Detex EAX-500-SKMC65 Surface Mount Battery Door Exit Alarm

Product Description

The DETEX EAX-500-SKMC65 is a surface mount battery-powered door exit alarm equipped with a magnetic switch. The unit mounts directly to a door and its frame, triggering an audible alert when the door is opened without authorization. The magnetic switch monitors door position and activates the alarm circuit when the door separates from the frame. This type of device is commonly installed by locksmiths, security contractors, and facilities maintenance technicians on exit doors in commercial and light industrial settings.

The EAX-500-SKMC65 is suited for exit doors in commercial buildings, schools, warehouses, and other facilities where unauthorized egress monitoring is required. Because the unit is battery-powered, it does not require line voltage wiring, making it practical for retrofit installations on existing doors where running conduit is not feasible. The surface mount design allows installation on hollow metal doors, wood doors, and similar applications without requiring mortising or cutouts in the door itself.

Key Features

• Surface mount design requires no door mortising or cutouts
• Magnetic switch monitors door position and triggers alarm on separation
• Battery-powered operation eliminates need for line voltage wiring
• Audible alarm alerts staff to unauthorized or unsupervised door openings
• Compact form factor suitable for retrofit installations on existing doors

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style surface mount battery door exit alarm for use on standard commercial and light industrial exit doors where magnetic switch monitoring is required.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed locksmith or security contractor. The alarm body mounts to the door face and the magnetic switch component mounts to the corresponding door frame, aligned for proper magnetic contact when the door is closed. No line voltage work is required, but installers should follow applicable local building codes and fire egress regulations when positioning exit alarms. Verify battery installation and alarm function before completing the job.