Name: Sargent 1131 Grade 1 Adjustable Surface Door Closer for Medium-Traffic Commercial Applications
Brand: Sargent
SKU: 1131 RU EB
Price: 219.46 USD
Availability: InStock

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Sargent 1131 Grade 1 Adjustable Surface Door Closer with ADA Compliance for Door Sizes 1-6

Professional Grade 1 Door Closer for Commercial Applications

The Sargent 1131 Series Door Closer delivers Grade 1 performance for medium-traffic commercial applications with full adjustability for door sizes 1-6. This heavy-duty surface closer features ADA-compliant operation and ANSI/BHMA A156.19 certification, making it ideal for offices, hotel rooms, and assisted living facilities. The versatile design accommodates standard, top jamb, and parallel arm mounting configurations for maximum installation flexibility.

Professional Features & Benefits

Grade 1 Performance: ANSI/BHMA A156.19 certified for heavy-duty commercial applications requiring reliable door control.
Full Size Adjustability: Adjusts for door sizes 1-6 providing versatile installation options across various door weights and applications.
Multiple Mounting Options: Interchangeable for standard, top jamb, and parallel arm applications for flexible installation configurations.
Heavy-Duty Construction: Built for high-traffic commercial applications with vandal-resistant captivated valves to prevent tampering.
ADA Compliance: Meets ADA requirements for accessible door operation in commercial facilities.
Easy Retrofit Installation: Designed for simple retrofitting on existing storefront entry doors without extensive modifications.
Hold Open Feature: Integrated hold open functionality for convenient door positioning when needed.
Manufacturer Warranty: 2 Year Limited warranty for added confidence and protection.

Technical Specifications

ADA Compliant: Yes
ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA A156.19
Commercial/Residential: Commercial
Department: Door Hardware
Duty Level: Heavy Duty
Hold Open Feature: Yes
Product Category: Door Controls
Product Group: Door Controls
Product Subgroup: Power Operators
Product Type: Low Energy Operators
Series: 6000 Series
Subcategory: Surface Closers
Traffic Rating: High Traffic
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/or 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

Commercial Office Buildings
Educational Facilities
Healthcare Institutions
Retail Establishments
Hotel and Hospitality Properties
Assisted Living Facilities
Storefront Entry Systems

Why Choose Sargent Quality?

Sargent 1131 Series door closers deliver professional-grade reliability with Grade 1 certification and heavy-duty construction rated for high-traffic commercial applications. The 2 Year Limited warranty provides added confidence for demanding installations. Engineered for medium-traffic commercial applications where dependable door control and ADA compliance are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

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Product Specs

Series:: 1131 Series
Grade:: Grade 1
Product Type:: Surface Mounted Door Closers
Duty Level:: Medium Duty
Product Group:: Door Controls
Product Subgroup:: Door Closers - Surface Mounted
Subcategory:: Door Closers
ADA Compliant:: Yes
Commercial/Residential:: Commercial
Delay Function:: No
Mounting Method:: Surface
Product Category:: Door Controls
Department:: Door Hardware

Sargent 1131 RU EB – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Sargent 1131 door closer work on a heavy exterior door, or is it only for interior openings?

The 1131 is a size-adjustable surface closer covering door sizes 1 through 6, so the spring can be dialed up for a wide, heavier door or down for a light interior one. Sargent rates it medium duty at Grade 1, which puts it in offices, hotel guest rooms and assisted living corridors rather than a constantly cycled main entrance. For a true high-abuse entry, a heavy duty Grade 1 unit like the BEST HD8000 or the Falcon SC71A is the better match.

2) Can the Sargent 1131 be mounted parallel arm on the push side, or does it have to go on the pull side?

All three mountings work with the same closer: standard (pull side), top jamb, and parallel arm on the push side. The body is interchangeable between them, so you pick the mounting at install based on which side has clearance, rather than ordering a different part number for each. Parallel arm is the usual choice when the door swings out into a corridor and you want the closer tucked under the frame soffit.

3) What is the difference between the HU and RU arm on the Sargent 1131, and which one do I order?

HU is the hold open arm and RU is the standard, non-hold-open arm. Order HU when you want the door to stand open at a set point, common for move-in doors, housekeeping routes and loading areas. Order RU for anything that has to self-close and latch every time, which includes fire rated openings, where a hold open arm is not permitted unless it releases on alarm. Both arm types are offered in the same two finishes.

