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Adams Rite 4530 Standard Duty Deadlatch with Bolt Holdback Feature

Adams Rite 4530 Standard Duty Deadlatch with Bolt Holdback Feature

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Adams Rite 4530 Standard Duty Deadlatch with Bolt Holdback Feature

Professional Deadlatch Solution for Flexible Traffic Control

The Adams Rite 4530 Standard Duty Deadlatch provides flexible traffic control during and after business hours with innovative bolt holdback functionality. Designed to retrofit into the prep of older MS1850 Deadlocks and discontinued 4250 Deadlatches, this Grade 1 deadlatch features a 1/2" x 1" x 1/2" latchbolt throw and accepts standard 1" mortise cylinders. The steel case with corrosion-resistant plating measures 1" x 5-13/16" x depth and accommodates 1-3/4" door thickness.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Flush-mounted in door stile — no exposed hardware
  • For narrow stile aluminum and glass doors
  • Concealed latching mechanism
  • Available in left and right hand models
  • Available with cylinder override
  • Compatible with 7100 electric strike
  • Clean architectural appearance

Technical Specifications

  • Door Application: Narrow stile aluminum, glass doors
  • Mounting: Flush in door stile
  • Electric Strike: Compatible with 7100 Series
  • Handing: Handed (specify left or right)

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, stile width, and backset dimensions for this deadlatch.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces.
  3. Prepare door by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for the selected backset.
  4. Install mounting hardware and secure the deadlatch to door per manufacturer torque specifications using provided mounting screws.
  5. Install mortise cylinder (sold separately) and adjust for proper alignment and smooth operation of the latchbolt.
  6. Test deadlatch operation including normal latching, bolt holdback function with reverse key turn, and verify proper strike alignment. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Healthcare Facilities requiring flexible access control
  • Financial Institutions with varying security needs
  • Retail Establishments needing business hours flexibility
  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Choose Adams Rite Quality?

Adams Rite 4530 deadlatches deliver professional-grade reliability with steel construction and corrosion-resistant plating rated for Grade 1 commercial applications. The 5 Year manufacturer warranty provides added confidence for demanding installations. Engineered for flexible traffic control with innovative bolt holdback functionality where dependable performance and operational versatility are essential.

Product Specs

Product Group:
Parts and Accessories
Series:
4530 Series
Grade:
Grade 1
Standard Strike:
4901-01 for flat jamb
Fasteners:
Mounting Screws
Cylinder Included:
No
Warranty:
5 Year
Latch Throw:
1/2"
Product Subgroup:
Latches
Subcategory:
Deadlatches
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Cylinder and Keyways:
Mortise Cylinder
Duty Level:
Standard Duty
Product Model:
4530
Door Thickness Range:
1-3/4"
Product Dimension:
1" x 5 13/16" x depth
Latch Specification:
1/2" x 1" x 1/2"
Product Category:
Parts and Accessories
Department:
Door Hardware
Product Type:
Deadlatches

