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Cal-Royal Cal-Royal CAL750 Anti-Friction Dead Latch for Fire Doors CAL750-26D

Cal-Royal CAL750 Anti-Friction Dead Latch for Fire Doors

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Cal-Royal CAL750 Anti-Friction Dead Latch for Fire Doors

The Cal-Royal CAL750 is an anti-friction dead latch engineered specifically for fire door applications, providing dependable secondary latching to help doors maintain positive closure and code-compliant performance. As a commercial-grade component within the Parts and Accessories category, this deadlatch is built for use on fire-rated door assemblies where reliable, low-friction operation is essential to consistent, repeatable performance over the life of the opening.

Key Features

  • Anti-Friction Design: Reduces drag during latch operation, promoting smoother engagement and helping maintain reliable performance on fire door assemblies.
  • Fire Door Application: Purpose-built for use on fire-rated door openings, supporting the secondary latching function required for proper door closure.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Designed for Commercial use, offering the durability expected in high-traffic door hardware applications.
  • Deadlatch Function: Classified within the Deadlatches product type, providing secure secondary latch engagement independent of the primary latch.
  • Accessory Compatibility: Categorized under Parts and Accessories and the Latches subgroup, designed to integrate with compatible door hardware systems as a replacement or upgrade component.
  • Door Hardware Department Component: Sourced within the broader Door Hardware department, ensuring consistency with standard commercial door hardware specifications.

Technical Specifications

  • Subcategory: Accessories
  • Product Group: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Subgroup: Latches
  • Product Type: Deadlatches
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Product Category: Parts and Accessories
  • Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Cal-Royal CAL750?

Cal-Royal CAL750 deadlatch components are designed to deliver dependable secondary latching performance for fire door assemblies in demanding commercial environments. Built as a Commercial-grade accessory within the Latches product subgroup, this deadlatch supports consistent door hardware performance where reliable operation is essential.

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Accessories
Product Group:
Parts and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Latches
Product Type:
Deadlatches
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
CAL750
Product Category:
Parts and Accessories
Department:
Door Hardware

Cal-Royal CAL750-26D – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is the Cal-Royal CAL750 anti-friction dead latch used for?
The CAL750 is an anti-friction deadlatch built for fire-rated door openings. Its job is secondary latching: it keeps positive closure on the door independently of the primary latch, and the anti-friction face reduces drag as the latch rides the strike lip so the door pulls in and latches consistently. Cal-Royal lists it as a commercial-grade component for offices, schools, healthcare, retail, warehouses, multi-tenant residential and government buildings.
2) What deadlatch should I use instead of the Cal-Royal CAL750 if the opening needs electric release?
The CAL750 is a mechanical anti-friction dead latch for fire door assemblies with no electrical function. For electric release, the Adams Rite 4510 is an electrified deadlatch with a flat faceplate, rated Grade 1 at standard duty for 1-3/4 inch doors. If the opening sees heavier traffic, the Adams Rite Steel Hawk 4300 is a Grade 1 heavy duty electrified deadlatch with multi-voltage operation, also for 1-3/4 inch doors. Both change the opening from a purely mechanical latch to one requiring power and wiring to the door.
3) Is the Cal-Royal CAL750 the right latch for a narrow stile aluminum storefront door?
The CAL750 is a commercial anti-friction dead latch built for fire-rated door assemblies, not a narrow stile storefront latch. For aluminum narrow stile openings, the Adams Rite 4781 is a two-point deadlatch with an integral paddle, Grade 1 standard duty for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Adams Rite 4530 is a standard duty Grade 1 deadlatch with a bolt holdback feature for doors held in a retracted state. Those two are cut and prepped for stile applications; the CAL750 is selected for fire door secondary latching.
4) Is the Cal-Royal CAL750 a replacement part or a complete lock?
It is a latch component, not a complete lockset. The CAL750 is sold as a parts-and-accessories latch meant to go into or alongside existing door hardware as a replacement or upgrade, so you will still need the lock body, trim and strike that the opening already uses.
5) What is a Grade 1 or Grade 2 alternative to the Cal-Royal CAL750 deadlatch?
For a stated grade, the Adams Rite 4530 and 4781 deadlatches are Grade 1 and fit 1-3/4 inch doors, and the BEST 6KL Series is a Grade 2 deadlocking latch with steel construction. Grade 1 is the highest ANSI/BHMA durability tier and is what most institutional specs call for; Grade 2 suits lighter commercial traffic.
6) Why does a fire door need an anti-friction latch?
A fire door has to latch under its own closer every time, and friction between the latch bolt and the strike lip is what stops a door from fully engaging when the closer is set light or the door is slightly out of alignment. The anti-friction design on the CAL750 cuts that drag so the bolt slides into the strike and the door reaches positive closure, which is the whole point of the hardware on a fire-rated assembly.
7) What is the difference between the Cal-Royal CAL750 and the BEST 6KL deadlocking latch?
The Cal-Royal CAL750 is an anti-friction dead latch intended for fire door openings, where the reduced-friction latch helps the door reach positive closure. The BEST 6KL is a Grade 2 deadlocking latch of steel construction in the 6K series, commonly ordered as a latch component for BEST cylindrical lock chassis. Choose by the chassis you are servicing: the 6KL follows the BEST 6K platform, while the CAL750 is a Cal-Royal component.
8) What finish does the Cal-Royal CAL750 deadlatch come in?
One finish is offered, CAL750-26D. In the BHMA finish system 26D is satin chrome, which is the standard finish on most commercial lever and exit hardware, so the latch blends with the rest of a typical commercial opening.
9) Which deadlatch is the heaviest duty option compared with the Cal-Royal CAL750?
Among the Adams Rite deadlatches, the Steel Hawk 4300 is the one listed at heavy duty, Grade 1, for 1-3/4 inch doors, while the 4510, 4530 and 4781 are all Grade 1 at standard duty. The Cal-Royal CAL750 is a commercial-grade anti-friction dead latch specified for fire door openings, so the comparison usually turns on whether the opening is fire rated and whether electrification is required rather than duty level alone.
10) How do I keep the satin chrome finish on Cal-Royal latch hardware from spotting in a healthcare or food service building?
Cal-Royal publishes a finish maintenance and care guide covering their plated and coated finishes, and it is the reference to follow for cleaning routines on hardware in wipe-down environments. Avoid abrasive pads and solvent-based cleaners on plated finishes like 26D, since those cut the plating rather than the soil.
How fast can I get the Cal-Royal CAL750-26D delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Cal-Royal CAL750-26D come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Cal-Royal CAL750-26D is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Cal-Royal CAL750-26D?
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