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Norton Rixson Model 356 Double-Acting Interior Gate Specialty Closer for 75lb Doors

Norton Rixson Model 356 Double-Acting Interior Gate Specialty Closer for 75lb Doors

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Norton Rixson Model 356 Double-Acting Interior Gate Specialty Closer for 75lb Doors

Professional Double-Acting Gate Closer for Interior Applications

The Norton Rixson Model 356 is a double-acting, non-handed specialty closer designed specifically for interior office rail gates, partitions, and restroom doors up to 75lbs. This specialty closer accommodates dwarf doors from 2' 2" to 3' 0" wide with 1-3/4" door thickness and provides quiet, controlled operation with a maximum opening of 90 degrees. The body mounts under the gate with surface mounted top pivot included, allowing the frame to carry the full weight of the door.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Door Weight Capacity: Supports doors up to 75lbs maximum weight for reliable operation with interior gates and specialty applications.
  • Door Width Compatibility: Designed for dwarf doors from 2' 2" to 3' 0" wide with 1-3/4" door thickness for precise fit requirements.
  • Double-Acting Operation: Non-handed design allows doors to swing in both directions with controlled closing action and 90-degree maximum opening.
  • Complete Installation Package: Includes closer, bracket, and arm that may be surface mounted or mortised for flexible installation options.
  • Quiet Control Technology: All moving parts are enclosed and fully immersed in lubricating checking fluid to eliminate slamming or flapping noise.
  • Under-Gate Mounting: Body mounts under gate with surface mounted top pivot included, allowing frame to carry full weight of door for structural efficiency.
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 2 Year Limited warranty coverage for added confidence and protection.

Technical Specifications

  • ANSI/BHMA: ANSI C09053
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Door Swing: Double Acting
  • Duty Level: Light Duty
  • Hold Open Feature: No
  • Product Category: Gate Hardware
  • Product Group: Door Trim and Accessories
  • Product Subgroup: Gate Hinges and Closers
  • Product Type: Gate Closers
  • Series: 350 Series
  • Subcategory: Specialty Closers
  • Traffic Rating: Low Traffic
  • Warranty: 2 Year Limited

Installation & Operation

  1. Survey installation location and verify gate construction is suitable for under-gate mounting. Confirm door weight does not exceed 75lbs maximum capacity.
  2. Verify door dimensions are within 2' 2" to 3' 0" width range and door thickness is 1-3/4" for proper fit.
  3. Mount closer body under gate using provided bracket and hardware. Install surface mounted top pivot in frame header position.
  4. Attach closer arm to door using surface mount or mortised installation method as preferred for the application.
  5. Adjust closer operation for smooth double-acting function with controlled closing speed and proper latching alignment.
  6. Test operation through full 90-degree opening range in both directions and verify quiet, controlled closing action. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation specifications and adjustment procedures.

Professional Applications

  • Interior Office Rail Gates
  • Partition Door Systems
  • Restroom Facility Doors
  • Commercial Building Interior Gates
  • Low-Traffic Specialty Door Applications
  • Dwarf Door Installations

Why Choose Norton Rixson Quality?

Norton Rixson Model 356 specialty closers deliver professional-grade reliability with enclosed moving parts fully immersed in lubricating checking fluid for quiet, controlled operation. The 2 Year Limited warranty and ANSI C09053 compliance ensure dependable performance in commercial interior gate applications. Engineered specifically for specialty door requirements where standard closers cannot provide the precise fit and function needed.

Product Specs

Series:
350 Series
Warranty:
2 Year Limited
Door Swing:
Double Acting
Traffic Rating:
Low Traffic
ANSI/BHMA:
ANSI C09053
Product Type:
Gate Closers
Duty Level:
Light Duty
Product Group:
Door Trim and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Specialty Closers
Subcategory:
Specialty Closers
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Hold Open Feature:
No
Product Category:
Door Controls
Department:
Door Hardware

