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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.
| Class (Grade) | Max insurance amount (kr) | Max insurance amount (kr) |
|---|---|---|
| Without alarm | With FG-approved burglar alarm | |
| FG Security cabinet | 20 000 | 50 000 |
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.
| Class (Grade) | Maximum sum insured cash or bearer papers (NOK) | Lock according to EN 1300 | RU (resistant unit) and PA (partial access) / CA (complete access) according to EN 1143 | Maximum sum insured cash or bearer papers (NOK) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Without alarm | Burglary alarm according to point 3. | |||
| 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 or 2 x D | X / 2000 | 32 000 000 |
| Grade XII EX CD | 18 000 000 | 3 X C or 2 x D | X / 3000 | 36 000 000 |
| Grade XIII EX CD | 20 000 000 | 2 x D | X / 4500 | 40 000 000 |
* From Grade IV up to and including Grade IX, the maximum sum insured can be increased if the cabinet has one or more additional classifications such as for EX, CD or GAS. The increase corresponds to half the difference in the maximum sum insured from one Grade up to the next Grade. Example: Grade IV EX = 500 000 + ((750,000 - 500,000)/2) = 500,000 + 125,000 = 625,000 without alarm.
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.
