Spec-Equivalent Cross-Reference
Pemko Alternative
Spec-equivalent SB5 SKUs for the door and threshold seal family
Pemko (part of ASSA ABLOY) is a commercial-grade supplier of door bottoms, thresholds, perimeter seals, and brush sweeps for fire-rated and acoustic-rated door assemblies. Their catalog is published as PDFs and distributed through channel partners. SB5 sources to the same BHMA A156.21, A156.22, and UL 10C / 1784 standards that Pemko publishes against — same spec, direct from vetted factories, inspected at Plant City.
About this cross-reference
SB5 is not affiliated with Pemko. Pemko is a separate company; their trademarks belong to them. This page shows which SB5 components are built to the same published specification standards (BHMA A156.22 Grade 1; UL 10C / 10B / 1784; NFPA 80/105, BHMA A156.21; ADA/ANSI A117.1, AAMA 702; BHMA A156.22, BHMA A156.22 Grade 1; UL 10B/10C/1784; NFPA 80/105, BHMA A156.22 Grade 1; UL 10C; UL 1784; ASTM E283/E90, UL 1784; NFPA 105; UL 10C; NFPA 80) so OEM buyers searching for a Pemko-equivalent can find the matching SB5 SKU. Specs listed for Pemko products reflect the public industry standard — not Pemko's proprietary tooling, formulation, or branding.
Side-by-Side Spec Comparison
Pemko products and their SB5 spec-equivalents
Pemko product family
Pemko 18100 series / nylon brush door sweep
Aluminum-retainer brush sweep with type-6 nylon brush, used at the bottom of commercial doors for gap sealing under BHMA A156.22 and UL 10C fire-rated assemblies.
SB5 spec-equivalent
Nylon / PP Brush Strip with Aluminum Holder →
Aluminum-holder brush strip for garage door perimeter sealing, side jambs, and lintel headers. Nylon 6 or polypropylene filament in 0.006"–0.012" diameter; 1"–4" trim heights; 7/8"–3" aluminum 6063-T5…
| Spec | What the standard requires | What SB5 delivers |
|---|---|---|
| Retainer Material | Aluminum 6063-T5 retainer profile | Aluminum 6063-T5 |
| Brush Material | Type-6 nylon brush filament for fire-rated assemblies | Nylon 6 or polypropylene filament (0.006"–0.012") |
| Trim Height | Standard heights from 5/8" to 1-1/2" | 1" – 4" trim height range |
| Holder Angle | 45°, 90°, and 180° retainer profiles | 45° / 90° / 180° all stocked |
| Length Options | Cut-to-door-width with +1/2"/+1" trim allowance convention | 8 ft and 10 ft sticks; cut-to-size available |
Ready to spec out Nylon / PP Brush Strip with Aluminum Holder?
Pemko product family
Pemko 411-class / aluminum saddle threshold
Mill or anodized aluminum saddle threshold for commercial door openings. Listed under BHMA A156.21 and ADA/ANSI A117.1 for accessibility height limits.
SB5 spec-equivalent
Residential Garage Door Threshold Seal →
Floor-mounted threshold seal for residential garage doors. Heavy-vinyl or EPDM extrusion in ½" to 1¼" heights and 3½" to 5½" widths, supplied in 8, 10, 16, and 20 ft lengths. Pairs with the door botto…
| Spec | What the standard requires | What SB5 delivers |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum 6063-T5 mill or anodized finish | 6063-T5 aluminum mill / clear / dark bronze |
| Width Range | 3" – 6" width options | 3-1/2" – 5-1/2" residential profile (commercial widths on request) |
| Height (ADA-Compliant) | 1/4" – 1" height per ADA A117.1 | 1/2" – 1-1/4" residential; ADA-compliant variants available |
Ready to spec out Residential Garage Door Threshold Seal?
Pemko product family
Kerf-in foam-filled bulb seal (PemkoPrene-class)
Kerf-in jamb seal with PU foam core, PE skin, and a rigid PP spine. Used on the head and jambs of pre-hung exterior doors for air, water, and sound infiltration sealing.
