Postmaster Letterplate

Introducing the Postmaster Professional TS008 Slim Letterplate 

The Postmaster Professional TS008 Slim Letterplate offers a perfect blend of security, durability, and sleek design. Engineered to meet the highest industry standards, this versatile solution is suitable for both residential applications. With robust features such as a concealed hinge mechanism, exceptional weather sealing, and corrosion-resistant materials, it ensures reliable, long-lasting performance.  

Designed for easy installation and rigorously tested for endurance, it enhances the safety while providing peace of mind. This technical innovation is specifically developed to resist opportunist attacks making it ideal for all letterplate assemblies and slide-through boxes that allow mail to pass through doors. 

Features and Benefits 

• Barrier Protection: This system features dual side plate shields that automatically extend when the internal flap is opened, offering additional security by blocking external access to the thumb turn or key 
• CombShield Defence: Technology obstructs the view through the letterplate preventing attackers from visually gauging the position of items inside the home. Furthermore, the cleverly designed CombShield technology works by incorporating comb-like teeth that act as barriers, reducing the ability for a fishing rod to move side-to-side and potentially preventing unauthorised retrieval of items like keys or small valuables adding an additional layer of security to your door. 
• Final-Fixing Fastener: To facilitate easy installation of the letterplate, a specially designed final-fixing fastener has been developed. The screw pin can be easily inserted during the final steps of installation, making it straightforward to capture the side shield slots. A standard Allen hex key requires only a few turns to secure the assembly effectively. Additionally, the design of the pin ensures quiet operation and enhanced durability, thanks to its innovative design and stainless-steel material.  
• Adjustable channel: The adjustable channel design allows for accommodating a range of door leaf thicknesses. For doors measuring 44mm to 54mm thick, the channel is set at a lower position, while for thicknesses of up to 63mm, the channel can be raised to a higher position. This method of adjustment ensures that the letterplate retains its sleek, slimline aesthetic while simultaneously meeting the stringent requirements of TS008 testing.  
• Positive Stop Flap: The inner flap comes equipped with a positive stop feature to prevent tampering and 'fishing' attempts. 
• Concealed Hinge Design: The internal design houses a unique concealed hinge mechanism for added security and durability. 
• Stand-Alone Unit: Available as a self-contained, stand-alone unit that requires no additional attachments for installation. 
• Weather Sealing: Fitted with a full gasket to ensure complete weatherproofing, providing optimal protection against the elements. 
• Easy Installation: Requires as few as 4 x M4 screws for straightforward and fast installation. 
• Corrosion Resistance: External flap constructed from Austenitic 304 stainless steel, ensuring ultimate corrosion resistance for long-lasting durability. 
• Smooth Radius Edges: Designed with smooth, rounded edges for a sleek and aesthetically pleasing appearance. 
• Compact Sightline: Features a 96mm sightline height for minimal visual disruption. 
• Adjustable Telescopic Sleeve: Telescopic sleeve design accommodates a variety of door thicknesses, from 40mm to 75mm. 

Specifications 

• TS008:2022 Accredited: Meets the rigorous standards set by TS008:2022 for ultimate peace of mind. 
• Certification: KM 751616 certification ensures the product meets key performance criteria. 
• PAS 24:2022 Compliant: Conforms to the requirements of PAS 24:2016, PAS24: 2022, and Approved Document Q, guaranteeing enhanced security standards. 
• Versatile Application: Can be fitted to any timber or composite door to achieve full TS008:2015 compliance. 
• Corrosion Tested: The external unit has been tested in accordance with BS EN 1670 Grade 5, surpassing 1000 hours of neutral salt spray testing (NSST) for corrosion resistance. 
• Endurance Tested: Proven to withstand 20,000 operational cycles, ensuring long-term reliability. The equivalent of 54 years based on once-a-day usage. 
• Mechanical and Surface Guarantees: Comes with a 10-year Mechanical Guarantee and a 25-year Surface Finish Guarantee for added confidence in performance and durability. 
• Fire Safety Compliance: Meets the stringent requirements of FD30 and FD60 fire ratings when tested as part of a door set. 
• Fire Testing Standards: Rigorously tested according to BS 476-22 and EN 1363-1 standards, ensuring reliable fire safety performance. 

The Yale Postmaster Professional TS008 letterplate boasts a long list of features that set it apart from the other letterplate options. With its 96mm sightline height, and telescopic feature allowing it to suit a range of door types and thicknesses, this letterplate offers the utmost practicality and versatility.

Designed with security in mind, the inner flap has a positive stop feature to guard against common attack methods and ‘fishing’.

Features

• Patent pending design features
• Inner flap has a positive stop feature to guard against 'fishing'
• Internal design houses a unique concealed hinge mechanism
• Available as a stand-alone unit with no further attachments
• Fitted with a complete gasket for ultimate weather sealing
• As little as 4 x M4 screws for easy installation
• External flap manufactured from Austenitic 304 stainless steel for ultimate corrosion resistance
• Smooth radius edges
• 96mm sightline height
• Telescopic sleeve to suit a variety of door thicknesses (40mm to 75mm)

Specifications

• TS008:2015 accredited
• KM 751616
• Conforms to the requirements of PAS 24:2016 and Approved Document Q
• Can be fitted to any timber of composite door for TS008:2015 compliance
• External unit corrosion tested to BS EN 1670 Grade 5 - tested in excess of 1000 hours NSST
• Endurance tested to 20,000 cycles
• 10-year Mechanical Guarantee
• 25-year Surface Finish Guarantee
• Meets the requirements of FD30 and FD60 when tested as part of a door set 
• Tested in accordance with BS 476-22
• Tested in accordance with EN 1363-1

Included within the Yale Lifetime Security Guarantee*

*Terms and conditions apply

What is 'Fishing'?

