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Why won't the 5100 24v strike work on both a RH & LH door?
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The 5100 strike details are listed below: Only operates with 12VDC or 24VDC power supply. Will not operate with AC transformer. 12 or 24VAC can be converted to 12/24VDC using Von Duprin SO12 o...:
What causes the top rod case to pull away from or strip out of the face of a steel door?
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Hardware falling off a door is caused by one or all of the following issues: Field abuse Improper internal reinforcements in the door Improper field preparation The top or bottom rod case can...:
What exit devices are available for 2' 0" wide doors?
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We can build 33/3527A/F, 33/3547A/F, 98/9927/F, and 98/9947/F exit devices for 2 feet wide doors. Please note: therse are all vertical rod type devices. Because options within the e...:
Can the 6111 electric strike be used with Falcon 25R?
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For the backset see the Falcon (F)25-R template; T-1201 for Metal Door, W-1201 for Wood Door. For Single Doors, the distance from the surface of the raised stop to the Centerline of the device is...:
How far down can an exit device be cut down in the field?
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For most exit devices, please refer to the specific device series catalog for minimum door opening width the device can be cut down to fit. Be aware that some device options, frame...:
Can Steelcraft doors be prepped for the 98/9949 Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device?
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Yes, as an option, Steelcraft doors are available with factory prepared for the 98/9949 Concealed Vertical Cable Exit Device.L, B, CE, T and CE-Series doors are available factory preparedDoor prepa...:
Does Von Duprin offer an exit device for exterior use?
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Most Panic devices are not designed for exterior applications. As with any mechanical device, exposure to the elements may affect the operation and life of the device and/or finish an...:
How do I program my device?
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The programming processes for Allegion devices can be both product and features specific. Some products programming processes are electronic in nature, others are physical in nature. &nb...:
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...:
What strike do I specify with the 9975 device on a pair of 1 3/4" thick doors with a flat overlapping astragal mounting on the exterior of the active door?
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Use the 575-2 strike with 9975 device on a pair of 1 3/4" thick doors with overlapping astragal mounting on the exterior of the active door. The strike lip has been cut off to eliminate any interfe...:
What is the narrowest door a 99 rim, single door can fit on?
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The Minimum single door opening should be 26.32" and use the 299 or 499F strike.:
Can the 5100 electric strike be used with a mortise exit device?
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The 5100 electric strikes are for use with cylindrical locks only. Instead use the following:6211 electric strike is used with mortise lock without deadbolt on a new single door, hollow ...:
What strike do I use with a Von Duprin rim device on a pair of doors with flush bolts?
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NON Fire Rated doors would use the 1609 strike applied to the inactive leaf with flushbolts. This may NOT be used on Fire Rated openings.:
Can I use an AD or CO - 993 Exit Trim with a Von Duprin 98/99 Concealed Vertical Rod exit device on a wood door?
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The AD or CO - 993 is NOT compatible with a Von Duprin 98/99 Concealed Vertical Rod exit device on wood doors.:
What electric strikes are available for Von Duprin rim exit devices?
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The 22, 33/35A and 98/99 rim exit devices: The 6111 is the most common electric strike to be used with these devices 6112 and 6113 electric strikes also could be used The 6300 surface mount el...:
Can you cut the EL conversion kit - 3' base plate to fit a 30" 9947 device?
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You need to order the EL98/9947 or 3' EL conversion kit. This will fit on 28 1/8" minimum door opening on two vertical x vertical rod device doors.:
Which strike do you use with an XP98/99 device?
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The 1609 strike cannot be used with Von Duprin XP98/99 exit device.:
What is the backset for a 98/99 rim device with a 1609 strike?
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The backset for a 98/99 rim PANIC device with 1609 strike is 2 3/8" from center of the opening to center line of the device. See template :
Does the Von Duprin 6121 electric strike work with the Von Duprin XP exit device?
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Von Duprin does not recommend using XP98/99 devices with any electric strike. Von Duprin recommends using the standard 98/99 rim device. :
Is the Von Duprin 1609 strike fire rated for pairs of doors?
