The Sargent 281 Series Powerglide® Iron Cast Door Closers are made for closing interior and exterior doors with a versatility to meet nearly any application's requirements.Applications for the Sargent 281 Series Powerglide® Iron Cast Door Closer include commercial and residential Property Management and Multi-Family Housing.Features
Exceeds 25 million cycles
Certified ANSI/BHMA A156.4 Grade 1
UL10C listed for positive pressure fire test
UL / cUL Listed for use on fire rated doors
25 year limited warranty
User friendly versatile mounting applications permit standard, top jamb, parallel and track installations
Self sticking templates supplied for most applications
Adjustable spring power allows 281 closers a size range of 1 through 6. They are adjusted to size 3 before leaving the factory
One door closer body for all applications
281 are non-handed
Meets ADA requirements in all applications, except Push Side Track application (except track)
High impact non-corrosive plastic covers with two machine screws standard, ABS covers, metal covers and lead lined are optional
All weather fluid allows closer to operate effectively in extreme temperatures without readjustment
1-1/2" diameter piston for superior door control
Standard pressure relief valves for both opening and closing cycles protect the door & frame from damage caused by abuse
Heavy duty mounting bracket for easy installation of full size iron closer
Retrofits existing SARGENT 250 and 1250 Series Closer installations
The Advanced Backcheck (ABC) option begins to slow the door down at approximately 15° sooner than standard backcheck in the open cycle. The (ABC) option is used when the door needs to slow down earlier than the standard back check of 70°
Heavy Duty Construction
Heat treated full rack and pinion for high strength & wear resistance
Heavy duty one piece cast iron body provides superior strength and wear resistance
1/2" arm engagement over a 7/16" square spindle ensures a wear-resistant tight joint
Fasteners
Machine screws and self tapping screws provided for closer and arm
In addition, wood screws supplied when installed on wood doors without through bolts
Full Complement of Arm Types
Standard and parallel arms
Push and pull track arms
Security track
Security parallel arm
Heavy duty forged steel arms are finely finished and interchangeable between SARGENT 281 and 1431, 250, 1250, and 351 series
Valves
 Separate brass low sensitivity control valves offer ability to separately regulate door speed, latching, backcheck and optional delayed action
All valves are captured to prevent accidental removal, adjustable with an 1/8" allen wrench
Adjustable backcheck protects the door and hardware from damage during the opening cycle. Not to be used in lieu of a door stop.
The Sargent 281 Series Powerglide® Iron Cast Door Closers are made for closing interior and exterior doors with a versatility to meet nearly any application's requirements.Applications for the Sargent 281 Series Powerglide® Iron Cast Door Closer include commercial and residential Property Management and Multi-Family Housing.
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