Description
Zurn Z1461 Square Hinged Floor Access Panel
Product Overview
The Zurn Z1461 Square Hinged Access Panel provides convenient, secure access to concealed plumbing valves, mechanical components, and service equipment installed beneath finished floors or behind walls. Designed for light-duty commercial and institutional applications, this access panel features a hinged, scoriated cover and a matching square frame with anchor lugs.
Engineered for flush installation in floors or walls, the Z1461 allows maintenance personnel to access concealed building components without removing the surrounding finished surface.
Available in Dura-Coated cast iron, polished bronze, and polished nickel bronze, the Z1461 offers multiple finish options to accommodate functional utility spaces and architectural installations.
Key Features & Benefits
- Hinged Access Cover: Provides convenient access to concealed plumbing valves and service equipment.
- 12" × 12" Square Frame: Designed for flush installation in floors or walls.
- Scoriated Cover: Features a textured, patterned surface.
- Secured Cover Design: Helps keep the access panel closed during normal use.
- Integral Anchor Lugs: Allow the frame to be secured within the surrounding construction.
- Three Finish Options: Dura-Coated cast iron, polished bronze, or polished nickel bronze.
- Flush-Mount Installation: Designed to align with the surrounding finished floor or wall.
- Optional Vandal-Proof Screws: Available with the Zurn -VP suffix.
- Light-Duty Design: Intended for applications where heavy vehicular loading is not required.
Typical Applications
The Zurn Z1461 hinged access panel is suitable for light-duty access applications in commercial and institutional buildings, including:
- Commercial building floors and utility areas
- Mechanical rooms and plumbing service spaces
- Institutional and public buildings
- Interior wall access locations
- Concealed valve access points
- Maintenance and inspection openings
- Light-duty pedestrian areas where an appropriate access panel is required
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Zurn |
| Model | Z1461 |
| Product Type | Square Hinged Access Panel |
| Product Designation | -12 |
| Frame Size (A) | 12" × 12" (305 × 305 mm) |
| Dimension (C) | 10" (254 mm) Square |
| Depth | 1-3/4" (44 mm) |
| Approximate Weight | 11 lb (5 kg) |
| Cover Design | Hinged, Scoriated, Secured |
| Frame Construction | Square Frame with Anchor Lugs |
| Installation | Flush with Finished Floor or Wall |
| Application | Light Duty |
| Standard Finish | Dura-Coated Cast Iron |
| Optional Finishes | Polished Bronze, Polished Nickel Bronze |
| Optional Fasteners | Vandal-Proof Screws (-VP) |
Dimensions and approximate weight are based on Zurn specification sheet Z1461, Rev. G, dated February 6, 2023. Dimensions are subject to manufacturing tolerances and change without notice.
Available Finish Options
The Zurn Z1461 is offered in three material and finish configurations to suit different architectural and installation requirements.
| Prefix | Material / Finish | Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| Z | Dura-Coated Cast Iron | Standard |
| ZAB | Bronze with Polished Scoriated Cover | Optional Finish |
| ZANB | Nickel Bronze with Polished Scoriated Cover | Optional Finish |
Note: The Dura-Coated cast iron configuration is regularly furnished unless otherwise specified. Select the required finish using the product options before adding to cart.
Engineering Specification
Zurn Z1461: Square hinged, Dura-Coated cast iron, scoriated secured access panel and frame with anchor lugs. Designed to be set flush with the finished wall or floor for light-duty applications.
Installation Considerations
- Verify Opening Dimensions: Confirm the required access opening and surrounding construction before installation.
- Flush Installation: Install the access panel so the frame aligns with the finished floor or wall surface.
- Frame Anchorage: Incorporate the integral anchor lugs into the installation as required by the project design.
- Hinged Cover Clearance: Allow sufficient clearance to open the cover and access concealed equipment.
- Replacement Compatibility: Confirm the existing frame dimensions, depth, and configuration before ordering.
- Application Requirements: Verify that the light-duty design is suitable for the intended location.
Important: The nominal 12" × 12" frame dimension differs from the 10" square dimension identified as C in the manufacturer's drawing. Review the dimensional drawing when planning the installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is the Zurn Z1461 access panel?
The Z1461 has a nominal 12" × 12" (305 × 305 mm) square frame. The manufacturer's drawing also identifies a 10" (254 mm) square dimension and an approximate depth of 1-3/4" (44 mm).
Can the Zurn Z1461 be installed in a wall?
Yes. Zurn specifies the Z1461 for flush installation in either a finished wall or floor for light-duty applications.
What material and finish options are available?
The Z1461 is available in Dura-Coated cast iron (Z), bronze with a polished scoriated cover (ZAB), and nickel bronze with a polished scoriated cover (ZANB).
Does the Z1461 include a hinged cover?
Yes. The Z1461 features a square hinged, scoriated, secured access cover designed to provide access to concealed building components.
Are vandal-proof screws available?
Yes. Zurn lists vandal-proof screws as an optional configuration using the -VP suffix. Confirm availability for the selected finish before ordering.
Is the Zurn Z1461 suitable for heavy traffic?
The manufacturer's specification identifies the Z1461 for light-duty applications. Suitability for heavy equipment or vehicular loading should not be assumed without manufacturer confirmation.
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