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Sure-Loc Adjustable Power Size 1-5 Grade 1 Surface Door Closer

Sure-Loc Adjustable Power Size 1-5 Grade 1 Surface Door Closer

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Sure-Loc Adjustable Power Size 1-5 Grade 1 Surface Door Closer

The Sure-Loc Adjustable Power Size 1-5 Grade 1 Surface Door Closer is a surface-mounted door closer from Sure-Loc. Available in Silver Powder Coat finish, so it coordinates with the rest of the Sure-Loc Commercial Hardware line.

Specifications

  • Grade 1 ADA compliant, UL Rated Fully adjustable, size 1-5 Standard arm, top jamb, and parallel arm applications See spec sheet for additional information RESOURCES Door-Closer-DC53-Cutsheet

Ships direct from Sure-Loc for fast fulfillment. Mounting hardware is included, and the finish is matched across the Sure-Loc range for a consistent look throughout the home.

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Product Specs

Series:
Commercial Hardware
ADA Compliant:
Yes
Mounting Hole Pattern:
Matches Norton 1601 Hole Pattern
Closer Size:
1
Mounting Detail:
Surface - Hinge Mount(Pull Side), Top Jamb Mount(Push Side), Parallel Arm Mount(Push Side)
Mounting Location:
Pull Side
Subcategory:
Surface Mounted Closers
Product Group:
Door Controls
Product Subgroup:
Door Closers - Surface Mounted
Product Type:
Surface Mounted Door Closers
Finish Type:
Powder Coat
Fluid Type:
All-Weather
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Closer Size:
2
Closer Size:
3
Closer Size:
4
Closer Size:
5
Mounting Location:
Push Side
Grade Level:
Grade 1
Door Weight:
Up to 150 lbs
Product Model:
DC-C53E
Cover Type:
Plastic
Arm Specification:
Regular Arm
Mounting Method:
Surface Mount
Product Substrate:
Cast Aluminum/Steel
Product Category:
Door Controls
Department:
Door Hardware

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    Sure-Loc DC-C53E SP – Frequently Asked Questions

