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What is 5, 10 and equal (NAAMM/HMMA) hinge spacing?
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"5, 10 and equal" Hinge Spacing: The industry terminology which usually refers to the Custom (NAAMM/HMMA) Door hinge locations. This location dictates: Top Hinge - located 5" from the underside ...:
Where is common cutout for Von Duprin EPT prep in Ives 224 Continuous Hinge?
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Cutout depends on the size of 224 hinge. See 112HD/224HD-EPT template. 112HD/224HD continuous hinge Center line of EPT to top of the door 83 inches 30 inches 85 inches 32 inc...:
Where is the Fire Label located on a door and a frame?
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Fire labels (UL, ITS/WHI or FM) are located as follows: Butt Hinges and Pivots: On the doors the fire label is located on the hinge edge between the top and 2nd hinge preparation. On the fram...:
What are the frame hinge locations for a 9'0" door opening?
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From Head to top of each 4 1/2" hinge is 7 1/2", 36 51/64", 66 3/32" & 95 25/64". From Head to top of each 5" hinge is 7 1/4", 36 35/64", 65 27/32" & 95 9/64".:
Where is the EPT location of a Pin-and-Barrel Continuous HInge?
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The 600/700 Series EPT Template shows recommended locations based on the standard sizes, The customer can provide a different dimension measured from the top of the hinge to the Cen...:
What is Steelcraft's standard hinge locations for a 6'8" high frame from head to top of each hinge?
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The location to the top of hinge will vary depending on hinge size used. 6'8" Frame with 1 1/2 pair of hinges (top to top): For 4 1/2" hinges from the head to top of each hinge is 7 1/2", 37 7...:
How close can the top hinge be to the top of the door?
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The minimum top and bottom butt hinge locations are as follows: To the hinge centerline: 4 1/2" and 5" hinges = 5 3/8" is the minimum location from top of door to centerline of the first hi...:
What closer can be used with Soss invisible hinges?
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Using Soss hinges with closers can require special device and preparation locations. If you have questions on specific closer applications, please e-mail your request (including a description ...:
Where is factory recommendation for location of an EPT?
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EPT installation guidelines are as follows: Recommended location is 6" below top hinge per template Steelcraft will locate the power transfer prep at the Von Duprin re...:
Can doors be prepared for raceways in the factory?
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Raceway availability: Optional factory installed raceways are available in doors but are not available in frames. Preparation Info: Steelcraft installs a flexible 3/4" ID steel...:
What is a raceway?
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A raceway in a door provides a clear wiring access through the door core from hinge to lock edge. In a steel (hollow metal) door, the raceway is typically a length of conduit installed during d...:
Does the wire size of an EPT affect the operation of an EL device?
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Since most wire transfer devices such as an EPT or electric hinges cannot provide large gauge wires, we take the small gauge wire into account when determining the overall wire size for the device....:
What wire gauge and run is recommended for Von Duprin electric latch retraction EL device?
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What is the most common practice for running electric power from a frame to the door and hardware?
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Electrical hinges or a power transfer units are the most commonly used practices to run electric power to locks and/or strikes. Electric Hinges: Most electric hinges will fit into...:
What is the device backset when using a 1790 with a 6111 strike?
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The Von Duprin 6111 electric strike would work with DOM 1790 device on medium style doors Centerline of the 1790 device mounting screws are located 1 11/16" from face of stop. See d...:
Where can Von Duprin 6300 electric strike installation instructions or templates be found?
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Von Duprin surface mounted 6300 electric strike paper template and installation instruction are provided with the electric strike. See attached https://us.allegion.co...:
Can the Von Duprin exit alarm ALK and electric latch retraction QEL or EL device be in the same device?
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No, Von Duprin exit alarm ALK and electric latch retraction QEL or EL are installed in the same location and can't be ordered together with the same device.:
Can a Cam Lift hinge be used with LCN closers?
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Cam Lift hinges can only be used with LCN door closers that have a "Regular" or "Reg hold Open" style arm. Manual Closers:Maximum lift dimension is 3/4".Can not be use (H)EDA, CUSH, or T...:
Can you have a security stud hinge with a TW option?
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The Security Stud and TW4/8 (through wire) options are in the same location on a hinge and cannot be ordered together.:
Can we do TW on swing clear hinges?
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Swing clear hinges are available with TW (through wire).:
When did the 4111 Cush arms become non-handed?
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This engineering change did affect the templating of the closer. The stop in the shoe is slightly larger than the original handed cush shoe. The new non-handed arm template locates the closer and s...:
What are security jamb anchors?
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Security anchors are used in DW/K frames located directly above or below strike preparation on door side of frame. Because there are only two points of anchoring, the compression anchor near the ...:
Can a 4010 be mounted with swing clear hinges?
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Locate closer and arm from the centerline of the swing clear hinge pin.:
What degrees of opening can a 4110 EDA be templated for?
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The 4110 EDA/HEDA can be templated for 100°, 140°, and 180° hold open. The hold open adjustment can be set to hold the door at any position (degree) up to the maximum door opening angle. For "Wi...:
How many anchors are in a frame?
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For Steelcraft frame anchor locations refer to the frame "Anchoring Systems" section of Steelcraft's Tech Data Manual. Basic guidelines are as follows: Anchor ...:
How many compression anchors are provide per jamb on DW-Series frames?
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For compression anchor details refer to the “ANCHORING SYSTEMS” section in the Steelcraft Tech Data Manual.Anchor Quantities: • 1 compression anchor per jamb through 9"depth • ...:
What is required to be ordered with the Chexit?
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The following are needed for a basic installation: Fire alarm contact is always required with Von Duprin Chexit device. 1 1/4" Mortise cylinder with straight cam is required&nbs...:
Is the Von Duprin EPT10 required for CX device?
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The wires in the EPT are larger than the wires in an electric hinge and are less prone to breaking. This is why we recommend the Von Duprin EPT10 with CX device but if necessary yo...: