Keyed Deadlatch Cylinders for Commercial Aluminum Shopfront Doors
Engineering Overview: Engineering guide on threaded mortise cylinders paired with Adams Rite style deadlatches for commercial retail aluminum storefront doors.
Technical & Engineering Specifications
| Standard | ANSI/BHMA A156.5 Grade 1 |
|---|---|
| Application | Commercial Retail Glass Storefront Doors |
| Cam Profile | Adams Rite Slotted Latch Cam |
| Cylinder Thread | 1-5/32"-32 UNS Standard Mortise Thread |
Retail Storefront Entrance Dynamics
Commercial aluminum storefront doors require locks that switch between free-swinging daytime latching and secure night-time deadlocking.
Deadlatch Interfacing
- Threaded Mortise Cylinder: 1-5/32"-32 UNS threaded body with an Adams Rite slotted cam.
- Hold-Back Function: Turning the key allows the latchbolt to be held retracted during store operating hours.
Frequently Asked Engineering & Selection Questions
Q1: What is an Adams Rite style deadlatch cylinder?
A threaded mortise cylinder with a slotted cam designed for narrow-stile commercial aluminum storefront doors.