Fire-Rated Insulated Upward Opening Access Door

Find the ideal solution to limit fire spread while offering easy access in fire-rated ceilings with Cendrex' Fire-Rated Insulated Upward-Opening Access Panel with Exposed Frame, the PFU model. This access door features a sturdy construction with a 20-gauge galvanized steel door and a 16-gauge cold-rolled steel frame. It is equipped with a hex head slam latch outside and a self-latching ring operated slam latch inside, as well as 2-inch fire-rated mineral wool insulation for increased insulation. Suitable for ceilings only, this model ensures secure access in various commercial and industrial environments.

Contractors, architects, engineers, and industry professionals regularly choose our PFU model for its fire-rated features and durability.

Perfect for server rooms in commercial buildings, equipment storage areas in hospitals, classrooms, school libraries, computer or server rooms, this access door ensures secure access in fire-rated environments.

Key Features

• Insulation: 2-inch fire-rated mineral wool insulation for additional fire protection.
• Upward-Opening Design: Opens upward but does not exceed 89 degrees, falling back into locked position by gravity.
• Fire Spread Limitation: Designed to limit the spread of fire.

Technical Details

• Installation: Suitable for installation on ceilings only.
• Material: Made of 20-gauge satin-coated steel for the door and 16-gauge cold-rolled steel for the frame.
• Locking Mechanism: Features a hex head screwdriver-operated cam latch; exterior side and screwdriver-operated cam latch with key/tool; interior side.
• Hinge: Includes a continuous piano hinge. Hinge location: They are located on the second dimension (height).
• Flange: Designed with a 1-inch exposed frame.
• Frame: 3-inch-deep frame, made of cold-rolled steel.
• Rough Opening: Door dimensions + ¼ inch or + 6mm.
• Insulation: 2-inch fire-rated mineral wool.
• Inside Panel Release: Mechanisms allowing the opening of panels from the inside, standard for all fire-rated doors larger than 12 inches x 12 inches.
• Finish: High-quality white powder coat primer.
• Packaging: Individually packaged, 1 door per box.

Fire-rated access doors, for vertical use, are subject to the following conditions:

• Certifications: ASTM E119 (2020), ASTM E119 (2024), CAN/ULC S101 (2014).
• Rating Achieved: 3 hours in non-combustible construction and 1 hour in combustible construction.
• Maximum Dimension: 24"X36" (610 mm X 914 mm) (hinges and latches on the side of 36"), tolerance on dimension limitations is more or less 3" (76 mm) as long as the area does not exceed 864 in².
• Temperature Rise: Not applicable.

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Cendrex, a leader in the manufacturing of custom and odd-sized doors since 1985, is committed to providing high-quality rated and non-rated access panels with the industry's shortest lead time. Our commitment to excellence and customization makes us the go to choose for professionals seeking reliable and elegant solutions.

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