STI BPF2016 EnviroArmour Fiberglass Back Panel 20x16
Overview
The STI BPF2016 is a 20-inch by 16-inch fiberglass back panel engineered as a mounting substrate for electric lock hardware, credential readers, and access control components. EnviroArmour construction delivers weather resistance and structural rigidity where door-frame installations require a reinforced base to support electromagnetic locks, magnetic strikes, and request-to-exit devices. Use this panel when you need to consolidate reader mounting, strike hardware, and wiring into a single impact-resistant mounting surface — particularly in exterior or high-traffic doorways where weather exposure or mechanical stress would compromise a standard wooden or thin-gauge steel frame.
Compatibility
The BPF2016 accommodates 9VDC-powered strike hardware typical of access control systems. Mount standard credential readers (badge, keypad, biometric readers) and electromagnetic or magnetic locks on the fiberglass substrate. Suitable for integration with most mainstream access control architectures requiring a robust mounting surface — works with card-reader-driven systems, keypad entry, and hybrid credential schemes. The panel's dimensional footprint (20×16 inches) positions it for standard single-door and dual-door control points in commercial entry, secure corridors, and loading-dock access applications.
Installation Notes
Position the panel over the door frame or surface mounting location and mark the four fixing holes using a 7mm masonry drill bit (standard practice for fiberglass panel installations). Secure with provided wall fixings. For surface installations on non-masonry substrates, verify anchor compatibility and load capacity against the combined weight of mounted readers and strike hardware. Drill or punch cable entry holes as needed for reader and strike wiring — use the blank-off inserts provided to seal unused entries and prevent water or dust ingress. Verify 9VDC power availability at the installation point; no separate conditioning required for the panel itself.
