SentrySafe FHW40100
Score: 65/100
SentrySafe CHW30220 Black
Score: 75/100Rankings
The SentrySafe CHW30220 is a compact, portable document safe featuring UL-classified fire protection and ETL-verified waterproofing. It offers solid steel construction and hanging file compatibility, making it ideal for organizing essential papers. However, its basic key lock and limited capacity make it unsuitable for high-security needs or bulk storage.
The SentrySafe 1170 is a compact, portable fireproof file cabinet designed to protect paper documents from fire damage for up to 30 minutes. It features a keyed privacy lock and interior space sized for standard hanging file folders, making it ideal for organized storage. However, it lacks water resistance and high-security features, limiting its use to dry environments and non-valuable items.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 minutesbest | 30 minutesbest | |
1,550 degrees_fahrenheitbest | 1,550 degrees_fahrenheitbest | |
1,137.6 cubic_inchesbest | 62.21 cubic_inches | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.1 inches | 7.6 inchesbest |
| ↓ lower better | 16.6 inches | 16.5 inchesbest |
| ↓ lower better | 13.8 inchesbest | 14.8 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 41 pounds | 24 poundsbest |
— | 72 minutesbest |
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Compliance & Safety(1) | ||
Certifications | UL Classified | UL, ETL |
Dimensions & Capacity(4) | ||
Interior Capacity (cubic_inches) | 1137.6 cubic_inches | 62.21 cubic_inches |
Exterior Height (inches) | 14.1 inches | 7.6 inches |
Exterior Width (inches) | 16.6 inches | 16.5 inches |
Exterior Depth (inches) | 13.8 inches | 14.8 inches |
Build & Portability(2) | ||
Weight (pounds) | 41 pounds | 24 pounds |
Construction Material | Steel with Fire Insulation | Steel |
Security & Locking(1) | ||
Backup Access | Key | Override Key |
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Professional reviewers highlight the SentrySafe 1170's solid fire endurance and UL certification, but emphasize its basic security and lack of waterproofing, positioning it as an ideal solution for organized file storage rather than a high-security vault.
Everyday consumers praise the ease of carrying and file organization, but complain about the key lock feeling cheap and the lack of water resistance leading to ruined papers in floods.
“Heavy and solid”
“Effective for documents/small items”
“Love hanging file compatibility and portability”
Choose the 1170 for fire-only protection in dry areas, or the FHW40100 for comprehensive fire and flood protection.
Professional reviewers and editors praise the SentrySafe FPW082KSB and CHW20221 for their verified UL fire and ETL water protection ratings, noting their effectiveness for disaster preparedness. They highlight the product's portability, solid steel construction, and versatility for storing documents or small valuables. However, experts consistently note that these models are not intended for high-security burglary protection, as the locks are basic and the units are not rated against tool attacks.
Everyday consumers generally praise the safe for its heavy, solid build and effectiveness in protecting documents and small items. Users appreciate the hanging file compatibility and the convenience of the carrying handle for emergency evacuation. Recurring complaints focus on the limited interior space for larger items and the perception that the key lock provides only basic deterrence against unauthorized access rather than robust security.
