Rexel Wide Entry Frequent Use

 

A wide entry shredder is a high-volume, centralised document destruction machine with an oversized feed opening – typically 400mm or wider – designed to shred A3 documents, computer listing paper, and stacks of A4 in a single pass without folding or preparation. DigiShred stocks three models in the Rexel wide entry frequent use range: the RLWS35, the RLWS47, and the RLWX39, covering DIN P-2 strip cut and DIN P-4 cross cut, with sheet capacities from 35 to 47 sheets per pass and bins from 175 to 225 litres. All three are continuous duty machines built for centralised shredding in large offices, shared service centres, and high-volume document processing environments.

Key facts:

1. Entry width: 400mm to 405mm — handles A4, A3, and computer listing paper in a single pass
2. Sheet capacity: 35 sheets (RLWS35) to 47 sheets (RLWS47) at 80g/m2
3. Bin volume: 175 litres standard, 225 litres with waste sack on all models
4. Security levels: DIN P-2 strip cut (RLWS35, RLWS47) and DIN P-4 cross cut (RLWX39)
5. All models shred A4, A3, and computer listing paper, plus CDs, credit cards, staples, and paper clips

 

 

DigiShred has supplied shredders to South African businesses for over a decade, serving legal firms, financial institutions, medical practices, government departments, and private sector offices of all sizes. The range includes Rexel, Kobra, Ideal, Fellowes Beswick, New United, JBF, and HP, each model chosen for reliable performance in South African office environments. Every client gets matched to the right machine based on team size, daily shredding volume, and the security level their documents require.

 

Model	Sheet Capacity (80g/m2)	Security Level	Shred Size	Entry Width	Bin Volume	Media Shredded	Best For
Rexel RLWS35	35	DIN P-2	5.8mm strip	400mm	175L / 225L	Paper, CDs, credit cards, staples, paper clips	Centralised bulk shredding, lower security, continuous duty
Rexel RLWS47	47	DIN P-2	6mm strip	405mm	175L / 225L	Paper, CDs, credit cards, staples, paper clips	Highest volume strip cut, auto oil injection, large departments
Rexel RLWX39	39	DIN P-4	4x40mm cross cut	400mm	175L / 225L	Paper, CDs, credit cards, staples, paper clips	Cross cut security, A3 and wide-format documents, continuous duty

 

 

What Is a Wide Entry Shredder and Who Needs One?

A wide entry shredder is a centralised, high-capacity document destruction machine with a feed opening of 400mm or wider, enabling it to accept A3 documents, computer listing paper, and large-format media in a single pass without folding, trimming, or preparation. Standard office shredders have entry widths of 220mm to 310mm, which limits them to A4 paper only; wide entry machines handle the full range of document formats produced in large organisations.

These machines are designed for environments where document disposal is a daily operational process handled by multiple users bringing material to a centralised shredding station, and where volume, format diversity, and continuous duty are all requirements.

 

Organisations and departments that typically need wide entry shredders:

1. Large legal firms and conveyancing practices disposing of A3 deeds, plans, and court documents alongside standard correspondence
2. Financial services and banking operations shredding large-format financial statements, computer printouts, and listing paper
3. Government and municipal departments processing a mix of document sizes including A3 reports, plans, and standard files
4. Shared service centres and records management teams handling bulk disposal on behalf of multiple business units
5. Accounting and auditing practices disposing of large-format spreadsheet printouts, ledger pages, and report documents
6. Human resources and payroll departments shredding large-format personnel records and payroll listing paper under POPIA
7. Medical administration and hospital records teams disposing of A3 clinical documents, patient charts, and referral bundles

 

 

What Is the Difference Between the RLWS35, RLWS47, and RLWX39?

All three models share a wide entry format and 175-litre bin, but they differ in sheet capacity, security level, and cut type, making the choice straightforward once you know your daily volume and POPIA compliance requirement. The RLWS35 and RLWS47 are strip cut at DIN P-2; the RLWX39 is cross cut at DIN P-4.

 

Feature	RLWS35	RLWS47	RLWX39
Sheet capacity (80g/m2)	35	47	39
Security level	DIN P-2	DIN P-2	DIN P-4
Cut type	Strip cut	Strip cut	Cross cut
Shred size	5.8mm strips	6mm strips	4x40mm particles
Entry width	400mm	405mm	400mm
Bin volume	175L / 225L	175L / 225L	175L / 225L
Automatic oil injection	No	Yes	Yes
Motor	Continuous duty	1600W continuous duty	Continuous duty
Best for	Moderate-high volume bulk shredding, lower security	Highest volume in range, maximum throughput	Cross cut security, POPIA P-4 compliance

 

• Choose the RLWS35 if your daily volume is high but does not require the maximum throughput of the RLWS47, and DIN P-2 strip cut satisfies your document disposal requirements for general internal records.
• Choose the RLWS47 if your department processes the highest volumes in this range and benefits from automatic oil injection to maintain cutting performance without manual maintenance intervals.
• Choose the RLWX39 if your organisation needs to shred A3 and wide-format documents at DIN P-4 cross cut, producing 4x40mm particles that meet POPIA requirements for confidential personal information.

