





American Security AM2020E5 Home Security Safe – 45-Minute Fire Rating with ESL5 Electronic Lock
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The American Security AM2020E5 is a compact home security safe designed for storing important documents, valuables, cash, and other personal belongings. It combines a 12-gauge steel body, 1/4-inch solid steel plate door, three-way bolt work, and 45-minute ETL-rated fire protection with an illuminated ESL5 electronic keypad.
Key Features
- 45-minute ETL fire rating at 1,200°F
- 12-gauge steel body
- 1/4-inch solid steel plate door
- Recessed door design
- Three-way bolt work
- Four active 1-1/4-inch locking bolts plus two dead bolts
- Backlit UL-listed ESL5 electronic lock
- Drill-resistant hard plate protecting the electronic lock
- Deep Blue textured finish with Black Nickel hardware
- Gray fabric interior with back cover and firewalls
- One adjustable interior shelf
- Four pre-cut anchor holes with mounting hardware
- Adjustable ball-bearing hinges
- Palusol seal around the door frame
45-Minute Fire Protection
The AM2020E5 has an ETL-rated 45-minute fire protection rating at 1,200°F. The safe is designed to maintain an interior temperature below 350°F during the specified fire test conditions.
Steel Construction and Security
The safe features a high-strength 12-gauge steel body and a recessed 1-1/8-inch door constructed with a 1/4-inch solid steel plate and fire-insulating material. Three-way bolt work uses four active 1-1/4-inch chrome-plated steel locking bolts along with two dead bolts.
ESL5 Electronic Lock
The AM2020E5 comes equipped with American Security's ESL5 electronic lock and illuminated keypad. The electronic lock is protected by a drill-resistant hard plate and provides keypad access without requiring a traditional mechanical combination dial.
Interior Storage
The safe provides approximately 2.21 cubic feet of interior capacity and includes one adjustable shelf. The gray fabric interior, back cover, and firewalls provide a finished storage area for documents and personal valuables.
Anchoring
Four pre-cut anchor holes are provided for securing the safe to an appropriate installation surface. Mounting hardware is included according to the current retailer listing. The installation surface should be evaluated to ensure it can support the safe and selected anchoring method.
Technical Specifications
- Model: AM2020E5
- Series: American Security AM Series
- Exterior Dimensions: 20" H × 20" W × 20" D
- Door Clearance: 14-1/2" H × 14-1/2" W
- Body Thickness: 12 gauge
- Door: 1/4" solid steel plate with fire-insulating material
- Door Construction: 1-1/8" recessed
- Interior Capacity: 2.21 cu. ft.
- Interior Dimensions: 17" H × 18-1/4" W × 14-1/2" D
- Lock: ESL5 electronic keypad
- Lock Listing: UL Listed
- Fire Rating: ETL, 45 minutes at 1,200°F
- Bolt Work: Three-way
- Locking Bolts: Four active 1-1/4" bolts plus two dead bolts
- Shelves: 1 adjustable shelf
- Interior: Gray fabric with back cover and firewalls
- Exterior Finish: Deep Blue textured / powder-coated finish
- Hardware: Black Nickel
- Anchor Holes: 4 pre-cut
- Weight: 170 lbs. manufacturer-listed current specification
- Warranty: 1 year parts and labor
What's Included
- American Security AM2020E5 home security safe
- ESL5 electronic keypad lock
- One adjustable interior shelf
- Mounting hardware for the pre-cut anchor holes
Optional Accessories
An 8-inch LED light kit with motion sensor is available as an optional accessory for the AM Series. The light kit is not included with the standard AM2020E5 configuration.
Important Notes
- The 45-minute fire rating applies to the manufacturer's specified ETL test conditions and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of protection for every type of stored item.
- Anchoring is recommended according to the installation requirements and suitable for the supporting surface.
- American Security specifies this AM Series model for home/residential use; commercial use may affect the warranty.
- The safe is approximately 20" square and weighs about 170 lbs., so the installation location and access route should be evaluated before delivery.