Norton Rixson F280 Fire Rated 3/4" Offset Top Pivot Set with 3-Hour Fire Rating
Professional Fire-Rated Pivot Solution for Commercial Door Applications
The Norton Rixson F280 Fire Rated Top Pivot Set delivers professional-grade pivot hardware specifically engineered for fire door assemblies requiring 3/4" offset mounting. This fire-rated pivot set features a 3-hour fire rating and is designed for 1-3/4" doors in flush door and frame applications where the door portion cannot be mortised. Constructed with ferrous materials for fire door compliance, this half-surface mounted pivot provides reliable operation in demanding commercial environments.
Professional Features & Benefits
- 3/4" Offset Design: Precisely engineered 3/4" (19mm) offset measured from centerline of pivot to face of door for proper door alignment and clearance.
- 3-Hour Fire Rating: Meets stringent fire door assembly requirements with full 3-hour fire rating certification for critical life safety applications.
- Specialized Door Compatibility: Designed specifically for 1-3/4" doors in flush door and frame applications where door mortising is not possible.
- Ferrous Material Construction: Built with ferrous materials required for fire door assemblies, ensuring compliance with fire safety standards.
- Half-Surface Mounting: Half-surface design provides secure installation while maintaining clean door appearance in offset hung applications.
- Handed Configuration: Available in handed configurations to accommodate specific door swing requirements and installation needs.
- Custom Pivot Pin Options: Available with longer than standard pivot pins in 1/4" (6mm), 1/2" (13mm), and 3/4" (19mm) increments for specialized applications.
- 2-Year Limited Warranty: Backed by Norton Rixson’s 2-Year Limited warranty for added confidence and protection.
Technical Specifications
- Application: Standard Door
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Department: Door Hardware
- Door Hand Direction: Handed
- Duty Level: Standard Duty
- Electronic: No
- Fasteners: Torx Screws Optional
- 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 Subgroup: Pivots and Pivot Sets
- Product Substrate: Non-ferrous
- Product Type: Pivot Hinges
- Series: 280 Series
- Subcategory: Top Pivots
- Warranty: 2 Year Limited
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, stile width, and handing as applicable to this product.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces.
- Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
- Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
- 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
- Fire-Rated Door Assemblies
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
- Government and Municipal Buildings
Why Choose Norton Rixson Quality?
Norton Rixson pivot hardware delivers professional-grade reliability with ferrous material construction specifically engineered for fire door assemblies. With a comprehensive 3-hour fire rating and 2-Year Limited warranty, this pivot set meets the demanding requirements of commercial fire safety applications. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable performance and code compliance are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Series:
- 280 Series
- Duty Level:
- Standard Duty
- Hang Type:
- Offset Hung
- Warranty:
- 2 Year Limited
- Product Group:
- Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Subgroup:
- Pivots and Pivot Sets
- Product Type:
- Top Pivots
- Subcategory:
- Top Pivots
- Fasteners:
- Torx Screws Optional
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Fire Rated Time:
- 3 hours
- Electronic:
- No
- Pivot Type:
- Top & Bottom
- Mounting Method:
- Offset
- Application:
- Standard Door
- Product Attribute:
- Pivots
- Door Hand Direction:
- Handed
- Fire Rating:
- Yes
- Product Category:
- Door Hinges and Pivots
- Product Substrate:
- Non-ferrous
- Department:
- Door Hardware