Introduction
If keeping data secure is a priority for you, then your going to want to find solutions that work with your budget, space, and workflow. In this article, we’re going to discuss the top 3 elements that make a degausser a convenient solution as an HDD sanitizer.
Degaussers are the Perfect Size!
Degaussers really are the perfect size to deal with hard drive sanitization. They range from a handheld degausser wand to machines that could fit perfectly at your desk or on a table. There are no other NSA-listed hard drive shredders or HD crushers that have the convenience of handheld portability. Degausser wands are uniquely convenient in the way that they don’t require an electrical outlet for operation. In that way, degausser wands can be useful in any location.
Degaussers are Simple to Use and Require No Maintenance
Degaussers are as simple as pushing a button and listening to the “BOOM!” of the data getting wiped from a hard drive. With other options such as hard drive shredders and hard drive crushers, you get the unfortunate mess of sharp chunks and bits of hard drives. Hard drive shredders can cost you money and time if the teeth of the shredder get jammed. With a degausser, a jam is out of the question. With a hard drive crusher, you also deal with bits and pieces of HDD’s to clean out of the machine. For the most part with HD crushers, there’s barely any mess, however, with a degausser there is no cleanup necessary. A machine that doesn’t create debris will improve your workflow and add to the convenience of your daily operations. The last thing that you need on your hands is a service nightmare!
Degaussers are Incredibly Fast
Commercial degaussers can fire off in less than a second. This is a level of productivity that you won’t find from other machines. NSA-listed degaussers have a lot more power and take about as long as other options like crushing a HDD. Whitaker Brothers offers degaussers that can be fitted with a chute so that the degaussing process is more hands-free and efficient. Take a look at our comparison chart for other hard drive destruction methods:
Degaussing is a Convenient Solution for HDD Destruction
Here are the main takeaways from this article:
- Some degaussers are portable and can be taken anywhere and used without electricity.
- Degassing is a simple process that is free of messy particles.
- Degaussers are fast and can be great for improving your workflow.
Want to dive deeper into more benefits of degaussing? Check out our article, “Degaussing: The Benefits of Using a Degausser In 2024” to learn more.
Also, learn about the fastest methods to wipe a hard drive.