This is the powered cheese grater that automatically slices, shreds, or grates cheese. Three interchangeable blades produce wafer-thin slices of Parmigiano-Reggiano, airy flecks of Pecorino Romano, or silky strands of Manchego simply by pressing the top of the device. The device can shred up to two kinds of cheese at once, allowing you to create freshly grated blends. The cheese receptacle comes with a lid, providing convenient storage in a refrigerator. About the size of a pepper mill, the cordless battery powered device operates for up to 25 minutes after a four-hour charge from the included AC adapter. For semi-hard to hard cheese; also grates nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, or similar spices. Blades and receptacle are hand-washable. 7 1/2" H x 3" Diam. (2 lbs.)