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RC

Abbreviation for resistance class

In short and in plain language

RC is the class that shows how well doors, windows and grilles resist burglary.

The class follows a European standard.

The higher the class, the longer the part holds out against a break-in.

For metalwork and joinery firms, the class is an important detail in a quote.

Definition
RC stands for the resistance class of burglar-resistant doors, windows and grilles under a European standard. The higher the class, the longer the component withstands a break-in attempt. For metalwork and joinery businesses, the class is an important detail in a quote.