Exidor 296 Reversible Panic Latch

Exidor 296 Panic Latch for Single and Double Doors

The Exidor 296 Reversible Panic Latch is a dependable, surface mounted emergency exit solution, suitable for both single and double door applications. Designed to provide fast and effective egress, the unit operates via a simple downward thrust on the crossbar, enabling immediate release in an emergency.

Ideal for commercial and public buildings, this unit is EN 1125 compliant, non-handed, CE and UKCA marked, and Certifire Approved. 

Key Product Features:

• Suitable for single or double doors
• Single point locking panic latch
• Non handed
• Can be cut to size
• Outward opening
• Surface mounted
• Supplied with timber fixings and keeps*
• Adapter for operating with a rim cylinder included
• Operate by pushing bar down
• CE marked
• UKCA marked
• Tested to EN 1125
• Tested to EN 1634-1
• Certifire Approved
• Suitable for timber fire doors up to 120 minutes
• Suitable for metal fire doors up to 240 minutes
• For doors up to 2440mm in height
• Door thickness from 46mm to 51mm
• Maximum door width 1220mm
• For doors up to 200kg
• 98mm projection

*Contact us if you require fixings and keeps for metal doors.

Performance & Compliance

The Exidor 296 panic latch complies with BS EN 1125, making it suitable for environments where users are not familiar with the door and where there are more than 60 users. Fire rated for both timber and metal doors, it is an ideal solution for schools, offices, retail environments, and industrial buildings.

External Access Compatibility

This unit includes an adapter for rim cylinder operation as standard. To maintain certification, only Exidor approved outside access devices should be used. Choose from either lever or knob operated OADs for secure external access.

Exidor Panic Exit Hardware

The Exidor 296 can be paired with the Exidor 294 single panic bolt to create a complete solution for rebated double door applications. For convenience, this combination is also available as part of the Exidor 285 rebated double doorset kit, providing a package for compliant emergency egress.

For installations where EN 179 compliance is required, suitable for areas with less than 60 users who have been trained how to operate the hardware, Exidor offers push pad solutions suhc as the 297 and 306. 

Exidor also have a wide range of accessories, keeps, and fixings to suit various door types and installation environments. A selection of custom finishes is available to help match your hardware to the building's design and aesthetic requirements.

Need help selecting the right panic hardware? Discover the Exidor 200 & 300 series or contact our team today for expert advice and tailored support based on your project needs.