Shielding Spaces. Securing Health.
Vanguard Steel Lead-Lined Doors are specially designed to provide effective radiation shielding in environments where X-rays or gamma rays are present. Commonly used in hospitals, diagnostic centres, laboratories, and industrial facilities, these doors are critical for ensuring the safety of personnel and patients. Designed to meet radiation shielding standards, Vanguard lead-lined doors combine structural strength with medical-grade protection, without compromising on aesthetics or functionality.
Technical Specifications
Steel Frames
- • Fabricated from commercial-grade cold rolled steel (ASTM A366) or hot-dip galvanized steel (ASTM A653)
- Available in thickness options:
- 1.6 mm (14 gauge)
- 2.0 mm (12 gauge) - Precision-formed bends with sharp radius for superior strength and fitting
- Integrated lead lining (as per required lead equivalency) for radiation shielding
- Seamless construction ensures complete protection with no radiation leakage
Steel Shutters
- 45 mm thick, full flush door leaf with internal lead sheet lining
- Available in 1.2 mm (16 ga.) or 1.6 mm (14 ga.) thickness.
- Lead sheet thickness varies from 1 mm to 3 mm based on shielding requirements (typically 1 mm Pb to 3 mm Pb)
- Manufactured using ASTM A366 cold rolled steel or ASTM A526 galvanized steel
- Vertical edges interlocked; 1.2 mm deep steel channels at top and bottom for added rigidity
- Vision panel (if required) is fitted with lead glass of equivalent lead rating
Available Sizes
- Single Door: Up to 1200 mm (W) × 2400 mm (H)
- Double Door: Up to 2400 mm (W) × 2400 mm (H)
- Custom oversize doors available on request with engineering validation
Ironmongery
- Supplied to BS standards; ANSI-certified hardware available upon request
- Factory-prepared concealed cutouts in shutters and frames for seamless fitting
- Supplied hardware includes:
- Stainless Steel Butt Hinges
- Mortise Lockset
- Euro Profile Double Cylinder
- Stainless Steel Lever or Pull Handle
- Heavy-duty Door Closer - Door Stopper
- Lead-lined Door Glass (optional)
- Lead-lined Auto drop seal (optional)
- All ironmongery components supplied separately with detailed installation manuals
Finish & Colour Options
- Factory-finished with electrostatic powder coating, oven-baked at high temperatures
- Standard coating thickness: 70–80 microns (customizable up to 150 microns)
- Surface finish options: Smooth or textured
Applications
- X-ray and radiology rooms
- CT scan and MRI rooms
- Cancer treatment centres
- Industrial radiography labs
- Nuclear research facilities
- Veterinary radiology rooms
Why Choose Vanguard?
- Precision-engineered radiation shielding
- Customizable lead equivalency and sizes
- Durable and hygienic finish suitable for medical environments
- Compliance with international radiation safety standards
- Full technical support and documentation
