents overheating • Extremely quiet and will not disrupt normal office activities • Steel cabinet with rolling casters and easy-to-empty waste bin • TAA Compliant Special Features: • NSA/CSS 04-02 Approved • NSA Volume Rating: High • Steel Gear-Driven Motor • Continuous Duty Motor • EvenFlow Lubricator® • Jam Protection- Automatic • Self-Cleaning Mode • Rubber Shock Mounts • Precision Engineered • Thermally Protected Motor • TAA Compliant Specifications: • Security Level: O-5 • Shred Type: Extreme Cross Cut • Feed Width: 5 in • Waste Bin Volume: 20 Gallons • Noise Level: 55 dB • Shred Speed: 9 ft/min • Recommended Users: 5+ Users • Warranty: 2 Years (Machine) / 1 Year (Cylinders)
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Manufacturer Dahle
Model 717 OS
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What ships with the Dahle PowerTEC® 717 OS High Security Optical Media Shredder

The equipment itself

Dahle PowerTEC® 717 OS High Security Optical Media Shredder in original Dahle packaging. High Security form factor, roughly 19.75" L x 22.75" W x 32.25" H

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Includes OEM power adapter, interface cables, and factory-standard hardware components.

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