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Is the Von Duprin 6223 fire rated for pairs of wood doors?
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The 6223-FSE electric strike is fire rated for pairs of wood doors, but check with wood door manufacturer to see if they have been approved for this application.:
Can wood doors be used with with double egress frames?
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Yes, wood doors can be used and installed in most hollow metal frame applications including FE-Series and DE-Series Double Egress frames. Caution - For fire rated applications the wood door manufa...:
What cores are offered for insulated doors?
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Insulated Core Options: Steelcraft L-Series doors are available with the following 2 optional insulated cores: Polystyrene slab - this core is available in non fire rated and fire rated doors...:
Can the 9949 CVC be used on fire rated wood doors?
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There are several door manufacturers that have achieved a 90 minute UL Fire listing as shown. Von Duprin CVC with Marshfield Wood Door: Von Duprin is pleased to announce that Marshfield ...:
Is the Von Duprin Guard-X exit device fire rated?
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The Von Duprin Guard-X exit device is not fire rated because the deadbolt is not spring loaded. Therefore, there would be no positive latching as required on a fire rated opening. :
Which strike do you use with an XP98/99 device?
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The 1609 strike cannot be used with Von Duprin XP98/99 exit device.:
Are astragals required on fire doors?
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Astragals are required on: 3 hour fire rated pairs: Double doors - swinging in the same direction Double Egress - swinging in opposite directions Fire rated Dutch Doors Fire rated 1 3/4" t...:
What is the max rating available on an full glass (FG) door?
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A UL 20 minute fire rating is the maximum fire rating for a Full Glass (FG) door design. A14-Series door construction: Max fire rating is 20 minute. UL label only FG must use Over-Lapping Stee...:
What is the largest diameter hole that Steelcraft can provide for viewer preps?
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Non fire rated doors can be furnished with a maximum 3" diameter hole for viewer preparations.Fire rated doors have a 3/4" maximum holes size unless otherwise listed by UL or ITS/WHI. Viewers must ...:
Can 5100 electric strikebe used on fire rated door?
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The Von Duprin 5100 electric strike is not for fire rated applications.:
Is the 3130 Series closer Fire Rated?
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The 3130 Series closer is UL listed- Fire Rated (UL-10C) for up to 3 Hr. The Door and Frame Manufacturer needs to be contacted to verify their Door/Frame rating would not be ...:
Is the Von Duprin 1609 strike fire rated for pairs of doors?
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The Von Duprin 1609 cannot be used on a pair of fire rated doors. We recommend using the Von Duprin fire rated mortise exit device in lieu of the rim device such as the Von Duprin 5575-F,...:
Can a 3 hour A labeled Fire Door be prepped for multiple glass lights?
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A fire rated door for 3 hours can have one glass light maximum: 100 square inches and must have an approved glass (Firelite type) Max glass size cannot exceed 12" in width or 33" in height. Wi...:
What is GrainTech?
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GrainTech® is a Steelcraft door option which provides a wood grained pattern which is embossed into both face sheets of the door. GrainTech doors are factory stained and top coated with a cle...:
What strike do I use with a Von Duprin rim device on a pair of doors with flush bolts?
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NON Fire Rated doors would use the 1609 strike applied to the inactive leaf with flushbolts. This may NOT be used on Fire Rated openings.:
What is the maximum glass light size on a 3 hour (180 minute) fire rated door?
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Maximum glass light sizes for 3 hour fire doors is as follows: Wire glass - not approved for use in 3 hour fire doors. Ceramic glass: UL & ITS/WH allow one (1) light with 100 square inc...:
What is a U-Factor?
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The U-Factor, R-Value and K-Thermal Rating are measurements of thermal transmission through building products. U-Factor: Overall co-efficient of heat transmission passage through a built-up panel...:
Are the Falcon SC Series door closers fire rated?
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Yes, the Falcon SC Series closers have a UL listing.:
Do any products offered by Steelcraft contain asbestos?
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Steelcraft doors and/or frames do not contain any asbestos. Steelcraft did use asbestos in the following products: Steelcraft S16-Series stile and rail door with flush panel and UL fire door l...:
What is the maximum door size for ITS/WHI fire rated doors?
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ITS/WHI is "Warnoch Hersey". ITS/WHI is the formal designation for Intertek Testing Services / Warnock Hersey. ITS/WHI is an independent agency with testing, listing, in-plant inspection, and label...:
Can Steelcraft doors be prepped for the 98/9949 Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device?
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Yes, as an option, Steelcraft doors are available with factory prepared for the 98/9949 Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device.L, B, CE, T and CE-Series doors are available factory preparedDoor prepa...:
Are Steelcraft doors and/or frames fire rated?
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Yes, Steelcraft doors and/or frames are available and can carry a UL, WH or FM label. The type of fire label (UL, WH or FM) is dictated by the specifications and local building code. Doors ...:
Can doors be prepared for raceways in the factory?
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Raceway availability: Optional factory installed raceways are available in doors but are not available in frames. Preparation Info: Steelcraft installs a flexible 3/4" ID steel...:
What are the different door cores available?
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The five most common cores are honeycomb, polystyrene, polyurethane, steel stiffened, and temperature rise. Honeycomb core doors are used for interior and exterior openings where high thermal...:
Are FM fire rated door and frame products available?
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FM Global is an independent underwriting agency with listing, in-plant inspection, and labeling capabilities.FM fire rated doors and frames are available, however there are a minimal amount of...:
What is the maximum door size for UL fire rated doors?
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Maximum UL Fire Rated door sizes are as follows:A-Series:4' 0" X 8' 0" single door8' 0" X 8' 0” double door or pairsB-Series4' 0" X 10' 0" single door8' 0" X 10' 0” double door or pairsCE-Series:3'...:
What is the most common practice for running electric power from a frame to the door and hardware?
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Electrical hinges or a power transfer units are the most commonly used practices to run electric power to locks and/or strikes. Electric Hinges: Most electric hinges will fit into...:
What is the maximum glass light size on a 90 min (1 1/2 hour) fire rated door?
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Standard listed wire glass: one (1) light with 100 in2 per door leaf max.Firelite or other appropriately listed glass:• FM maintains one (1) light with 100 in2 per door leaf max.• UL &...:
Can the electric strike be used with a vertical rod device on a fire-rated door?
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Not for use in fire rated openings.:
Are intumescent seals or gaskets required on fire rated steel doors?
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Intumescent seals or gaskets are not required on fire rated steel doors. Generally speaking, the requirement for intumescent seals or gaskets are a function of the individual manufacturers’ listi...:
Fire Rating for AD and CO locks
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The AD and CO locks both have a 3 hour fire door rating. Please see URL for more info. UL Fire Rating List:
Is GrainTech available fire rated?
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GrainTech® is available with very broad fire ratings.The option of GrainTech® does not affect the fire rating of the door.Fire ratings depend on the door series, hardware and applications.For all f...: