Adams Rite 4920AN Heavy Duty ANSI Deadlatch with Key-Controlled Bolt Hold-Back
Professional Deadlatch Solution for Commercial Door Applications
The Adams Rite 4920AN Heavy Duty Deadlatch delivers flexible traffic control and easy installation for wood or hollow metal doors with 1-3/4" minimum door thickness. This Grade 1 deadlatch features a key-controlled bolt hold-back mechanism that allows two-way traffic control, enabling locked entrances to function as exits when needed. The solid brass latchbolt provides 5/8" throw with reversible handing, while the auxiliary stainless steel linchpin prevents loiding or case-knife entry.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Anti-ligature design for behavioral health and psychiatric applications
- Narrow stile aluminum door application
- Stainless steel latchbolt
- No external hardware that can be used as an anchor point
- Field-reversible handing
- Compatible with 7100 Series electric strike
Technical Specifications
- Application: Behavioral health, psychiatric facilities
- Design: Anti-ligature
- Door Type: Narrow stile aluminum
- Latchbolt: Stainless steel
- Handing: Field reversible
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including 1-3/4" minimum door thickness and ANSI preparation standards for proper fit.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces according to selected backset dimensions.
- Prepare door by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions for the chosen backset configuration.
- Install the deadlatch case into the door preparation and secure with provided mounting screws per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Install the 1-1/4" x 8" armored faceplate and adjust for right or left beveled edge doors as needed for proper door alignment.
- Mount the included 4506-02 strike plate to the door frame according to ANSI preparation specifications for flat jamb applications.
- Install mortise cylinder (sold separately) and test bolt operation, hold-back function, and key operation to verify proper installation and smooth operation.
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 deadlatch products deliver professional-grade reliability with steel case construction and corrosion-resistant plating rated for heavy-duty commercial applications. The 5 Year Limited warranty provides added confidence in demanding installations. Engineered to ANSI standards with Grade 1 performance rating, this deadlatch ensures dependable operation where security and traffic control flexibility are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Parts and Accessories
- Series:
- 4920 Series
- Grade:
- Grade 1
- Standard Strike:
- 4506-02 Strike furnished to ANSI
- 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:
- 4920
- 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