The HDS-1000E Fireproof Data Safe is a high-security media storage safe specifically engineered to protect temperature-sensitive digital media, external hard drives, magnetic tapes, and critical paper documents from extreme heat, moisture, and theft. Featuring a 1-hour fire endurance rating at 1850°F while maintaining an internal temperature under 125°F, it includes a High-Security Sargent & Greenleaf (S&G) UL Listed Type 1 Electronic Lock for quick, secure access.
Key Features & Highlights
- 1-Hour Certified Fire Protection: Tested against external temperatures up to 1850°F while keeping internal temperatures strictly below 125°F to prevent digital media corruption.
- S&G UL Listed Type 1 Electronic Lock: Commercial-grade electronic keypad by Sargent & Greenleaf provides tamper-resistant, quick keycode access.
- Water & Humidity Shielding: Specially insulated seal protects contents against fire sprinklers, water spray, and high humidity levels.
- Organized Internal Storage: Equipped with two removable, adjustable shelves to customize internal space for hard drives, USB drives, backup tapes, and documents.
- Solid Construction: Weighing a heavy-duty 535 lbs, this solid steel construction deters unauthorized removal and theft (designed without a center bolt-down hole to preserve heat and moisture integrity).
Technical Specifications
| Model | HDS-1000E |
| Product Type | Fireproof Media & Data Safe |
| Fire Rating | 60 Minutes (1850°F Outside / Max 125°F Interior) |
| Lock Type | S&G (Sargent & Greenleaf) UL Listed, Type 1 Electronic Lock |
| Exterior Dimensions | 36-1/2" H x 23-5/8" W x 21" D |
| Interior Dimensions | 25" H x 12-3/4" W x 9-1/4" D |
| Total Weight | 535 lbs (242.6 kg) |
| Shelving | 2 Removable Shelves |
| Water Resistance | Protects against fire sprinklers, water spray, and humidity |
| Bolt-Down Hole | None (Solid bottom design to maximize thermal barrier) |
Why Choose a Specialized Data Safe Over a Standard Fire Safe?
Standard home and fire safes are designed to protect paper documents, which char at around 350°F. However, digital media such as hard drives, SSDs, USB drives, CDs, and magnetic tapes break down and lose data at temperatures as low as 125°F to 135°F.
The HDS-1000E Data Safe is engineered with advanced thermal insulation specifically designed to keep the internal chamber below 125°F during an intense 1850°F fire, making it an essential security solution for businesses, IT professionals, home offices, and collectors who store critical electronic data.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How is a data safe different from a regular document safe?
A: Standard paper fire safes allow interior temperatures to reach up to 350°F. While paper can survive this temperature, digital media (hard drives, flash memory, tapes) degrades at temperatures above 125°F. The HDS-1000E keeps internal temperatures below 125°F to guarantee protection for sensitive electronic storage devices.
Q: Is the HDS-1000E safe waterproof?
A: Yes, the HDS-1000E is constructed to seal tightly against moisture, high humidity, and water spray caused by fire sprinklers or hoses during a fire emergency.
Q: Can I bolt the HDS-1000E safe to the floor?
A: No, this model intentionally features no center bolt-down hole. Omitting bottom anchor holes prevents heat and water from penetrating the cabinet during a fire, ensuring maximum thermal insulation for sensitive digital media. Its 535 lbs solid weight acts as a formidable anti-theft deterrent on its own.
Q: What kind of lock does the HDS-1000E use?
A: It features a commercial-grade Sargent & Greenleaf (S&G) UL Listed, Type 1 Electronic Lock, offering high-security keyless entry with custom security code combinations.
Q: Are the internal shelves adjustable?
A: Yes, the safe comes with two removable shelves, allowing you to configure the interior layout to accommodate taller drive enclosures, tape boxes, or document binders.
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