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8" x 8" BA-FRI-DF Fire Rated Access Panel Insulated With Mud in Flange
Are you tired of choosing between fire code compliance and a flawless design? Many architects and contractors face this problem when installing access doors and panels in fire-rated walls and ceilings.
Some models have visible frames or flanges that create bumps and ridges that require extra work and materials to blend into surrounding surfaces.
That's where the 8" x 8" BA-FRI-DF Fire-Rated Access Panel comes in. Its mud in flange or drywall bead flange sits flush with the drywall and disappears completely once the joint compound is applied, creating a smooth finish.
With up to 3 hours of fire rating and 2-inch mineral wool insulation, this access door delivers reliable performance without compromising your project's design.
Do you need a custom size for your specific application? Our team can create custom access solutions that match your project requirements.
Why Should You Choose the 8" x 8" BA-FRI-DF?
- Invisible Installation: After mudding, the drywall bead flange becomes completely hidden, creating a flush finish that makes walls or ceilings look smooth. This reduces finishing time and eliminates the need for additional trim work, cutting labor costs.
- Code Compliance: When properly installed in fire-rated walls and ceilings, this panel meets UL 10B, NFPA 252, and CAN/ULC standards with up to a 3-hour rating. Thanks to its 2-inch mineral wool insulation, it also limits heat transfer.
- Dual Security Options: The BA-FRI-DF Fire-Rated Access Panel features ring-operated and tool-key operated slam latches, giving you flexibility for different security requirements. The self-latching mechanism closes securely every time, and larger models can be opened from the inside in emergencies.
- Versatile Application: It's ideal for covering electrical junction boxes, plumbing access points, or HVAC controls in rated corridors, mechanical rooms, and commercial spaces. The panel works seamlessly on walls and ceilings with specific certifications for each application.
- Durable Construction: The panel has a 20-gauge galvanneal steel door and 16-gauge cold-rolled steel frame ready for heavy use, plus a continuous piano hinge for smooth operation. The high-quality white powder coat primer provides a good base for painting and excellent corrosion resistance.
Product Specifications
- Dimensions: 8" x 8"
- Rough Opening: Door size + ¼"
- Door Material: 20-gauge galvanneal steel
- Frame Material: 16-gauge cold-rolled steel, 2½" depth
- Flange Design: 22-gauge galvanized steel, 1⅛" drywall bead flange
- Insulation: 2" thick fire-rated mineral wool
- Hinge System: Continuous piano hinge
- Latch Type: Self-latching tool-key operated slam and ring-operated slam latch; both included
- Finish: High-quality white powder coat primer
Note: Masonry anchors included - Certifications: UL 10B, NFPA 252, CAN/ULC S104, ASTM E119, CAN/ULC S101
Whether you're working on healthcare facilities, educational institutions, or high-end residential projects, the 8" x 8" BA-FRI-DF Fire-Rated Access Panel ensures that code compliance never compromises design integrity.
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