Adams Rite 4900 Heavy Duty Deadlatch with Complete Strike
Professional Deadlatch Solution for Commercial Applications
The Adams Rite 4900 Heavy Duty Deadlatch delivers flexible traffic control and easy installation for commercial door applications. This Grade 1 deadlatch features a 5/8" x 1" x 5/8" solid brass latchbolt with key-controlled bolt hold-back functionality, requiring a minimum 1-3/4" door thickness. The steel case with corrosion-resistant plating measures 7/8" x 5-13/16" x depth and accepts standard 1" length mortise cylinders.
Professional Features & Benefits
- For narrow stile aluminum and hollow metal doors
- Stainless steel latchbolt
- Stainless steel auxiliary deadlatch pin prevents "loiding"
- Self-sealing latchbolt construction
- Field-reversible handing
- Compatible with 7100 and 7400 Series electric strikes
- Adaptable faceplate
Technical Specifications
- Door Application: Narrow stile aluminum, hollow metal
- Latchbolt: Stainless steel, self-sealing
- Auxiliary Pin: Stainless steel
- Compatible Strike: 7100, 7400 UltraLine Series
- Handing: Field reversible
- Backset: 1-1/8" or 1-1/2"
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including 1-3/4" minimum door thickness and appropriate backset dimensions.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces.
- Prepare door by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for the selected backset configuration.
- Install case using screw-fastened tube spacer brackets and secure all mounting hardware per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Install appropriate faceplate (flat or radius) and adjust for right or left beveled edge doors as needed in the field.
- Test latchbolt operation, key-controlled bolt hold-back function, and verify proper alignment with strike plate. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.
Professional Applications
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- Retail Establishments
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
- Government and Municipal Buildings
Why Choose Adams Rite Quality?
Adams Rite 4900 Series deadlatches deliver professional-grade reliability with steel construction and solid brass components rated for heavy-duty commercial applications. Grade 1 certification ensures superior performance standards, while the 5 Year Limited warranty provides added confidence. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable access control and security performance are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Parts and Accessories
- Series:
- 4900 Series
- Grade:
- Grade 1
- Standard Strike:
- 4901-02 (4-5/8") strike is available with radius profiles for pairs of doors
- Fasteners:
- Mounting Screws
- Warranty:
- 5 Year Limited
- Latch Throw:
- 5/8"
- Product Subgroup:
- Latches
- Product Type:
- Deadlatches
- Subcategory:
- Deadlatches
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Cylinder and Keyways:
- Mortise Cylinder
- Duty Level:
- Heavy Duty
- Product Model:
- 49
- Door Thickness Range:
- 1-3/4"
- Product Dimension:
- 7/8" x 5 13/16" x depth
- Latch Specification:
- 5/8" x 1" x 5/8"
- Product Category:
- Parts and Accessories
- Department:
- Door Hardware