Each tGard stack has between one and ten slots for different elements which create an interlock that is configured for your specific application. Each slot can have a mix of different things, this page gives technical details about Entry Access
If you are not familiar with tGard we recommend you first read about the range in general on the tGard product page or look at our how to buy tGard page to understand the process of configuring the perfect stack.
Entry Access – Actuators
TAF – Fixed Actuator
✔ Fixed Actuator suitable for mounting on either sliding or hinged
doors.
TAH – Handle Actuators
✔ Handle actuators suitable for bracket-less mounting to either
hinged (TAH) or sliding (TAS) doors.
✔ 4mm misalignment feature.
✔ TAH actuator can be converted to a TAS actuator on site, and
vice versa.
TAS – Handle Actuators
✔ Handle actuators suitable for bracket-less mounting to either
hinged (TAH) or sliding (TAS) doors.
✔ 4mm misalignment feature.
✔ TAH actuator can be converted to a TAS actuator on site, and
vice versa.
THB – Handle Blank
✔ Blank handle (without actuator) for use on inside of doors.
TEN – Handle Actuators
✔ Intuitive handle actuator giving latching feature on hinged doors.
✔ 4mm misalignment feature.
✔ Rear of actuator can hold up to 8mm padlocks.
✔ Handing can be changed on site.
✔ Prevents interlock being used as mechanical stop as per
standard.
✔ TEH internal knob allows actuator to be retracted but not
extended.
TEH – Handle Actuators
✔ Intuitive handle actuator giving latching feature on hinged doors.
✔ 4mm misalignment feature.
✔ Rear of actuator can hold up to 8mm padlocks.
✔ Handing can be changed on site.
✔ Prevents interlock being used as mechanical stop as per
standard.
✔ TEH internal knob allows actuator to be retracted but not
extended.
TNH – High Level Coded RF Actuator
✔ RF actuator with tolerance for misalignment.
✔ To be used with tGard High Level Coded element.
📜 The internal knob on TEH handle only opens an already unlocked device and does not release the solenoid or lock mechanism. A TRX/Z (escape release element) must be used to deliver that functionality, in combination with a THM head element and selected actuator.
Safety Data of Entry Access
Applied Standards |
BS EN ISO 13849-1:20082015 |
Certifications |
CE marked for all applicable directives, cTUVus |
Category |
Up to Cat. 3, PLd (EN/ISO 13849-1) and SIL2 (EN/IEC 62061) Up to PLe/Cat. 4 / SIL3 where tGard High-Level-Coded element is used |
Functional Safety Data |
B10d (for whole tGard device, which will contain multiple elements) / 5,000,000 |
Technical Specifications of Entry Access
Housing Materials |
Painted die cast aluminium Glass reinforced Nylon – TNH Only |
Colour |
Dark Grey |
Ambient Temperature |
-25°C to 40°C (-13°F to 104°F) |
Environment |
Indoor use only |
Actuator Material |
Stainless Steel |
Retention Force |
2500N |
Mechanical Life |
1,000,000 Operations |
Maximum Frequency of Ops |
1 per second |
Head & Cap Element
Actuator Head Element – THM
Ideally suited for authorised access only, or linked access to other machinery.
✔ 5 orientations (left, right, front, back and top)
✔ Can be used to lock door when used with keys or solenoid or just as mechanical link to safety contacts.
tGard Head Module Part Number Options -Head only
Cap Element – THC
Used to terminate all non-door lock or gate switch configurations.
Used in mechanical exchange box, machine control or key switch configurations.
tGard Head Module Part Number Options – Cap only
TLO – Lock – Out Clip
For up to two operators to lock-out w/padlocks.
Safety Related Data
Standards |
EN13849-1 EN13849-2 EN14119 |
Approvals |
TÜV SÜD for Europe, Canada & USA |
Category |
Cat. 3, PLd (EN/ISO 13849-1) |
Functional Safety Data |
B10d (for whole tGard device, which will contain multiple elements) / 5,000,000 |
Technical Specifications |
THM |
THC |
Housing Materials |
Painted die cast zinc alloy |
Painted die cast zinc alloy |
Colour |
Dark Grey |
Dark Grey |
Ingress Protection |
IP65* |
IP65* |
Operating Force |
5N to 10N |
N/A |
Retention Force Locked |
2500N |
N/A |
Mechanical Life |
1,000,000 Operations |
N/A |
Maximum Frequency of Ops |
1 per second |
N/A |
Ambient Temperature |
-25°C to 40°C (-13°F to 104°F) |
-25°C to 40°C (-13°F to 104°F) |
Environment |
Indoor use only |
Indoor use only |
Minimum hinged door radius |
150mm (using TAH actuator handle) |
N/A |
*IP protection is to the tGard stack that this module attaches to, when correctly fitted according to installation and maintenance instrections.
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