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ABH 1811 Vertical Rod Protectors with Latch Bolt Cover - 24" Fire Rated ADA Compliance Kit

ABH 1811 Vertical Rod Protectors with Latch Bolt Cover - 24" Fire Rated ADA Compliance Kit

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ABH Vertical Rod Protectors with Latch Bolt Cover - 24" Fire Rated ADA Compliance Kit

Professional ADA Compliance Solution for Exit Device Protection

ABH Vertical Rod Protectors provide essential ADA compliance assistance for exit devices in commercial applications. This fire-rated protection kit includes one 24" vertical rod cover and one right-hand latch bolt cover, designed for universal installation on metal, plastic, or wood doors regardless of thickness. Ideal for hospitals, schools, and other facilities requiring handicap accessibility conformance.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Universal Door Compatibility: Installs on any type of metal, plastic, or wood door regardless of thickness for versatile application options.
  • Fire-Rated Construction: Fire rated components ensure code compliance and safety in commercial fire door applications.
  • ADA Compliance Support: Assists in handicap conformance requirements for accessible exit device operation.
  • Complete Protection Kit: Includes 24" vertical rod cover and right-hand latch bolt cover for comprehensive exit device protection.
  • Healthcare and Educational Applications: Specifically designed for use in hospitals, schools, and similar institutional facilities.
  • Professional Installation Accessories: Engineered as installation accessories to enhance existing exit device functionality and compliance.

Technical Specifications

  • BAA Qualified: No
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Keyed: N/A
  • Keyed Function: N/A
  • PDF:1812-1813 Vertical Rod Protector & Latch Bolt Cover Template: https://zensupply.com/content/pdf/abh/0000368_1812_1813_00.pdf
  • PDF:Surface Bolts, Slide Bolts, and Door Stops Cross Reference Chart: https://zensupply.com/content/pdf/abh/0000414_cross_reference.pdf
  • PDF:Vertical Rod Protector & Latch Bolt Cut Sheet: https://zensupply.com/content/pdf/abh/0000363_vertical_rod_protector.pdf
  • Parts and Accessories Type: Installation Accessories
  • Product Attribute: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Category: Door Trim and Accessories
  • Product Group: Door Trim and Accessories
  • Product Model: 1811
  • Product Subgroup: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Type: Vertical Rod Protectors
  • Subcategory: Vertical Rods

Professional Applications

  • Healthcare Institution Exit Devices
  • Educational Facility Safety Systems
  • Commercial Building ADA Compliance
  • Institutional Fire Door Applications
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Emergency Exit Accessibility Enhancement

Why Choose ABH Quality?

ABH Vertical Rod Protectors deliver professional-grade ADA compliance solutions with fire-rated construction for demanding commercial applications. Engineered specifically for healthcare and educational facilities where accessible exit device operation and code compliance are essential. Universal door compatibility ensures reliable installation across diverse door types and thicknesses.

Product Specs

Product Group:
Door Trim and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Parts and Accessories
Product Type:
Vertical Rod Protectors
Subcategory:
Vertical Rods
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Keyed:
N/A
Keyed Function:
N/A
BAA Qualified:
No
Parts and Accessories Type:
Installation Accessories
Product Attribute:
Parts and Accessories
Product Model:
1811
Product Category:
Door Trim and Accessories
Department:
Door Hardware

ABH ABH-1812-US32D – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What does the ABH 1811 vertical rod protector kit actually include?
The ABH 1811 kit is two pieces: one vertical rod cover and one latch bolt cover, sold together as a set. The rod cover shields the exposed surface vertical rod on an exit device and the latch bolt cover goes over the bolt itself. It is an installation accessory for an existing exit device, not an exit device or a rod assembly you can operate on its own.
2) Do I have to order the ABH 1811 rod protector left hand or right hand?
Handing is a required choice on the 1811, because the latch bolt cover is handed. Both Left Hand and Right Hand are offered. Stand outside the door on the side it swings away from and note which edge the hinges are on before you order, and order the protector to match the door the exit device is mounted on.
3) What lengths does the ABH 1811 vertical rod cover come in, and which one do I need?
Three cover lengths are made: 24 inch, 36 inch and 48 inch. Pick by how much exposed rod you want covered rather than by door height. If the goal is keeping wheelchair footrests, carts and gurneys off the bottom rod, the 24 inch covers the lower run; the 36 and 48 inch lengths take the cover further up the door where the rod is exposed for its full height.
4) Will an ABH 1811 rod protector fit a hollow metal door, and does door thickness matter?
Door thickness is not a constraint here. The 1811 rod and latch bolt covers install on metal, plastic or wood doors regardless of thickness, because they mount to the door face over the rod rather than through the door. Hollow metal, wood and plastic laminate doors all take the same kit.
5) Can I put a vertical rod protector on a fire rated exit door?
Yes. The ABH 1811 rod and latch bolt covers are fire rated components, so they can go on a fire rated opening without taking the door out of compliance. That matters on institutional corridor and stair doors, which are the openings where exposed rods take the most abuse in the first place.
6) Why would a hospital or school put covers over exit device vertical rods?
Two reasons drive it. Exposed surface vertical rods and latch bolts get hit constantly by gurneys, wheelchairs, book carts and housekeeping carts, and a bent rod stops the device from latching at the head. The covers also assist in handicap conformance by keeping the rod and bolt from catching on mobility equipment and clothing as people pass through. ABH lists hospitals and schools as the intended application for the 1811.
7) Is the ABH 1811 vertical rod protector Buy American Act qualified?
No. ABH does not carry a BAA qualification on the 1811 rod protector kit. If you are writing a federal or federally funded job with a domestic sourcing clause, factor that in before you spec it.
8) Will a vertical rod protector work on a concealed vertical rod exit device?
No. Concealed vertical rod devices run their rods inside the door, so there is nothing exposed to cover and the 1811 has no purpose on that opening. These covers are for surface vertical rod devices, where the rod runs up the face of the door and is exposed to cart and chair traffic. If your rods are hidden inside the stile, you do not need this kit.
9) I have a pair of doors with rod exit devices on both leaves. How many ABH 1811 kits do I order?
One kit covers one leaf. Each 1811 set is a single rod cover plus a single handed latch bolt cover, so a pair of doors takes two kits, and the two leaves of a pair are opposite hands. Order one left hand and one right hand, matched to how each leaf swings.
10) Is the ABH 1811 rod protector meant for commercial doors or will it work at home?
This is commercial-grade hardware, meant for surface vertical rod exit devices in institutional and commercial buildings: healthcare, schools, government buildings and multi-tenant properties. A residential door almost never has a surface vertical rod exit device on it, so there is usually nothing for the cover to protect.
11) Does the ABH 1811 rod protector need keying or a cylinder?
No keying is involved. The 1811 is a non-keyed protective cover set with no cylinder, no function code and no locking action of its own. All security still comes from the exit device underneath it.
12) Is there a drilling template or cut sheet for installing ABH vertical rod protectors?
ABH publishes both. There is a mounting template for the vertical rod protector and latch bolt cover, and a separate cut sheet for the rod protector and latch bolt. Have the template in hand before you lay out the door face, since the cover has to sit centered on the rod for the exit device to keep working freely.
How fast can I get the ABH ABH-1812-US32D delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the ABH ABH-1812-US32D come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The ABH ABH-1812-US32D is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the ABH ABH-1812-US32D?
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