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CLASS A Fire Doors | 1 Hour Fire Rated | 60 Min Fire Door South Africa
Class A 60 Minute Fire Door
Class A fire doors (also known as 1 hour fire rated doors or 60 min fire doors) deliver essential fire resistant protection compliant with SANS 1253:2016 – Stability 60 minutes, Integrity 30 minutes, Insulation 30 minutes. Perfect for internal fire doors, external fire doors, commercial fire doors, residential fire doors, emergency escape fire doors, and exit fire doors in garages, stairwells, offices, hospitals, and hospitality buildings across South Africa.
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In South Africa, fire doors are a legal requirement – all buildings must comply with SANS 10400: Part T – Fire Protection regulations. Fire doors and assemblies must comply with SANS 1253 (Fire-doors and fire-shutters).
Class A or 1 hour fire rated doors (also called 60 min fire doors) are typically used in single-storey buildings with medium risk or commercial settings. These fire rated doors provide:
- Stability: 60 minutes (1 hour) – door holds in place.
- Integrity: 30 minutes – no flames/smoke passage (movement ≤25mm from frame).
- Insulation: 30 minutes – unexposed side stays below 140°C average rise.
Ideal for internal fire doors, external fire doors, commercial fire doors, residential fire doors, emergency escape fire doors, exit fire doors, and emergency exit doors in garages, stairwells, offices, hospitals, and hospitality settings.
At Doors Online (based in Benoni, Gauteng), we supply fire doors south africa compliant with fire door specifications regulations. Options include powder coated fire doors, stainless steel fire doors, fire door frames steel, fire door frames, and wooden fire door frames. Specialised fire doors, custom made fire doors, hospital doors, and hospitality doors available.
SANS 1253 Compliant • Nationwide Delivery • Fire Door Certification Available • Expert Advice
Internal vs External Class A Fire Doors
The fire-resistant core ensures the door withstands rated exposure times, covered by outer skins for appearance and durability.
Internal Class A Fire Doors differ from external primarily in outer skins for moisture resistance.
Internal Options:
- Class A MDF / Masonite / Hardboard Fire Doors – Most common & cost-effective. Brown 2.7mm MDF/hardboard skins – paint to any colour.
- Class A Veneered Fire Doors – Natural look: cost-effective Okoume/commercial veneer; premium Sapele, White Oak, Walnut, etc.
External Options:
- Galvanized Cladding – Cover outside (or both sides) with 0.8mm galvanized steel + U-channel edge sealing for weather resistance.
- Wooden Finish – Solid hardwood slats (Saligna/Meranti) or water-resistant Okoume/Marine Ply – natural wood appearance while fire-resistant.
Class A vs Other Fire Door Classes – Which Do You Need?
| Class | Stability | Integrity | Insulation | Typical Use (SANS 10400-T) | Impact Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class A | 60 min | 30 min | 30 min | Garages, stairwells, corridors, offices | No |
| Class B | 120 min | 60 min | 60 min | High-risk areas, plant rooms | No |
| Class D | 120 min | 120 min | None | Security-focused fire doors | Yes |
| Class E | 30 min | 30 min | 30 min | Lower-risk residential/internal | No |
Class A fire doors balance cost and protection – stronger than Class E but more affordable than Class B.
Where Are Class A Fire Doors Required in South Africa?
Fire doors regulations (SANS 10400-T Part T) mandate fire resistant doors in:
Garages attached to homes (separation from living areas)
Escape routes & stairwells in multi-storey buildings
Commercial/office separations needing 60-min walls
Multi-unit apartments, hotels, schools (per SANS 10400-T)
Any area specified by fire risk assessment or insurance
Non-compliance risks fines, insurance invalidation, or worse – life safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Class A fire doors?
Class A fire rated doors provide 60 min stability, 30 min integrity/insulation – 1 hour fire rated protection.
What’s the difference between Class A and Class E fire doors?
Class A gives 60-min stability (vs 30 min for E) – use A where regs demand higher protection.
Do your Class A doors come with certification?
Yes – test reports & compliance certs available on request (SANS 1253 compliant).
Do you supply fire door frames?
Yes – fire door frames steel, wooden, custom.
Can you deliver to Cape Town, Durban, etc.?
Yes – nationwide from Gauteng.
Still have some questions you would like to discuss?
Give us a call on 068 305 4568 or email us directly at [email protected]