Specifications For Standard Steel Doors and Frames (SDI-100)
Specifications For Standard Steel Doors and Frames (SDI-100)
8-2017
Revision of ANSI/SDI A250.8-2014
Specifications for
Standard Steel Doors and Frames (SDI-100)
ANSI/SDI A250.8-2017
SPONSOR
Steel Door Institute
Approved August 22, 2017
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ANSI/SDI ®
A250.8-2017
Revision of ANSI/SDI A250.8-2014
Specifications for
Standard Steel Doors and Frames
(SDI-100)
Secretariat
Steel Door Institute
Published by
ANSI/SDI A250.8-2017
Contents
Page
Foreword.. ............................................................................................ ii
1 G eneral..........................................................................................1
1.1 S cope..........................................................................................1
1.2 Reference Documents..................................................................1
1.3 A pproval Drawings and Hardware Schedules................................2
1.4 C lassification — Level, Performance, Model.................................2
1.5 S izes. . ..........................................................................................2
2 Products.........................................................................................3
2.1 G eneral.......................................................................................3
2.2 M
anufacturers Standard Gage (MSG)
vs. Minimum Steel Thickness.......................................................5
2.3 Construction Features..................................................................5
2.4 Frames........................................................................................6
3 H ardware Preparation.....................................................................8
3.1 Reinforcings. . ...............................................................................8
4 S torage, Handling, and Installation.. ................................................9
4.1 J obsite Storage. . ..........................................................................9
4.2 Frame Installation...................................................................... 10
4.3 D oor Installation........................................................................ 10
4.4 H ardware Installation................................................................. 10
4.5 Installation of Factory Applied Finish Painted Materials.............. 10
4.6 D oor and Frame Maintenance.................................................... 10
4.7 D oor and Frame Repair............................................................. 10
Tables
1 S tandard opening sizes.. .................................................................3
2 S teel thickness / door faces............................................................5
3 M inimum steel thickness / frames...................................................7
4 M inimum hardware reinforcing thickness.........................................8
5 H ardware locations.........................................................................9
Appendices
A Fire Door Considerations. . ............................................................ 11
B General Considerations. . ............................................................. 13
C Section 08100 Standard Hollow Metal Doors and Frames. . .......... 15
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Foreword (This Foreword is not part of American National Standard A250.8-2017)
The material contained in this document has been developed under the
auspices of the ANSI A250 Committee. This committee has a diverse mem-
bership of users, producers, and general interest in addition to members
of the Steel Door Institute. The committee has been charged with the de-
velopment of standards, test methods, and other matters relating to steel
doors and frames.
The current edition is a revision, and replaces the ANSI A250.8-2014 docu-
ment. The contents have been updated to reflect changes that have taken
place in the steel door and frame industry since the time of the previous
publication, specifically the addition of a a tolerance disclaimer to section
2.1.6.
Suggestions for improvement gained in the use of this standard will be
welcome, and should be sent to the Steel Door Institute, 30200 Detroit
Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44145-1967.
The organizations of the Accredited Standards Committee A250 that have
approved this standard are as follows:
American Institute of Architects/ARCOM
Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association
Cedar Valley Associates
Door and Hardware Institute
Door Control Services
FM Approvals
HMMA/Division of NAAMM
Intertek Testing Services
National Wind Institute / Texas Tech
Steel Door Institute
Underwriters Laboratories LLC
Vetrotech / Saint Gobain
Therma-Tru
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The Accredited Standards Committee A250 TC-1 developed this standard
had the following personnel at the time of approval:
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AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD ANSI/SDI A250.8-2017
Specifications
for Standard Steel Doors and Frames (SDI-100)
– ANSI/SDI A250.11-2012 Recommended Erec- Hollow Metal Doors and Frames shall be used
tion Instructions for Steel Frames (Formerly as guides in the development of the necessary
SDI-105) product schedule.
