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Product Features
Technical Overview
This security magnet features a recessed mounting design that installs directly into the top channel of metal doors. The magnet case includes adjustable legs that can be clipped to accommodate varying channel depths, providing installation flexibility across different door profiles.
Constructed with fire-rated materials, the 180MC-12-W carries UL Fire Rated 10C certification for use in fire-rated door assemblies. The magnet maintains consistent performance across temperature variations and door movement while resisting corrosion and wear.
This section brings together practical product details such as Features, Color Family, Product Color, Height, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
The 180MC-12-W offers several advantages for security system installers and facility managers seeking reliable door monitoring solutions.
Channel-Mounted Design
Installs directly into door channels for secure, hidden mounting that doesn't interfere with door operation or appearance.
- Fits standard metal door channels
- Maintains door clearance
- Protects magnet from impact
Adjustable Installation
Features clip-able legs that allow customization for different channel depths, ensuring proper fit across various door types.
- Accommodates shallow channels
- No modification required
- Simplifies inventory management
Fire-Rated Compliance
UL Fire Rated 10C certification ensures the magnet maintains integrity in fire-rated door assemblies without compromising safety ratings.
- Meets building code requirements
- Suitable for rated openings
- Tested for fire performance
Deployment / Use Cases
The GRI 180MC-12-W security magnet is designed for integration into door monitoring systems where discreet, reliable contact sensing is required. Its recessed mounting makes it ideal for applications where surface-mounted magnets would be visible or vulnerable to damage.
Common deployment scenarios include commercial office buildings, educational facilities, healthcare institutions, and government buildings where door status monitoring contributes to security protocols, access control verification, or alarm system integration. The white finish matches standard door and frame colors for aesthetic consistency.
Access Control Systems
Integrates with door position sensors to verify door closure status in card reader or keypad-controlled entry systems.
Alarm System Monitoring
Provides reliable door contact for intrusion detection systems in perimeter security applications.
Physical Profile
Measuring 1.74 inches wide by 1.39 inches high by 0.80 inches deep, the 180MC-12-W maintains a compact footprint that fits within standard door channel dimensions. The white finish provides visual continuity with common door and frame colors while resisting discoloration from environmental exposure. The magnet's low-profile design ensures it remains concealed within the door channel while maintaining proper alignment with corresponding door sensors.
- Width
- 1.74" (44.27 mm)
- Depth
- 0.80" (20.32 mm)
- Height
- 1.39" (35.38 mm)
Highlights
- Recessed mount design for hidden installation in door channels
- Specifically engineered for metal entry and exit doors
- Adjustable legs can be clipped to fit shallow channels
- UL Fire Rated 10C certified for fire-rated door assemblies
- White finish blends with standard door and frame colors
- Compact dimensions: 1.74" W × 1.39" H × 0.80" D
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
- Manufactured in the United States
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | George Risk Industries |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 180MC-12-W |
| Brand Name | GRI |
| Product Series | MC-180 |
| Product Model | 180MC-12 |
| Product Name | 180MC-12 Security Device Magnet |
| Product Type | Security Device Magnet |
| Technical Information | |
| Features | Recessed Mount |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | White |
| Product Color | White |
| Height | 1.39" (35.38 mm) |
| Width | 1.74" (44.27 mm) |
| Depth | 0.80" (20.32 mm) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Application/Usage | Door |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What type of doors is the GRI 180MC-12-W designed for?
The 180MC-12-W is specifically engineered for metal entry and exit doors. Its recessed mounting design installs into the top channel of metal door frames, making it ideal for commercial, institutional, and industrial doors where surface-mounted magnets would be visible or vulnerable to damage. The magnet maintains proper alignment and holding force even with door movement and temperature variations.
How does the recessed mounting work?
The recessed mounting design allows the magnet to install directly into the top channel of metal doors, keeping it concealed and protected. The magnet case fits within the channel space, with adjustable legs that can be clipped to accommodate different channel depths. This installation method provides secure mounting without protruding from the door frame, maintaining door clearance and aesthetic appearance while protecting the magnet from impact or tampering.
What does UL Fire Rated 10C mean?
UL Fire Rated 10C indicates the magnet has been tested and certified by Underwriters Laboratories for use in fire-rated door assemblies. This certification means the magnet maintains its integrity and does not compromise the fire rating of the door assembly during fire conditions. It meets building code requirements for fire-rated openings, making it suitable for installations where door fire ratings must be preserved, such as in stairwells, corridors, and other fire separation assemblies.
Can this magnet be adjusted for different door channels?
Yes, the 180MC-12-W features adjustable legs that can be clipped to accommodate varying channel depths. This design allows installers to customize the magnet's fit for different door profiles without requiring separate magnet models. The clip-able legs provide installation flexibility, ensuring proper mounting in both standard and shallow door channels while maintaining the magnet's alignment and holding performance.
What warranty comes with the GRI 180MC-12-W?
The 180MC-12-W comes with a lifetime limited warranty from the manufacturer. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product, providing long-term reliability assurance for security system installations. The warranty reflects the magnet's durable construction and quality manufacturing standards, supporting its use in commercial and institutional applications where continuous operation is essential.
Where is the GRI 180MC-12-W manufactured?
The 180MC-12-W is manufactured in the United States. Domestic manufacturing ensures consistent quality control and supports reliable supply chain availability for security system installers and facility managers. The U.S. origin also facilitates compliance with procurement requirements that may specify domestic sourcing for security components in government, institutional, or commercial projects.