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Don-Jo PMLP-211 Pin Latch Protector for Outswing Doors, 3" x 11" 12-Gauge Steel with EBF Fasteners

Don-Jo PMLP-211 Pin Latch Protector for Outswing Doors, 3" x 11" 12-Gauge Steel with EBF Fasteners

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Don-Jo PMLP-211 Pin Latch Protector for Outswing Doors, 3" x 11" 12-Gauge Steel with EBF Fasteners

The Don-Jo PMLP-211 is a heavy-duty pin latch protector engineered specifically for outswing doors, providing reliable defense against forced entry and latch manipulation. Constructed from 12-gauge (.104) steel and measuring 3" wide by 11" long, this latch protector is designed to work with key-in-knob locks, lever locks, and most types of locks equipped with an Anti Spread Pin. Included EBF fasteners ensure a secure, tamper-resistant installation, making this an ideal commercial-grade solution for door trim and latch protection applications.

Key Features

  • Precise Dimensions: Measures 3" wide by 11" long, providing broad coverage across the door latch area for maximum protection on outswing doors.
  • Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction: Fabricated from 12-gauge (.104) steel for exceptional strength and resistance to forced-entry attempts in demanding commercial environments.
  • EBF Fasteners Included: Comes equipped with EBF (Existing Bolt Fasteners) for a secure, tamper-resistant installation that reinforces the door assembly.
  • Anti Spread Pin Compatibility: Designed to work with key-in-knob locks, lever locks, and most lock types featuring an Anti Spread Pin for broad hardware compatibility.
  • Outswing Door Application: Specifically engineered for outswing door configurations, ensuring proper fit and function where latch exposure is greatest.
  • Multiple Finish Options: Available in BP, CP, DU, and SL finishes to coordinate with existing door hardware and architectural aesthetics.
  • Convenient Shelf Pack Quantity: Sold in shelf packs of 10, making this an efficient choice for contractors and facilities managers handling multiple door installations.

Certifications & Compliance

  • Commercial-Grade Product
  • Designed for Door Trim and Latch Protection Applications

Technical Specifications

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

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Don-Jo PMLP-211?

Don-Jo PMLP-211 pin latch protectors deliver professional-grade security with 12-gauge (.104) steel construction purpose-built for outswing door applications where latch vulnerability is a primary concern. Engineered for demanding commercial environments, the PMLP-211 combines broad lock compatibility — including key-in-knob, lever, and Anti Spread Pin-equipped hardware — with EBF fasteners and a range of finish options, making it a dependable and versatile choice for door security professionals.

Manufacturer Resources

DON-JO Latch Protectors

Product Specs

Product Group:
Door Trim and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Door Trim and Latch Protection
Product Type:
Latch Protectors
Subcategory:
Latches & Catches
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Door Swing:
Out Swing
Product Model:
PMLP 211 EBF
Product Category:
Door Trim and Accessories
Product Substrate:
Steel
Department:
Door Hardware

Don-Jo PMLP-211-EBF-SL – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Don-Jo PMLP-211 latch protector work on an inswing door?
No. The PMLP-211 is built for out swing doors only, where the latch and strike gap are exposed on the pull side. On an inswing opening the latch face is inside the room and this plate has nothing to cover, so you want an inswing (LP style) latch guard instead. Getting the swing right is the first thing to settle before ordering.
2) Does the Don-Jo PMLP-211 pin latch protector work with a lever handle lock, or only knobs?
Both. The PMLP-211 is made to work with key-in-knob locks, lever locks, and most lock types that carry an Anti Spread Pin. The pin is the operative part: it engages the frame so the door and frame cannot be spread apart to pop the latch. If the lock on your door has no anti-spread pin provision, a plain latch guard without the pin is the simpler match.
3) What size is the Don-Jo PMLP-211 latch guard and how thick is the steel?
It measures 3 x 11 inches and is fabricated from 12-gauge (.104) steel. That gauge is the reason it holds up to pry attacks rather than folding, and the 11 inch length gives coverage above and below the latch, not just at it. Check that your door has 11 inches of clear flat face around the latch, free of a vision light frame or a closer arm bracket, before you commit.
4) What is the cross-brand equivalent to the Don-Jo PMLP-211 latch protector?
Trimco's PG8000 Series panic and latch guards cover the same job of shielding an exposed latch on an outswing opening, so a spec calling for a Don-Jo PMLP-211 can be read against that Trimco series. The PMLP-211 itself is a steel latch protector built for out-swing doors and comes in chrome plated, duronodic brown coated, and silver coated finishes; the Trimco line is a series of guards rather than a single part, so the match is made at the guard level and then confirmed against the lock and door prep at the opening.
5) Can a panic guard be used in place of a pin latch protector on a knob or lever lock?
They are not the same part even though they hang in the same place on the door. The Trimco PG8000 Series is a combined panic and latch guard line, which means part of that series is cut and drilled around exit device hardware. The Don-Jo PMLP-211 is a latch protector for key-in-knob locks, lever locks, and locks carrying an Anti Spread Pin, with a solid 3 inch by 11 inch face in 12-gauge steel. On a knob or lever opening the PMLP-211 is the direct fit; a guard shaped for a panic device would need its cutouts checked against hardware that is not there.
6) What are EBF fasteners and do they come with the PMLP-211?
EBF fasteners are included with the PMLP-211. They are tamper-resistant fasteners that let the guard be mounted through the door so it cannot simply be unscrewed from the outside. That matters on an exterior out swing opening, where the mounting screws are on the attack side. You do not have to source separate security screws to complete the install.
7) What else could I use instead of a Don-Jo pin latch protector on an out swing door?
Trimco's PG8000 Series panic and latch guards cover the same job from another manufacturer. The PG8000 line spans panic guards as well as latch guards, so it is the direction to look if the door has an exit device rather than a knob or lever lock. The PMLP-211 is specifically the pin type for key-in-knob and lever locks.
8) Does a latch guard protect against someone spreading the door and frame apart?
That is exactly what the pin version handles. A plain guard only shields the latch from a shim or pry bar; the PMLP-211 works with locks having an Anti Spread Pin, and that pin bridges into the frame so the gap cannot be forced open wide enough to release the latch. On a wood or hollow metal frame that flexes, that is the failure mode a flat plate alone will not stop.
9) What should I order if the door swings inward instead of outward?
The Don-Jo PMLP-211 is engineered for out-swing openings, where the latch and strike gap sit on the exterior face and are exposed to spreading and manipulation. An inswing door does not present that exposure on the outside face, so the reinforcement it needs is at the strike and frame rather than a latch protector plate. Confirm the swing at the opening before ordering the PMLP-211, since fitting it to the wrong swing puts the plate where the vulnerability is not.
10) What finishes does the Don-Jo PMLP-211 come in?
Three: CP chrome plated, DU duronodic brown coated, and SL silver coated. For a fleet of openings, SL blends with aluminum storefront and satin hardware, DU matches dark bronze doors and frames, and CP suits bright chrome trim. Since the guard sits on the pull side in full view, matching it to the existing lock trim is usually the deciding factor.
11) Is the PMLP-211 latch protector heavy enough for a commercial exterior door?
Yes, it is a commercial product, and the 12-gauge steel body is what carries that. It is used on office buildings, schools, healthcare, retail, warehouse, multi-tenant residential and municipal openings. For a property manager standardizing back doors across a portfolio, the same 3 x 11 plate can go on every out swing opening that uses a knob or lever lock.
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Does the Don-Jo PMLP-211-EBF-SL come with a warranty?
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