4) Is the Sargent 1131 ADA compliant for an accessible entrance?

Yes, the 1131 is ADA compliant, and the size 1-6 spring range is what makes that workable: on an accessible interior opening you back the spring power down to meet the reduced opening force, then use the closing and latch speed valves to keep the door closing reliably. Note there is no delayed action on this closer, so if your accessibility plan calls for a delay before the door starts to close, you need a different model.

5) I need a door closer with delayed action so a wheelchair user has time to clear the opening. Does the Sargent 1131 do that?

No. The 1131 has no delay function. If delayed action is the requirement, look at the Orca Hardware BHDC1958 delayed action closer or the BHDC2011 delayed action version, both of which we carry as tri-packed regular arm units with a parallel bracket.

6) What is a direct equivalent to the Sargent 1131 door closer from another manufacturer?

The Sargent 1131 is a Grade 1 surface mounted door closer for commercial openings, offered with a hold open arm or a standard arm. Close counterparts in the same class include the Norton Rixson 8501A, a Grade 1 tri-mount surface closer with an adjustable size 1-6 spring, and the Norton Rixson 1601P, a Grade 1 medium duty surface closer from the 1600 Series. The BEST HD7000 Series is also a Grade 1 medium duty surface mounted closer with adjustable spring power and backcheck control. All three are surface mounted Grade 1 units, so they suit the same commercial door types the 1131 covers.

7) Which door closer should I use instead of the Sargent 1131 on a heavy traffic entrance?

The Sargent 1131 is a medium duty Grade 1 surface closer. For an opening that sees heavier cycling, step up to a heavy duty unit: the BEST HD8000 Series and BEST EHD9000 Series are both Grade 1 heavy duty surface mounted closers, with the EHD9000 adjustable across spring sizes 1-6. The Falcon SC71A Series is a Grade 1 heavy duty surface mount closer, and the LCN 1460T is a heavy duty surface mounted closer in a powder coat finish. All mount to the door surface the same way the 1131 does.

8) I need a door closer that holds the door open. What are the alternatives to the Sargent 1131 hold open version?

The Sargent 1131 is available with the HU hold open arm. If you need the same function from another maker, the Accentra 51 Series is an industrial door closer with a tri-packed hold open arm covering sizes 1-6, the Orca Hardware BHDC1958HO/PA is a hold open closer with a tri-packed hold open arm and a parallel bracket for doors 1-3/4 inch thick, and the Stanley Security A45-501HL uses a long hold open arm in a standard top jamb application. Closers ordered with a non-hold-open arm, such as the Accentra 1101BF or the Accentra 2701, will not park the door open.

9) What door closer covers spring sizes 1 through 6 like the Sargent 1131?

The Sargent 1131 adjusts for door sizes 1-6, so one unit covers a range of door widths and weights. Peers with the same adjustment range include the Accentra 51 Series at sizes 1-6, the Accentra 2701 Series with adjustable spring sizes 1-6, the Arrow DCN325 Grade 1 surface closer at adjustable spring size 1-6, the BEST EHD9000 Series at sizes 1-6, the Norton Rixson 8501A at size 1-6, the Dorma 8916-JT Grade 1 surface closer adjustable size 1-6, and the Imperial USA TC4300 Grade 1 heavy duty size 1-6 ADA closer. Closers limited to sizes 1-4, such as the Accentra 1101BF, the Arrow DCN314, or the Dormakaba 7414, cover a narrower band of doors.

10) The Sargent 1131 does not have delayed action. Which closer does?

The Sargent 1131 does not include a delay function. If the opening needs a slower initial swing for accessibility or for carts and gurneys, the Orca Hardware BHDC1958DA/PA is a delayed action door closer with a regular arm and parallel bracket for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Orca Hardware BHDC2011DA/PA is a delayed action closer in the BHDC2011 Series with the same arm and bracket arrangement for 1-3/4 inch doors.

11) Can I use a Grade 2 door closer in place of the Sargent 1131?

Only if your specification allows it. The Sargent 1131 is Grade 1. The Cal-Royal 400 Series is a Grade 2 commercial hydraulic door closer, and the Falcon SC91A is Grade 3. If the drawing or the facility standard calls for Grade 1, stay within that band: the Cal-Royal 500S is a Grade 1 barrier free closer with adjustable back-check, and the Cal-Royal 700S is a Grade 1 dual valve sized closer with an adjustable tube arm.

