3m Red Pull Cord with Joint Union & 2 Red Bangles - BS 8300

This Knightsbridge 3m pull cord kit comprises a red vinyl-encapsulated cord, two red 50mm triangular bangles, and one red fixing bullet for ceiling mounting. The vinyl coating allows the cord to be wiped clean with standard disinfectant solutions, and the material includes antibacterial properties that inhibit bacterial growth including MRSA, E.coli, C.difficile, S.aureus, Norovirus and Coronavirus surface contamination.

Designed for accessible toilet facilities, bathroom alarm systems, nurse call installations and emergency alert pulls in care homes, hospitals, GP surgeries and commercial facilities requiring infection control protocols. The 3m length suits ceiling heights between 2.4m and 3m, positioning the lower bangle at wheelchair-accessible height when installed. The red colour provides high visual contrast against white or neutral bathroom finishes, meeting BS 8300 requirements for accessible sanitary facilities.

The two bangles are triangular rather than circular, offering a larger grip surface for users with reduced dexterity or grip strength. The vinyl coating on the cord prevents fraying and moisture absorption, which can occur with fabric-covered cords in high-humidity bathroom environments. The fixing bullet screws into a standard ceiling plate or pull cord switch housing, with the cord feeding through and secured by the bullet's internal grip mechanism.

The antibacterial properties are inherent to the vinyl material rather than applied as a surface coating, so they remain effective through repeated wiping with alcohol-based or chlorine-based disinfectants. This makes the cord suitable for high-traffic healthcare environments where infection control is essential and cleaning schedules are frequent.

Product Specification Sheet

What ceiling height is this cord suitable for?

The 3m length suits ceiling heights between 2.4m and 3m. When installed, the lower bangle should hang at wheelchair-accessible height, typically 800-1000mm from the floor, meeting BS 8300 accessible toilet requirements.

Can the cord be cut to a shorter length?

Yes. The vinyl-encapsulated cord can be cut with sharp scissors or a craft knife if a shorter length is needed for lower ceilings. Once cut, feed the trimmed end through the fixing bullet and secure normally.

What disinfectants can be used on the cord?

The vinyl material can be wiped with alcohol-based disinfectants, chlorine-based solutions, and standard healthcare surface cleaners. The antibacterial properties are inherent to the material rather than surface-applied, so they remain effective through repeated cleaning cycles.

Is the cord compatible with standard pull cord switches?

Yes. The fixing bullet fits standard ceiling pull cord switch housings and ceiling plates. The cord diameter is compatible with most bathroom pull switches and nurse call systems using ceiling-mounted pull activation.