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Ives 253 Decorative Heavy Duty Surface Bolt with 1-1/4" Knob for 1-3/4" Doors

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Ives 253 Decorative Heavy Duty Surface Bolt with 1-1/4" Knob for 1-3/4" Doors

Professional Heavy-Duty Surface Bolt for Enhanced Door Security

The Ives 253 Decorative Heavy Duty Surface Bolt is engineered for doors 1-3/4" or larger, providing additional security where extra strength is required. This solid brass surface bolt features a decorative 1-1/4" diameter knob designed to facilitate smooth bolt operation while complementing any dГ©cor. Available in 8" and 12" lengths with optional custom lengths available through factory consultation.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Door Compatibility: Recommended for 1-3/4" or larger doors with heavy-duty construction for demanding applications.
  • Decorative Design: Features a 1-1/4" diameter knob that fits well with any dГ©cor while facilitating easy bolt operation.
  • Heavy-Duty Construction: Solid brass substrate provides exceptional durability and strength for commercial security applications.
  • Flexible Length Options: Available in standard 8" and 12" lengths with optional custom lengths available through factory consultation.
  • Complete Installation Package: Units packed with wood screws and include both universal strike (US) and mortise strike (MS) for versatile mounting options.
  • ANSI/BHMA Compliance: Meets ANSI/BHMA A156.16 standards for quality and performance assurance in commercial applications.
  • Professional Security Enhancement: Provides additional security level for inactive leaf of double doors and other security-critical applications.

Technical Specifications

  • ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA A156.16
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Product Category: Door Trim and Accessories
  • Product Dimension: 1-1/8" x 8"-12" x 1-5/8"
  • Product Group: Door Trim and Accessories
  • Product Model: 253
  • Product Subgroup: Surface Bolts
  • Product Substrate: Solid Brass
  • Product Type: Surface Bolts
  • Subcategory: Latches, Catches and Bolts

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness of 1-3/4" minimum and mounting surface suitability.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door surface for both bolt and strike components.
  3. Prepare door by drilling required holes for wood screws and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
  4. Install bolt assembly to door surface using provided wood screws and secure strike (universal or mortise) to frame per manufacturer specifications.
  5. Adjust bolt alignment for proper engagement with strike and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
  6. Test bolt operation to verify proper function and secure engagement. 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 Ives Quality?

Ives surface bolts deliver professional-grade reliability with solid brass construction and ANSI/BHMA A156.16 compliance for demanding commercial applications. The decorative heavy-duty design combines aesthetic appeal with functional strength, making it ideal for applications requiring both security enhancement and architectural compatibility. Engineered for doors 1-3/4" or larger where dependable additional security is essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Ives Full Line Catalog

Product Specs

Product Group:
Door Trim and Accessories
Subcategory:
Latches, Catches and Bolts
Product Subgroup:
Surface Bolts
Product Type:
Surface Bolts
ANSI/BHMA:
ANSI/BHMA A156.16
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
253
Product Dimension:
1-1/8" x 8"-12" x 1-5/8"
Product Category:
Door Trim and Accessories
Product Substrate:
Solid Brass
Department:
Door Hardware