– ANSI/BHMA A156.115-2014 Hardware Prepa- 1.4
Classification — Level, Performance,
ration in Steel Doors or Steel Frames Model
1.2.3 ASTM Standards For each of the following levels and models,
doors, frames, frame anchors, and hardware
– ASTM A1008-2016 Standard Specification
reinforcings shall be provided to meet the re-
for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Struc-
tural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength quirements of the performance levels indicated
Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution below. The material used in manufacturing
Hardened, and Bake Hardenable these products and components shall comply
with Tables 2, 3, and 4 of this document. The
– ASTM A568-2015 Standard Specification physical performance levels are determined by
for Steel, Sheet, Carbon, Structural, and testing assemblies in accordance with ANSI/
High-Strength, Low-Alloy, Hot-Rolled and SDI A250.4, Test Procedure and Acceptance
Cold-Rolled, General Requirements for Criteria for Physical Endurance for Steel Doors,
– ASTM A1011-2017 Standard Specification for Frames, Frame Anchors and Hardware Rein-
Steel, Sheet and Strip, Hot-Rolled, Carbon, forcings. See Section 2.3.1.1 and 2.3.1.2 for a
Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High- description of Full Flush and Seamless.
Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Form- Level 1
ability, and Ultra-High Strength and Physical Performance Level C
– ASTM A653-2015e1 Standard Specification Standard-duty 1-3/8″ (34.9 mm) and 1-3/4″
for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or (44.5 mm)
Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by Model 1 – Full Flush
the Hot-Dip Process Model 2 – Seamless
– ASTM A879-2012 (R2017) Standard Speci-
fication for Steel Sheet, Zinc Coated by the Level 2
Electrolytic Process for Applications Requir- and Physical Performance Level B
ing Designation of the Coating Mass on Each
Surface Heavy-duty 1-3/4″ (44.5 mm)
Model 1 – Full Flush
– ASTM A924-2017 Standard Specification Model 2 – Seamless
for General Requirements for Steel Sheet,
Metallic-Coated by the Hot-Dip Process
Level 3
1.3
A p p rova l D raw i n g s a n d H a rdwa re and Physical Performance Level A
Schedules
Extra Heavy-duty 1-3/4″ (44.5 mm)
It is intended that approval drawings will not Model 1 – Full Flush
be required for these items and that the manu- Model 2 – Seamless
facturer’s published details, together with this Model 3 – Stile and Rail
standard, will provide all the needed informa-
tion. When specified, shop drawings shall be
submitted for approval prior to manufacturing Level 4
and/or delivery of product to the site. They and Physical Performance Level A
shall show elevations of each door design,
Maximum-duty 1-3/4″ (44.5 mm)
door construction details, hardware locations,
Model 1 – Full Flush
dimensions, and shapes of materials, anchor-
Model 2 – Seamless
age and fastening methods, door frame types
and details, and finish requirements. SDI-111,
1.5 Sizes
Recommended Details for Standard Steel
Doors, Frames, Accessories and Related Com- Standard doors and frames are sized to fit
ponents and SDI-134 Glossary of Terms for openings noted in Table 1.
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Widths* Ft-in 2′0″ 2′4″ 2′6″ 2′8″ 2′10″ 3′0″ 3′4″ 3′6″ 3′8″ 3′10″ 4′0″
mm 610 711 762 813 864 914 1016 1067 1118 1168 1219
* Sizes shown are for single doors only; equal pairs of doors use twice the width
indicated. Pairs of doors can consist of two unequal widths.
Where required by a manufacturer’s listing or Note: All values which do not carry specific
tolerances or are not marked maximum or
ANSI/NFPA 80, Standard for Fire Doors and
minimum shall have the following tolerances:
Other Opening Protectives, a steel overlapping
Linear dimensions shall be ± 1/16 in. (1.6 mm).
astragal shall be provided.
Weight or force shall be ± 2%. Angles shall
2.1.2.4 Louvers for Fire Doors be ± 2 degrees. Where only minus tolerances
are given, the dimensions are permitted to be
When specified, fire doors shall be provided
exceeded at the option of the manufacturers.
with fire labeled louvers. See SDI-118, Basic
Fire Door, Fire Door Frame, Transom/Sidelight 2.1.7 Test Procedures
Frame, and Window Frame Requirements for The products furnished under this standard shall
acceptable labeling methods. have demonstrated successful performance to
2.1.3 Prime Finish the following established standard test methods:
Doors and frames shall be thoroughly cleaned ANSI/SDI A250.3 – Test Procedure and Ac-
and chemically treated to ensure paint adhesion. ceptance Criteria for Factory Applied Finish
All surfaces of the door and frame exposed Coatings for Steel Doors and Frames.
to view shall receive a factory applied coat of ANSI/SDI A250.4 – Test Procedure and Ac-
rust inhibiting primer, either air-dried or baked- ceptance Criteria for Physical Endurance for
on. The finish shall meet the requirements for Steel Doors, Frames, Frame Anchors and
acceptance stated in ANSI/SDI A250.10, Test Hardware Reinforcings.
