JL Industries FD-2436UW 24 × 36 Fire-Rated Insulated Access Panel – 1½-Hour Wall, White Powder Coat

The JL Industries FD-2436UW Fire Extinguisher Cabinet is a heavy-duty, large-format fire-rated cabinet designed to house oversized extinguishers in wall assemblies. UL 1½ hr rated and B-label for 2-hr wall assemblies, it ensures reliable compliance with fire and building codes. Built with a 16 ga cold-rolled steel frame and 20 ga insulated steel door, the cabinet provides strength and long-term durability. Its universal trim with a 1″ paintable exposed flange allows clean, flush installation, while the spring-assisted slam latch ensures the door automatically closes from 90°. Finished in white powder coat (other colors available), the FD-2436UW is manufactured in the USA to meet demanding safety needs.

Key Features

• UL 1½ hr fire-rated extinguisher cabinet with mineral wool insulation
• Large 24″ × 36″ capacity for oversized extinguishers
• Cold-rolled steel construction with powder-coated finish
• Continuous hinge and slam latch for self-closing operation
• 1″ paintable exposed flange for flush installation
• Standard white powder coat finish; custom colors available
• UL listed, ANSI/UL 10B and CAN/ULC-S104 compliant
• Made in the USA

Model: FD-2436UW (24″ × 36″)

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 – 24″ H × 36″ W; Opening – 24 3/8″ H × 36 3/8″ W; Overall – approx. 26″ × 38″ × 2½″

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

Made In: USA

Weight: Approx. 32 lb

• Verify wall construction and fire rating requirements.
• Mark and cut the wall opening to required dimensions.
• Insert cabinet into opening, ensuring flange is flush with surface.
• Secure the cabinet frame with fasteners.
• Place extinguisher inside the cabinet body.
• Close and latch door; confirm auto-close operation from 90°.

Q: What is the fire rating of the FD-2436UW?
A: It is UL 1½ hr rated and B-label for 2-hr wall assemblies.

Q: What extinguisher size will fit this cabinet?
A: It is designed for oversized extinguishers up to approximately 30–40 lb capacity.

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

Q: What flange style is included?
A: A 1″ paintable exposed flange for flush installation.

Q: Where is the FD-2436UW manufactured?
A: JL Industries fire-rated cabinets are made in the USA.