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Don-Jo Don-Jo MELP 210 Latch Protector for Electric Strikes, 2 5/8" x 10" Steel Material DON-MELP-210

Don-Jo MELP-210 Latch Protector for Electric Strikes — 2-5/8" x 10" 12-Gauge Steel, Out Swing

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Don-Jo MELP-210 Latch Protector for Electric Strikes — 2-5/8" x 10" 12-Gauge Steel

The Don-Jo MELP-210 is a heavy-duty commercial latch protector engineered specifically for use with electric strikes and mortise locks on out-swing doors. Constructed from 12-gauge steel (.104 thickness) and measuring 2-5/8" wide by 10" long, this latch protector delivers robust protection against forced entry and tampering at the latch point. Included EBF fasteners ensure a secure, professional installation, and the unit is available in DU and SL finishes to complement a variety of door hardware configurations.

Key Features

  • Precise Dimensions: Measures 2-5/8" wide by 10" long, providing comprehensive latch-area coverage on commercial out-swing doors.
  • Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction: Fabricated from 12-gauge (.104) steel for exceptional strength and resistance to forced entry or tampering.
  • Electric Strike & Mortise Lock Compatibility: Specifically designed to work with electric strikes and mortise locks, making it ideal for access-controlled entry points.
  • Out-Swing Door Application: Engineered for out-swing door configurations, ensuring proper fit and maximum latch protection where it is needed most.
  • EBF Fasteners Included: Comes complete with EBF fasteners for a secure, professional-grade installation without the need for additional hardware.
  • Available Finishes: Offered in DU and SL finishes to coordinate with existing door hardware and architectural aesthetics.
  • Commercial-Grade Shelf Pack: Packaged in shelf packs of 10, making this an efficient choice for contractors and distributors managing multi-door projects.

Certifications & Compliance

  • Commercial-Grade Product — Rated for Commercial Applications

Technical Specifications

  • Subcategory: Latches & Catches
  • Product Group: Door Trim and Accessories
  • Product Subgroup: Door Trim and Latch Protection
  • Product Type: Latch Protectors
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Electronic: Yes
  • Product Category: Door Trim and Accessories
  • Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings with Electric Strike Access Control
  • Educational Facilities and School Entryways
  • Healthcare Institutions and Secure Patient Areas
  • Retail Establishments with Controlled Entry Points
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties with Electrified Entry Systems

Why Don-Jo MELP-210?

Don-Jo latch protection products are built to commercial standards, with the MELP-210 featuring 12-gauge (.104) steel construction that delivers lasting durability in high-demand environments. Designed specifically for compatibility with electric strikes and mortise locks on out-swing doors, this latch protector provides a purpose-built solution that professional installers and security integrators can rely on for consistent, long-term performance.

Manufacturer Resources

DON-JO Latch Protectors

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Latches & Catches
Product Group:
Door Trim and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Door Trim and Latch Protection
Product Type:
Latch Protectors
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Electronic:
Yes
Door Swing:
Out Swing
Product Model:
MELP 210
Product Category:
Door Trim and Accessories
Product Substrate:
Steel
Department:
Door Hardware

Don-Jo MELP-210-SL – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Don-Jo MELP-210 latch protector work on an in-swing door?
No. The MELP-210 is an out-swing latch protector, so it mounts on the exterior face of a door that swings away from you and covers the gap at the latch where a pry bar goes in. On an in-swing opening the latch and strike are on the protected side already, and this plate is the wrong part for it. If your door pulls toward you from the secure side, you want an in-swing style guard instead.
2) Can I use a latch guard over an electric strike, or will it interfere with the access control?
The MELP-210 is built for exactly that. It is made to go over openings running an electric strike or a mortise lock, so the plate covers the latch gap without fouling the strike hardware. That is the difference between it and a plain latch guard: it is dimensioned for the deeper prep an electric strike takes. Common use is a card-reader or buzz-in entry on an out-swing commercial door.
3) Do I need to buy separate fasteners for a Don-Jo MELP-210, and can they be removed from outside?
EBF fasteners come in the box, so no separate hardware order. EBF stands for exterior barrel fastener, a one-way style screw that goes in from the exposed face and cannot be backed out with a standard driver, which is the point on a door face anyone can reach. You install the plate and you are done.
4) What is the alternative to the Don-Jo MELP-210 latch protector when the door has a panic device instead of a mortise lock and electric strike?
The MELP-210 is built for out-swing doors running an electric strike or mortise lock, and its 2-5/8" x 10" 12-gauge steel plate covers the latch area at that point. Where the opening has an exit device instead, the Trimco PG8000 Series is a panic and latch guard line, so it covers guards intended for panic hardware as well as latch protection. Match the guard to what is actually in the door: electric strike or mortise latch points to the MELP-210, a panic device points to the PG8000 Series.
5) How much of the door does a 2-5/8 x 10 inch latch protector actually cover?
The MELP-210 measures 2-5/8 x 10 inches, which gives you a 10 inch run of coverage centered on the latch area and enough width to bridge the door edge gap. Before ordering, check that your door has 10 inches of clear flat face at the latch height with no closer arm, vision light frame, or exit device end cap in the way.
6) Is 12-gauge steel enough for a high-abuse entry, and what does .104 mean?
12-gauge steel at .104 inch thickness is the heavy end of what gets used for latch protection, and it is the reason this plate resists a pry attack rather than just deforming around it. For a school entry, a municipal building, or a warehouse man door taking repeated attempts, that is the material you want at the latch. The MELP-210 is steel throughout and rated commercial.
7) What is the difference between a latch guard for a mortise lock and one for a cylindrical lock?
It comes down to how much of the latch area needs covering and how the plate clears the strike. The MELP-210 is dimensioned for electric strike and mortise lock openings, where the strike prep is deeper and taller than a cylindrical latch prep. Putting a short cylindrical-lock guard on an electric strike opening leaves the top and bottom of the strike exposed, which is where the pry goes. Match the guard to the lock you actually have.
8) Is a panic guard the same thing as a latch protector for an electric strike opening?
They are not interchangeable. The Don-Jo MELP-210 is a steel latch protector sized 2-5/8" x 10" in 12-gauge (.104) steel, designed around electric strikes and mortise locks on out-swing doors, and it ships with EBF fasteners. A panic guard, such as those in the Trimco PG8000 Series of panic and latch guards, is aimed at openings with exit devices. Both shield the strike side of an out-swing door from pry attack, but the hardware they are shaped around differs, so confirm the lock type before ordering either.
9) What finishes does the Don-Jo MELP-210 come in, and which one matches painted or aluminum storefront doors?
Two finishes: DU, a duranodic brown coating, and SL, a silver coating. DU is the one that blends with dark bronze anodized aluminum storefront and dark painted hollow metal. SL suits clear anodized aluminum, aluminum-painted frames, and galvanized doors. Those are the only two, so if you are standardizing across a building, pick the one that reads closest to your existing door hardware and stay with it.
10) I have to protect 12 out-swing doors on a building. Is the MELP-210 sold individually or by the box?
Shelf packs of 10. For a 12-door job that is two packs with 8 spare, which is normal practice for a multi-door retrofit since you want a couple in the truck for the next call. Property managers and contractors standardizing a whole building on one guard should plan around the 10-count pack rather than an exact door count.
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Does the Don-Jo MELP-210-SL come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Don-Jo MELP-210-SL is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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