Description
The Norton 8501 is a heavy-duty surface-mounted door closer designed for commercial and institutional buildings requiring reliable, durable performance. It solves closing speed and security concerns with a non-handed rack-and-pinion design suitable for interior and exterior doors of either swing direction.
The 8501 features a full plastic cover, adjustable spring power (sizes 1-6), independent sweep and latch speed controls, backcheck adjustment, and delayed action closing via hex key valves. Compatible with standard arm and top jamb installations, it exceeds 10 million cycles and operates reliably from -40°F to extreme heat. Contact an authorized E.D. Locks & Security specialist at sales@edlocks.com or 1-877-207-6067 for expert sizing, installation guidance, and warranty support.
Specifications
- Brand: Norton
- Model: 8501
- Design: Rack and pinion, non-handed
- Body: Cast aluminum alloy
- Cover: Full plastic (standard)
- Mounting: Surface mount, projects maximum 2-1/8" from door surface
- Spring Power Range: Sizes 1 through 6, adjustable
- Valve Controls: Two non-critical valves (sweep and latch speed), backcheck valve, delayed action valve, all hex key adjustable
- Cycle Rating: Exceeds 10 million cycles
- Temperature Performance: -40°F to extremely high temperatures
- Fluid: Contains lubricity and anti-oxidation agents with stable viscosity
- Power Adjustment: 15% (±7.5%) for regular and top jamb arms
