Safes

Buying guides

Which burglary grade should I choose to insure cash & valuables?Match the grade to the cash and valuables you need to store and to what your insurer requires. As a guide: S1/S2 and Grade... What do I need to install my safe?You need a quality drill and the corresponding drill bit (usually 10-12 mm diameter). Depending on the surface and fixing method, you'll either secure... Safe Locks: What is more secure? Key or Code Lock?Both the Key and the Code Lock offer the same level of security. Safe Locks: Which lock should I choose - Key or Code Lock?Safes or security cabinets usually come with several locking options. Key and code locks offer the same security level - choose according to your... What is the optional 4-eyes principle (dual control) for safe locks?The 4-eyes principle (dual control) is an optional electronic-lock mode that requires two different people to each enter their own valid code before the...

Product Support

My electronic safe lock is out of battery. How can I replace the battery?All our safes with a codelock have emergency access: 1) an external contact on which an external 9V backup battery can be connected, 2)... How can I get an extra copy of the key for my safe?You can ask a local locksmith to make a copy if you still have a key. If you lost all your keys to the... How many bolts are included with my safe?One expansion bolt is always included for anchoring the safe to the floor. You can buy additional bolts in any hardware store for additional... Install a safe: We have underfloor heating. Can we still bolt our safe to the floor?If you have underfloor heating, we strongly recommend that you do not drill down into your floor. Instead, look for other ways to secure... I cannot mount the keypad BR 5010 properly. Keypad cannot be attached to the door surface, what to do?When the input unit is being changed on the safe with the lock EM3520 - that means that the input unit is rotatable, the... How can I bolt the safe myself?You can bolt your safe following 8 simple steps. Read the article for the full description. If you're bolting the safe inside a wardrobe... Should I use a battery or a power supply for the Brixia safe watch winder?Both a battery and a power supply can be used for the Brixia watch winder. How often do I need to change the Brixia watch winder battery?The Brixia watch winder battery can last usually a year. Install a safe: Can you help me with the installation of my safe?Yes! Safegear offers a Delivery & Installation for your recently bought safe. The cost depends on various factors related to the safe (weight and... Can I move the modules in the Brixia safe interior?Yes, you can move Brixia modules (drawers, watch winders etc.) and change the position in the interior of the safe. The Brixia modules are... I have an electronic lock. How often do I have to change the battery?It depends on how often you use the electronic safe lock. In most cases, the battery will last 1-2 years. Safe Locks: Can I change the code of my electronic safe lock?Yes, you can change the code, as long as you follow the manufacturer's manual. Always change the code with the door open and test... Will my guns be subject to humidity/rust if I leave them in my safe for a long time?It always depends on the safe you have and where you put it. It is recommended to open the safe every two to three... Safes: Do the external dimensions include the lock?No, the lock is not included in the external dimensions of the safe. Measurements are without the lock handle and fitting. You can find... Install a safe: Where should I place the safe?If you use the safe on a daily basis, we recommend that you place it in an easily accessible location. Make sure you have... Install a safe: How can I install a wall safe?Determine the right location, then ensure that the opening surrounds the safe on all sides with at least 100 mm of concrete. Position the... Install a safe: How can I install a floor safe?After choosing the right location, prepare a hole. Fill the space around the safe with concrete mix, then finish the surface with a trowel. Safes: Problems with closing or opening the safe?There can be various reasons why you are not able to close or open the safe, but most of the time the cause is... Install a safe: Where can I bolt the safe?A safe can be bolted to the floor, the wall, or inside a wardrobe. Pay attention to the surface material - concrete or bricks... When should I install a floor safe — while pouring the concrete deck, or after?We recommend that you do not cast the safe in while you pour the concrete deck. Instead, make space for the floor safe during... How do I install a floor safe in concrete, step by step?Test the safe and set its code first, prepare a hole at least 100 mm larger than the safe on every side, set it... What concrete mix and moisture protection does a floor safe need?Use a strong structural mix (around class C30/37) and guard against damp — seal the joints, keep the safe out of standing water, and...

Compliance & standards

I am considering buying a hotel safe. What anti-burglary certification do hotel safes come with?Hotel safes generally do not come with certifications. However, the protection against easy theft is usually welcome by guests nonetheless. Safe Locks: What are the lock requirements for each burglary grade?A safe´s burglary rating determines the minimum amount of time for which a safe must be able to withstand an attack. With regards to... Why should I store chemicals in flammable safety cabinets?The appropriate storage in chemical cabinets of flammable and dangerous substances protects workers' health in laboratories and industrial environments. Install a safe: Why is bolting important?Bolting prevents the safe from being moved by burglars, provides stability, and most insurance providers require correct installation.