Procedure and Acceptance Criteria for Prime
ANSI/SDI A250.10 – Test Procedure and
Painted Steel Surfaces for Steel Doors and
Acceptance Criteria for Prime Painted Steel
Frames. Proper job site storage as outlined in
Surfaces for Steel Doors and Frames.
Section 4.1, shall be followed.
2.1.8 Design Clearances
2.1.4 Factory Applied Finish Paint
2.1.8.1 The clearance between the door and
When specified, doors and frames shall be frame shall be a maximum of 1/8″ (3.2 mm) in
finish painted on all surfaces of the door and the case of both single swing and pairs of doors.
frame exposed to view. The factory applied finish
paint shall meet the performance requirements 2.1.8.2 The clearance between the meeting
and acceptance criteria as stated in ANSI/ edges of pairs of doors shall be 3/16″ (4.8 mm)
SDI A250.3, Test Procedure and Acceptance ± 1/16″ (1.6 mm). For fire rated applications, the
Criteria for Factory Applied Finish Coatings clearances between the meeting edges of pairs
for Steel Doors and Frames. Consult individual of doors shall be 1/8″ (3.2 mm) ± 1/16″ (1.6 mm).
manufacturers for product availability and color 2.1.8.3 The clearance measured from the
selection. Proper job site storage, as outlined bottom of the door to the bottom of the frame
in Section 4.1, shall be followed. (Undercut) shall be a maximum of 3/4″ (19.1 mm)
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Minimum Thickness
Level Model MSG No. (1)
Inches mm
1 0.032 0.8 20
1
2 0.032 0.8 20
1 0.042 1.0 18
2
2 0.042 1.0 18
1 0.053 1.3 16
3 2 0.053 1.3 16
3 See Sec. 2.3.3 Construction Features 16
1 0.067 1.7 14
4
2 0.067 1.7 14
(1)
MSG No. to be used for reference purposes only.
The minimum steel thickness for each specific Door edges shall be fabricated utilizing the
gage is derived from the published figures of following different profiles:
Underwriters Laboratories LLC, and shall be
• Square Edge – edge of door which is 90°
used for reference purposes only.
to the face
2.3 Construction Features
• Beveled Edge – edge of a door which is
2.3.1 Door Faces and Edge not at a 90° angle to the face of the door
2.3.1.1 Full Flush (standard bevel is 1/8″ (3.2 mm) in 2″ (50.8
mm) – narrow side of door is in contact
Each door face shall be formed from a single
with stop of frame when door is closed
sheet of steel of a thickness as defined by
Table 2. There shall be no visible seams on Unless specified, door edges will be manu-
the surface of the faces. A full height vertical factured in accordance with manufacturer’s
seam is permitted on door edges. standard for that model.
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Doors of the following core designs have met Provide steel frames for doors, transoms,
the performance requirements of the documents sidelights, mullions, interior glazed panels and
listed under Section 2.1.7: other openings, where indicated. Provide either
knockdown field assembled type, or welded unit
• KraftPaper Honeycomb
type frames as specified.
• Polystyrene
Performance tests shall be conducted on
• Polyurethane 3-sided door frames and corresponding door
• Mineral Board designs. The variety and complexity of openings
containing transom, sidelights, or other such
• Vertical Steel Stiffeners configurations preclude the use of these test
This shall not restrict the development of alter- methods on such designs.
nate core materials that meet the performance
SDI-134 Glossary of Terms for Hollow Metal
requirements specified above.
