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Adams Rite Panic Hardware & Exit Devices
The foundational hardware brand on aluminum storefront doors. Authorized service for MS1850 / MS1890 deadlocks, 4510 / 4710 deadlatches, 4900 paddles, 8000 / 3000 exit devices, 7400 / 7170 / 7800 electric strikes, and the 4015 / 4016 / 4085 multi-point locking bolts + MS1880 / MS2180 two-point flushbolts across Brevard County.
About Adams Rite (ASSA ABLOY)
Adams Rite is the defining hardware brand for aluminum storefront doors in North America — owned by ASSA ABLOY since 1994, with a product lineup that sits on nearly every commercial glass storefront door you walk through in Florida. When you turn a key in a commercial storefront deadbolt and feel the distinctive hook bolt engage, that's an Adams Rite MS1850. When you push a paddle handle on a storefront entry and the spring latch retracts, that's an Adams Rite 4510 deadlatch.
While other brands on this panic hardware cluster focus on exit devices, Adams Rite's dominant products are storefront locksets — deadbolts, deadlatches, paddle handles, electric strikes, and the multi-point locking family (4015 Threshold Bolt, 4016 Header Bolt, 4085 Header Bolt, MS1880 / MS2180 flushbolts) that turns a single-point MS® deadlock into a two- or three-point locking system for high-security and paired-door applications. Adams Rite also makes the 8000 Series (narrow-stile CVR) and 3000 Series (surface rim) exit devices for aluminum storefronts, but the core business is the lockset ecosystem that makes aluminum storefront doors functional in the first place.
Key-En-Lock services the full Adams Rite product line across Melbourne, Palm Bay, and Brevard County. We stock MS1850 hook bolts, 4510 deadlatch components, standard Adams Rite cylinders, common electric strike variants, and multi-point bolt parts on the truck for same-visit repairs on most storefront door issues.
Adams Rite Product Lines We Service
| Model / Series | Description | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| MS1850 Series Deadlock | Maximum security deadlock with hook bolt — THE storefront deadbolt. Single-cylinder, double-cylinder, and thumbturn variants. | All aluminum storefront doors |
| MS1890 Twin-Hook Deadlock | Dual hook bolt maximum security deadlock for higher-risk applications — jewelry stores, pharmacies, cash-handling businesses. | High-security storefronts |
| 4510 / 4710 Deadlatch | Spring deadlatch ("eyebrow latch") — retracts via cylinder, paddle, or lever; auto-latches when door closes. | All storefront entry doors |
| 4900 Paddle Handle | ADA-compliant push paddle for storefront egress. Pairs with 4510 deadlatch — push paddle, latch retracts. | ADA-compliant entries |
| 4500 Lever Trim | Commercial lever trim for deadlatch-equipped storefront doors — alternative to paddle for certain applications. | Commercial entries (non-paddle) |
| 8000 Series Exit Device | Narrow-stile concealed vertical rod exit device for aluminum storefront panic hardware. | Storefront panic (CVR) |
| 3000 Series Exit Device | Surface-mounted narrow-stile rim exit device — Adams Rite alternative to Jackson 1085 / Kawneer 1686. | Storefront panic (rim) |
| 7400 Electric Strike | Electric strike for aluminum storefront frames — pairs with 4510 deadlatch. Fail-safe or fail-secure configuration. | Access control pairing |
| 7170 Electric Strike | Narrow-stile electric strike designed for Adams Rite deadlatches. Most common electric strike on Florida storefronts. | Card/keypad entry storefronts |
| 7800 Fire-Rated Strike | UL-listed fire-rated electric strike for rated door assemblies. | Fire-rated storefronts |
| Electrified MS1850 | Electrified hook bolt deadlock with solenoid actuation for access control integration. | Integrated building security |
| Electrified 4510 | Electrified deadlatch — electric retraction on credential, mechanical function otherwise. | Access-controlled entries |
| 4015 Threshold Bolt | Two-point locking solution that pairs with an MS® Deadlock. Bolt drops into the threshold when the deadlock is thrown. Combine with the 4016 Header Bolt for three-point locking on high-security applications. | Two-point or three-point locking (storefront) |
| 4016 Header Bolt | Two-point locking solution that pairs with an MS® Deadlock. Bolt rises into the header frame when the deadlock is thrown. Combine with the 4015 Threshold Bolt for three-point locking. | Two-point or three-point locking (storefront) |
