AMSEC CSC1413 safe interior

The Best High Security Home Safes: AMSEC CSC Series

The AMSEC CSC series contains some of the best high-security home safes on the market. These compact safes come in two different models and are built with tamper-resistant features and materials to protect your valuables from forced entry and unexpected fire.

AMSEC CSC Safe FAQs

What burglary protection does an AMSEC CSC safe provide?

The AMSEC CSC safe comes with a UL RSC Level I security rating.

Are the AMSEC CSC safes fireproof?

While no safe on the market is 100% fireproof, the CSC safe comes with a 2-hour factory fire rating, a significant amount of time to protect your belongings from an unexpected fire.

What items can you store in an AMSEC CSC safe?

Some items you can store and protect inside an AMSEC CSC safe include jewelry, cash, and important documents. These safes are compact but durable to protect the valuables you care about most.

What is the AMSEC CSC Safe Made Out Of?

Both the CSC1913 and the CSC1413 are built with thick steel, bulking up the body with a 2.75” thickness. We pour a high-strength cement-based fire-resistant material in the body, which is one of the reasons both of these models have received a 2-hour factory fire rating at 1200°F.

The safe door is built with all the same materials the body is made out of, with a few more features that prevent burglars from prying, drilling, or attempting any other attacks to try and access your cherished belongings. This includes the following:

  • Tamper-resistant glass relocker
  • Heavy-duty 1.5” diameter steel dead bolts that are built to withstand pry attacks
  • 2” thick defense barrier of outer and inner steel plates
  • UL-Listed ESL10 electronic lock (mechanical lock options are also available)

In addition to these hefty security features, the CSC safes come with a heat-expanding intumescent door seal to help guard against severe fires. How this works is when the door is exposed to high heat, the seal will expand to help prevent smoke or flames from penetrating the interior.

AMSEC CSC Burglary Protection

Both CSC safe models come with a UL RSC Level I security rating. This means the models have been tried and tested against common and electronic tools used to either tamper with the locking mechanism or create a 4” diameter hole (or larger) in the body to access the interior. Tools can include:

  • Hammers (that do not exceed 3 pounds)
  • Chisels
  • Pry Bars
  • Punches
  • Screwdrivers
  • Wrenches (that do not exceed 18″ in length)
  • Variable Speed Electric Drill
  • High-Speed and Carbide Tipped Drill Bits (that do not exceed 1/4 inch diameter)

AMSEC CSC Fire Protection

There isn’t a 100% fireproof safe on the market, but the CSC series offers significant protection for 2 hours. This is thanks to the high-quality steel and fire-resistant materials incorporated into the body of the safe.

While a fire may or may not last for longer than 2 hours, we’ve often heard from American Security customers that their fire rated safe lasted longer than the certified time period, and their valuables were salvaged from a large and lengthy fire.

The CSC series safes come with factory-certified fire ratings. It’s important to note that fire ratings can vary widely across the safe market. Some are issued by the manufacturers themselves, while others come from independent testing organizations like Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and ETL-Intertek. Depending on the American Security safe, some come with factory/manufacturer ratings or have been tested by other laboratories.

Who Benefits From an AMSEC CSC Safe

You might be wondering who the CSC safes are best suited for, and due to their compact design, these safes can serve a diverse range of individuals! This includes the following.

Homeowners or Renters Looking for a High Security Safe

The CSC series provides significant security for your valuables in a nice, compact design so that you don’t have to worry about fitting a large safe in your home or apartment. These models are perfect for those who want to prioritize durability and security.

Collectors of Valuable Items

For those that are avid collectors of valuables like jewelry, this is the perfect compact solution for you. On the other hand, if you own guns, we recommend looking at our gun safes like the TF or BFX.

Small Business Owners

For business owners who only need a small space to store and protect their cash, legal documents, business licenses, and sensitive client information, the CSC safe series is the perfect choice for security without investing in a large, industrial safe. The CSC series provides the fire and burglary protection necessary to safeguard your livelihood. Its manageable size makes it easy to install in tight back-office spaces, while its high-quality construction, including UL-rated fire protection and robust locking mechanisms, gives you peace of mind.

Anyone Seeking a Fireproof or Burglary-Proof Safe

If you’re in the market for a safe that provides dependable protection against fire, theft, or environmental threats, the CSC safe series is a strong contender. While no safe is entirely fireproof, the CSC series is engineered to meet industry standards.

Now let’s look at the models to help you choose the right one for your security needs!

AMSEC CSC1413

  • 19.5″H x 18″W x 19.875″D
  • 256 lbs.

AMSEC CSC1413 high security home safe

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AMSEC CSC1913

  • 24.5″H x 18″W x 19.875″D
  • 318 lbs.

AMSEC CSC1913 high security home safe

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Key Takeaways on The AMSEC CSC High Security Home Safe

It’s safe to say that the CSC series is small but mighty, chock full of security and fire-resistant features that withstand the unexpected, offering protection for your valuables when you need it most. Compact yet incredibly durable, this safe is built to withstand both burglary attempts and intense heat, with UL certification for burglary resistance and a factory-rated fire protection of up to two hours at 1200°F.

Whether you’re safeguarding jewelry, legal documents, or other irreplaceable valuables, the CSC series offers peace of mind in a secure, space-efficient design. It’s an ideal solution for those who want high-level protection without compromising on quality.

Browse the CSC series and our other safe models to uncover the right one for you, and don’t hesitate to reach out to American Security or a safe dealer near you for any additional assistance you may need!

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