Ives 482 Brass Solid Bar Door Guard with Interlocking Strike Plate

Ives 482 Brass Solid Bar Door Guard with Interlocking Strike Plate

Professional Door Security Solution with Controlled Access Viewing

The Ives 482 Brass Solid Bar Door Guard provides an additional security layer for commercial doors while allowing controlled viewing access. This professional-grade door guard features a solid bar that interlocks with a ball on the strike plate, permitting doors to be slightly opened for safe viewing. The hinged bar design allows 180В° positioning away from the door when not in use, and the included edge protection plate minimizes marring of door or frame surfaces.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Interlocking Security Design: Solid bar interlocks with ball on strike plate for secure controlled access while allowing limited door opening for viewing.
• Hinged Bar Operation: 180В° positioning capability allows door guard to swing completely away from door when not in use for unobstructed access.
• Edge Protection: Cast brass edge protection plate minimizes chance of marring door or frame surfaces during operation.
• Anti-Marring Strike Design: Strike plate engineered to prevent solid bar from damaging inside door surface during use.
• Professional Construction: Brass substrate provides durability and corrosion resistance for commercial applications.
• Complete Installation Kit: Packed with sheet metal screws for immediate installation readiness.
• ANSI/BHMA Compliance: Meets ANSI/BHMA A156.16 standards for professional door hardware applications.

Technical Specifications

• ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA A156.16
• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Department: Door Hardware
• Door Strike: H: 2-5/8", W: 1-1/32"
• Product Category: Door Trim and Accessories
• Product Dimension: H: 1-1/8", W: 1-1/32" (Edge Guard), H: 1-3/4", W: 1-1/16" (Holder)
• Product Group: Door Trim and Accessories
• Product Model: 482
• Product Subgroup: Door Guards
• Product Substrate: Brass
• Product Type: Door Guards - Swing Bar
• Subcategory: Latches, Catches and Bolts

Installation & Operation

1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness and frame compatibility for flush-mounted doors.
2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces.
3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes as specified in manufacturer instructions using provided sheet metal screws.
4. Install door guard holder on door surface and strike plate on frame, ensuring proper alignment for interlocking operation.
5. Adjust solid bar positioning for proper engagement with strike plate ball mechanism and smooth 180В° swing operation.
6. Test door guard operation to verify proper interlocking function, viewing clearance, and swing-away positioning. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

• Commercial Office Buildings
• Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
• Healthcare Facility Patient Areas
• Educational Institution Administrative Offices
• Retail Back-of-House Security
• Hotel and Hospitality Guest Services
• Government Building Controlled Access Areas

Why Choose Ives Quality?

Ives door guards deliver professional-grade security enhancement with cast brass construction and ANSI/BHMA A156.16 compliance for demanding commercial applications. The engineered interlocking mechanism and anti-marring design demonstrate Ives' commitment to both security functionality and surface protection. Trusted by professionals for reliable performance in controlled access applications where viewing capability and additional security are essential.