Dimensions
- Dimensions: 126 mm (H) x 280 mm (W) x 385 mm (D)
- Aperture Size: 230 mm x 25 mm
Features
- Fire Resistance for 3 Hours: Tested to BS EN 1363-1:2012 at Warringtonfire, withstanding temperatures exceeding 1100°C.
- Intumescent Seals: Graphite-based seals expand under heat to block fire and smoke effectively.
- Anti-Theft Baffle: Provides enhanced mail security by deterring unauthorized access and fishing attempts.
- Durable Construction: Manufactured from galvanised carbon steel with a resilient polyester powder-coated finish for long-lasting performance.
- Versatile Installation: Suitable for wall-mounted, recessed, and freestanding configurations.
- Modern Compliance: Tested to BS EN 1363-1:2012, the European harmonised standard that supersedes BS 476 Part 22:1987 for stricter safety criteria.
- Customisable Design: Available in various RAL colours to suit diverse project requirements.
Suitable for
- High-risk internal areas, such as apartment lobbies, communal spaces, and fire escape routes
- Integration into fire-rated walls as part of fire safety systems
- Developments requiring compliance with Secured by Design Homes 2024 guidelines
Designed to meet the demands of multi-residential buildings, the Defensor FR180 ensures both safety and security in communal areas.
Specifications
- Fire Resistance Duration: 3 hours
- Tested Standard: BS EN 1363-1:2012
- Aperture Size: 230 mm x 25 mm
- Compliance: BS EN 13724 and Secured by Design Homes 2024 guidelines
- Construction Material: Galvanised carbon steel with a polyester powder-coated finish
- Testing Authority: Warringtonfire
- Certifications: Detailed testing report available upon request
- Warranty: 2 years
The Defensor FR180 was rigorously tested under the heating and pressure conditions of BS EN 1363-1:2012, demonstrating exceptional fire resistance and structural integrity for 181 minutes at temperatures exceeding 1100°C. This harmonised European standard supersedes BS 476 Part 22:1987, offering more stringent performance criteria.
The letterbox also complies with BS EN 13724, ensuring the aperture size and construction meet industry standards for safe and secure mail management.
Delivery
Our current Dispatch and delivery terms can be viewed here
Description
The Defensor FR180 sets a new benchmark for fire-rated mailboxes, combining innovation, durability, and exceptional fire safety. As the first company in the UK—and likely globally—to test a letterbox to withstand up to 3 hours of fire exposure under the heating and pressure conditions of BS EN 1363-1:2012, we are proud to lead the industry in pushing the boundaries of safety and performance.
Designed with a commitment to excellence and innovation, the Defensor FR180 goes beyond the standard 2-hour fire resistance found in similar products, providing an unmatched level of protection for multi-residential buildings. This letterbox reflects our dedication to offering advanced solutions that prioritise safety, security, and compliance with modern standards.
For smaller orders, we may be able to provide expedited delivery within 24 to 48 hours, subject to availability. Please contact us via email or phone to check if this service is available for your order.
We also offer a range of recess-mounted fire-rated letterboxes and free-standing fire-rated letterboxes, which are also listed here for your convenience. Please visit these pages for more information on these configurations.
For detailed specifications, features, and applications, please see the tabs above.
Wall Mounted Fire Rated Letterbox Defensor FR180
SKU: DAFR180DGR
Dimensions
- Dimensions: 126 mm (H) x 280 mm (W) x 385 mm (D)
- Aperture Size: 230 mm x 25 mm
Features
- Fire Resistance for 3 Hours: Tested to BS EN 1363-1:2012 at Warringtonfire, withstanding temperatures exceeding 1100°C.
- Intumescent Seals: Graphite-based seals expand under heat to block fire and smoke effectively.
- Anti-Theft Baffle: Provides enhanced mail security by deterring unauthorized access and fishing attempts.
- Durable Construction: Manufactured from galvanised carbon steel with a resilient polyester powder-coated finish for long-lasting performance.
- Versatile Installation: Suitable for wall-mounted, recessed, and freestanding configurations.
- Modern Compliance: Tested to BS EN 1363-1:2012, the European harmonised standard that supersedes BS 476 Part 22:1987 for stricter safety criteria.
- Customisable Design: Available in various RAL colours to suit diverse project requirements.
Suitable for
- High-risk internal areas, such as apartment lobbies, communal spaces, and fire escape routes
- Integration into fire-rated walls as part of fire safety systems
- Developments requiring compliance with Secured by Design Homes 2024 guidelines
Designed to meet the demands of multi-residential buildings, the Defensor FR180 ensures both safety and security in communal areas.
Specifications
- Fire Resistance Duration: 3 hours
- Tested Standard: BS EN 1363-1:2012
- Aperture Size: 230 mm x 25 mm
- Compliance: BS EN 13724 and Secured by Design Homes 2024 guidelines
- Construction Material: Galvanised carbon steel with a polyester powder-coated finish
- Testing Authority: Warringtonfire
- Certifications: Detailed testing report available upon request
- Warranty: 2 years
The Defensor FR180 was rigorously tested under the heating and pressure conditions of BS EN 1363-1:2012, demonstrating exceptional fire resistance and structural integrity for 181 minutes at temperatures exceeding 1100°C. This harmonised European standard supersedes BS 476 Part 22:1987, offering more stringent performance criteria.
The letterbox also complies with BS EN 13724, ensuring the aperture size and construction meet industry standards for safe and secure mail management.
Delivery
Our current Dispatch and delivery terms can be viewed here
Description
The Defensor FR180 sets a new benchmark for fire-rated mailboxes, combining innovation, durability, and exceptional fire safety. As the first company in the UK—and likely globally—to test a letterbox to withstand up to 3 hours of fire exposure under the heating and pressure conditions of BS EN 1363-1:2012, we are proud to lead the industry in pushing the boundaries of safety and performance.
Designed with a commitment to excellence and innovation, the Defensor FR180 goes beyond the standard 2-hour fire resistance found in similar products, providing an unmatched level of protection for multi-residential buildings. This letterbox reflects our dedication to offering advanced solutions that prioritise safety, security, and compliance with modern standards.
For smaller orders, we may be able to provide expedited delivery within 24 to 48 hours, subject to availability. Please contact us via email or phone to check if this service is available for your order.
We also offer a range of recess-mounted fire-rated letterboxes and free-standing fire-rated letterboxes, which are also listed here for your convenience. Please visit these pages for more information on these configurations.
For detailed specifications, features, and applications, please see the tabs above.
Frequently Asked Product Questions
How long until I receive my order?
We have 3 delivery options available at the checkout, 2-3 day, next day and next day priority to arrive before 12pm. Please note, orders need to be received before 12pm on a working day for us to dispatch the order on the same day. Orders received after 12pm on a Friday, over the weekend, or on a bank holiday, will not be dispatched until the following working day.
Is this item in stock?
Any item shown as “In stock” next to the “Add to basket” button, is available for immediate dispatch from our UK warehouse. Some of our communal letterbox options may require assembly, and we can have these available for dispatch within 2 weeks. Please find further details in the above ‘Description’.
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