| 4085 Header Bolt | Provides multi-point locking when paired with an MS® Deadlock and a 4015 Threshold Bolt or 4016 Header Bolt. The larger header-bolt option in the Adams Rite multi-point lineup. | Multi-point locking (heavy storefront) |
| MS1880 Two-Point Flushbolt | Two-point flushbolt — a convenience upgrade from traditional flip-lever flushbolts on paired doors. Single action engages both top and bottom bolts on the inactive leaf of a pair. | Paired aluminum doors (inactive leaf) |
| MS2180 Auto-Release Two-Point Flushbolt | Auto-Release flushbolt that works with any MS® pivoting deadlock — when the active leaf's MS® deadlock is retracted, the inactive leaf's flushbolt automatically releases too. Maximum security for paired narrow-stile aluminum doors without requiring two separate unlock actions. | High-security paired storefronts |
Available Trims & Lever Options
The trim is the outside hardware attached to the exit device — the lever, pull, thumbpiece, or knob that determines how the door opens from the outside when unlocked. Inside remains the panic bar (for code-compliant free egress). Below are the standard trim options available for Adams Rite exit devices:
| Trim Code | Type | Function | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS2002 | Adams Rite mortise cylinder | Key operation | Standard Adams Rite mortise cylinder — ships in most new MS1850/4510 installs. Keyed to Adams Rite key system by default. |
| SFIC/LFIC | Interchangeable core | Rekey without removing lock | Small Format or Large Format Interchangeable Core — allows rekeying by swapping the core, no lock removal needed. Compatible with Schlage, Medeco, Best SFIC systems. |
| Thumbturn | Inside thumbturn | Inside locks/unlocks | Interior thumbturn for single-cylinder deadlock configurations — code-required on egress doors in many occupancies. |
| 4900 | ADA paddle handle | Push to retract latch | ADA-compliant push paddle — standard on storefront entries where ADA compliance is required. |
| 4500 | Commercial lever | Pull to retract latch | Architectural lever trim — alternative to paddle on commercial storefront entries. |
| Pull | Architectural pull | Pair with key cylinder | Fixed aluminum pull handle — paired with MS1850 or key cylinder for entry operation. |
| Flush pull | Flush pull | Aesthetic / minimal | Recessed flush pull for minimalist storefront aesthetics — often paired with electric strike for access control entry. |
| Double-cyl | Double-cylinder deadlock | Key required both sides | MS1850 with key cylinders on both interior and exterior — restricted by code in many occupancies but permitted for storage/office doors. |
| DT | Dummy trim | Aesthetic only | Matching dummy trim for inactive door of a pair. |
Available Finishes
Finishes are specified using ANSI/BHMA finish codes. The most common finishes for commercial door hardware in Florida are satin chrome (626), satin stainless (630), and oil-rubbed bronze (613). Most trims can be ordered in any of these finishes:
Common Adams Rite Repairs
- MS1850 hook bolt won't extend when key turns — broken internal cam, worn actuator arm, or bent key. Often serviceable on-site; sometimes requires full MS1850 body replacement.
- MS1850 hook bolt extended but won't retract — classic "locked out of my own storefront" problem. Usually the cam mechanism is jammed or the key is wrong. On-site diagnosis.
- 4510 deadlatch won't retract when paddle/lever/key operated — broken latch spring, worn latch bolt, or damaged internal linkage. Repair or replace on-site.
- Door won't self-latch when closing — 4510 deadlatch latch bolt worn or misaligned with strike. Strike adjustment + latch bolt service.
- Cylinder won't turn with correct key — worn cylinder pins, bent key, or debris in keyway. Rekey or replace cylinder.
- Key broke off in cylinder — broken key extraction (requires picks, not drilling), then rekey or replace cylinder.
- Paddle handle sagging or loose — broken return spring or worn mounting. Paddle replacement or rebuild.
- Electric strike not releasing on credential — dead power supply, burned solenoid coil, or wiring fault. Diagnosis + component replacement.
- Hook bolt damaged from forced entry attempt — pried or drilled MS1850. Full deadlock body replacement; we also harden the strike with reinforcement plate.
- Electrified 4510 not retracting on credential — solenoid failure or control wiring. We diagnose and replace on-site.
