JL Industries FD-1616UW 16 × 16 Fire-Rated Insulated Access Panel – 1½-Hour Wall, White Powder Coat

The JL Industries FD-1616UW Fire Extinguisher Cabinet offers dependable fire-rated protection for extinguishers in wall assemblies. Featuring UL 1½ hr certification, this cabinet combines heavy-duty steel construction with 2″ mineral wool insulation for enhanced safety. Its universal trim and flush flange design allow a clean architectural finish while ensuring reliable compliance with building and fire codes. The cabinet includes a self-closing, insulated steel door, clear glazing, and durable white powder-coated finish, with other color options available.

Key Features

• UL 1½ hr fire-rated cabinet with insulated steel door
• Sized for 16″ × 16″ extinguisher applications
• Constructed of cold-rolled steel with powder coat finish
• Spring-assisted self-closing door with continuous hinge
• 1″ paintable exposed flange for flush installation
• Made in the USA and UL listed for compliance

Model: FD-1616UW (16″ × 16″)

Manufacturer: JL Industries / Activar Construction Products Group

Application: Wall (vertical assemblies)

Fire Rating: UL 1½ hr (B-label for 2-hr walls per IBC Table 716.1(2))

Construction: Frame – 16 ga cold-rolled steel; Door – 20 ga cold-rolled steel

Insulation: 2″ mineral wool, approx. R-8 value

Hinge & Closure: Continuous hinge; spring-assisted slam latch; auto-close from 90°

Flange: 1″ paintable exposed flange (flush installation)

Finish: White powder coat; other colors available

Opening Size: Door – 16″ H × 16″ W; Opening – 16 3/8″ H × 16 3/8″ W; Overall – approx. 18″ × 18″ × 2½″

UL Listings: ANSI/UL 10B, CAN/ULC-S104; meets ASTM E152

Made In: USA

Weight: Approx. 12 lb

• Verify wall construction and fire rating requirements.
• Cut wall opening to the required dimensions.
• Insert cabinet into wall, ensuring flange is flush with surface.
• Fasten cabinet securely using mounting hardware.
• Place fire extinguisher inside the cabinet body.
• Close and latch door; confirm self-closing action from 90°.

Q: What is the fire rating of the FD-1616UW?
A: It is UL 1½ hr rated and B-label for 2-hr wall assemblies.

Q: What insulation does the cabinet use?
A: 2″ mineral wool insulation, approx. R-8 thermal value.

Q: Does the door close automatically?
A: Yes, it uses a spring-assisted slam latch and closes from 90°.

Q: What flange style does this cabinet have?
A: A 1″ paintable exposed flange for flush mounting.

Q: Where is the FD-1616UW manufactured?
A: JL Industries cabinets are made in the USA.