Product SKU: PADP3/SS/BK
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Product Overview
The CQR PADP3/SS/BK Stainless Steel Double Push Hold Up Duress Button is a Grade 3 panic button designed for discreet alarm activation in commercial, retail, office, medical, education and higher-security residential environments. Its double push operation helps reduce accidental activation by requiring both buttons to be pressed, while the stainless steel and black finish provides a durable, professional appearance for visible or semi-discreet mounting. The PADP3/SS/BK supports selectable latching or non-latching operation, selectable normally open or normally closed wiring, activation indication, microswitch alarm and tamper functions, and selectable end-of-line resistor options for installer convenience. This makes it a practical duress button for compatible alarm systems where reliable hold-up activation, key reset capability and tamper monitoring are required.
Key Capabilities
Double Push Activation
The PADP3/SS/BK requires both buttons to be pressed for activation, helping reduce false alarms compared with simple single-button panic devices in busy or public-facing locations.
Grade 3 Hold Up Protection
The device is suitable for Grade 3 installations, making it appropriate for higher-security alarm applications where hold-up or duress signalling must be more robust than basic domestic panic buttons.
Selectable Wiring Options
Selectable normally open, normally closed and end-of-line resistor options give installers flexibility when connecting the button to compatible alarm panels and monitoring circuits.
Latching or Non-Latching Operation
The button can be configured for latching or non-latching operation, allowing the installer to match the duress behaviour to the site policy, panel programming and reset requirements.
Key Resettable Design
Key reset capability helps prevent unauthorised reset after activation and supports controlled return-to-normal operation once the alarm event has been handled.
Alarm and Tamper Microswitches
Microswitch alarm and tamper functions support secure wiring to compatible alarm panels, helping detect both deliberate activation and interference with the device housing.
Best For
- Retail Counters: Suitable for discreet duress activation near registers, service desks or staff-only counter positions.
- Medical and Reception Areas: Useful in clinics, consulting rooms and reception desks where staff may need a reliable hold-up alert option.
- Offices and Administration Areas: A practical fit for managers’ offices, reception zones or staff areas requiring a fixed duress button.
- Commercial Alarm Systems: Suitable for compatible Grade 3 alarm installations requiring tamper monitoring and key reset support.
- Higher-Security Residential Sites: Useful where a more robust double push hold-up button is preferred over a basic panic switch.
Why Choose the PADP3/SS/BK
Choose the CQR PADP3/SS/BK when a duress or hold-up button needs to be dependable, installer-friendly and resistant to accidental operation. Its double push design is valuable in locations where people may brush against the device or where false activations must be reduced, while the stainless steel and black finish suits professional commercial fit-outs. Compared with a basic single-button panic switch, the PADP3/SS/BK offers Grade 3 suitability, selectable operation, key reset, activation indication, alarm and tamper microswitches and built-in end-of-line resistor options. This model, supplied by Security Wholesalers, is a strong choice for compatible alarm systems where the panic button must be both practical for users and flexible for installers.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: Confirm the alarm panel input type before installation. The PADP3/SS/BK supports selectable normally open, normally closed and end-of-line wiring options, but the final configuration should match the panel zone programming and monitoring requirements.
Buyer Tip: Decide whether the site requires latching or non-latching operation. Latching operation is useful when a key reset is required after activation, while non-latching behaviour may suit different panel programming or site procedures.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Product Type |
Double push hold up duress button / panic button. |
| Model |
PADP3/SS/BK. |
| Brand |
CQR Security. |
| Security Grade |
Grade 3. |
| Operation Method |
Double push activation to help reduce accidental alarms. |
| Operation Mode |
Selectable latching or non-latching operation. |
| Reset Method |
Key resettable. |
| Contact Selection |
Selectable normally open or normally closed. |
| Alarm and Tamper |
Microswitch alarm and tamper support. |
| End-of-Line Support |
Selectable built-in end-of-line resistor options. |
| Activation Indicator |
Indicator shows activation status. |
| Connection Type |
Terminal connection. |
| Mounting |
Surface-mounted panic button design. |
| Material |
ABS and stainless steel construction. |
| Finish |
Stainless steel / black. |
| Dimensions |
Approximately 74 x 62 x 30 mm. |
| Environmental Class |
Environmental Class II. |
| Temperature Range |
-10°C to +40°C. |
| Standards |
EN50131-1 and EN50130-5. |
Ideal Use Cases
Retail Service Counters
Mount near a cashier or service position where staff can activate a duress alarm without relying on a mobile device.