- 4015 Threshold Bolt not dropping into floor — worn actuator mechanism on the MS® deadlock, bolt binding on debris in the threshold strike, or bent bolt. Clean the strike, lubricate, and adjust; bolt replacement if damaged.
- 4016 / 4085 Header Bolt not engaging header — bolt won't extend up into the frame when the deadlock is thrown. Common causes: debris in header strike, worn linkage between deadlock and header bolt, or the bolt is binding in the door stile. Service on-site.
- MS1880 flushbolt lever stiff or won't release — internal spring wear or debris in the bolt channel. Lubrication usually restores function; replace if internal components are worn.
- MS2180 Auto-Release flushbolt not auto-releasing when active leaf is unlocked — the auto-release linkage between the active leaf's MS® deadlock and the inactive leaf's flushbolt has worn or broken. Service both sides of the pair; re-establish the auto-release linkage.
- Multi-point locking system mis-timed — the threshold bolt, header bolt, and main MS® deadlock need to engage simultaneously with a single key turn. If one bolt is engaging early or late, the door binds. Adjustment of the internal linkage restores synchronized operation.
Electrification & Access Control Integration
Adding electric latch retraction (EL) or other electrification options turns mechanical Adams Rite devices into access-control-capable entrances. Exit remains code-compliant free egress from the inside, but outside entry becomes scheduled, credentialed, or automated. See our full electrification overview on the main panic hardware page.
- 7400 Electric Strike — Surface-mount electric strike for aluminum storefront frames. Fail-safe (unlocked on power loss) or fail-secure (locked on power loss) configurations.
- 7170 Electric Strike — Narrow-stile electric strike purpose-built for Adams Rite 4510 deadlatch. The most common electric strike we install on Florida storefronts.
- 7800 Fire-Rated Electric Strike — UL-listed for rated door assemblies. Required on any fire-rated aluminum storefront entry with access control.
- Electrified MS1850 Deadlock — Hook bolt deadbolt with solenoid actuation — remote-controlled locking from access control dashboard.
- Electrified 4510 Deadlatch — Electric retraction of the deadlatch on credential. Simpler than full electric strike retrofit when the door is otherwise mechanical.
- Request-to-Exit (REX) switch — Integrates with Adams Rite electric strikes and electrified locks for access control logging and door contact bypass.
- Fire alarm release wiring — Fail-safe Adams Rite electric strikes release on fire alarm activation (unlock doors for mass egress). We wire to the fire alarm control panel per NFPA 101.
- Integration with PDK.io — We've wired Adams Rite electric strikes and electrified deadlatches into PDK.io cloud access control for dozens of Brevard County customers. Standard integration, no surprises.
Fire-Rated Options & Code Compliance
- MS1850 has UL-listed fire-rated variants for rated door assemblies.
- 4510 deadlatch has fire-rated variants — required for rated storefront doors.
- 7800 Electric Strike is UL-listed fire-rated for rated assemblies.
- Fire-rated Adams Rite hardware must be paired with fire-rated frame and door for the UL rating to hold.
- Double-cylinder MS1850 (key required both sides) is restricted by NFPA 101 and Florida Building Code on egress doors — permitted on storage/office but NOT on designated means of egress.
- Delayed egress is not an Adams Rite product line — for delayed egress applications, pair Adams Rite storefront hardware with a Detex 10 Series device.
All Adams Rite fire-rated exit devices must be installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA 101 and the Florida Building Code. We install inspection-ready — meaning it passes the fire marshal the first time.
Adams Rite FAQ
What's the difference between a deadlock and a deadlatch?
A deadlock (MS1850) is operated by key or thumbturn — you actively engage and retract the bolt. A deadlatch (4510) has a spring-loaded latch that retracts when you push a paddle, pull a lever, or turn a key, and automatically re-latches when the door closes. Most commercial storefront doors have both: a deadlatch for everyday entry/exit (via paddle handle), and a deadlock for locking up at the end of the day. The deadbolt secures the door overnight; the deadlatch handles the constant in-and-out during business hours.
My storefront deadbolt won't turn — what's wrong?