12) What is an ADA compliant alternative to the Sargent 1131 surface closer?

The Sargent 1131 meets ADA requirements for accessible door operation. Other ADA closers in the same surface mount class include the Calibre CA9901, a Grade 1 tri-pack arm ADA surface mount closer in sizes 2-5; the Calibre CA4001, a Grade 1 adjustable spring tension ADA hydraulic closer; the Calibre CA8001P, a Grade 1 parallel arm size 1 ADA surface mount closer; the Imperial USA TC4300, a heavy duty size 1-6 ADA closer; and the LCN 1250, a light duty ADA compliant closer in sizes 1-5. Match the spring size range to the door before you swap.

13) What finishes does the Sargent 1131 closer come in, and will they match aluminum storefront?

Two sprayed enamel finishes: EN sprayed aluminum enamel and EB sprayed bronze enamel matched to dark satin bronze. EN is the one that blends with clear anodized aluminum storefront and frames; EB is for dark bronze anodized entrances. Both are available with either the hold open or the standard arm.

14) Can I retrofit a Sargent 1131 onto an existing storefront door without redrilling everything?

The 1131 is built for retrofit on existing storefront entry doors without extensive modification, and because the same closer covers standard, top jamb and parallel arm mounting, you can usually pick the mounting that lines up with the prep already in the door or frame. Use the Sargent template to confirm the hole pattern before you commit.

15) I am standardizing closers across a whole building. Is the Sargent 1131 a Grade 1 unit I can spec throughout?

The 1131 is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.19, Grade 1, and it is a commercial-only product. Its size 1-6 adjustment means one part number covers most interior openings in a facility, which is what makes fleet standardization practical: same closer, same spare parts, spring set per door. Where a specific opening sees entrance-level traffic, step up to a heavy duty Grade 1 body such as the BEST EHD9000 rather than pushing the 1131 past its medium duty rating.

16) What is a comparable alternative to the Sargent 1131 hold open closer from another brand?

Closest like-for-like on hold open with the same 1-6 spring range is the Accentra 51 Series, a tri-packed hold open arm closer sized 1-6. The Orca BHDC1958 hold open unit is another tri-packed hold open option. If you want a Grade 1 medium duty body from a different maker and do not need hold open, the Norton Rixson 8501A is a tri-mount Grade 1 closer with size 1-6 adjustment, and the BEST HD7000 is Grade 1 medium duty as well.

17) Is a surface mounted closer like the Sargent 1131 the right choice, or should I be looking at a concealed or track arm closer?

A surface closer such as the 1131 mounts on the face of the door or frame, needs no door or header machining, and is the practical choice for retrofit and for openings where appearance is secondary to serviceability. If the look matters and you want the arm tucked in tight to the door, a slide track closer like the Corbin Russwin DC5230 is the alternative. If the opening needs powered operation rather than a manual closer, that is a low energy operator, a different product entirely.

18) Is there a lighter door closer than the Sargent 1131 for an interior office door?

Yes. The Sargent 1131 is a medium duty Grade 1 closer built for commercial traffic. For a lighter interior opening, the BEST SL6000 Series is a Grade 1 light duty surface mounted closer with adjustable spring sizes, the Norton Rixson 160 Series is a Grade 1 light duty surface closer with an adjustable spring, and the LCN 1250 Series is a light duty surface mounted closer in sizes 1-5 with all-weather fluid and ADA compliant operation. The Falcon SC91A is a light duty cast aluminum surface mount closer at Grade 3.

19) Which closers can be mounted regular, top jamb, or parallel arm like the Sargent 1131?

The Sargent 1131 is interchangeable for standard, top jamb, and parallel arm applications. Peers built the same way include the Dexter DCH1000 Series and DCH4000 Series, both Grade 1 surface closers with tri mount for regular, parallel, or top jamb, along with the Dexter DCL2000 and DCM1000 Series; the Norton Rixson 8501A Grade 1 tri-mount closer; the Norton Rixson 1600 Series with tri-mount design; and the Arrow DCN325, supplied as a regular and parallel arm tri-pack. Tri-mount is the detail that lets one unit cover several door and frame conditions.

20) What looks like a substitute for the Sargent 1131 but is not a door closer at all?