Doors and Frames and SDI-111, Recommended
2.3.3
Construction Features – Stile and Details for Standard Steel Doors, Frames, Ac-
Rail – Flush Panel cessories and Related Components shall be
Stiles and rails shall be a minimum of 0.053″ used as guides in the development of frame
(1.3 mm) in thickness and shall be cold rolled or details.
galvanized steel. Door corners shall be mitered
2.4.1.1 Knockdown Frames
or butted. Mitered joints shall be internally re-
inforced, welded and ground smooth such that Unless otherwise specified, frames shall be
no miter joints appear on door faces. Where supplied as knockdown, and shall have rigidly
specified, intermediate rails shall be butted interlocked frame joints so as to maintain align-
and either permanently mechanically fastened ment and assure performance of completed
or internally welded to door stiles. Butted joint frames when field assembled. These frames
seams shall remain visible. Center panels shall can consist of either single rabbet or double
be made using cold rolled or galvanized steel rabbet profiles.
with a minimum thickness of 0.042″ (1.0 mm),
and shall be reinforced with manufacturer’s 2.4.1.2 Frames for Existing Drywall Open-
standard core material. Panel faces shall be ings
flush with perimeter surfaces and shall be
joined to abutting perimeter members by weld- When frames are specified for installation in
ing or permanent mechanical fastening. Where existing drywall construction they shall be of
specified, panels shall be recessed in lieu of the slip-on drywall type. These frames are not
flush. Recessed panels shall be reinforced and available with welded corners. A butted wall
fastened as specified for flush panels. Hardware frame with existing wall anchors may also be
reinforcements shall be as specified in Table 4 installed in existing drywall wall construction.
and located as specified in Table 5. This frame type is available with welded corners.
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Thickness
Level MSG No. (1)
inches mm
1 0.042 1.0 18
2 0.053 1.3 16
3 0.053 1.3 16
4 0.067 1.7 14
(1)
MSG No. to be used for reference purposes only.
Door Frame
Hardware Item
inches mm MSG No. (6) inches mm MSG No. (6)
Mortise Hinge 1-3/8″ [34.9 mm] Door (1) 0.093 2.3 12 0.093 2.3 12
Mortise Hinge 1-3/4″ [44.5 mm] Door (1) (2) 0.123 3.1 10 0.123 3.1 10
the use of a floor anchor, an additional jamb to bottom of terminated stop. The stop is cut
anchor shall be specified. at a 45° or 90° angle and closed with a steel
2.4.5 Glazing Beads filler plate welded in place. Terminated stops
on frames for lightproof doors, sound-rated
On frame assemblies that incorporate glazed doors, double egress, or lead-lined doors are
openings, the frame shall be provided with
not available.
glazing beads designed to receive the glazing
materials specified. The glazing beads shall be
butted at the corners. Glazing beads shall be
3 Hardware Preparation
of snap-on or screw-applied design. 3.1 Reinforcings
2.4.6 Terminated Stops Provide minimum hardware reinforcing gages as
When specified, stops for interior door frames noted in Table 4 and ANSI/SDI A250.6, Recom-
shall be terminated above the floor 6″ (152.4 mended Practice for Hardware Reinforcing on
mm) standard, measured from frame bottom Standard Steel Doors and Frames.
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Doors and frames shall be reinforced, drilled See Table 5. Doors up to and including 7′6″
and tapped to receive mortised hinges, locks, (2184 mm) high require a minimum three (3)
hinge preparations. Doors over 7′6″ (2286 mm)
latches, and flush bolts as required. Prepara-
high require a minimum four (4) hinge prepara-
tion shall be in accordance with ANSI/BHMA tions. Exception: 1-3/8″ (34.9 mm) thick, 6′8″
A156.115 Hardware Preparation in Steel Doors (2032 mm) high non-fire rated doors shall be
or Steel Frames and ANSI/SDI A250.6, Rec- prepared for a minimum of two hinges.
ommended Practice for Hardware Reinforcing 3.1.6 Hardware Locations
on Standard Steel Doors and Frames where
Hardware shall be located in accordance with
applicable.
Table 5.
3.1.2 Surface Applied Hardware Other items of hardware shall be located accord-
When specified, doors and frames shall be ing to the door and/or hardware manufacturer’s
directions. This includes the door closers, floor
reinforced for surface applied hardware. Drilling
hinges, overhead door holders, pocket pivot,
and/or tapping shall be completed by others. and most specialized-purpose hardware.