Adams Rite 4530-16-101-628 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Adams Rite 4530 deadlatch fit into the prep left by an older MS1850 deadlock or a discontinued 4250 deadlatch?
That's exactly what the 4530 was built for. It drops into the door prep of older MS1850 Deadlocks and the discontinued 4250 Deadlatches, so on a retrofit you're reusing the existing cutout in the stile rather than routing a new one. Door thickness is 1-3/4 inches, and the case measures 1 x 5-13/16 inches x depth, so check the old cutout against those numbers before you pull the leaf.
2) What backset do I need to order for an Adams Rite 4530 deadlatch on a narrow stile aluminum door?
The 4530 is offered in three backsets: 7/8 inch, 31/32 inch, and 1-1/8 inch. Measure from the face of the stile to the center of the cylinder hole on the existing door and match it, because the backset is not adjustable once the latch is built. On a retrofit into an MS1850 or 4250 prep, the old cylinder hole location is what sets your answer.
3) Is the Adams Rite 4530 handed, and how do I tell which hand I need?
Handed, yes, and it has to be specified. The 4530 comes as LH or RHR, and RH or LHR, so a single part covers a left hand door and a right hand reverse door. Get the door hand wrong and the latchbolt bevel faces the wrong way and won't latch into the strike.
4) Does the Adams Rite 4530 deadlatch come with a cylinder, and what cylinder does it take?
No cylinder in the box. The 4530 accepts a standard 1 inch mortise cylinder, ordered separately, which means you can key it into whatever keyway your building already runs. Mounting screws are included with the latch.
5) Will the Adams Rite 4530 latch into my existing strike, or do I need a new one?
The latchbolt throws 1/2 inch, with a bolt measuring 1/2" x 1" x 1/2", so the existing strike has to have at least that much pocket and be within 1/2 inch of the stile face. The standard strike for the 4530 is the 4901-01 for a flat jamb. Strikes are also offered mortised at 2-5/8 inch and 4-5/8 inch, in flat for center hung 4 inch and 4-1/2 inch jambs, flat for a standard jamb, or radius for standard stiles, so match the shape to your frame condition.
6) Is the Adams Rite 4530 suitable for a wood or hollow metal door?
No. The 4530 is a narrow stile device, flush mounted inside the stile of aluminum and glass entrance doors, and its backsets of 7/8 to 1-1/8 inch are far shorter than what a wood or hollow metal door needs. For a standard 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inch backset door you want a conventional bored or mortise lock instead, not this latch.
7) What else do I need to order to finish an Adams Rite 4530 installation?
Budget for a 1 inch mortise cylinder, which is not included, and decide your strike. The 4901-01 is the standard strike for a flat jamb, or pick from the mortised 2-5/8 and 4-5/8 inch strikes and the flat and radius lip shapes if your frame is a center hung 4 inch or 4-1/2 inch jamb. Mounting screws come with the latch. If you're adding remote release, the 7100 Series electric strike goes in place of the mechanical strike.
8) What is the difference between the Adams Rite 4530 deadlatch and the BEST 6KL deadlocking latch?
They are built to different grade levels and for different door types. The Adams Rite 4530 is a Grade 1 standard duty deadlatch with a 1/2 inch latch throw, made for narrow stile aluminum and glass doors where the lock is flush-mounted in the door stile and takes a 1 inch mortise cylinder. The BEST 6KL is a Grade 2 deadlocking latch of steel construction in the 6K series. For a narrow stile aluminum storefront door, the 4530 is the one prepped for that opening; the 6KL belongs to a different lock family.
9) What does the bolt holdback feature on the Adams Rite 4530 actually do during business hours?
It lets you hold the latchbolt retracted so the door pushes free, then release it back to latching at close. That's the flexible traffic control piece: open access while you're trading, secured after. The holdback is set and released with a reverse key turn at the cylinder, so it's a staff action at the door, not a switch somewhere else.
10) Can I use the Adams Rite 4530 deadlatch with an electric strike for buzz-in access?
Yes, the 4530 works with the Adams Rite 7100 Series electric strike, which is the usual pairing when you want remote release on a narrow stile aluminum entrance. Keep in mind the latch itself is still mechanical and key operated at the door, so the electric strike controls the frame side only.
11) Which faceplate should I order on the Adams Rite 4530, and can I get it without one?
Four choices: bevel, flat, radius, or the latch supplied without faceplate and strike plate. Match the faceplate profile to the stile edge you're cutting into, a radius stile takes the radius plate and a square edge takes the flat. The no-faceplate option is for retrofits where you're keeping the existing plate that's already fitted to the door.
12) Is the Adams Rite 4530 rated for a high traffic commercial entrance?
It carries a Grade 1 rating with a steel case and corrosion resistant plating, and it's a commercial product, not a residential one. Adams Rite lists it as standard duty within that, so it suits normal commercial entrance traffic in offices, retail, schools and healthcare rather than the heaviest abuse openings.
13) Can the Adams Rite 4530 be unlocked by key from outside?
Yes, with cylinder override available on the 4530, so a key retracts the latch from the exterior. The cylinder is a 1 inch mortise cylinder bought separately, which lets a locksmith key the door into an existing master system rather than being tied to a factory keyway.
14) Can a BEST 6KL latch drop into the prep left by an MS1850 deadlock or an old 4250 deadlatch?
The Adams Rite 4530 is the one designed to retrofit into the prep of older MS1850 deadlocks and discontinued 4250 deadlatches, with a 1 inch by 5-13/16 inch steel case that goes flush into the door stile and a 4901-01 strike for a flat jamb. The BEST 6KL is a Grade 2 deadlocking latch in the 6K series and is a separate lock family, so it is not the part to order against an existing MS1850 stile cutout. Confirm handing and backset on the 4530 before ordering, since it is made in 7/8 inch, 31/32 inch, and 1-1/8 inch backsets.
15) What finishes does the Adams Rite 4530 come in for matching the other storefront doors in my building?
Three anodized finishes: 628 clear anodized, 313 dark bronze anodized, and 335 black anodized. Those are the three standard storefront colors, so on a multi-door entrance you can match what's already hanging. Only the faceplate and strike show once the latch is mortised in, so the finish choice is about those visible plates.
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