100 dB Outdoor Door Alarm | Weatherized Electronics | Emergency Exits, Gates & Wet Environments

Protect exterior emergency exits and restricted openings with the Detex EAX-500W Weatherized Exit Alarm, designed specifically for doors and gates exposed to outdoor conditions, moisture, and harsh environments.

The EAX-500W combines the proven operation of the EAX-500 with weatherized electronics certified to Detex's driving-rain and salt-fog testing requirements, making it the appropriate EAX model for exterior or wet-area installations.

Key Features

• Genuine Detex EAX Series

• Model EAX-500W / ES500W

• Weatherized battery-powered exit alarm

• Designed for outdoor and wet environments

• Approximately 100 dB piezo alarm

• 9VDC battery operation

• Low-battery alert

• Weatherized electronics

• Tested for Driving Rain and Salt Fog

• Surface-mounted design

• Suitable for doors or compatible gates

• Tapered cover fits many narrow-stile doors

• Automatic electronic handing

• Authorized key required to silence alarm

• LED visual and audible arming indicators

• Field-selectable rearm functions

• Secure, tamper-resistant housing

Designed for Exterior Openings

The EAX-500W is specifically intended for applications where a standard indoor alarm would be exposed to:

• Rain

• Moisture

• Outdoor air

• Wet environments

• Industrial conditions

• Exterior gates

Detex identifies the unit for emergency exits that open to outdoors or wet environments.

Weatherized Electronics

Detex specifies weatherized electronics certified to:

Driving Rain Testing

and

Salt Fog Testing

This makes the EAX-500W significantly better suited than the standard EAX-500 for exposed commercial openings.

100 dB Audible Alarm

When an unauthorized exit occurs, the device activates an approximately:

100 dB Piezo Alarm

The strong audible warning helps alert employees, security personnel, and nearby occupants that the protected opening has been used.

9VDC Battery Operation

The EAX-500W operates from a 9VDC battery and includes a Low Battery Alert.

This self-contained design eliminates the need for line-voltage wiring in many applications.

Extended Bypass & Auto Rearm

The weatherized EAX-500W includes configurable alarm-control functions.

Detex lists features including:

• Extended bypass

• Automatic rearming when the door closes

• Field-selectable 2-minute auto rearm

• Selectable status indicators

• Audible and visual arming indication

Exact programming should be selected to match the facility's operational and security requirements.

Automatic Handing

The intelligent circuit automatically senses the position of the magnet and configures the proper door handing.

This simplifies installation and reduces the need for separate left- and right-hand alarm models.

Mortise Cylinder Options

A mortise cylinder is required for keyed control and is not included in the standard unit unless ordered as an option.

Available configurations include:

• MC65 – Detex mortise cylinder

• IC7 – 7-pin interchangeable-core housing

Detex's current price schedule confirms cylinders are ordered separately or factory installed as an option.

Product Specifications

Manufacturer: Detex
Model: EAX-500W
DSI Number: ES500W
Product Type: Weatherized Exit Alarm
Mounting: Surface Mount
Environment: Outdoor / Wet / Harsh Environment
Power: 9VDC Battery
Alarm Output: Approximately 100 dB
Alarm Type: Piezo
Low Battery Alert: Yes
Automatic Handing: Yes
Weather Testing: Driving Rain & Salt Fog
Cylinder: Mortise Cylinder – Sold Separately
Application: Exterior Emergency & Restricted Doors

Common Applications

Ideal for:

• Exterior emergency exits

• Outdoor gates

• Warehouses

• Loading areas

• Parking structures

• Schools

• Hospitals

• Manufacturing facilities

• Government buildings

• Utility buildings

• Industrial facilities

• Exterior restricted-access doors

EAX-500W vs. EAX-500

EAX-500W

• Weatherized electronics

• Intended for outdoor or wet environments

• Driving Rain and Salt Fog tested

EAX-500

• Standard indoor alarm

• Better suited for protected interior commercial openings

If the alarm will be exposed directly to weather, specify the EAX-500W.

Important Installation Note

Detex notes that the standard double-door configuration shown for the EAX-500 is not available for the EAX-500W weatherized alarm.

Also note that the SK1 through SK6 surface magnetic-switch kits offered with the standard EAX-500 are not offered with the weatherized configuration.

What's Included

(1) Detex EAX-500W Weatherized Exit Alarm

Standard components include the weatherized alarm housing, electronics, and applicable mounting/sensing components.