Check out our panic device guide that explains the differences between rim panic devices and vertical rod panic devices and the types and functions of panic device trim.
Door panic hardware dimensions.
Door minimum width.
Prl s panic devices can be used on doors up to 120 tall using the f style exterior handle and 3 4 thick glass.
Universal hardware s ul listed 2 7 16 in.
Hardware consisting of bars that extend to at least half of the width of the door leaf.
Prl s panic device specifications can be used on all glass and full frame doors up to 48 wide.
For accessibility door hardware such as handles pulls locks and latches should be able to be operated easily with one hand without requiring pinching tightly gripping or twisting the wrist.
Panic hardware must be mounted at a certain height.
To compensate for the height of the panic device on taller doors we ve implemented stronger design methods.
For example this should not be less than 30 inches and not more than 44 inches above the floor.
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Make sure to follow the template when attaching the panic bar to the door.
It is versatile in its application as it can be installed in a multitude of ways and door facings.
Between 34 and 48 inches above the floor or threshold of the building.
On balanced doors where the pivot point is closer to the center of the door a push pad panic device is needed and must not span more than half the door s width.
An applied force of 15 pounds should be enough to release the latch.
Above all equip doors with panic hardware and fire exit hardware.
Rim panic device with standard pull and cylinder is designed specifically for heavy use.
Use only the screws included in the packaging to avoid voiding the warranty of the door.
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Accessible reach ranges from a maximum of 54 137 cm to a lower point 15 38 cm from the floor.