Parallel Arm Door Closer Accessory | Blade Stop Clearance Spacer | For Prime 65 Series Closers

Provide the required clearance for compatible parallel-arm closer installations with the Prime Door Controls 65 Series Blade Stop Spacer.

Designed for compatible Prime 65 Series commercial door closers, the spacer lowers the parallel-arm shoe so it can clear a projecting blade-style door stop commonly found on aluminum storefront and commercial door frames.

This accessory is ideal for new installations, retrofit projects, and replacement closer applications where the standard parallel-arm shoe would otherwise interfere with the frame stop.

Key Features

• Designed for compatible Prime Door Controls 65 Series closers

• Commercial door closer blade stop spacer

• Used with compatible parallel-arm installations

• Lowers the arm shoe for additional clearance

• Helps clear projecting blade-style frame stops

• Helps prevent shoe and frame-stop interference

• Commonly used on aluminum storefront frames

• Ideal for commercial door closer retrofits

• Suitable for new and replacement installations

• Commercial-grade closer accessory

Blade Stop Clearance

Many aluminum storefront and commercial frames use a projecting blade-style stop.

During a parallel-arm closer installation, the standard arm shoe may interfere with this stop.

The Blade Stop Spacer repositions the shoe to provide the clearance needed for proper arm installation and operation.

Parallel Arm Application

This accessory is intended for compatible push-side parallel-arm installations.

Parallel-arm mounting is commonly used on:

• Aluminum storefront doors

• Hollow metal doors

• Commercial exterior doors

• Retail entrances

• Institutional openings

• High-traffic commercial doors

Why Use a Blade Stop Spacer?

A blade stop spacer may be required when:

• The frame has a projecting blade stop

• The parallel-arm shoe cannot sit flat against the frame

• Additional shoe clearance is needed

• A storefront frame prevents standard arm installation

• An existing closer installation is being retrofitted

• A replacement closer uses a different arm geometry

Proper clearance helps maintain correct closer-arm alignment and operation.

Designed for the Prime 65 Series

The Prime Door Controls 65 Series is a Grade 1 commercial door closer platform designed for demanding applications.

Compatible 65 Series closer configurations may include:

• Adjustable spring power

• Adjustable sweep speed

• Adjustable latch speed

• Adjustable backcheck

• Full-cover configurations

• Parallel-arm mounting

The Blade Stop Spacer provides additional installation flexibility for compatible parallel-arm applications.

Product Specifications

Brand: Prime Door Controls
Series: 65 Series
Product Type: Blade Stop Spacer
Application: Parallel Arm Door Closer
Function: Arm Shoe Clearance Spacer
Mounting Location: Frame / Parallel Arm Shoe
Compatible Closer: Prime Door Controls 65 Series
Application Type: Commercial / Institutional
Use: New Installation / Retrofit / Replacement

Common Applications

Ideal for:

• Aluminum storefront frames

• Commercial entrance doors

• Hollow metal doors and frames

• Retail stores

• Office buildings

• Schools and universities

• Hospitals and healthcare facilities

• Government facilities

• Warehouses

• Institutional buildings

• Commercial exterior doors

Retrofit Applications

The 65 Series Blade Stop Spacer is especially useful when:

• Replacing an existing closer

• Installing a new parallel arm

• Working with aluminum storefront framing

• Existing frame-stop geometry causes interference

• Additional shoe clearance is required

• A commercial opening has been previously modified

Installation Notes

Before ordering, verify:

• Prime Door Controls 65 Series compatibility

• Parallel-arm mounting configuration

• Existing blade-stop projection

• Frame construction

• Arm shoe style

• Available mounting clearance

• Existing closer preparation

The spacer should be installed according to the applicable 65 Series closer and parallel-arm mounting template.

Important Compatibility Note

This listing is for the Blade Stop Spacer only.

It does not include:

• Door closer body

• Parallel arm

• Arm shoe

• Drop plate

• Full cover

• Mounting hardware unless specifically stated

Verify the complete closer and frame configuration before ordering.

What's Included

(1) Prime Door Controls 65 Series Blade Stop Spacer

Door closer, parallel arm, shoe, drop plates, brackets, screws, door, and frame are sold separately unless specifically stated otherwise.