SentrySafe 1200 Black
Score: 65/100
Amazon Basics 1.52 Cu Ft Safe Black
Score: 70/100Rankings
The Amazon Basics Steel Home Security Safe is a 1.52 cubic foot safe featuring a programmable electronic combination lock for secure storage of documents and valuables. It is constructed from steel and offers a moderate capacity suitable for home use. However, it lacks specific fire and water protection certifications, which are common in specialized vaults. It is best suited for users needing basic theft protection and moderate storage capacity without fire or water concerns.
The SentrySafe model 1200 is a compact, black fireproof safe designed for home or office use, offering UL Classified protection for documents and digital media against fire for 30 minutes at 1550°F. It features a keyed privacy lock, lightweight construction, and interior space compatible with hanging files for organized storage. However, it lacks water resistance and is not suitable for high-value asset protection due to its basic security features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 minutesbest | — | |
1,550 °Fbest | — | |
0.18 cu ft | 1.52 cu ftbest | |
6.1 in | 16.54 inbest | |
14.3 inbest | 12.99 in | |
11.2 in | 13.78 inbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 13.3 lbsbest | 33.5 lbs |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Protection & Safety(2) | ||
Fire Rating Duration (minutes) | 30 minutes | minutes |
Fire Rating Temperature (°F) | 1550 °F | °F |
Dimensions & Capacity(5) | ||
Interior Capacity (cu ft) | 0.18 cu ft | 1.52 cu ft |
Exterior Height (in) | 6.1 in | 16.54 in |
Exterior Width (in) | 14.3 in | 12.99 in |
Exterior Depth (in) | 11.2 in | 13.78 in |
Weight (lbs) | 13.3 lbs | 33.5 lbs |
Build & Materials(1) | ||
Construction Material | Composite | Steel |
Security & Access(3) | ||
Lock Type | Key | Electronic Keypad |
Certifications | UL | |
Power Source | Manual | Battery |
Professional documentation highlights the SentrySafe 1170's UL fire rating as reliable for basic document protection. However, it is positioned below high-security models that feature steel construction and bolting capabilities, indicating it is suitable for low-risk environments rather than high-value asset protection.
There is no direct consumer feedback or detailed user reviews available for the SentrySafe model 1170 in the provided data. Related smaller models show basic utility for fire protection of media, but no specific praise or complaints are recorded for this specific unit.