A few items sit next to closers in a search but do a different job. The Arrow DCN500DP is a parallel drop plate for the DCN500, a mounting accessory rather than a closing device. The Stanley Security 327 is a heavy wardrobe pivot for doors 1-3/8 inch or 1-3/4 inch up to 150 pounds, and the Stanley Security 341 is a wardrobe pivot for flush recessed or overlay doors 1-1/8 inch to 1-3/8 inch; pivots hang and swing a door, they do not control its closing. The Stanley Security 57-0100 is a box of 100 steel machine screws for architectural hinges. None of these replace the Sargent 1131, which is the surface mounted closer itself.

21) I need a slide track or flat arm closer instead of the standard arm on the Sargent 1131. What are my options?

The Sargent 1131 ships with either an RU standard arm or an HU hold open arm. When the opening calls for a track or flat arm instead, the Corbin Russwin DC5230 is a Grade 1 surface closer with a slide track arm as standard for pull side mounting on 1-3/4 inch doors, the Dorma 8916-JT is a Grade 1 jamb track closer for frame face mounting on the pull side, and the Dormakaba 8616 AF86P is a Grade 1 closer with a flat arm supplied as a tri-pack. Track and flat arm hardware changes the mounting layout, so re-template the door rather than reusing the standard arm holes.

22) Which closer is comparable to the Sargent 1131 for a storefront or aluminum entry door?

The Sargent 1131 retrofits onto existing storefront entry doors without extensive modification. For the same application from other makers, the Norton Rixson 1600 Series aluminum storefront door closer is a Grade 1 heavy duty unit with tri-style mounting, and the Corbin Russwin DC3200 is a Grade 1 regular arm surface mounted closer for 1-3/4 inch doors. Both mount to the door face the way the 1131 does.

23) If I want to standardize one closer across a whole facility, how does the Sargent 1131 compare with the alternatives?

The Sargent 1131 is a Grade 1 commercial closer adjustable for door sizes 1-6, mountable standard, top jamb, or parallel arm, which lets one part number cover a mix of openings. Other single-part-number options with the same breadth are the Norton Rixson 8501A, Grade 1 tri-mount with a size 1-6 spring; the Accentra 2701 Series architectural closer with tri-pack mounting and spring sizes 1-6; and the Imperial USA TC4300, a heavy duty size 1-6 ADA closer. If a building has both light interior doors and heavy exterior ones, some facilities pair a medium duty line such as the BEST HD7000 with a heavy duty line such as the BEST HD8000 rather than forcing one unit onto every opening.

24) Are the Design Hardware 116, 316, and 416 closers the same thing as the Sargent 1131?

They are surface closers in the same family of use but not identical in function. The Design Hardware 116 Series and 416 Series are heavy duty closers, and the 316 Series is rated medium to heavy duty, against the medium duty rating on the Sargent 1131. All three Design Hardware series carry a tri-packed non-hold-open arm, so none of them will park the door open the way the Sargent 1131 with the HU hold open arm does. The 316 also comes with a cover.

25) What can I use in place of the Sargent 1131 if I need a closer without a cover?

The Sargent 1131 is finished in sprayed enamel, either EB sprayed bronze enamel to match dark satin bronze or EN sprayed aluminum enamel. If you would rather run the closer without a cover, the Arrow DCN314 and Arrow DCN325 are Grade 1 surface closers supplied less cover with a regular and parallel arm tri-pack, the DCN314 adjustable spring size 1-4 and the DCN325 adjustable spring size 1-6. If a cover matters for appearance on a public corridor, the Dexter DCH1000 Series is a Grade 1 tri mount surface closer with a full cover.

26) What closers offer backcheck control as an alternative to the Sargent 1131?

If the opening needs backcheck to protect the door and frame from being thrown open into a wall, the BEST HD7000 Series is a Grade 1 medium duty surface mounted closer with adjustable spring power and backcheck control, and the Cal-Royal 500S is a Grade 1 barrier free closer with adjustable back-check. The Norton Rixson 1600 Series carries a 180 degree swing rating on its Grade 1 medium duty tri-mount closer, which matters where the door needs to open fully against a wall.

27) Will tenants be able to tamper with the closing speed on the Sargent 1131?

The 1131 uses vandal-resistant captivated valves, so the adjustment screws cannot be backed out and lost by someone with a screwdriver in a corridor. That matters in multi-family and student housing, where an unprotected closer gets cranked wide open and the door starts slamming. Adjustment is still available to maintenance with the proper tool.

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Does the Sargent 1131 RU EB come with a warranty?

Absolutely. The Sargent 1131 RU EB is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.

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