281 Series Powerglide

Features

• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 (A156.4)
• Meets Buy America Act
• Conforms to UL10C and UBC for positive pressure fire test
• 10 Year Warranty
• Versatile mounting applications permit standard, top jamb, parallel and track installations
• UL and CUL listed for use on fire doors
• 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, non-handed
• ADA requirements are met with the 281 model at all applications (except track)
• Standard pressure relief valves for both opening and closing cycles protect the closer seals and all hardware from excessive force
• Heavy duty mounting bracket for easy installation of full size iron closer
• Retrofits existing Sargent 250 and 1250 Series Closer installations
• High impact non-corrosive plastic covers standard
  (Optional metal cover available)
• Cover secured by machine screws
• 1-1/2" diameter piston for superior door control
• All weather fluid allows closer to operate effectively in extreme heat and cold without readjustment

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
• Adjustable delayed action (optional) permits easy access for physically impaired individuals