Briton 996 Door Closer | Electromag Hold Open or Swing Free
Code: DCB9961
The Briton 996 door closer has hold open or swing free function and can be used on fire doors. Select different power sizes and applications below.
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We offer a selection of door closers from leading manufacturers such as GEZE, dormakaba, Briton, and Arrow. Closers are available to suit all budgets and situations including both manual and automatic doors as well as electromagnetic hold open and swing free applications. The range is complemented with concealed door closers from Perko for use in situations where a clean, aesthetically pleasing finish to the door is required.
Approved Doc M and BS8300: Relates to accessibility and the code of practice in the design of buildings to meet the needs of disabled people. Swing free door closers with adjustable power sizes can help with ease of access throughout a building and will often be specified on new building projects.
Part B: To do with fire safety – electromagnetic door closers and holders are Part B compliant.
We try to ensure that choosing the right door closer for you is as easy as possible and simplify technical terminology so that you know what you’re purchasing. If you are in any doubt and would like assistance with your choice, please contact the sales team on 01305 263300 or email [email protected]
Backcheck – Is the cushioning effect you feel when the door is swung open and is prevented from slamming into the wall behind it. It’s a useful feature to ensure that door hardware and the door itself are given a certain level of protection from misuse. Closers with backcheck are also referred to as soft door closers.
Delayed Action/Delayed Close – In simple terms, this means the length of time it takes for the door to close after being opened. It’s often a desirable feature for Care Homes or areas where it may take people a little more time to get through the door unharmed. This function could also be referred to as a door soft closer.
Power Size – This is either fixed at a set number or variable (adjustable). The power size required is determined by the door weight and width. (See Power Size Table below).
Closing Speed – This is the adjustment for the general speed of the door closing. Installers often make the mistake of adjusting this to close the door when first installing a closer, the Power Size should always be adjusted first.
Latching Action – This is adjustable and refers to the final few degrees of closing. This is beneficial to overcome any issues with the latch or seal on a door.
Mechanical Hold Open – A Hold Open Arm can be used on door closers to achieve a rigid hold open function, however these must never be used on Fire Doors.
Hold Open – Electromagnetic Hold Open: Ideal for use on Fire Doors; the Hold Open function means that the door is held open permanently at a fixed angle (unless released by the fire alarm activation). Usually this function is provided in the cam being used, the arm itself or a mechanism inside the slide channel.
Electromagnetic Free Swing – This function means that the door with the electromagnetic closer will act like a door that doesn’t have any closer on it. It means that the door will stay open at whatever angle it is left at but will close in the event of a fire. It’s a particularly good feature to use on Care Home Bedroom Doors when hold open function would cause privacy issues and it meets the barrier-free needs of less-able users.
EN Power Size |
Max. Door Weight (kg) |
Max. Door Width (mm) |
1 |
20 |
750 |
2 |
40 |
850 |
3 |
60 |
950 |
4 |
80 |
1100 |
5 |
100 |
1250 |
6 |
120 |
1400 |
7 |
160 |
1600 |
The above guide is just a guide, based on optimal testing conditions and does not take into consideration any site variables such as the following:
As well as the above, when making a decision on what type of door closer you require, it is a good idea to think about the following:
If you want to read more, head over to our complete guide to selecting the right door closer.
Arms and Mechanisms:
See overhead door closers for more information.
There are a wide variety of door closers available, click through below to find out more:
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Code: DCB9961
The Briton 996 door closer has hold open or swing free function and can be used on fire doors. Select different power sizes and applications below.
Code: DCB1110
The Briton 1110 door closer is template adjustable size 2-4 and can be used on fire doors. This overhead door closer has adjustable closing speed.
Code: DCB2003V
The Briton 2003V overhead door closer is power size 2-4, can be used on fire doors and suits doors up to 1100mm. It has adjustable closing speed.
Code: DCB2130BC
The Briton 2130B door closer is power size EN 2-6, suitable for doors up to 1400mm wide.
Code: DCAX9500-17
The Axim TC-9500-17 bottom door pivot is for use with the TC-9900 series transom door closers. It is fully adjustable, and is supplied with fixings.
Code: DCAX8802-00
The TC-8802 transom door closer is available in non-hold open or 90° hold open versions. This is the EN 2 body only and fixings.
Top arms and bottom pivots are sold separately.
Code: DCB1120B
The Briton 1120B door closer has built in adjustable backcheck, is medium duty, and can be used on fire doors. It is EN 2-4 and suits doors up to 1100mm.
Code: DCB121SCE
The Briton 121 CE EN 3 Door Closer is a fixed power size EN3 door closer. It is a low duty, low budget door closer in a silver finish.
Code: DCAX8800-02
The Axim TC-8800-02 door bottom pivot is for use with the TC8802 transom concealed door closer. This height adjustable pivot is for installation on aluminium doors.
Code: DCB2320
The Briton 2320B.T EN 2-4 cam action slide arm door closer is suitable for surface mounting on the pull side of the door and can be installed on fire rated doors.
Code: DCB996S
A Solenoid to suit Briton 996 24V DC operation to suit the Briton 996 series door closers.