 

 

Which Security Level Is Right – DIN P-2 or DIN P-4 – for Wide Entry Shredding?

DIN P-2 strip cut and DIN P-4 cross cut represent different levels of document security, and POPIA sets minimum standards for the destruction of personal information that affect which security level South African organisations should select. Both are appropriate for different document types, but P-4 is the correct choice wherever personal information as defined by POPIA is involved.

 

Feature	DIN P-2 Strip Cut	DIN P-4 Cross Cut
Shred output	Long strips (5.8mm to 6mm wide)	Small particles (4x40mm)
Reconstruction risk	Higher — strips can theoretically be reassembled	Lower — cross cut particles are significantly harder to reconstruct
POPIA suitability	General internal documents, non-personal records	Confidential personal information, HR records, financial account data
Models in this range	RLWS35, RLWS47	RLWX39
Typical use case	Computer listing paper, bulk internal records, archive disposal	A3 legal, financial, and HR documents containing personal information

 

• Choose P-2 (RLWS35 or RLWS47) for general internal documents, computer printouts, archived operational records, and non-personal bulk disposal where the document content does not include personal information protected under POPIA.
• Choose P-4 (RLWX39) for any documents containing personal information, financial account data, HR records, client files, or legally privileged material where POPIA compliance requires destruction that prevents reconstruction.

 

 

When Should You Step Up or Step Down from Rexel Wide Entry Frequent Use?

Rexel wide entry frequent use shredders are the correct choice when your document mix includes A3, computer listing paper, or other wide-format media that a standard 220mm to 310mm entry shredder cannot accommodate. If your documents are exclusively standard A4 and the wide entry format is not a requirement, a standard entry shredder in the departmental or large office range will give you equivalent capacity at a lower footprint and cost.

 

Stay in Rexel Wide Entry Frequent Use if:

1. Your document mix regularly includes A3, computer listing paper, or non-standard wide-format media
2. Your daily volume requires 35 to 47 sheets per pass at a centralised shredding point
3. A 175-litre to 225-litre bin suits your team size and emptying frequency
4. DIN P-2 or P-4 covers your POPIA compliance requirement for the document types involved

 

Step down to Rexel Departmental Frequent Use if:

1. Your documents are exclusively A4 and a standard entry width of 220mm to 260mm is sufficient
2. Daily volume suits a manual-feed machine at 18 to 22 sheets per pass or an auto-feed model at 225 to 300 sheets per load
3. A smaller footprint and lower capital cost is a priority without sacrificing continuous duty performance

 

Step across to Kobra Heavy Duty or Industrial if:

1. You need cross cut security at very high volumes beyond what the RLWX39 provides
2. Your environment requires a heavier industrial specification beyond the commercial office class
3. Multiple wide entry machines are needed across floors or sites

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Rexel wide entry frequent use shredder?

A Rexel wide entry frequent use shredder is a high-capacity centralised document destruction machine with a 400mm to 405mm feed opening, designed to shred A4, A3, and computer listing paper in a single pass at 35 to 47 sheets per pass, available in DIN P-2 strip cut (RLWS35 and RLWS47) and DIN P-4 cross cut (RLWX39), all with 175-litre to 225-litre bins and continuous duty motors.

 

Do Rexel wide entry shredders meet POPIA requirements for confidential document disposal?

The RLWX39 at DIN P-4 cross cut (4x40mm) meets POPIA requirements for the secure disposal of most personal information held by South African organisations, making it the right choice for A3 and wide-format documents containing personal information, HR records, or client data. The RLWS35 and RLWS47 at DIN P-2 strip cut are suited to general internal documents and bulk archive disposal where the content does not include POPIA-protected personal information.

 

What is the difference between the RLWS47 and the RLWS35?

Both models are DIN P-2 strip cut wide entry shredders with 175-litre bins and continuous duty motors, but the RLWS47 handles 47 sheets per pass compared to the RLWS35’s 35 sheets, includes automatic oil injection on the cutting shafts to maintain performance under sustained high-volume use, and is powered by a 1600W motor suited to the highest throughput requirements in this range.

 

What is the difference between the RLWX39 and the RLWS47?

The RLWX39 operates at DIN P-4 cross cut (4x40mm particles) with a 39-sheet capacity, while the RLWS47 operates at DIN P-2 strip cut (6mm strips) with a 47-sheet capacity. Choose the RLWX39 where confidential personal information requires cross cut security under POPIA; choose the RLWS47 where maximum sheet throughput and strip cut security are the priority for high-volume general document disposal.

 

How do I decide whether a wide entry shredder is the right choice for my organisation?

If your daily shredding includes A3 documents, computer listing paper, or other wide-format media that exceeds the 220mm to 310mm entry of a standard office shredder, a wide entry model is the correct choice. If your documents are exclusively standard A4 and your priority is security level or auto-feed convenience rather than entry width, the Rexel Departmental or Large Office Frequent Use range will give you equivalent daily capacity in a more compact format.