Description
The Norton 8501 is a heavy-duty surface-mounted door closer designed for commercial interior and exterior applications. Built with a cast aluminum body and rack-and-pinion mechanism, it delivers reliable closing performance across temperatures from -40°F to extreme heat. Ideal for high-traffic facilities requiring durable, non-handed closure on either door orientation.
The 8501 features a full plastic cover, multi-size spring adjustment (sizes 1-6), and independent sweep and latch speed controls via hex key valves. It exceeds 10 million cycles and projects only 2-1/8" from the door surface. As an authorized Norton dealer, E.D. Locks offers expert specification guidance and fast shipping. Contact sales@edlocks.com or call 1-877-207-6067 for installation support or custom configurations.
Specifications
- Series: 8000 Series (8501 model)
- Mount type: Surface mounted
- Projection: 2-1/8" maximum with standard cover
- Design: Rack and pinion, non-handed
- Body: Cast aluminum alloy
- Cover: Full plastic cover standard
- Spring power adjustment: Sizes 1 through 6
- Cycle rating: Exceeds 10 million cycles
- Speed control: Two hex-key adjusted valves (sweep and latch)
- Backcheck: Adjustable intensity (hex key valve)
- Delayed action: Adjustable (hex key valve)
- Temperature range: -40°F to extreme heat
- Fluid: Contains lubricity and anti-oxidation agents