3.1.3 Function Holes
4 Storage, Handling, and Installation
The preparation for locks and/or exit devices
4.1 Jobsite Storage
shall include reinforcements (as shown in
Table 4) and function holes. Trim and/or mount- All doors and frames shall be stored vertically
ing holes are not included. under cover. The units shall be placed on
at least 4″ (102 mm) high wood sills or in a
3.1.4 Anchor or Pivot Reinforced Hinges manner that will prevent rust or damage. The
use of non-vented plastic or canvas shelters
Where specified, the appropriate recessing and that can create a humidity chamber shall be
reinforcing shall be provided. Mounting holes avoided. A 1/4″ (6.3 mm) space between the
shall be field drilled and tapped by others. doors shall be provided to promote air circula-
Cylindrical and Mortise Deadlocks (1) 48″ (1219 mm) to Centerline of Strike from Bottom of Frame
Combination Push Bar Centerline of 42″ (1067 mm) from Bottom of Frame
Centerline of Lower Base is 45″ (1143 mm) from Bottom of Frame with
Hospital Arm Pull
Grip Open at Bottom
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tion. If the wrapper on the door becomes wet, BE USED FOR FRAMES INSTALLED IN DRY-
it must be removed immediately. Proper jobsite WALL WALLS.
storage is extremely important in maintaining
the quality and integrity of the factory applied 4.3 Door Installation
paint. Improper Storage of material will have Doors shall be installed and fastened to maintain
an adverse effect on the factory applied paint’s alignment with frames to achieve maximum op-
ability to meet the requirements of ANSI/ SDI erational effectiveness and appearance. Doors
A250.10, Test Procedure and Acceptance Cri-
shall be adjusted to maintain perimeter clear-
teria for Prime Painted Steel Surfaces for Steel
ances as specified in Section 2.1.8. Shimming
Doors and Frames or ANSI/SDI A250.3, Test
shall be performed by the installer as needed
Procedure and Acceptance Criteria for Fac-
tory Applied Finish Coatings for Steel Doors to assure the proper clearances are achieved.
and Frames. 4.4 Hardware Installation
4.2 Frame Installation Installation of hardware items shall be in ac-
4.2.1 Frames shall be installed plumb, level, cordance with the hardware manufacturer’s
rigid and in true alignment as recommended recommendations and templates. ANSI/SDI
in ANSI/SDI A250.11 Recommended Erection A250.6, Recommended Practice for Hardware
Instructions for Steel Frames. Reinforcing on Standard Steel Doors and
All frames, other than drywall slip-on types, Frames shall be consulted for other pertinent
shall be fastened to the adjacent structure so information.
as to retain their position and stability. Slip-on 4.5 Installation of Factory Applied Finish
drywall frames shall be installed in prepared
Painted Materials
wall openings in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions. In addition to storage and handling precautions
noted in Section 4.1, it is IMPERATIVE that
4.2.2 Where grouting is required in masonry
installations, frames shall be braced or fastened the work of all other rough trades MUST be
in such a way that will prevent the pressure of completed prior to the installation of factory
the grout from deforming the frame members. applied finished painted product.
Grout shall be mixed to provide a 4″ (102 4.6 Door and Frame Maintenance
mm) maximum slump consistency and hand
troweled into place. Grout mixed to a thinner, It is the responsibility of the installer or end
“pumpable” consistency shall not be used. user to properly maintain the doors and frames
Excess water from thin consistency grout will in accordance with SDI-124, Maintenance of
cause premature rusting of steel frames and Standard Steel Doors and Frames.
probable deformation or discoloration of certain
wall constructions. Standard mortar protection 4.7 Door and Frame Repair
in frames is not intended for thin consistency Any repair required to either the door or frame
grout or drywall compound. in a fire rated opening shall be conducted in
Steel Frames, including fire rated frames do accordance with ANSI/NFPA 80, Standard for
not require grouting. GROUTING SHALL NOT Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives.
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Appendix A
(informative)
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1/3-Hour (20 minute) — Doors of this rating are used for the protection of openings bet ween
living quarters and corridors and where smoke control is a primary concern. They may also be
used as a smoke partition across corridors.
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Appendix B
(informative)
General Considerations
Steel thickness
When ordering steel directly from the mill, manufacturers order sheet and coil to a minimum deci-
mal thickness and not a nominal gage. This thickness is generally at the low end of the range for
a specific gage. For example, the nominal thickness of 16 gage is 0.059″ (1.5 mm). The thickness
tolerance permitted by ASTM A568, Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Carbon, Structural,
and High-Strength, Low-Alloy, Hot-Rolled and Cold-Rolled, General Requirements for, is ± .006″
(0.15 mm). Therefore the minimum ordering dimension would then become 0.053″ (1.3 mm) as
shown in Table 2. These minimum values meet the requirements of Underwriters Laboratories
LLC. Steel gages, or MSG numbers may be used for reference purposes only.
Thermal bow
Thermal bow is a condition which may occur in metal doors due to an inside / outside temperature
differential. It is warping of the top and bottom of the lock edge of the door either toward or away
from the frame stop. This condition may result in force on the latch that increases the difficulty
of opening the door and may increase the air leakage of the opening.
