| DIN Classification | Document Types | Cutting method | Size of Cut |
|---|---|---|---|
| P-1 | common information | horizontal cut | stripe max. 12mm |
| P-2 | internal documents | horizontal cut | stripe max. 6mm |
| P-3 | personal data | cross section | particles up to 320mm² |
| P-4 | secret documents | cross section | particles up to 160mm² |
| P-5 | top secret materials | cross section | particles up to 30mm² |
| P-6 | US government offices | cross section | particles up to 10mm² |