Ives U696 One-Way Door Viewer with 150В° Viewing Angle - Fire Rated

Ives U696 One-Way Door Viewer with 150В° Viewing Angle - Fire Rated

Professional Security Door Viewer with Wide-Angle Vision

The Ives U696 One-Way Door Viewer provides secure visual identification with a 150В° angle of view for comprehensive door monitoring. Designed for doors 1-3/8" to 2-1/16" thick, this fire-rated viewer features a solid brass body with glass lens construction and tamper-resistant one-way thread installation. UL listed for 90-minute fire doors, this professional-grade viewer requires only a 1/2" hole for simple installation at the recommended 60" height from floor.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Wide-Angle Vision: 150В° viewing angle provides comprehensive coverage for enhanced security and visitor identification.
• Universal Door Compatibility: Accommodates doors from 1-3/8" to 2-1/16" thick for versatile residential and light commercial applications.
• Fire-Rated Construction: UL listed for 90-minute fire doors ensuring code compliance and safety in fire-rated assemblies.
• Tamper-Resistant Design: Secure one-way thread installation prevents unauthorized removal from exterior side.
• Solid Brass Construction: Durable brass body with glass lens provides long-lasting performance and corrosion resistance.
• Simple Installation: Requires only a 1/2" hole for quick and straightforward mounting with minimal door preparation.
• Professional Specifications: ANSI/BHMA A156.16 compliance ensures industry-standard performance and reliability.
• Optional Accessories: Compatible with viewer covers for added privacy and viewer extensions in 3/8" increments for custom door thickness requirements.

Technical Specifications

• ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA A156.16, L23222
• Commercial/Residential: Residential
• Department: Door Hardware
• Fire Rating: Yes
• Product Category: Door Trim and Accessories
• Product Dimension: DI: 3/4"
• Product Group: Door Trim and Accessories
• Product Model: U696
• Product Subgroup: Door Knockers and Viewers
• Product Substrate: Brass
• Product Type: Door Viewers
• Subcategory: Exterior Hardware
• UL Listing Type: UL listed 90 minute fire doors

Installation & Operation

1. Mark the installation location at 60" from floor level on the door centerline for optimal viewing height.
2. Drill a 1/2" diameter hole completely through the door at the marked location, ensuring clean entry and exit holes.
3. Insert the viewer body from the interior side of the door and thread the exterior viewing lens assembly onto the body.
4. Tighten securely using the one-way thread design to prevent exterior tampering while ensuring proper seating against door surfaces.
5. Test viewing angle and clarity from interior side to verify proper installation and alignment.
6. Install optional viewer cover or extension accessories if required for specific application needs. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details.

Professional Applications

• Residential Entry Doors
• Apartment and Condominium Units
• Hotel and Hospitality Guest Rooms
• Office Building Entry Points
• Healthcare Facility Patient Rooms
• Educational Institution Offices
• Fire-Rated Door Assemblies

Tamper-Resistant Design

The U696 features secure one-way thread installation that prevents unauthorized removal from the exterior side while allowing proper installation and maintenance from the interior. This tamper-resistant design ensures the viewer remains securely mounted and functional for reliable long-term security monitoring.

Why Choose Ives Quality?

Ives door viewers deliver professional-grade security with solid brass construction and UL listed fire rating for demanding applications. ANSI/BHMA A156.16 compliance ensures industry-standard performance and reliability. Engineered for residential and light commercial applications where dependable visual security and code compliance are essential.