Corbin Russwin DC8220 Series - Grade 1 Surface Door Closer, Top Jamb Mounting

Corbin Russwin DC8220 Grade 1 Surface Door Closer Top Jamb Mounting with ADA Compliance

Heavy-Duty Commercial Door Closer Engineered for High-Use, High-Abuse Openings

The Corbin Russwin DC8220 is a Grade 1 surface-mounted door closer from the DC8000 Series, purpose-built for high-use openings in commercial environments that must meet ADA requirements. Featuring a cast-iron closer body, a double heat-treated steel pinion, and captured valves, this closer delivers exceptional durability and long-lasting performance rated to an extraordinary 25,000,000 endurance cycles. Configured for top jamb mounting and compatible with 1-3/4" door thickness, the DC8220 meets UL10C and UBC7-2c positive pressure requirements for fire-rated openings, making it an ideal solution for schools, office buildings, healthcare facilities, and retail complexes.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Cast aluminum body with Cam-Motion™ technology for easy opening and secure closing
• Adjustable spring size 1 through 6 — accommodates door weight up to 250 lbs.
• Non-handed — single model supports up to four mounting positions
• Unique spline arm with multiple indexing options for standard and special applications
• Push and pull side installation, door or frame mounted
• Forward-facing adjustable closing and latching speed valves
• Backcheck standard on all units
• Hold open available: specify DC5200 x A1
• 1/2" vertical adjustment for flexible installation
• ANSI/BHMA A156.4 Grade 1 certified; ADA compliant; TAA compliant
• UL10C positive pressure up to 3 hours; UL-cUL listed
• 30-year limited warranty

Technical Specifications

• Grade: ANSI/BHMA A156.4, Grade 1
• Body: Cast aluminum, cam and roller design
• Spring Power: Adjustable sizes 1 through 6
• Door Weight: Up to 250 lbs.
• Door Thickness: 1-3/4" (44mm) standard
• Opening Range: Pull side: 140°; push side: 110°
• Maximum Interior Door Width (Recommended): 54" (137mm)
• Valves: Independent adjustable closing speed and latching speed; standard backcheck
• Hold Open: Available (specify A1 arm); not for fire doors
• Mounting: Pull side door or frame mounted; push side door or frame mounted
• Certifications: ANSI/BHMA A156.4 Grade 1; ADA/ANSI A117.1; UL10C (3 hr.); UL-cUL; TAA
• Warranty: 30-year limited

Professional Applications

• Commercial Office Buildings
• Educational Facilities and Schools
• Healthcare Institutions and Hospitals
• Retail Establishments and Shopping Complexes
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Fire-Rated Door Assemblies Requiring UL10C Compliance
• ADA-Accessible Entrances and High-Traffic Public Openings

Tamper-Resistant Design

The Corbin Russwin DC8220 incorporates captured valves and supports optional Torx® security screws to deliver a highly vandal- and tamper-resistant door closer solution. This added layer of security makes the DC8220 especially well-suited for high-abuse environments such as schools, correctional facilities, and public buildings where unauthorized adjustment or vandalism is a concern.

Why Choose Corbin Russwin Quality?

Corbin Russwin door closer products are engineered for quality with heavy-duty cast-iron construction, a double heat-treated steel pinion, and captured valves — all rated to an industry-leading 25,000,000 endurance cycles. The DC8220 is backed by a 30 Year Limited warranty, reflecting the brand's commitment to long-lasting, professional-grade performance. Certified to UL10C and UBC7-2c positive pressure standards and compliant with ADA requirements, Corbin Russwin delivers the reliability that demanding commercial applications require.