SB5 spec-equivalent
Foam-Filled Bulb Seal →
Lightweight foam-core seal with vinyl or rubber skin for low-compression sealing applications. Provides cushioned contact with minimal closing force required.
| Spec | What the standard requires | What SB5 delivers |
|---|---|---|
| Core Construction | PU foam + PE skin + rigid PP spine | PU foam core + PE skin + rigid PP spine |
| Kerf Geometry | 1/8" × 3/8" kerf-in retention spine | 1/8" × 3/8" kerf-in spine |
| Bulb Reach | 0.500" – 0.875" reach range | 0.500" – 0.875" reach range |
| Color Options | White / dark brown / bronze / black | White / almond / bronze / black stocked |
Ready to spec out Foam-Filled Bulb Seal?
Pemko product family
Pemko 357-class nylon brush door sweep
Aluminum-retainer nylon brush sweep specifically configured for commercial door bottoms — flat mounting face with screw slots, brush filament projecting perpendicular for floor contact.
SB5 spec-equivalent
Nylon Brush Door Sweep →
Type-6 nylon brush door sweep in 6063-T5 aluminum retainer. 5/8" to 1-1/2" brush trim heights; 36, 48, 72, 84, and 96" lengths. BHMA A156.22 Grade 1; UL 10C / 10B / 1784 fire- and smoke-rated; NFPA 80…
| Spec | What the standard requires | What SB5 delivers |
|---|---|---|
| Brush Trim Heights | 5/8" – 1-1/2" standard heights | 5/8" – 1-1/2" trim heights stocked |
| Lengths | 36, 48, 72, 84, 96" door-width options | 36, 48, 72, 84, 96" + cut-to-size |
| Brush Filament | Type-6 nylon for fire-rated assemblies | Type-6 nylon (UL 10C compatible) |
Ready to spec out Nylon Brush Door Sweep?
Pemko product family
Pemko 411 / 412-class automatic door bottom
Mortise or surface-mount automatic drop seal for commercial doors. Aluminum case with spring drop bar and silicone / neoprene / TPV / brush insert.
SB5 spec-equivalent
Automatic Drop Seal (ADB) →
Spring-actuated automatic door bottom seal in mortise, semi-mortise, and surface-mount configurations. ½" standard drop range (¾" extended for excessive gap profiles). Aluminum case with neoprene, sil…
| Spec | What the standard requires | What SB5 delivers |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Variants | Mortise, semi-mortise, surface-mount | All three variants available |
| Drop Range | ½" standard, ¾" extended-gap option | ½" std / ¾" extended |
| Insert Options | Sponge silicone, sponge neoprene, TPV, nylon brush | All four insert materials available |
Ready to spec out Automatic Drop Seal (ADB)?
Pemko product family
Pemko Thresho-Sill saddle threshold
Aluminum saddle threshold for commercial door openings with beveled top profile. Mill, anodized, or dark-bronze finishes per BHMA A156.21 and ADA/ANSI A117.1.
SB5 spec-equivalent
Saddle Threshold →
Aluminum 6063-T5 saddle threshold for commercial door openings. 3" to 6" widths; 1/4" to 1" heights. Mill, clear-anodized, or dark-bronze finishes. BHMA A156.21 and ADA/ANSI A117.1 compliant.
| Spec | What the standard requires | What SB5 delivers |
|---|---|---|
| Widths | 3" – 6" widths | 3" – 6" widths |
| Heights | 1/4" – 1" rise (ADA-compliant) | 1/4" – 1" rise; ADA-compliant variants |
| Finishes | Mill, clear-anodized, dark-bronze | Mill, clear-anodized, dark-bronze |
Ready to spec out Saddle Threshold?
Pemko product family
Intumescent fire / smoke seal
Intumescent perimeter seal that expands under fire conditions to seal the door perimeter. PVC-cased intumescent core for kerf-in or surface mounting on fire-rated and smoke-rated assemblies.
SB5 spec-equivalent
Intumescent Smoke Seal →
Intumescent perimeter seal that expands under fire heat to seal door perimeter. PVC-cased intumescent core sized for kerf-in or surface installation. UL 1784 smoke-rated and UL 10C fire-rated; NFPA 80…
| Spec | What the standard requires | What SB5 delivers |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | Intumescent core + PVC casing | Intumescent core + PVC casing |
| Mounting | Kerf-in (1/8" × 3/8") or surface-applied | Both kerf-in and surface variants |
| Activation Temp | Begins expansion at 250–300 °F | 250–300 °F expansion threshold |
Ready to spec out Intumescent Smoke Seal?
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