This condition, and the degree of bowing, depends on the door color, construction, length of ex-
posure, temperature, etc. Thermal bow can often be alleviated by painting the exposed surface a
light color. In some cases of extreme cold, this condition may also occur in reverse.
Aesthetics
The production of steel doors and frames relies on a variety of manufacturing processes including
spot welding, projection welding, arc welding ground smooth, grinding, filling, etc. These processes
may result in a show-through after application of finished paint. These characteristics are inherent
in production and are not to be considered as manufacturing defects.
The show-through characteristics increase as the paint gloss increases. This standard recom-
mends a maximum paint gloss rating of 20% reflectance, measured using a 60° gloss meter,
which should be suitable for most applications. Translucent paints may emphasize show-through
characteristics and their use is not recommended. The 20% reflectance is equivalent to a Master
Painters Institute (MPI) gloss rating description of a traditional “eggshell-like” finish.
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Water penetration
Borrowed light, transom, sidelight, and combination transom sidelight frames are not factory sealed
to prevent water penetration. In situations where this is a concern, the contractor must seal all
joints that are exposed to the elements after the frame assembly is installed.
Whenever possible, it is strongly recommended that glass and glazing be installed on the exterior
rabbet of the frame assembly, which will help act as a deterrent to water penetration. It should
be noted that a fully welded corner does not ensure a water tight condition.
The member companies of the hollow metal industry cannot control the workmanship associated
with the frame installation and therefore, this work must be specified in the installation/glazing/
caulking section of the specifications. It is the responsibility of the contractor to assure all steps
are taken by the installer, glazer, or others to prevent water penetration.
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Appendix C
(informative)
Part 1: General
A. Fur nish only standard hollow metal doors, frames, sidelights and borrowed lights as
specified and shown on plans and schedules.
B. Related sections
1. Section 08700 — Finish hardware
2. Section 09900 — Painting
3. Section 08800 — Glass & glazing
1.02 References
A. SDI standards
1. SDI-106-1999 Recommended Standard Door Type Nomenclature
2. SDI-108-2010 Recommended Selection and Usage Guide for Standard Steel
Doors
3. SDI-111-2009 Recommended Details for Standard Steel Doors, Frames, Acces-
sories and Related Components
4. SDI-112-2008 Zinc-Coated (Galvanized/Galvannealed) Standard Steel Doors and
Frames
5. SDI-117-2009 Manufacturing Tolerances for Standard Steel Doors and Frames
6. SDI-118-2012 Basic Fire Door Requirements
7. SDI-124-2011 Maintenance of Standard Steel Doors and Frames
B. ANSI standards
1. ANSI/UL 10B-2009 Fire Tests of Door Assemblies
2. ANSI/UL 10C-2009 Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies
3. ANSI/UL 1784-2009 Air Leakage Tests of Door Assemblies
4. ANSI/NFPA 80-2010 Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives
5. ANSI/NFPA 252-2012 Fire Tests of Door Assemblies
6. ANSI/SDI A250.3-2007 (R2011) Test Procedure and Acceptance Criteria for Factory
Applied Finish Coatings for Steel Doors and Frames
7. ANSI/SDI A250.4-2011 Test Procedure and Acceptance Criteria for Physical Endur-
ance for Steel Doors, Frames, Frame Anchors and Hardware Reinforcings
8. ANSI/SDI A250.6-2003 (R2009) Recommended Practice for Hardware Reinforcing
on Standard Steel Doors and Frames
9. ANSI/SDI A250.7-1997 (R2002) Nomenclature for Standard Steel Doors and Steel
Frames
10. ANSI/SDI A250.10-1998 (R2011) Test Procedure and Acceptance Criteria for Prime
Painted Steel Surfaces for Steel Doors and Frames
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11. ANSI/SDI A250.11-2012 Recommended Erection Instructions for Steel Frames (For-
merly SDI-105)
12. ANSI/BHMA A156.115-2006 American National Standard for Hardware Preparations
in Steel Doors and Steel Frames
C. ASTM standards
1. ASTM A1008-2012 Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon,
Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy and High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved
Formability
2. ASTM A568-2011 Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Carbon, Structural, and
High-Strength, Low-Alloy, Hot-Rolled and Cold-Rolled, General Requirements for
3. ASTM A1011-2012 Standard Specification for Steel Sheet and Strip, Hot-Rolled, Car-
bon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy and High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved
