Burglary Ratings

General UL Burglary Safe Requirements

To be considered for a UL rating, all safes must meet the following minimum criteria:

  • Minimum weight of 750 lbs or anchor points for mounting.
  • Body constructed of minimum 1-inch thick steel or equivalent strength steel alloy (or other material).
  • Must have at least one of the following locks:
    • UL Group 1, 1R, or 2M combination lock
    • Type 1 high-security electronic lock
  • Steel and iron components must be protected against corrosion.
  • Minimum net working time of 5 minutes.

Overview of All Ratings (Ordered from Lowest to Highest Level of Protection)

Class UL TL-15

  • Minimum weight of 750 lbs or capable of being anchored to a secure surface.
  • Body constructed of minimum 1-inch thick steel (or equivalent) fastened by 1/4 inch penetration welds.
  • Must have at least one of the following locks: UL Group 1, 1R, or 2M combination lock, or Type 1 high-security electronic lock.
  • Optional secondary locks: UL Group 1, 1R, or 2M combination lock, Type 1 high-security electronic lock, or Type 2 key lock.
  • Minimum net working time of 15 minutes.
  • Tool resistance from common hand tools, picking devices, handheld power tools, pressure devices, and high-speed drills with carbide bits not exceeding 1/2 inch in diameter.

Class UL TL-30

  • Meets all requirements of Class UL TL-15.
  • Minimum net working time of 30 minutes.

Class UL TL-30×6

  • Meets all requirements of Class UL TL-30.
  • Minimum net working time of 30 minutes from all six sides.

Class UL TRTL-30

  • Meets all requirements of Class UL TRTL-15×6.
  • Minimum net working time of 30 minutes.

Class UL TRTL-30×6

  • Meets all requirements of Class UL TRTL-30.
  • Minimum net working time of 30 minutes from all six sides.

Class UL TRTL-60×6

  • Minimum weight of 750 lbs.
  • Body constructed of minimum 1-inch thick steel (or equivalent) with a minimum 3-inch concrete encasement, fastened by 1/4 inch penetration welds.
  • Must have at least one of the following locks: UL Group 1 or 1R combination lock, or Type 1 high-security electronic lock.
  • Optional secondary locks: UL Group 1 or 1R combination lock, Type 1 high-security electronic lock, or Type 1 key lock.
  • Minimum net working time of 60 minutes from all six sides.
  • Additional resistance from impact tools.

Class UL TXTL-60×6

  • Minimum weight of 1000 lbs.
  • Body constructed of minimum 1-inch thick steel (or equivalent) with a minimum 3-inch concrete encasement, fastened by 1/4 inch penetration welds.
  • Must have at least one of the following locks: UL Group 1 or 1R combination lock, or Type 1 high-security electronic lock.
  • Minimum net working time of 60 minutes from all six sides.
  • Resistance from high explosives in addition to other tools.

This summary provides an overview of the requirements and protections for different UL burglary safe classes, ensuring a clear understanding of their features and capabilities.