The EAX-2500S provides hardwired door alarm protection for restricted access doors and emergency exits where unauthorized egress must be detected and deterred. This surface-mount unit installs on secure doors in hospitals, schools, retail stores, and office buildings where a secondary exit needs to stay available but should not be used casually. Detex designed this alarm to sound at approximately 100dB when someone attempts unauthorized exit through restricted doors.
The unit mounts in a standard 4x4 double outlet box for quick installation with ordinary tools. Field-selectable features let you choose status indicators and auto rearm options without rewiring. Silent arming prevents false alarms during normal door operation. The tamper-resistant housing protects internal electronics from vandalism.
AC/DC hardwired power with optional 9VDC backup battery ensures continuous operation during power outages. The patented cam assembly automatically adjusts for different cylinder sizes without spacers. Gray finish blends with most door hardware.
| Product Family | EAX-2500F/EAX-2500S |
|---|---|
| Mount Type | Surface |
| Power Source | AC/DC Hardwired |
| Sound Output | ~100dB Piezo Horn |
| Box Size | 4" x 4" Double Outlet |
| Finish | Gray |
The EAX-2500S is a door alarm, not exit hardware. It signals that a door was opened and does not latch, lock or release the opening, so it is specified alongside the exit device rather than in place of one. Background on the rules that govern the opening itself is in our guide to IBC Chapter 10 means of egress.