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.
Read More
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:
Active filters
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: TS73EMF
The dormakaba TS73EMF electromagnetic door closer with a power size EN 4 is Certifire Approved and suitable for Figure 1 pull side mounting. Select the hold open or swing free function using the drop down menu.
Code: DCD68
The dormakaba TS68 is a rack and pinion overhead door closer with universal installation options. It is tested to BS EN 1154 and Certifire Approved for use on timber fire rated doors rated up to 120 minutes.
Code: TS92B
The dormakab TS92 door closer is suitable for medium to heavy duty applications and features an adjustable power size range EN 1-4. This cam action door closer with guide rail is Certifire Approved for fire rated doors and assists with meeting the requirements for BS 8300 and Approved Document M.
Code: DCD83BCDC
The dormakaba TS83 is a heavy duty rack and pinion door closer with backcheck and delayed action. It is available in a standard silver or an anti-corrosive finish. Select from power size EN 2-5, EN 3-6, or EN 7 (backcheck only).
Code: DCD72VBC
The dormakaba TS72V overhead door closer with backcheck. Universal installation, adjustable power size EN 2-4 and Certifire Approved.
Code: TS93B
The DORMA TS93 cam action guide rail door closer with contur cover. Heavy duty CE marked door closer with backcheck and delayed action functions. Suitable for pull side or push side installation. Option of two adjustable power size ranges EN 2-5 or EN 5-7.
Code: DCB2130BC
The Briton 2130B door closer is power size EN 2-6, suitable for doors up to 1400mm wide.
Code: ZDM46700059
DORMA BTS75 & BTS80 Floor Spring Cover Plates to suit the BTS80/F/EMB/FLB & BTS75V Floor Springs.
Code: DCD71
The DORMA TS71 EN3-4 Door Closer is an overhead door closer, suitable for doors up to 1100mm wide. This silver finish rack and pinion closer is a variable power size EN 3-4, non-handed and has adjustable latching action.
Code: DCD93GN
A DORMA G-N Slide Arm & Channel 64010001 for use with the TS91, TS92 and TS93 Overhead, Cam Action Door Closers.
Code: DCD90
The DORMA TS90 EN3-4 Cam Action Door Closer is an impulse overhead door closer with a selectable power size EN 3-4. A silver finish, cam action closer which is easy to install and has a long service life.
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: DCD98SA
DORMA 22002401, 22003001 & 53000501 Arms are standard, hold open or swing free arms to suit the DORMA door closers.
Code: ITS96
The dormakaba ITS96 concealed door closer has an adjustable power size EN 2-4 and is suitable for doors up to 1100mm wide and 130kg. This concealed door closer is UKCA marked and Certifire Approved. Use the drop down menu to include an FD30 or FD60 intumescent kit.
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: DCD73VBC
The dormakaba TS73V door closer with adjustable backcheck and variable power size EN 2-4. Certifire Approved for fire rated doors and medium to heavy duty for high traffic areas.
Code: DCD75V
The DORMA BTS75V Floor Spring Mechanism Only is a size EN1-4 Floorspring with backcheck. It is CE Marked, available in single or double action and is not handed.
Code: DCD93GNCLS
The DORMA G-N 35800093 Limiting Stay helps minimise damage from doors that are opened normally, against adjacent walls.
Code: DCD93GNHO
This DORMA G-N Mechanical Hold Open Unit 18570000 is for use with the TS91, TS92 and TS93 Overhead Door Closers.
Code: ZDM8066
The DORMA 8066 Top Centre - Complete Unit for use with DORMA Double Action Floor Springs.
Code: DCD80EMB
The DORMA BTS80EMB EN4 Electromagnetic Hold Open Floor Spring has electrohydraulic hold-open and integral pressure compensation feature for multipoint hold open between 65° and 175°. With adjustable, hydraulically controlled closing speed, adjustable latching action and backcheck.