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LCN LCN 1460-18 Drop Plate 1460-18

LCN 1460-18 Drop Plate for Door Closer Installation

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LCN 1460 Series Drop Plate for Door Closer Installation

Professional Door Closer Mounting Accessory

The LCN 1460 Series Drop Plate is an essential mounting accessory that facilitates secure installation of door closers in challenging architectural conditions. This commercial-grade drop plate accommodates installations where standard mounting dimensions are insufficient, requiring minimum clearances of 2-1/2" (64 mm) for hinge side mounting and 1-3/4" (44 mm) for top jamb applications. ADA compliant and engineered for reliable performance in commercial environments.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Dimensional Requirements: Required for hinge side mount where top rail is less than 2-1/2" (64 mm) and top jamb mounting where head frame is less than 1-3/4" (44 mm).
  • Minimum Clearance Specifications: Requires 1-1/2" (38 mm) minimum top rail or 1-1/4" (32 mm) head frame for proper installation.
  • Flush Ceiling Compatibility: Designed to accommodate flush ceiling conditions where standard mounting is not feasible.
  • ADA Compliance: Meets ADA requirements for accessible door hardware installations.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Engineered for reliable and durable performance in demanding commercial applications.
  • Universal Door Closer Compatibility: Compatible with various LCN door closer models for versatile installation options.
  • Professional Installation Solution: Facilitates easy and secure door closer installation in space-constrained applications.

Technical Specifications

  • ADA Compliant: Yes
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Parts and Accessories Type: Replacement Parts
  • Product Attribute: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Category: Door Controls
  • Product Group: Door Controls
  • Product Model: 1460-18
  • Product Subgroup: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Type: Door Closer Parts and Accessories
  • Series: 1460 Series
  • Subcategory: Parts and Accessories

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 LCN Quality?

LCN door closer accessories deliver professional-grade reliability with precision engineering for demanding commercial applications. ADA compliant design ensures accessibility compliance while accommodating challenging architectural conditions. Engineered for dependable performance where proper door closer installation is essential for building safety and functionality.

Manufacturer Resources

LCN Full Line Catalog

Product Specs

Series:
1460 Series
Subcategory:
Parts and Accessories
Product Group:
Door Controls
Product Subgroup:
Parts and Accessories
Product Type:
Door Closer Parts and Accessories
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
ADA Compliant:
Yes
Parts and Accessories Type:
Replacement Parts
Product Attribute:
Parts and Accessories
Product Model:
1460-18
Product Category:
Door Controls
Department:
Door Hardware

LCN 1460-18-689 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) When do I need an LCN 1460-18 drop plate instead of mounting the closer directly to the door?
The 1460-18 drop plate is what you add when the mounting surface is too shallow for the closer itself. For hinge (pull) side mounting, you need it when the door's top rail is less than 2-1/2 inches (64 mm). For top jamb mounting, you need it when the head frame is less than 1-3/4 inches (44 mm). Above those dimensions, the closer body mounts direct and the plate is unnecessary. Measure the rail or the frame face before ordering, because that single measurement is the whole decision.
2) My door has a 1-1/4 inch head frame. Will the LCN drop plate still work, or am I out of luck?
That works. The 1460-18 drop plate has its own floor: it needs a minimum of 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) of top rail for hinge side mounting, or 1-1/4 inches (32 mm) of head frame for top jamb mounting. A 1-1/4 inch head frame is right at the top jamb minimum, so the plate is usable. Go below either of those numbers and the plate has nothing to fasten to, and you are into a different mounting approach entirely.
3) Is the LCN 1460-18 a closer, or just the mounting bracket? What else do I need to order?
It is the bracket only, not a door closer. The 1460-18 is a mounting accessory: a steel plate that fastens to the door or frame and gives the closer body a surface to land on when the rail or frame is too narrow. You order it in addition to the closer and its arm, not instead of them. If you are replacing a failed closer on an opening that already has a plate in place, check whether the existing plate is reusable before adding one to the order.
4) Hinge side or top jamb mount, which one needs the drop plate on a narrow-rail aluminum storefront door?
Both mounting positions can need it, and the trigger dimension is different for each. Pull side (hinge side) mounting needs the plate when the top rail measures under 2-1/2 inches (64 mm), which is common on narrow-rail aluminum entrances. Top jamb mounting needs it when the head frame is under 1-3/4 inches (44 mm). On a glass storefront the rail is usually the constraint, so the decision comes down to which surface you have more of: measure the door's top rail and the frame head, and mount on whichever one clears its own minimum, 1-1/2 inches of rail or 1-1/4 inches of head frame.
5) What finishes does the LCN 1460-18 drop plate come in so it matches the closer already on my other doors?
Five finishes: 689 aluminum, 690 statuary bronze, 691 light bronze, 695 dark bronze, and tan painted. Those are the standard LCN closer finishes, so for a property manager standardizing a building, you order the plate in the same finish code as the closer covers on the rest of the openings and it disappears into the install. The plate sits directly under the closer body, so a mismatch is visible from the floor.
6) I have a flush ceiling right above the door frame. Can I still get a closer mounted?
Yes, that is one of the conditions the 1460-18 plate exists for. It accommodates flush ceiling conditions where the standard mounting position is not feasible, dropping the closer down off the obstructed surface so the body and arm have room to work. This comes up constantly on top jamb installs in commercial corridors where the frame head runs tight to a hard ceiling.
7) Does adding a drop plate under the door closer affect ADA compliance on an accessible opening?
The 1460-18 drop plate is ADA compliant, so using it to solve a shallow rail or tight head frame does not cost you the accessible opening. That matters for institutional buyers in healthcare, education, and government facilities where the opening has to hold its accessibility status after the retrofit. The plate is a commercial-grade component, not a residential accessory.
8) Will the 1460-18 drop plate fit the LCN closer I already have on the door?
The 1460-18 is built to work with LCN door closer models, and it is sold as a replacement part, so it is the right route when you are re-hanging or swapping a closer on an opening that never had enough rail. Match it to the LCN closer series you are mounting, since drop plates in the LCN line are keyed to the closer body's mounting hole pattern. If the closer on the door is not an LCN, the hole pattern is not something to assume.
How fast can I get the LCN 1460-18-689 delivered?
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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 LCN 1460-18-689 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The LCN 1460-18-689 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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