Norton Rixson 356 689 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Norton Rixson 356 gate closer work on a 36 inch wide office rail gate?
Yes, 3 feet 0 inches is the top of the range. The Model 356 covers dwarf doors from 2 feet 2 inches up to 3 feet 0 inches wide at 1-3/4 inch thickness, and the leaf has to weigh 75 lbs or less. Go wider or heavier than that and you are outside what the 356 controls, and you would be looking at a full-size door closer instead.
2) Do I need to order a left hand or right hand version of the Rixson 356 gate closer?
No handing to specify. The 356 is a non-handed, double-acting closer, so the same unit works on a gate swinging either direction and one part number covers both hands. That is the point of a rail gate or restroom partition door: it pushes open both ways and self-centers closed. Maximum opening is 90 degrees in each direction.
3) How does a gate closer like the Rixson 356 mount, and does the gate hang from it?
The closer body mounts under the gate, and a surface mounted top pivot is included. The frame carries the full weight of the door, not the closer, so the closer body is doing the control work rather than acting as a bottom pivot bearing the leaf. The arm can be surface mounted or mortised into the gate, whichever suits the stile you are working with. Closer, bracket and arm all come in the box.
4) Is a Rixson 356 gate closer strong enough for a busy public restroom entrance?
It is rated Light Duty and Low Traffic, so it suits interior partition doors, office rail gates and low-use restroom doors. A high-cycle public entrance door, or anything exterior, wants a full commercial door closer rather than a 350 Series specialty closer. Weight is the hard line: 75 lbs and under.
5) Will a Locinox LUKY surface mounted swing gate lock do the same job as a Norton Rixson 356 gate closer?
No, they do two different jobs on a gate. The Norton Rixson Model 356 is a double-acting gate closer for interior office rail gates, partitions, and restroom doors up to 75lbs, with all moving parts enclosed in lubricating checking fluid so the gate closes under control instead of slamming. The Locinox LOCLUKY0J5LZCZB9005 is a surface mounted swing gate lock with handle, supplied less mortise cylinder, and its function is a single cylinder deadbolt. A lock secures the gate once it is shut; it does nothing to bring the gate back. On an interior partition or restroom gate that needs to swing both directions and self close, the 356 is the part that controls the swing, and a lock like the LUKY would be an addition to it rather than a replacement for it.
6) Will the Rixson 356 hold a gate open for moving carts through?
No hold open on this one. The 356 has no hold open feature, so the gate returns closed every time it is released. If a facility needs the leaf parked open during deliveries or cleaning, plan on a separate hold open device or a doorstop, because there is no hold open variant of the 356.
7) Will a gate closer stop a swinging office rail gate from slamming and flapping?
That is what the 356 is for. All the moving parts are enclosed and fully immersed in lubricating checking fluid, which is what kills the slam and the flap on a free-swinging double-acting gate. It gives you controlled closing in both directions instead of a spring hinge letting the leaf oscillate.
8) Is the Norton Rixson 356 gate closer rated for exterior gates?
No. The 356 is a commercial interior specialty closer, built for office rail gates, partitions and restroom doors. For an exterior swing gate you are in different territory entirely, and a hydraulic gate closer intended for outdoor use is what you want there.
9) Does the Norton Rixson 356 have an ANSI/BHMA designation for a spec submittal?
It carries ANSI C09053. That is the number to put on the submittal or the hardware schedule when a specifier asks for the ANSI/BHMA designation on a 350 Series specialty gate closer.
10) Can I use a Locinox gate lock as an alternative to the Rixson 356 closer?
Different job. The Locinox USA LUKY surface mounted swing gate lock and the Locinox Secura security keepers are locking and latching hardware, single cylinder deadbolt function, and none of them control how the gate swings or closes. If the problem is a gate that slams or will not self-close, the 356 closer is the part. If the problem is securing the gate once shut, that is where the Locinox line fits, and the two often go on the same opening together.
11) What comes in the box with the Rixson 356 gate closer, and what else do I need to order?
Closer, bracket, arm and the surface mounted top pivot are all included, so a straight install on a gate already hung in its frame needs nothing extra from the closer side. What is not included is the gate hinging itself and any lock or latch, so if the opening is new you are ordering pivots or hinges and a gate lock separately.
12) I need the gate to latch and stay locked, not just close by itself. Which part is that?
That is a keeper or gate lock, not a closer. The Norton Rixson Model 356 controls the swing on a double-acting interior gate and has no hold open feature, so it returns the gate to closed every time but does not secure it. For securing, the Locinox SHKL-9005-QF2K security keeper with quick-fix mounting and the SH-KL-ALUM-QF2K Secura security keeper in aluminum with QuickFix mounting both carry a single cylinder deadbolt function, and Locinox also offers the SHIELD-SH-9005 anti-theft protection plate for standard SA and Modulec SA keeps. Many interior gate openings end up with both: the 356 to bring it closed quietly, and a keeper to hold it there.
13) What finishes does the Norton Rixson 356 gate closer come in?
Seven, and they cover both painted architectural and suede powder options: 689 Aluminum, 690 Dark Bronze, 691 Light Bronze, 693 Flat Black, 696 Satin Brass Painted, BSP Black Suede Powder and WSP White Suede Powder. If you are matching existing Norton Rixson hardware across a floor of partitions, 689 and 690 are the usual pair to standardize on.
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Does the Norton Rixson 356 689 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Norton Rixson 356 689 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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