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Choose the right safe – a simple guide
What do you need to protect – paper, data, keys, cash, weapons or jewelry – and against fire, burglary or both? Here you get an overview of the most common types, what they are used for and important things to remember.
Fireproof / Document cabinet
Purpose: Preserves paper and documents in case of fire.
Fire classes: P30, P60, P90 and P120 (P = paper). The cabinets have been tested in high heat (around 1090 °C) for up to 30/60/90/120 minutes without damaging the paper.
Tip: If you are going to store data media in a fire cabinet, use a separate film and data box inside the cabinet for extra protection.
Fireproof filing cabinets
Purpose: Large amounts of paper in letterboxes or hanging files.
Fire rating: Typically P30 to P90.
Why choose: Drawers provide quick access in everyday life, while the contents are fire protected.
FG-approved security cabinet
Purpose: Securing of particularly theft-prone items – and approved for storage of weapons and ammunition (in accordance with the weapons legislation).
Properties: Usually without fire protection, but with clearly better burglary protection than cabinets without FG approval.
Insurance limits (indicative): Cash/bearer securities can often be insured up to NOK 20,000 without an alarm and NOK 50,000 with an alarm.
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FG-classified safes
Purpose: Storage and insurance of larger values (e.g. cash, precious stones).
Standard: Classified according to EN 1143-1, usually class 0–5.
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| Grade 0 | 50 000 | 1 X A | 30 / 30 | 100 000 |
| Grade I | 100 000 | 1 X A | 30 / 50 | 200 000 |
| Grade II | 150 000 | 1 X A | 50 / 80 | 300 000 |
| Grade III | 200 000 | 1 X B | 80 / 120 | 400 000 |
| Grade IV * | 500 000 | 2 X B | 120 / 180 | 1 000 000 |
| Grade V * | 750 000 | 2 X B | 180 / 270 | 1 500 000 |
| Grade VI * | 1 500 000 | 2 X C | 270 / 400 | 3 000 000 |
| Grade VII * | 2 250 000 | 2 X C | 400 / 600 | 4 500 000 |
| Grade VIII * | 4 000 000 | 2 X C | 550 / 825 | 8 000 000 |
| Grade IX * | 6 000 000 | 2 X C | 700 / 1050 | 12 000 000 |
| Grade X EX CD | 10 000 000 | 2 X C | 900 / 1350 | 20 000 000 |
| Grade XI EX CD | 16 000 000 | 3 X C RequirementsPage.table-or 2 x D | X / 2000 | 32 000 000 |
| Grade XII EX CD | 18 000 000 | 3 X C RequirementsPage.table-or 2 x D | X / 3000 | 36 000 000 |
| Grade XIII EX CD | 20 000 000 | 2 x D | X / 4500 | 40 000 000 |
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Weapon cabinet (FG-approved)
Purpose: Safe storage of weapons and ammunition in line with regulations.
Features: Often not fireproof, but with solid burglary protection.
Data cabinet / data safe
Why choose: Extra insulation and moisture control that standard fire cabinets don't have.
Key cabinet / key safe
Purpose: Structured and secure key management – from small key rings to large key systems.
Variants: From 2 to 5000+ hangers, with and without FG approval.
Options: Numbering, log, electronic access control.
Safety cabinet without FG
Purpose: Basic protection against burglary, theft and wear and tear for valuables.
Features: Usually not fireproof (some models may have limited fire protection).
Deposit cabinet
Purpose: Fast and secure deposit of cash, keys and the like without opening the main door of the cabinet.
Use: Shop, reception, evening settlement – and all places where you need to deliver valuables safely and efficiently.
Important rules to remember
- •Bolting: Follow the requirements – under 150 kg (safety cabinets/gun cabinets) and under 1000 kg (safes) must be bolted.
- •Insurance: Amount limits and conditions may vary – always clarify with your insurance company.
- •Correct class: Choose according to threat image (burglary, fire, both) andcontent (paper vs. data media).
Not sure which one to choose?
Send us your model/serial number (or a photo of the front and the internal certification plate), plus what you want to protect. We'll recommend the right solution – and can deliver, carry in, bolt and document all in one job.
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