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The Von Duprin 1609 cannot be used on a pair of fire rated doors. We recommend using the Von Duprin fire rated mortise exit device in lieu of the rim device such as the Von Duprin 5575-F,...:
What strike is used for a pair of doors with a Dor O Matic Rim device x Flushbolts on inactive door?
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The STK45 strike is used on the inactive door leaf.:
Can the electric strike be used in an outdoor application?
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Electric strikes are not water proof an not recommended for exterior application especially gates.:
Can the electric strike be used with a vertical rod device on a fire-rated door?
Resolution:
Not for use in fire rated openings.:
What electric strike will work with mortise lock and aluminum 1 1/2" faced frame?
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Von Duprin doesn't offer any electric strike to fit into 1 1/2" aluminum/metal faced frame. Minimum requirement to install 6211/6211AL is 1 15/32" mortise depth.:
What is a surface mounted door closer?
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Surface Mounted door closers are the most durable and common type of door closer. Mounted to the surface of the door or frame Can be configured (through installation or arm type) to meet a...:
What electric strike can be used with the 1790?
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None of the Von Duprin electric strikes will work in a retrofit application where the normal standard mechanical strike is mounted to the frame because none of them are thin enough to fit in...:
What electric strikes can be used with the Von Duprin aluminum mullions?
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Aluminum mullions 5654 or 5754 are not designed to accept any electric strike including 6300 surface mounted electric strike.:
Is replacement aluminum glass light trim available?
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Aluminum trim is not available. All of our current trim offerings are steel.:
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...:
Is the Von Duprin 6111 electric strike compatible with Von Duprin XP98/99 rim exit device?
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This is not a recommended application as the electric strike does not have the same holding force as the XP98/99 rim exit device. Typically the XP device will withstand a higher force than electr...:
What are Overhead Concealed door closer?
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Overhead Concealed door closers are used to provide a more aesthetic look to the opening. Concealed in either the frame or the door Offer the ability to be adjusted to maintain...:
Can the Von Duprin 5100 electric strike be used on a pair of doors?
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The following application information apply to the 5100 electric strike: Can only be used on a single door with a cylindrical lock Can not be used on a pair of doors Can not be used on a mullion:
Why does the auto operator not open the door when installed with a Chexit?
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Chexits are NOT electric latch retraction devices, therefore the latch will not retract and allow the opener to swing the door open. Chexits block and unblock the latch. In order for a Ch...:
Can the Falcon 25-V be cut to fit on a 2' door?
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The standard Falcon 25V vertical rod cannot be cut to fit on a 2 feet door opening. This device requires 2' 7 1/8" minimum door opening. Falcon offers a device that can be used on a 2 feet doo...:
Can 5100 electric strikebe used on fire rated door?
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The Von Duprin 5100 electric strike is not for fire rated applications.:
The Von Duprin 98 or 99 ALK kit will not sound the horn
Resolution:
Followings are the reason for 98/99 exit alarm ALK not sound when push bar is activated. Make sure key switch on exit alarm ALK is turned on, wait for 20 seconds before you activating the pushba...:
What electric strike can be used on a pair of doors with an L9000 lock?
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Von Duprin 6223 electric strike is the most common closed back strike or the 6221 for open back strike on inactive leaf that can be used with Schlage L9000 or Von Duprin 7500 mortise lock.:
What questions should be asked to determine which Von Duprin 6000 series electric strike I have?
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See Catalog to identify specific model: Von Duprin Electrical Security Products and Accessories Catalog:
How do you route the wires for an E996L trim through the exit device?
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The wires run through the device out to the EPT. See step 7 on page 5 of E996L instructions.:
Which electric strike do I use for cylindrical locks used in a single door?
Resolution:
The 6211 would be the most common electric strike to be used with cylindrical locks on a single door application. Check the template to confirm compatibility with specific cylindrical lock model n...:
What is the backset for the Von Duprin WS9827 device when installed on Steelcraft Paladin series door?
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The backset is 2 3/4" from edge of door to the center line of the device and strike. The preparation for the WS98/99 strike must be specified when placing order for the frame. :