Most common cause is a worn MS1850 cylinder — the pins inside have worn down over years of use, and the key no longer aligns them correctly. Sometimes the internal cam inside the MS1850 body has failed. Sometimes the key itself is bent or worn. Don't force it — forcing a worn key can break the key off inside the cylinder, making the problem much worse. Call us for diagnosis; most storefront deadbolt problems are repairable in a single visit for a fraction of the cost of replacement.
Can I rekey my Adams Rite cylinder?
Yes. Adams Rite MS2002 cylinders and compatible mortise cylinders are rekeyable on-site. If your building uses an interchangeable core system (SFIC or LFIC), rekeying is even faster — we swap the core, no lock removal required. For multi-building property managers, we can establish a master key system across all your Adams Rite storefronts so one master opens every building while each building retains its unique day key.
Can I electrify my existing Adams Rite hardware without replacing it?
Usually yes, and often at significant cost savings vs full hardware replacement. The cleanest path is adding a 7170 electric strike alongside your existing 4510 deadlatch — the mechanical lock stays in place, and the strike becomes the access-controlled entry point. For MS1850 deadbolts, the electrification path is the electrified MS1850 variant, which is a full lock replacement. We evaluate on-site and recommend the most economical path for your specific setup.
Is Adams Rite a good brand?
It's THE brand for aluminum storefront hardware. Architects specify Adams Rite on essentially every commercial storefront built in North America. MS1850 deadbolts routinely run 20–30 years in service with just cylinder rekeying and minor component replacement. The brand is owned by ASSA ABLOY (one of the two largest commercial hardware companies in the world, alongside Allegion), so parts availability and engineering support are excellent.
Does Adams Rite make fire-rated hardware?
Yes. MS1850, 4510, and 7800 all have UL-listed fire-rated variants for rated aluminum storefront assemblies. Important: the fire rating only holds if the full assembly (lock + frame + door) carries matching fire labels. Mixing rated and non-rated components voids the UL listing even if everything else is correct. For fire marshal inspections, we verify the full stack, not just the lock.
What is multi-point locking and why would I need it on a storefront?
Multi-point locking engages the door at more than one point along the frame — a standard Adams Rite MS® deadlock secures the leading edge of the door only. Add a 4015 Threshold Bolt and you've got two-point locking (leading edge + bottom); add a 4016 Header Bolt instead and you've got leading edge + top; use both 4015 + 4016 with an MS® deadlock and you've got three-point locking (top + bottom + center). The 4085 Header Bolt is the larger header-bolt variant for heavier applications. Why it matters: storefront aluminum doors can flex significantly under pry attacks — securing the door at top, bottom, and center prevents the typical "pry the top corner open" attack method. Jewelry stores, pharmacies, cash-handling businesses, and any storefront in a high-risk location benefit significantly from multi-point locking on overnight security.
What's the difference between MS1880 and MS2180 flushbolts?
Both are two-point flushbolts for the inactive leaf of paired aluminum storefront doors — single action engages both top and bottom bolts. The MS1880 is the standard manual two-point flushbolt — you manually engage and release it when you want to lock or unlock the inactive leaf. The MS2180 Auto-Release adds automatic integration with the active leaf's MS® pivoting deadlock — when the active leaf's deadlock is retracted with the key, the MS2180 automatically releases the inactive leaf's flushbolts too. For paired doors where both leaves need to open (loading, moving, events), MS2180 eliminates the "did we remember to release the flushbolts?" problem. For paired doors where the inactive leaf stays locked most of the time, MS1880 is sufficient and less expensive.
How do I know if my hardware is Adams Rite?
Look for "Adams Rite" or "AR" stamped on the lock body — usually visible on the faceplate edge or when the lock is removed for service. MS1850 deadbolts are distinctive: the bolt is a hooked shape (not a rectangular deadbolt) designed to resist prying on aluminum storefront doors. If you see a hook-shaped bolt, it's almost certainly Adams Rite. For 4510 deadlatches, the latch has a distinctive "eyebrow" shape. If you're not sure, send us a photo and we'll identify the hardware.
Can Adams Rite work on wood or steel doors, or only aluminum storefront?
Adams Rite is engineered for narrow-stile aluminum storefront doors specifically — the bolt throws, mortise cutouts, and faceplate dimensions are all sized for that application. On wood or hollow-metal commercial doors, different hardware makes more sense: Marks USA Metro, Schlage L Series mortise, or Von Duprin with cylindrical trim. We'll spec the right brand for your actual door type.
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