Norton Door Closers
Norton Door Closers 161BF 690 TPH Manual Hydraulic Door Closer
Adjustable hydraulic door closer with hold-open arm, ANSI Grade 2 and UL listed for interior or exterior use
- TypeTraffic & Parking Lot
- Size/DimensionsAdjustable 1 to 4
- Heavy-duty hydraulic closing for high-traffic doors
- ANSI A156.4 Grade 2 certified performance
- Hold-open arm keeps door at 180 degrees
- Dark bronze cast aluminum resists corrosion
- ADA-compliant operation with adjustable 1 to 4 force
Heavy-duty door closer
The Norton 161BF is a manual hydraulic door closer built for interior and exterior openings in commercial traffic and parking-lot environments. Its adjustable spring range of 1 to 4 accommodates a variety of door weights and sizes. Non-handed design allows installation on either right- or left-hand doors without modification. Dark bronze painted cast aluminum housing and arm provide corrosion resistance and a uniform finish.
Sustained operation
Hydraulic fluid regulates closing speed consistently across repeated cycles, preventing the abrupt slamming that occurs with spring-only devices. Separate sweep and latch valves let installers tune the closing force for the full 180-degree swing and the final latching segment. Hold-open arm function keeps the door stationary at the desired angle until manually released, reducing wear on the mechanism during high-traffic periods.
Code compliance limits
The closer meets ANSI A156.4 Grade 2 requirements for cycle durability and closing-force control. UL and cUL listings confirm fire-door suitability where codes mandate listed hardware. ADA compliance ensures opening-force limits are satisfied for accessible routes. Parallel, regular and top-frame mounting options cover standard hollow-metal and aluminum storefront frames, but the unit is not rated for ligature-resistant applications.
Highlights
- Heavy-duty hydraulic closing for high-traffic doors
- ANSI A156.4 Grade 2 certified performance
- Hold-open arm keeps door at 180 degrees
- Dark bronze cast aluminum resists corrosion
- ADA-compliant operation with adjustable 1 to 4 force
Specifications
| Brand | NORTON DOOR CLOSERS |
|---|---|
| Type | Traffic & Parking Lot |
| Size/Dimensions | Adjustable 1 to 4 |
Questions about this item
How much heat or noise does the hydraulic mechanism produce during continuous daily use?
The hydraulic closer operates without a motor or fan, so it generates no electrical heat and runs silently; only the fluid moving through the valves is audible.
What mounting hardware or door preparation must already be in place for the parallel, regular or top-frame installation?
The unit requires a door and frame drilled to the Norton 161 template for parallel-arm, regular-arm or top-jamb mounting; no additional brackets are included.
Will the adjustable 1-4 spring power and 180-degree opening work with an existing ANSI Grade 1 closer body already on the door?
This closer meets ANSI A156.4 Grade 2, not Grade 1, so it cannot directly replace a Grade 1 body without checking the door weight and width against the 1-4 adjustment range.
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