Ives 253B26D-12 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Ives 253 surface bolt work on a 1-3/4 inch door?
Yes, 1-3/4 inches is the minimum. The 253 is built for doors 1-3/4 inches thick or heavier, so it suits standard commercial leaves and thicker solid-core or fire door blanks. On a thinner 1-3/8 inch residential door it's the wrong choice, since the bolt body and mounting screw pattern are sized for the heavier leaf.
2) What length surface bolt should I order for the inactive leaf of a pair of doors, 8 inch or 12 inch?
The 253 comes in 8 inch and 12 inch bolt lengths, and the choice is about reach, not strength. The 8 inch is the usual pick when the bolt lands in a frame head or floor strike close to the door edge. Go to the 12 inch when you need to clear a taller top rail, a transom condition, or a stop that sits well above the knob position, so the operating knob stays within reach while the bolt still throws fully into the strike. Both lengths are offered in all three finishes.
3) Does the Ives 253 come with a strike, or do I have to order one separately?
Both strikes ship in the box. Each 253 is packed with wood screws plus a universal strike (US) and a mortise strike (MS), so you can surface-apply the strike on the frame or mortise it in without a second order. Nothing else is needed to mount it to a wood-screw substrate.
4) Does the Ives 253 meet ANSI/BHMA A156.16 for a commercial spec?
It does. The 253 is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.16, the standard covering auxiliary hardware including surface bolts, and it is classed as commercial-grade hardware. If your specification section calls out A156.16 auxiliary hardware for the inactive leaf, this bolt answers it directly.
5) I need a surface bolt that locks itself when thrown instead of a manual knob. What should I use?
Look at the ABH HD1805 Heavy Duty Surface Bolt, which uses an auto-locking 3/4 inch stainless steel bar. The Ives 253 is a manually operated bolt: the 1-1/4 inch knob is thrown and retracted by hand, and it ships with wood screws plus both a universal strike and a mortise strike. If the inactive leaf needs the bolt to secure without the user holding it in position, the ABH HD1805 series is the one built for that; if manual throw is acceptable, the Ives 253 in solid brass covers it.
6) Is the ABH HD1805 a drop-in replacement for an Ives 253?
No, treat them as different products even though both are heavy duty surface bolts. The ABH HD1805 uses an auto-locking 3/4 inch stainless steel bar, while the Ives 253 is solid brass with a 1-1/4 inch knob and a body measuring 1-1/8 inch by 1-5/8 inch in 8 inch and 12 inch lengths. The mounting hole pattern, the strike, and the operating hardware are not shared, so swapping one for the other means new door and frame prep rather than reusing the existing holes. The Ives 253 ships with both a universal strike and a mortise strike, which covers either frame condition when you are replacing an Ives bolt in kind.
7) Is the Ives 253 surface bolt solid brass or plated steel?
Solid brass substrate, not plated steel. That matters in two places: exterior and coastal openings where a steel bolt would rust in the guide, and finish matching, because the plated brass takes 605 bright brass, 613 oil-rubbed satin bronze, and 626 satin chrome cleanly to match adjacent lever and hinge finishes.
8) How far does the Ives 253 stand off the door face, and will it clear my door stop or astragal?
The 253 measures 1-1/8 x 8 to 12 x 1-5/8 inches. The 1-1/8 and 1-5/8 figures are what govern clearance at the face and edge, so check them against the depth of your stop, astragal, or weatherstrip before mounting. On a pair with a heavy overlapping astragal, verify the knob and bolt guide are not fouled by the astragal leg.
9) What is the difference between the Ives 253 and the ABH HD1805 surface bolt?
Both are heavy duty surface bolts, but the ABH HD1805 uses an auto-locking 3/4 inch stainless steel bar, meaning the bolt latches itself when thrown rather than relying purely on friction to stay put. The Ives 253 is a solid brass manual bolt with a 1-1/4 inch knob, which is what you want when finish match to brass trim matters and the opening is operated by staff who set the inactive leaf deliberately. Choose the HD1805 where the stainless bar and self-locking action suit a rougher, higher-abuse opening.
10) I want a solid brass surface bolt but the Ives 253 is heavier than I need. What else is there?
For a lighter-duty solid brass bolt, the Delaney Solid Brass Surface Bolt and the Delaney Decorative Solid Brass Surface Bolt are alternatives in the same material. The Emtek 8511 is a solid brass surface bolt in a 6 inch length, shorter than the 8 inch minimum on the 253, which helps on a short rail or a cabinet-scale opening. The Trimco 4800 Series is another surface bolt line worth looking at. Where the opening is a commercial pair and the spec calls for A156.16, stay with the 253.
11) Do I need two Ives 253 bolts per inactive door leaf?
For a standard pair, most installations use two, one at the head and one at the sill, so the inactive leaf is held top and bottom. The 253 is sold per bolt, so a two-point inactive leaf means ordering two of the same finish. Each one ships with its own wood screws and both strike types.
12) Is the Ives 253 handed? Does it matter which side of the door it goes on?
The 253 is not handed. It's a surface-applied bolt that mounts to the face of the inactive leaf, so left- and right-hand openings take the same part. What decides the mounting is which face the bolt is secured from and whether you use the universal strike on the frame face or mortise the MS strike into the frame, both of which come in the box.
13) Can I use the Ives 253 to match existing satin chrome or oil-rubbed bronze hardware in my building?
Three finishes are offered on the 253, and each is available in both the 8 inch and 12 inch length: 605 bright brass, 613 satin bronze oil-rubbed, and 626 satin chrome. 626 is the common commercial match for satin chrome levers and closers; 613 pairs with oil-rubbed bronze trim. For fleet standardization across a property, pick one finish and one length and repeat it across openings.
14) Can the Ives 253 be used as the primary lock on a door?
No. The 253 is an auxiliary bolt, meant to add a security point to an inactive leaf or a door that is already locked by other means. It has no key cylinder and no outside operation, so it can only be thrown and retracted from the side it's mounted on. Pair it with the actual lockset or exit device that secures the active leaf.
15) For a school or hospital where I need surface bolts that meet ANSI/BHMA, does the Ives 253 qualify or should I spec something else?
The Ives 253 is a commercial surface bolt that meets ANSI/BHMA A156.16 and is solid brass, so it can be written into a commercial specification directly. Trimco offers the 4800 Series surface bolts as an alternate line if the project standardizes on Trimco elsewhere in the opening. When standardizing across a facility, match the finish as well: the Ives 253 is offered in 605 bright brass, 613 satin bronze oil-rubbed, and 626 satin chrome.
16) What is the difference between the Delaney 410309 and the Delaney BV7600 when I am cross-shopping against the Ives 253?
Both Delaney bolts are solid brass surface bolts; the BV7600 is the decorative version and the 410309 is the standard solid brass bolt. The Ives 253 sits on the decorative side of that split, with a 1-1/4 inch diameter knob intended to complement the surrounding trim while giving a grip for throwing the bolt, and it is a commercial-rated bolt meeting ANSI/BHMA A156.16. If the appearance of the bolt matters on the visible face of a double door, compare the Ives 253 against the BV7600; if it is a back-of-house opening, the 410309 is the plainer option.
17) Why does the Ives 253 have a 1-1/4 inch knob instead of a flat thumb turn?
The 1-1/4 inch diameter knob is there to be gripped and thrown with one hand, including with a glove on. Flat lever-style pulls on lighter bolts are harder to move once the bolt is under any binding load from a door that has settled. On the 253 the knob is decorative as well, sized to sit alongside residential-scale trim without looking industrial.
18) I need a longer surface bolt than 12 inches for a tall door. Can I get one?
Lengths beyond the stock 8 and 12 inch are available on the 253 as a factory custom order. That is the route for tall openings where the bolt has to reach a head strike well above the operating position. Specify the finish (605, 613, or 626) along with the length when you request it.
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