Pharmacy Medical HECDC303 Controlled Drugs Cabinet - 860mm H x 760mm W x 300mm D - Internal Lockable Cabinet

The Pharmacy Medical HECDC303 Controlled Drugs Cabinet combines two secure storage compartments within one unit, offering an additional level of separation for controlled medication. Its outer cabinet provides adjustable shelving and door storage, while a smaller lockable controlled drugs cabinet is housed inside.

Designed for hospitals, pharmacies, GP surgeries and care homes, this lockable medication cabinet is particularly useful where different medicines or stock groups need to be stored in separate secured compartments. Both cabinets feature right-hand hinged doors.

Two lockable compartments for separated medication storage

The defining feature of the HECDC303 is its internal controlled drugs cabinet, which sits inside the larger outer unit.

Rather than relying on a single lockable compartment, the design provides an additional secured space for medicines that need to be stored separately.

The outer cabinet measures 860mm high, 760mm wide and 300mm deep, while the inner cabinet measures 550mm high, 335mm wide and 255mm deep.

This arrangement allows healthcare teams to organise controlled drug stock within two distinct lockable areas without installing two separate external cabinets.

Adjustable outer shelving and additional door storage

The outer cabinet incorporates three height-adjustable shelves and one fixed shelf, allowing different medicine packaging sizes to be accommodated.

Four fixed shelves are also fitted to the outer door, making use of space that would otherwise be unavailable for storage.

This combination provides a practical layout for organising medication by container size, stock category or local storage procedures.

The wider cabinet design also offers convenient access to the shelving, helping authorised staff locate and retrieve medicines efficiently.

Dedicated internal controlled drugs cabinet

Inside the main cabinet is a second controlled drugs cabinet measuring 550mm H x 335mm W x 255mm D.

It includes two fixed shelves and a separate right-hand hinged door, creating a dedicated area for medicines requiring an additional secured compartment.

The internal arrangement is particularly useful in healthcare facilities managing different categories of controlled medication or maintaining separate stock arrangements.

Because the inner cabinet occupies part of the outer cabinet's storage space, the HECDC303 should be assessed according to its actual shelving layout rather than the external dimensions alone.

Secure locking and controlled access

The HECDC303 incorporates separate locking arrangements for its outer and inner cabinet doors.

The manufacturer's specification identifies BS3621 key-retaining cylinder locks with anti-pick and anti-drill protection.

Key retention prevents a key from being removed while the corresponding cabinet door is open, helping support secure medication handling procedures.

The locking cylinders are specified with additional security features, including anti-bump protection, and the cabinet incorporates hardened steel deadbolts with anti-saw protection.

This layered design helps restrict access to the inner compartment independently of the main cabinet.

British-manufactured steel construction

Manufactured in the UK, the HECDC303 is constructed from 1.5mm thick cold-reduced mild steel with fully welded joints.

Reinforced 3mm anchor plates strengthen the fixing points, while anti-jemmy folded door returns help resist forced entry.

Continuous steel piano hinges provide strong door connections and help maximise the opening aperture for easier access to stored medicines.

The cabinet is finished in RAL 9003 White Gloss polyester powder coating, providing a durable surface suitable for routine cleaning in healthcare environments.

Controlled drug storage standards

The HECDC303 is manufactured to conform to BS2881:1989 Security Level One, the British Standard covering cupboards for the storage of medicines in healthcare premises.

The manufacturer also states that the cabinet meets the requirements of the Misuse of Drugs (Safe Custody) Regulations 1973.

Its locking arrangement is specified to BS3621, supporting secure access to controlled medication.

Correct installation, key management and medicines management procedures remain essential for compliant storage.

Wall installation and optional warning light

The HECDC303 is designed for wall fixing and is supplied with four 10mm x 75mm sleeve anchors.

Both the outer and inner cabinet doors are right-hand hinged as standard.

An optional warning light is available for facilities requiring an additional visual security feature.

The cabinet can also be specified with an ABLOY® CLIQ electronic locking upgrade, subject to availability and additional cost.