    1) Will the Sure-Loc DC-C53E door closer drop into the holes left by a Norton 1601?
    It will. The Sure-Loc DC-C53E is built to the Norton 1601 mounting hole pattern, so on a straight replacement you reuse the existing holes in the door or frame rather than drilling fresh prep. If you are swapping a different brand, plan on new prep or a drop plate.
    2) How heavy a door will this Sure-Loc surface closer handle?
    Up to 150 lbs. Spring power is field adjustable through sizes 1 to 5, so one unit covers everything from a light interior door up to a heavier exterior opening. Set the size down for interior ADA openings and up for wide or wind-loaded exterior doors.
    3) Can the Sure-Loc DC-C53E be mounted parallel arm on the push side?
    Yes. Three mountings are supported: hinge (pull) side surface mount, top jamb on the push side, and parallel arm on the push side. Parallel arm is the usual choice where you want the closer body tucked against the door face out of the way of traffic, and top jamb suits openings with no usable top rail on the door.
    4) Is this closer ADA compliant for an accessible entrance?
    The DC-C53E is ADA compliant and Grade 1. Because spring power adjusts across sizes 1 to 5, you can dial the opening force down to meet accessible-opening-force requirements on an interior door and still use the same closer at a higher setting elsewhere in the building.
    5) Does the Sure-Loc DC-C53E come with a hold-open arm?
    No. It ships with a regular arm, non-hold-open. If the opening needs the door to stay parked open, look at a hold-open model instead, such as the Accentra 51 Series or the Orca BHDC1958 with the hold-open arm. Do not use a hold-open closer on a fire-rated opening unless it is tied to a release device.
    6) What is the closest equivalent to the Sure-Loc DC-C53E door closer if I need to match a Norton 1601 hole pattern on an existing door?
    The Sure-Loc DC-C53E is drilled to match the Norton 1601 hole pattern, so it drops onto openings previously fitted with that closer without new holes. If you would rather stay with the original, the Norton Rixson 1600 Series 1601P is a Grade 1 medium duty tri-mount surface closer. Both are Grade 1 surface mounted units, and the Sure-Loc covers regular arm, top jamb, and parallel arm mounting on the same body.
    7) My door is heavier than 150 lbs - what surface closer should I use instead of the Sure-Loc DC-C53E?
    The Sure-Loc DC-C53E is rated for doors up to 150 lbs with spring sizes 1 through 5. For heavier or higher-abuse openings, the BEST EHD9000 Series is an extra heavy duty Grade 1 surface closer with adjustable spring sizes 1-6, and the Sargent 1431 Powerglide is a heavy duty Grade 1 surface closer with adjustable spring power. The Falcon SC71A Series is another heavy duty Grade 1 surface mount option.
    8) I need a closer that holds the door open - does the Sure-Loc DC-C53E do that?
    The Sure-Loc DC-C53E is supplied with a regular arm for hinge, top jamb, and parallel arm mounting. If the opening needs a hold open function, the Accentra 51 Series ships with a tri-packed hold open arm in sizes 1-6, and the Orca Hardware BHDC1958HO/PA is a tri-packed hold open closer for 1-3/4 inch doors.
    9) What is a comparable ADA compliant closer with all-weather fluid if I want an LCN unit instead of the Sure-Loc DC-C53E?
    The Sure-Loc DC-C53E is ADA compliant and uses all-weather fluid across spring sizes 1-5. The LCN 1250 Series is a light duty surface mounted closer with sizes 1-5, all-weather fluid, and ADA compliance, which makes it the nearest match on those points. The LCN 1261 covers light to medium duty with adjustable spring sizes 1-5 in a cast iron body.
    10) I need spring power above size 5 - which closers go higher than the Sure-Loc DC-C53E?
    The Sure-Loc DC-C53E adjusts across spring sizes 1 through 5. For wider or higher-pressure openings, the Norton Rixson 8501A is a Grade 1 tri-mount surface closer with adjustable size 1-6 spring, the Arrow DCN325 is a Grade 1 surface closer with regular/parallel tri-pack arm and adjustable size 1-6, and the Imperial USA TC4300 Series is a heavy duty size 1-6 ADA closer.
    11) Is the Sure-Loc DC-C53E a track closer, or do I need a slide track model?
    The Sure-Loc DC-C53E uses a regular arm and mounts hinge side (pull), top jamb (push), or parallel arm (push) - it is not a slide track unit. If the drawing calls for a track, the Corbin Russwin DC5230 Series is a Grade 1 surface closer with slide track arm standard for pull side mounting, and the Dorma 8916-JT is a Grade 1 heavy duty jamb track closer for frame face pull side mounting in sizes 1-6.
    12) Will this door closer hold up on an exterior door in cold weather?
    It uses all-weather hydraulic fluid, so closing speed stays reasonably consistent through temperature swings instead of slowing to a crawl in winter. Body construction is cast aluminum and steel with a plastic cover, and the finish is a silver powder coat.
    13) What else do I need to buy to install this closer?
    Mounting hardware is included with the closer. What can still be needed is a drop plate or shoe where the top rail is too narrow or a stop is in the way, or a parallel arm bracket accessory for tight frame conditions. Check the head condition on the opening before you order.
    14) How does this Sure-Loc closer compare to an LCN 1250 or a Norton 1601?
    All three are surface-mounted, tri-mount style closers. The Sure-Loc DC-C53E is Grade 1, adjustable 1 to 5, rated to 150 lb doors, and shares the Norton 1601 hole pattern. The LCN 1250 is a light-duty closer also adjustable sizes 1 to 5. The Norton Rixson 1601P is a medium-duty Grade 1 tri-mount unit. For a genuinely heavy, high-traffic exterior opening, a heavy-duty body such as the BEST HD8000 or Falcon SC71A is the closer step up.
    15) Is the Sure-Loc DC-C53E rated for commercial use or is it a residential closer?
    Commercial. It is a Grade 1 closer intended for commercial openings, which is the grade specifiers generally call for on institutional and multi-family corridor and entry doors. Grade 1 is the highest ANSI/BHMA performance tier for door closers.
    16) Can I use one closer model across a whole building with different door sizes?
    That is the point of an adjustable unit. Spring power sets anywhere from size 1 to size 5 in the field, and the same body mounts hinge side, top jamb, or parallel arm, so a property manager can stock one part number and set it to the opening instead of carrying several sized closers. Ceiling on door weight is 150 lbs.
    17) Is a Grade 2 closer like the Cal-Royal 400 the same thing as the Sure-Loc DC-C53E?
    No. The Sure-Loc DC-C53E is certified Grade 1, while the Cal-Royal 400 Series is a Grade 2 commercial hydraulic closer. Another Grade 1 Cal-Royal alternative is the 500S barrier free closer with adjustable back-check. If your specification or facility standard calls out Grade 1, the 400 Series will not satisfy it.
    18) The Sure-Loc DC-C53E has a plastic cover - which comparable closers come with a metal or full cover option?
    The Sure-Loc DC-C53E ships with a plastic cover in Silver Powder Coat. If cover style matters, the Dexter DCH1000 Series is a Grade 1 tri-mount surface closer supplied with a full cover, and the Design Hardware 316 Series is a medium to heavy duty closer supplied with a cover. By contrast, the Arrow DCN314 and DCN325 are furnished less cover.
    19) What is a simpler alternative to the Sure-Loc DC-C53E for a light traffic interior commercial door?
    The Sure-Loc DC-C53E is a commercial Grade 1 closer with a cast aluminum and steel body. For lighter interior openings, the BEST SL6000 Series is a Grade 1 light duty surface closer with adjustable spring sizes, the Norton Rixson 160 Series is a Grade 1 light commercial surface closer with adjustable spring, and the Falcon SC91A is a Grade 3 light duty cast aluminum surface closer.
    20) I need delayed action for an accessible entrance - can the Sure-Loc DC-C53E do that or should I look elsewhere?
    The Sure-Loc DC-C53E is ADA compliant with fully adjustable spring power in sizes 1-5 and a regular arm. If the opening specifically requires delayed action, the Orca Hardware BHDC1958DA/PA and BHDC2011DA/PA are delayed action closers with a regular arm and parallel bracket for 1-3/4 inch doors.
    21) What finish does the Sure-Loc DC-C53E closer come in?
    One finish only: SP silver powder coat. It matches the rest of the Sure-Loc Commercial Hardware line, so if you are standardizing a building on Sure-Loc the closers will read consistently against the other door hardware. If you need a dark bronze or brass-tone closer to match existing openings, this is not the unit.
    How fast can I get the Sure-Loc DC-C53E SP delivered?
    Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
    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 Sure-Loc DC-C53E SP come with a warranty?
    Absolutely. The Sure-Loc DC-C53E SP is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
    How do I get technical support or installation help for the Sure-Loc DC-C53E SP?
    You can call, text, or email our expert support team for fast answers. We’re here to help with product selection, installation tips, and troubleshooting. Contact Us
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