Formability
4. ASTM A653-2011 Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized)
or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process
5. ASTM A879-06 Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc Coated by the Electro-
lytic Process for Applications Requiring Designation of the Coating Mass on Each
Surface
6. ASTM A924-2010 Standard Specification for General Requirements for Steel Sheet,
Metallic-Coated by the Hot-Dip Process
A. Manufacturer shall meet or exceed all standards as noted in Section 2.01 references.
B. Fire rated assemblies shall be manufactured in accordance with [Underwriters Laborato-
ries] [Intertek Testing Services] [Factory Mutual] established procedures and shall bear
the appropriate labels for each application.
C. No product shall be manufactured prior to receipt of approved hardware schedule and
templates.
1.04 Submittals
A. Shop drawings, if required, shall show all openings in the door schedule and/or the draw-
ings.
B. When required, provide details of door design, door construction details and methods of
assembling sections, hardware locations, anchorage and fastening methods, door frame
types and details, and finish requirements.
A. Where specified, all products shall be marked with architects opening number on all
doors, frames, misc. parts and car tons.
B. All materials upon receipt shall be inspected for damage, and the shipper and supplier
notified if damage is found.
C. All doors and frames shall be stored vertically under cover. The units shall be placed on
at least 4″ (102 mm) high wood sills or in a manner that will prevent rust or damage. The
use of non-vented plastic or canvas shelters that can create a humidity chamber shall
be avoided.
D. A 1/4″ (6.3 mm) space between the doors shall be provided to promote air circulation. If
the wrapper on the door becomes wet, it must be removed immediately.
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1.06 Warranty
Part 2: Product
2.01 Materials
2.02 All steels used to manufacture doors, frames, anchors, and accessories shall meet at least
one or more of the following requirements:
A. Cold rolled steel shall conform to ASTM designations A1008, Standard Specification for
Steel Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy and High-Strength
Low-Alloy with Improved Formability and A568, Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet,
Carbon, Structural, and High-Strength, Low-Alloy, Hot-Rolled and Cold-Rolled, General
Requirements for.
B. Hot rolled, pickled and oiled steel shall comply with ASTM designations A1011, Standard
Specification for Steel, Sheet and Strip, Hot-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength
Low-Alloy and High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability and A568, Standard
Specification for Steel, Sheet, Carbon, Structural, and High-Strength, Low-Alloy, Hot-Rolled
and Cold-Rolled, General Requirements for.
C. Hot dipped zinc coated steel shall be of the alloyed type and comply with ASTM designa-
tions A924, Standard Specification for General Requirements for Steel Sheet, Metallic-
Coated by the Hot-Dip Process and A653, Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-
Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process.
2.03 Frames
A. Interior frames
1. Level 1 for door model [1] [2] [0.042″ (1.0mm)] [0.053″ (1.3mm)] minimum steel
thickness for frames
2. Level 2 for door model [1] [2] [0.042″ (1.0mm)] minimum steel thickness for frames
3. Level 3 for door model [1] [2] [3] [0.053″ (1.3mm)] [0.067″ (1.7mm)] minimum
steel thickness for frames
B. Exterior frames
1. Level 1 for door model [1] [2] [0.042″ (1.0mm)] [0.053″ (1.3mm)] minimum steel
thickness for frames
2. Level 2 for door model [1] [2] [0.053″ (1.3mm)] minimum steel thickness for frames
3. Level 3 for door model [1] [2] [3] [0.053″ (1.3mm)] [0.067″ (1.7mm)] minimum
steel thickness for frames
4. Level 4 for door model [1] [2] [0.067″ (1.7mm)] [0.093″ (2.3mm)] minimum steel
thickness for frames
C. Frames shall be [knockdown type] [slip-on drywall type] [face welded type] [full profile
weld type]
D. Provide frames, other than slip-on drywall type with a minimum of three anchors per jamb
suitable for the adjoining wall construction. Provide anchors of not less than 0.042″ (1.0
mm) in thickness or 0.167″ (4.2 mm) diameter wire. Frames OVER 7′6 ″ (2286 mm) shall
be provided with an additional anchor per jamb.