Fishing is a common method of attack whereby items such as keys are removed from the home via the letterplate.

TS008:2015 explained

All new Secured-by-Design applications on or after 1st October 2018 will be required to have door sets that’s are fully certified to PAS 24:2016 (Enhanced security performance requirements for door sets and windows in the UK). The updated PAS 24:2016 standard references the Door and Hardware Federation (DHF) TS008: 2015 security standard. This means that to meet the latest requirement the door will require a TS008 accredited letterplate to comply.

TS008 letterplates are referenced within the Building Regulations Approved Document Q as being shown to protect against various attack methods, including letterplate ‘fishing’

This technical specification provides a means of evolution against opportunist attack and to prevent contents from being removed from the property. It applies to all letterplate assemblies that allow mail to pass directly through a door or side panel and all slide through boxes that allow mail to pass directly through a door or door side panel.*

FD60 

The FD60 specification tests doorsets to withstand at least 60 minutes protection against fires. When tested as part of a doorset, Yale’s Postmaster Professional TS008 letterplate not only exceeded the FD60 time test by an additional 25%, but also successfully passed the smoke leakage test.

*Technical specification TS008:2015/ DHF1112:04/16

The Yale Platinum letterplates combine eye catching aesthetics with sturdy construction and long service life. Designed to complement the Yale range of premium door furniture the Platinum range of letter plates are suitable for a wide range of door thicknesses and materials.

  Features

• Premium letterplate with 316 Stainless Steel external plate
• Stainless Steel M6 fixing screws secure the letterplate to the door
• Marine grade stainless steel on external components for the ultimate corrosion resistance
• Suites with the Yale Platinum Door Handles
• Available with 20/40mm and 40/80mm sleeve
• External weather seal and integral draught seal
• Durable spring loaded flap tested to 120,000 operations

 Specifications

• Product conforms to BS EN 13724:2002
• 180 degree flap opening
• 20-year Mechanical Guarantee
• 20-year Surface Finish Guarantee
• Tested to 25,000 cycles to full 180° opening
• Corrosion tested to BS EN 1670 (480hrs. NSST)

Included within the Yale Lifetime Security Guarantee*

*Terms and conditions apply

Fixing Screws

SS201 Grade Stainless steel, all in black.

• 65mm, 75mm or 85mm for all Y2G-4080- XX
• 45mm or 55mm for all Y2G-2040-XX

Features:

• Most comprehensive range in Europe
• Covers every application
• Full colour range available 12 inch all aluminium construction
• Manufactured with narrow mid-rail fixing
• Concealed steel spring 40/80 telescopic sleeve
• Slim design for narrow rails

Specification:

• Endurance tested to 20,000 cycles 
• Corrosion tested to (96hrs. NSST)

Features:

• Most comprehensive range in Europe
• Covers every application
• Various Flap finishes
• External weather seal, Internal draft seal 10 inch
• ABS plastic surround and aluminium flap
• Takes full A4 size mail
• Panel and mid-rail fitting variants

Specification:

• Endurance tested to 20,000 cycles 
• Corrosion tested to (96hrs. NSST)

Features:

• Most comprehensive range in Europe
• Covers every application
• Various Flap finishes
• External weather seal, Internal draft seal 12 inch
• ABS plastic surround and aluminium flap
• Takes full A4 size mail
• Panel and mid-rail fitting variants

Specification:

• Endurance tested to 20,000 cycles 
• Corrosion tested to (96hrs. NSST)

The Unicorn Letterplate has been designed with aesthetics in mind with its simple but elegant styling, designed to complement any door style. The construction is unique with pressed metal flaps that shroud the surround from view.

Features

• An elegant design with a minimal plastic surround
• Letter flaps are made from 304 stainless steel for ultimate corrosion resistance. (Galvanised mild steel for painted finishes)
• Flaps open to 180 degrees, eliminating any excess leverage on pivot points
• Stainless steel return spring to ensure a continuous positive return action
• External flap has a complete peripheral seal that also forms a full thermal and acoustic barrier
• Detachable high-security screw boss for alternative direct face fixing to panel
• Available in a full choice of finishes to suite with the Sparta door handle, including Polished Silver, Brushed Silver, and Satin Stainless Silver, PVD Gold, Black and White

Specification

• Cycle tested to 100,000 operations.
• Corrosion tested to BS EN 1670 Grade 5 classification 480 hours (painted finishes) and 240 hours (Plated finishes)
• UV Tested to ISO 4892 Part 3
• 25-years surface finish guarantee
• 10 years mechanical guarantee

Maintenance

Yale recommends that all moving components are lubricated using a non-acidic mineral oil at least twice a year and surface cleaned with a damp cloth. The product may need to be adjusted to ensure satisfactory operation