18" x 18" Fire-Rated Non-Insulated Access Panel - Best

18" x 18" BA-FRN Fire-Rated Non-Insulated Access Panel – Best 

Ensuring fire safety while maintaining easy access to utilities within fire-rated walls is challenging. Installing the wrong access door leads to potential hazards and compliance issues. The 18" x 18" BA-FRN Fire-Rated Non-Insulated Access Panel - Best provides a solution that meets fire safety standards. 

The BA-FRN ensures peace of mind and enhances safety for building occupants. It features a self-latching tool-key operated latch for secure access. Certified to various fire safety standards, the BA-FRN provides a fire rating of up to 1-1/2 hours for vertical wall assemblies. It is perfect for commercial and industrial settings where fire safety is a priority. 

Why Should You Use the BA-FRN? 

• Enhanced Fire Safety: The BA-FRN Fire-Rated Non-Insulated Access Panel is designed to meet stringent fire safety standards, providing a fire rating of up to 1-1/2 hours for vertical wall assemblies.
• Compliance and Certification: The BA-FRN is certified to multiple fire safety standards, including UBC 7-2 (1997), UL 10B (1997 and 2009), NFPA 252 (2003, 2008, and 2012), and CAN/ULC S104 (R1985 and 2010). 
• Self-Latching: The BA-FRN features a spring mechanism to ensure hands-free and hassle-free operation per NFPA 80 standards. 
• Durable Design: Best Access Doors has constructed BA-FRN of durable 16-gauge cold rolled steel, forming a robust and rust-resistant unit with minimal maintenance requirements. 
• LEED Credits: This access door will help your project obtain LEED certification, tax credits, and other benefits. 

Product Specifications 

• Dimensions: 18" x 18" 
• Material: 16-gauge cold rolled frame and door
• Hinge: Continuous piano hinge
• Locking Mechanism: Self-latching tool-key operated slam and ring-operated slam latch; both included
• Flange: 1" exposed flanges of cold rolled steel
• Frame: 2-½" in depth made of cold rolled steel
• Rough Opening: Door sizes + ¼" + 6 mm
• Finish: High-quality white powder coat primer 
• Fire Rating: Achieves a fire rating of 1-1/2 hours under neutral/negative pressure 

Secure a building with the 18" x 18" BA-FRN Fire-Rated Non-Insulated Access Panel - Best. This access panel helps delay the spread of fire and smoke for 1-1/2 hours, providing valuable time for occupants to evacuate.

Take the next step towards enhancing a building's safety and efficiency. Contact Access Doors and Panels today to discover more about the BA-FRN or other fire-rated access doors. Our team can help you choose the best doors and panels for your needs. Call us at (800) 609-2917 or visit our website to request a quote. 

Product Spec Sheet:
Door size:	18" x 18"
Material:	Steel
Cross Reference:	Comparison Tool