Wire mesh protective cage guard for emergency lights and other exposed equipment.

Steel Protective Wire Guard for Emergency Lighting Units – Maximum Protection

Secure your equipment against impacts and vandalism. This heavy-duty steel protective wire guard is the ideal solution for protecting emergency lighting units, detectors, and other sensitive devices installed in high-risk areas. Whether in a gymnasium, a warehouse, or a busy corridor, it ensures the longevity of your vital safety equipment.

Wire mesh protective cage guard for emergency lights, emergency exit signs, lighting fixtures, clocks, speakers, etc.

This wire mesh cage guard is made of 3/16" (4.5 mm) steel wire mesh welded into a strong and lightweight grid. The steel wire mesh is painted with white enamel powder coating that provides additional resistance to corrosion. The guard has 4 fixation points.

Wire mesh cage guards are essential in schools, arenas, gyms, parks, and recreation centres – basically in any place where balls, pucks, sticks and bats are thrown around by young people with limitless energy. They are equally useful in commercial and industrial environments such as malls, shops, warehouses, factories, workshops, garages, etc.

This wire mesh guard is compatible with our following emergency lighting units: LUMR, LUMRM, LUMRMB, LUMA, LUMBA, LU36C, LU36CLED, LU6362LED, LU6362MT, LU121602MT and LU122002MT.

Outer dimensions:
width 21 5/8" x height 16 13/16" x depth 6 ¼"
(width 55.5 cm x height 42.8 cm x depth 16 cm)

Inner dimensions:
width 21 ½" x height 16 ¼" x depth 6"
(width 54.5 cm x height 41.4 cm x depth 15 cm)

Grid: 2" x 2" (5 cm x 5 cm)

Why Choose This Protective Wire Guard?

• Unmatched Robustness: Constructed from high-quality steel with a durable white powder-coated finish, it withstands heavy impacts without deforming.

• Universal Design: Its generous dimensions allow it to cover most standard emergency lighting units while allowing light or signals to pass through freely.

• Preventive Protection: Significantly reduces maintenance and replacement costs by preventing accidental damage caused by balls, forklifts, or acts of mischief.

• Easy Installation: Designed to be mounted directly to walls or ceilings, providing an immediate and effective physical barrier.

Technical Specifications

• Product Reference: DETECG.

• Material: Steel with a white powder-coated finish.

• Dimensions: 15 in x 15 in x 5 in (38 cm x 38 cm x 12.7 cm).

• Color: White.

• Mounting Type: Wall or ceiling mounted.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What types of equipment can this guard protect?

While ideal for emergency lighting units (battery packs), it is also perfect for protecting wall clocks, speakers, thermostats, or large-scale smoke detectors.

Does the wire guard interfere with lighting efficiency?

No, the wide-mesh structure is engineered to maximize light distribution while blocking physical objects that could damage lenses or bulbs.

Is mounting hardware included?

Mounting screws are typically not included, as they must be adapted to the specific surface type (concrete, drywall, wood) where the guard will be installed.

Can it be installed outdoors?

This model is primarily designed for indoor use. For outdoor installations exposed to the elements, we recommend checking for specific corrosion-resistant products.

OHS Expert Advice

"In environments like gyms or distribution centers, emergency lights are frequent targets for balls or lifting equipment. Installing a wire guard is a minor investment that ensures your emergency lighting will be operational the day you truly need it to evacuate the building safely."

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