Free Fire Door Gap Tester

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Free fire door gap tester. If in doubt contact the door manufacturer for further advice technical support t. It also doubles as a beer bottle opener and a 3 tape measure. 1 8 for more detailed gap information refer to nfpa 80 section 6 3 1 7 and section. We developed the gap testers to help those who carry out inspections to ensure that any gaps are not so big that smoke and fire could travel through the cracks so checking that the fire door is fit for purpose.

It also doubles as a beer bottle opener and a 3 tape measure. Bwf fire door alliance gap testers. Pre stamped measurements make door inspections easier. Because we wanted a 90 minute rating the doors would actually burn for 90 minutes then undergo a hose stream test.

In general clearance for those allowed gaps are as follows. The gaps between a fire door and its frame need to be 2 to 4mm in width to ensure that both the door can close smoothly and that the fire cannot spread through the gap of the fire door. Nfpa 80 fire doors and other opening protectives. Under the bottom of a door.

Fire door gap tester a maximum gap of 3mm is recommended around all fire doors. My free ventro fire door gap tester simply fill out the form below with your details and how many gap testers you require for your team. The bwf fire door alliance produces gap testers to support fire door checks. Contains information on maximum gap allowances for different types of fire doors.

In the development of our crown fire door products we purchased wood fire doors made specifically with excessive clearances then applied our fire door stop to the doors for testing. Full name first name last name. 3 4 between door and frame. The fire door gap gauge is an easy to use pocket sized tool that fits on almost any keychain that way you have it when you need it.

Our fire door gap gauge is a handy tool designed for easy use thanks to the clearly marked dark blue recommended door gap area. Use this card to assess the gap between the door leaf and the frame to check that your fire doors are fire safe. It is more accurate than a tape measure and helps ensure your fire door assemblies meet the requirements set forth by nfpa 80 2007.