Reception Desks
Use in reception areas where staff may face the public and need a discreet fixed hold-up button connected to the alarm system.
Medical Consulting Rooms
Suitable for clinics or treatment rooms where a staff member may need a reliable duress alert option during an incident.
Office Administration Areas
Install in staff-only or public-facing office areas where a controlled panic button location is required.
Cash Handling Areas
Useful near safes, counters or back-office cash handling locations where a duress event may need to be signalled quickly.
Grade 3 Alarm Installations
A suitable panic button option for compatible Grade 3 alarm systems requiring tamper monitoring and reliable hold-up activation.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need a CQR Grade 3 double push panic button in a stainless steel and black finish with key reset and selectable wiring options.
- Choose another finish if: The installation requires a white or different coloured panic button to better suit the wall, desk or fit-out style.
- Check before installation: Confirm zone type, resistor requirements, tamper wiring, latching mode, reset procedure and final mounting location with the alarm system design.
FAQs
- What is the CQR PADP3/SS/BK used for?
The CQR PADP3/SS/BK is used as a double push hold-up or duress button connected to a compatible alarm system. It allows staff or occupants to trigger a panic or hold-up alarm while reducing accidental operation because both buttons must be pressed for activation.
- Why does the PADP3/SS/BK use double push activation?
Double push activation helps reduce false alarms by requiring the user to press both buttons rather than accidentally bumping a single switch. This is useful in retail counters, reception desks, offices and other locations where a panic button may be close to normal daily activity.
- Is the PADP3/SS/BK suitable for Grade 3 alarm systems?
Yes. The PADP3/SS/BK is listed as a Grade 3 double push hold-up button. It includes features such as tamper support, selectable end-of-line resistors, selectable contact configuration and key reset capability, making it suitable for compatible Grade 3 alarm installations when installed correctly.
- Does the PADP3/SS/BK latch after activation?
The PADP3/SS/BK supports selectable latching or non-latching operation. In latching mode, the device can be reset with a key after activation. The correct setting depends on the alarm panel configuration, monitoring requirements and site procedure for responding to duress events.
- Can the PADP3/SS/BK be wired normally open or normally closed?
Yes. The PADP3/SS/BK supports selectable normally open or normally closed wiring. It also includes selectable end-of-line resistor options for installer convenience. The wiring method should be chosen to match the alarm panel zone configuration and any monitoring or compliance requirements.
- Where should a duress button like this be installed?
A duress button should be installed where authorised users can reach it discreetly during a threat, such as under or near a service counter, reception desk, consulting room, office desk or cash handling point. It should not be placed where accidental activation is likely or where unauthorised users can easily tamper with it.
- Does the PADP3/SS/BK include tamper protection?
Yes. The PADP3/SS/BK includes microswitch alarm and tamper functionality, with tamper protection suitable for properly wired alarm systems. Tamper wiring should be connected and configured according to the alarm panel design so interference with the device can be detected.
- What should I check before buying the PADP3/SS/BK?
Before buying the PADP3/SS/BK, confirm the alarm panel supports the required zone type, resistor values, tamper input, latching behaviour and reset process. This model is available through Security Wholesalers for compatible duress and hold-up alarm installations where a Grade 3 double push panic button is required.
Additional Information
PADP3 Datasheet
