Ives 7245F Stainless Steel Offset Pivot Set 500lb Capacity Fire Rated with 3-Hour Rating

Ives 7245F Stainless Steel Offset Pivot Set 500lb Capacity Fire Rated with 3-Hour Rating

Heavy-Duty Fire-Rated Pivot Solution for Commercial Applications

The Ives 7245F is a professional-grade 1-1/2" offset pivot set engineered for heavy commercial doors up to 500 pounds. This fire-rated pivot system features stainless steel construction with UL 10C 3-hour fire rating approval and ANSI 156.26 Grade 1 certification. Designed for 1-3/4" minimum door thickness with 1/8" bevel in 2", the system includes top header mount and bottom base mount components with 3/16" vertical adjustment range and positive locking mechanism.

Professional Features & Benefits

• Heavy-Duty Load Capacity: Supports doors up to 500 pounds with superior structural distribution throughout floor and frame for reduced stress on opening components.
• Fire-Rated Performance: UL 10C tested and approved for 3-hour fire rating, meeting stringent commercial fire safety requirements for critical applications.
• Precision Door Positioning: 3/16" vertical adjustment range with positive locking mechanism allows precise door positioning and load balancing during installation.
• Stainless Steel Construction: All exposed components manufactured from stainless steel for maximum corrosion resistance and long-term durability in demanding environments.
• Complete Pivot Set Configuration: Includes 7245F Top header mount pivot and 7245F Bottom mortised cement case mount for complete door hanging solution.
• ANSI Grade 1 Certification: Certified to ANSI 156.26 Grade 1 standards exceeding industry performance requirements for commercial applications.
• Non-Handed Design: Universal installation reduces inventory requirements and simplifies specification for various door configurations.
• Intermediate Pivot Compatibility: Compatible with 7245F INT intermediate pivots as needed for additional support on extra-heavy or tall door applications.

Technical Specifications

• ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA A156.4 C07121
• Application: Heavy-Duty, Fire-Rated
• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Department: Door Hardware
• Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
• Door Weight: Up to 500 lbs
• Duty Level: Heavy Duty
• Electronic: Yes
• Fire Rated Time: 3 hours
• Fire Rating: Yes
• Hang Type: Offset Hung
• Mounting Method: Offset
• Pivot Type: Top & Bottom
• Product Attribute: Pivots
• Product Category: Door Hinges and Pivots
• Product Group: Door Hinges and Pivots
• Product Model: 7245F
• Product Subgroup: Pivots and Pivot Sets
• Product Substrate: Stainless Steel
• Product Type: Pivots - Offset
• Subcategory: Hinges and Pivots

Installation & Operation

1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including 1-3/4" minimum door thickness with 1/8" bevel in 2" and structural adequacy for 500-pound load capacity.
2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately for top header mount and bottom mortised cement case mount positions.
3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions, ensuring proper clearances for pivot operation.
4. Install top header mount pivot in ceiling or frame header structure and bottom pivot in mortised cement case mount per manufacturer torque specifications.
5. Utilize the 3/16" vertical adjustment range with positive locking mechanism to precisely position door height and balance the 500-pound load distribution.
6. Test pivot operation to verify smooth door movement throughout full swing range and confirm proper load distribution. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and intermediate pivot requirements for additional electrical wiring applications.

Professional Applications

• Commercial Office Building Heavy Doors
• Educational Facility Fire-Rated Openings
• Healthcare Institution Security Doors
• Industrial Facility Heavy-Duty Entrances
• Government Building Fire-Rated Assemblies
• Multi-Tenant Residential Fire Doors
• Retail Establishment Security Openings

Why Choose Ives Quality?

Ives pivot systems deliver professional-grade reliability with precision stainless steel construction and ANSI 156.26 Grade 1 certification exceeding industry standards. UL 10C 3-hour fire rating approval and 500-pound load capacity demonstrate engineered performance for the most demanding commercial applications. Engineered for heavy-duty commercial installations where dependable fire-rated performance and structural integrity are essential.