FR-A10040DS Fire Rated Monitored Standard Double Magnetic Lock (Maglock) with Door Status Monitoring

The FR-A10040DS Fire Rated Monitored Standard Double Magnetic Lock or Maglock is an electromagnetic locking solution designed for securing double doors in access control systems, door entry systems, intercoms, and electronic door security applications. Suitable for commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, residential, and public sector environments, it provides dependable locking for paired access-controlled doors.

Operating from selectable 12VDC or 24VDC, the FR-A10040DS delivers up to 1200lbs (544kg) of holding force per door leaf, providing 2 × 1200lbs across the double-door installation. Manufactured with a durable aluminium housing and electroless nickel plated steel armature plates, it is designed for long-term reliability and consistent locking performance.

The FR-A10040DS includes lock status monitoring, indicating whether the magnets and armature plates are engaged, alongside LED lock status indication. A separate door status monitoring output allows compatible systems to monitor whether the doors are physically open or closed.

The lock has been fire tested to BS EN 1634-1 and is suitable for compatible FD30 and FD60 double fire doors, subject to the relevant fire test evidence and installation requirements.

Available Models

• FR-A10040DS – Fire-rated monitored standard double magnetic lock with LED lock status indication and door status monitoring output.

Key Features

• Fire-rated standard double magnetic lock design
• Suitable for double-door applications
• Up to 1200lbs (544kg) holding force per door leaf
• Selectable 12VDC or 24VDC operation
• Fail-safe operation – power to lock
• Lock status monitoring output
• Separate door status monitoring output
• LED lock status indication
• Aluminium lock housing
• Electroless nickel plated steel armature plates
• Fire tested to BS EN 1634-1
• Suitable for compatible FD30 and FD60 double fire doors
• Suitable for access control and emergency door systems

Typical Applications

• Compatible FD30 and FD60 double fire doors
• Double access-controlled doors
• Emergency door systems
• Commercial buildings
• Schools and educational facilities
• Healthcare premises
• Public buildings
• Internal security doors
• Staff-only areas
• Double-door installations requiring lock status and door open or closed feedback

Compatibility and Accessories

The FR-A10040DS Fire Rated Monitored Standard Double Magnetic Lock is designed to integrate with compatible access control and door security equipment, making it suitable for both new installations and retrofit projects. Compatible monitoring inputs are required to receive its lock status and door status signals.

For fire-door installations, check that the door construction, fixing arrangement and accessories are covered by the relevant fire test evidence.

When building a complete system, please check the lock voltage, current draw, door type, mounting requirements and any emergency release requirements before ordering.

• Access control systems
• Emergency door systems
• Door entry systems
• Intercom systems
• Keypad entry systems
• Proximity card readers
• Press to exit buttons
• Emergency door release units
• Power supplies
• Compatible lock and door monitoring systems
• Compatible fire alarm interfaces
• Compatible building management interfaces

Technical Specification

• Model: FR-A10040DS
• Lock type: Fire-rated monitored standard double magnetic lock (maglock)
• Operation: Fail-safe – power to lock
• Operating voltage: Selectable 12VDC or 24VDC
• Holding force: Up to 2 × 1200lbs (544kg per door leaf)
• Lock monitoring: Monitored – lock status output
• Door status output: Yes – indicates whether the doors are open or closed
• Lock status LED: Green unlocked / red locked
• Housing material: Aluminium
• Armature plates: Electroless nickel plated steel
• Fire testing: BS EN 1634-1
• Suitable door types: Compatible FD30 and FD60 double fire doors
• Dimensions: 67mm × 532mm × 40mm (H × W × D)

FR-A10040DS Product Information

The FR-A10040DS Fire Rated Monitored Standard Double Magnetic Lock combines dependable locking for paired door leaves with lock status monitoring, LED lock status indication, and door status monitoring. Featuring up to 1200lbs (544kg) holding force per door leaf, selectable 12VDC or 24VDC operation and fire testing to BS EN 1634-1, it is suitable for compatible double fire-door installations requiring feedback on both lock engagement and door position.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a monitored standard double magnetic lock?

A monitored standard double magnetic lock is an electromagnetic locking device designed to secure both leaves of a double door. It includes lock status monitoring for connection to compatible access control or monitoring equipment.

What is the holding force of the FR-A10040DS?

The FR-A10040DS provides up to 1200lbs (544kg) of holding force per door leaf, giving 2 × 1200lbs across the double-door installation.

What does lock monitoring mean?

Lock monitoring provides an output indicating whether the magnets and armature plates are engaged. A compatible access control or monitoring system can use this signal to report lock status.

What does DS mean?

DS means door status monitoring. The FR-A10040DS includes a separate door status output that allows compatible equipment to monitor whether the doors are physically open or closed.

What is the difference between lock monitoring and door status monitoring?

Lock monitoring indicates whether the magnets and armature plates are engaged. Door status monitoring indicates whether the doors are open or closed. The FR-A10040DS provides both functions through separate outputs.

What is the difference between the FR-A10040 and FR-A10040DS?

Both models include lock status monitoring and LED lock status indication. The FR-A10040DS additionally provides a separate door status output, allowing compatible systems to monitor whether the doors are physically open or closed.

What does the LED indication show?

The FR-A10040DS includes LED lock status indication, showing green when unlocked and red when locked.

Is the FR-A10040DS fail-safe?

Yes. The FR-A10040DS requires power to remain locked. When power to the lock is interrupted, it releases. Emergency release equipment and access controls must be correctly connected to interrupt the lock supply when required.

Has the FR-A10040DS been fire tested?

Yes. The FR-A10040DS has been tested to BS EN 1634-1 and is suitable for compatible FD30 and FD60 double fire doors, subject to the relevant fire test evidence and installation requirements.

Can the FR-A10040DS be used with access control systems?

Yes. The FR-A10040DS can be used with compatible access control systems, door entry systems, intercoms, emergency door systems and fire alarm interfaces. Compatible monitoring inputs are required to receive its lock status and door status signals.

What operating voltage does the FR-A10040DS require?

The FR-A10040DS supports selectable 12VDC or 24VDC operation.