Norton Rixson 5020 Series Center Hung Double Acting Floor Closer with Backcheck - 250 lbs Door Weight
Professional Double-Acting Floor Closer Solution
The Norton Rixson 5020 Series is a double-acting, center-hung, shallow-depth floor closer engineered for standard door frame installation on interior doors weighing up to 250 lbs. This non-handed floor closer features separate and independent valves for closing speed, latch speed, and backcheck control, with a robust Cycolac rust-proof cement case construction. The unit includes a 340 top pivot and allows door swing up to 130° in either direction for versatile installation applications.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Maximum Door Weight Capacity: Supports interior doors up to 250 lbs with reliable center-hung mounting system.
- Double-Acting Operation: Non-handed design allows door swing up to 130° in either direction for flexible traffic flow.
- Shallow Depth Design: Ideal for upper levels of multi-story buildings where space constraints require compact installation.
- Independent Valve Control: Separate valves for closing speed, latch speed, and backcheck provide enhanced operational control and adjustment.
- Vandal-Resistant Construction: In-floor concealment with Cycolac rust-proof cement case provides protection from tampering and weather exposure.
- Complete Installation Package: Includes 340 top pivot with interchangeable spindle adapters and extended spindles available in 1/2" up to 2" lengths.
- Flexible Mounting Options: Available with floor plate or threshold installation to accommodate various door frame configurations.
- Manufacturer Warranty: 2-year limited warranty for added confidence and protection.
Technical Specifications
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Cover Type: Cycolac, rust-proof cement case
- Delay Function: Yes
- Department: Door Hardware
- Door Swing: Double Acting
- Door Weight: 250 lbs.
- Duty Level: Standard Duty
- Hang Type: Center Hung
- Hold Open Feature: No
- Mounting Method: Center Hung
- Product Category: Door Controls
- Product Group: Door Controls
- Product Model: 5023NBC
- Product Subgroup: Door Closers - Floor
- Product Type: Floor Door Closers - Shallow Depth
- Series: 5020 Series
- Spring Type: Fixed Size
- Subcategory: Floor Closers
- Warranty: 2 Year Limited
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, weight capacity up to 250 lbs, and floor construction adequacy for center-hung mounting.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on floor and door frame surfaces for the shallow-depth installation.
- Prepare floor and door by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions, ensuring proper depth for the compact design.
- Install the floor closer unit, 340 top pivot, and all mounting hardware per manufacturer torque specifications, selecting appropriate spindle adapter length.
- Adjust the separate valves for closing speed, latch speed, and backcheck to achieve proper door operation throughout the 130° swing range in both directions.
- Test device operation to verify proper function and make final adjustments as needed. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.
Professional Applications
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- Retail Establishments
- Multi-Story Building Upper Levels
- Interior High-Traffic Doorways
- Government and Municipal Buildings
Why Choose Norton Rixson Quality?
Norton Rixson 5020 Series floor closers deliver professional-grade reliability with robust Cycolac rust-proof cement case construction and precision-engineered internal components designed for demanding commercial applications. The 2-year limited warranty provides additional confidence in long-term performance. Engineered for standard duty commercial use where dependable double-acting door control and vandal-resistant concealed installation are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Series:
- 5020 Series
- Spring Type:
- Fixed Size
- Door Swing:
- Double Acting
- Warranty:
- 2 Year Limited
- Product Group:
- Door Controls
- Product Subgroup:
- Door Closers - Floor
- Product Type:
- Floor Door Closers - Shallow Depth
- Subcategory:
- Floor Closers
- Door Weight:
- 250 lbs.
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Hang Type:
- Center Hung
- Duty Level:
- Standard Duty
- Product Model:
- 5023NBC
- Cover Type:
- Cycolac, rust-proof cement case
- Delay Function:
- Yes
- Hold Open Feature:
- No
- Mounting Method:
- Center Hung
- Product Category:
- Door Controls
- Department:
- Door Hardware