Explosion (EX) Designation
This optional designation is only applicable to safes achieving grades II and above. This designation indicates a product offers resistance to detonation of a PETN (Pentaerythritol tetranitrate) explosive charge followed by post detonation tool attacks aimed at achieving entry to the safe. Where the use of explosive charges is perceived to be a threat it is recommended products with this designation are selected.
Core Drill (CD) Designation
This optional designation is only applicable to safes achieving grades IV and above to EN 1143-1. This designation reflects the ability of a product to pass the diamond drill test specified within EN 1143-1, which is designed to demonstrate the product’s superior resistance to methods of forced entry that solely involve the use of diamond core drills.