E. Slip-on drywall frame anchors shall be as provided by the manufacturer to assure per-
formance.
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F. Base anchors shall be provided, other than slip-on drywall type, with minimum thickness
of 0.042 ″ (1.0mm). For existing masonry wall conditions that do not allow for the use of
a floor anchor, an additional jamb anchor shall be provided.
G. All frames shall be fully prepared for all mortise template hardware and reinforced only
for surface mounted hardware. Drilling and/or tapping shall be completed by others.
H. Minimum hardware reinforcing gages shall comply with Table 4 of ANSI/SDI A250.8,
Specifications for Standard Steel Doors and Frames (SDI-100).
2.04 Doors
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4. Level 4
Model 1 – 0.067″ (1.7mm) minimum thickness
Model 2 – 0.067″ (1.7mm) minimum thickness
F. End closure: The top and bottom of the doors shall be closed with [flush] [inverted] chan-
nels or closures. The channels or closures shall have a minimum material thickness of
0.042″ (1.0mm).
G. Core: See ANSI/SDI A250.8, Specifications for Standard Steel Doors and Frames (SDI-
100), Section 2.3.2.
H. Door edge design: See ANSI/SDI A250.8, Specifications for Standard Steel Doors and
Frames (SDI-100), Section 2.3.1.3.
I. Minimum hardware reinforcing gages shall comply with Table 4 of ANSI/SDI A250.8,
Specifications for Standard Steel Doors and Frames (SDI-100).
J. Label requirements, steel astragals, louvers, vision lights – see ANSI/SDI A250.8, Speci-
fications for Standard Steel Doors and Frames (SDI-100) Section 2, Products.
2.05 Finishing
Prime finish: Doors and frames shall be thoroughly cleaned, and chemically treated to insure
maximum paint adhesion. All surfaces of the door and frame exposed to view shall receive a fac-
tory applied coat of rust inhibiting primer, either air-dried or baked-on. The finish shall meet the
requirements for acceptance stated in ANSI/SDI A250.10 Test Procedure and Acceptance Criteria
for Prime Painted Steel Surfaces for Steel Doors and Frames.
A. The clearance between the door and frame head and jambs shall be 1/8″ (3.2 mm) in the
case of both single swing and pairs of doors.
B. The clearance between the meeting edges of pairs of doors shall be 1/8″ (3.2 mm) to 1/4″
(6.3 mm), for fire rated doors 1/8″ (3.2 mm) ± 1/16″ (1.6 mm).
C. The clearance at the bottom shall be [3/4″ (19.1 mm)] [5/8″ (15.8 mm)].
D. The clearance between the face of the door and door stop shall be 1/16″ (1.6 mm) to 1/8″
(3.2 mm).
E. All clearances shall be, unless otherwise specified, subject to a tolerance of ± 1/32″
(0.8 mm).
Part 3: Execution
3.01 Installation
A. Frames shall be installed plumb, level, rigid and in true alignment as recommended in
ANSI/SDI A250.11, Recommended Erection Instructions for Steel Frames. All frames
other than slip-on types shall be fastened to the adjacent structure so as to retain their
position and stability. Drywall slip-on frames shall be installed in prepared wall openings
in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
B. Where grouting is required in masonry installations, frames shall be braced or fastened
in such a way that will prevent the pressure of the grout from deforming the frame mem-
bers. Grout shall be mixed to provide a 4″ (102mm) maximum slump consistency, hand
troweled into place. Grout mixed to a thin “pumpable” consistency shall not be used.
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C. Doors shall be installed and fastened to maintain alignment with frames to achieve maxi-
mum operational effectiveness and appearance. Doors shall be adjusted to maintain
perimeter clearances as specified in Section 2.1.8. Shimming shall be performed by the
installer as needed to assure the proper clearances are achieved.
D. Installation of hardware items shall be in accordance with the hardware manufacturer’s
recommendations and templates. ANSI/SDI A250.6, Recommended Practice for Hardware
Reinforcing on Standard Steel Doors and Frames shall be consulted for other pertinent
information.
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