24" x 48" - Fire Rated Insulated Access Door with Flange - Stainless Steel

24" x 48" Fire Rated Insulated Access Door with Flange – Stainless Steel 

Ever run into a project bottleneck when it comes to fire safety compliance with complementary aesthetic access? Juggling access panel installation while maintaining a clean, fire-rated wall can be a headache. But what if there was a solution that offered both seamless integration and top-notch fire protection? Look no further than the BA-PFI-SS 24" x 48" Fire Rated Insulated Access Door with Flange – Stainless Steel by Best Access Doors! 

This innovative access panel is designed with the busy professional in mind. Crafted from high-quality materials, the BA-PFI-SS boasts an impressive fire rating, ensuring your project meets all building codes and keeps occupants safe. But that's not all! The BA-PFI-SS also features an exposed flange that simplifies installation into your fire-rated walls and ceilings.

Include BA-PFI-SS In:

• Concealing Electrical Panels and Controls: Maintain easy access for maintenance and troubleshooting while upholding fire safety protocols.
• Housing Data and Communication Lines: Provide a secure and fire-rated enclosure for critical data and communication cables, allowing for easy access for upgrades or maintenance.
• Creating Access Points for Building Automation Systems: Offer easy access to sensors, thermostats, and other building automation components located within fire-rated walls for maintenance or adjustments.
• Creating Secure Access Points in Hospitals, Schools, and Government Buildings: Ideal for architects, contractors, and construction professionals seeking quality solutions

Here's what makes the BA-PFI-SS a game-changer:

Enhanced Fire Safety: The BA-PFI-SS goes beyond basic compliance. Its impressive fire rating ensures your project meets stringent building codes, offering superior mineral wool insulated fire protection for building occupants and minimizing property damage.

Effortless Installation: The exposed flange design allows for quick and easy integration into your fire-rated assemblies. 

Clean Finish: Say goodbye to unsightly gaps and uneven surfaces. The BA-PFI-SS ensures a seamless look for a professional aesthetic – with a germ-free stainless-steel construction.

Durable Construction: Built to last, the BA-PFI-SS can handle the wear and tear of even the most demanding projects.

Peace of Mind: With the BA-PFI-SSinstalled, you can gain peace of mind knowing you've prioritized both fire safety and functionality. This model ensures compliance with a spring-loaded door closer that protects your project from potential fire damage and allows for efficient maintenance practices.

Reduced Maintenance Costs: By facilitating easy access to essential building components, the BA-PFI-SS can help reduce long-term maintenance costs. Early detection of potential issues and streamlined repairs can prevent more extensive and expensive problems down the road. 

Streamlined Installation: The exposed flange design eliminates the need for complicated framing or mudding techniques, saving you valuable time and labor costs during installation. This translates to faster project completion times and improved efficiency on the job site.

Specifications: 

• Dimensions: 24" x 48" 
• Material: 20-gauge stainless steel door and 16-guage stainless steel frame
• Hinge: Continuous piano hinge
• Locking Mechanism: Self-latching tool-key operated slam and ring-operated slam latch; both included
  Please consult spec sheet for lock, latch, and handle options 
• Flange: 1" exposed flanges of cold rolled steel
• Frame: 2-½" in depth made of cold rolled steel
• Insulation: 2” thick fire-rated mineral wool 
• Inside Panel Release: Available on all models over 12” x 12” 
• Rough Opening: Door sizes + ¼" + 6 mm
• Finish: Type 304 stainless steel
• Packaging: Individually wrapped, 1 door per box

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

• Vertical wall assemblies

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

• Certification

UL 10B (2009), NFPA 252 (2012), CAN/ULC S104 (R1985), CAN/ULC S104 (2010).

• Rating Achieved

3 hours, neutral/negative pressure

• Maximum size

48" x 48" (1219mm x 1219mm), maximum area of 2304 in², tolerance on height and width limitation is more or less 3" (76mm) as long as the area does not exceed 2304 in².

•  Temperature rise

250°F (121°C) after 30 minutes and 450°F (232°C) after 60 minutes.

Fire rated access doors, for horizontal use, are subject to the following:

• Horizontal ceiling assemblies

Fire rated access doors, for horizontal use, are subject to the following:

• Certification

ASTM E119 (2012), CAN/ULC S101 (2007)

• Rating Achieved

3 hours in non-combustible construction and 1 hour in combustible construction

• Maximum size

24"X36" (610 mm X 914 mm) (hinges and latches on the side of 36"), tolerance on dimension limitations are more or less 3" (76 mm) as long as the area does not exceed 864 in².

• Temperature rise

Within allowable per ASTM E119 and CAN/ULC S101

Streamline your workflow and achieve a flawless finish with the BA-PFI-SS Fire-Rated 24" x 48" Fire Rated Insulated Access Door with Flange – Stainless Steel by Best Access Doors.

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