Accentra (Yale) 1900 Series Traditional Door Closer, 1902/4 - 1905/6

The Accentra (Yale) 1900 Series is a traditional surface-mounted door closer available in two spring size configurations: the 1902/4, which covers spring sizes 2 through 4, and the 1905/6, which covers spring sizes 5 and 6. Also referenced as the Yale 1900 door closer, Yale 1902/4, and 1900 series, this closer uses a rack and pinion mechanism housed in an aluminum alloy shell, with adjustable backcheck, separate closing sweep and latch speed controls via the regulating valve, and spring power adjustment within the applicable range. ANSI/BHMA A156.4 Grade 3. UL and cUL listed, UL10C compliant. SKU: 1900.

What makes the Yale 1900 Series a traditional door closer and when it is the correct specification

The 1900 Series uses a distinctively shaped aluminum alloy shell that reads as a purposeful architectural element rather than the low-profile, minimized body of a modern commercial closer. Most current commercial door closers are designed to reduce visual presence, with slim covers that sit close to the door face. The 1900 takes the opposite approach: a rounded body profile that has been in continuous production across decades of commercial hardware specification and is recognizable as a traditional closer design.

The correct application for the 1900 Series is any opening where the closer must coordinate with the visual character of a historically detailed, period, or traditionally styled building. Historic courthouses, universities, institutional buildings, churches, and commercial properties with architecturally sensitive interiors often specify the 1900 because its profile matches the hardware language of the building rather than contrasting against it. For the complete Accentra door closer range including contemporary low-profile models, browse the Accentra door closers catalog. For all door closer options across brands, the door closers section covers the full range.

1902/4 vs 1905/6: which Yale 1900 Series model to order for your door

The 1900 Series uses a one-size closer body concept where the same physical shell covers the entire spring power range, split across two model numbers. The 1902/4 handles spring sizes 2 through 4 and covers the majority of standard commercial interior and light exterior doors, including office suite doors, corridor doors, restroom doors, and similar openings with typical weight and width. If the specification does not call for a specific spring size and the door is a standard commercial interior type, the 1902/4 is the starting specification.

The 1905/6 handles spring sizes 5 and 6 for heavier, wider, or exterior doors subject to wind pressure and weather load. Large entrance doors, heavy hollow metal exterior doors, and any application where spring sizes 2 through 4 are insufficient to drive the door reliably to a fully closed and latched position requires the 1905/6. Both models include spring power adjustment within the model range so the installer can set the precise closing force at the door after installation.

Arm configurations, field reversibility, and adjustable controls on the 1900 Series

The 1900 Series ships with non-hold-open arms as standard. Hold-open arms are available as an option, allowing the door to be held open at any point between 90 and 180 degrees by using different closer mounting locations. Standard arm and corner bracket hold-open arms are non-handed. Parallel arm and rigid parallel arm hold-open configurations are handed.

The closer spring can be reversed in the field to accommodate the door hand when non-handed arms are used, which allows a single closer to serve both left-hand and right-hand doors without pre-ordering by hand. Delayed action closers in the 1900 Series are not field reversible and must be ordered for the correct hand. Three arm assembly lengths are available to match different door widths. The adjustable backcheck cushions the door on opening before it reaches the full-open stop, reducing impact on the frame, hinges, and arm. Maximum door weight is 250 lbs; contact the factory for applications above that threshold. The 1900 Series is manufactured in an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified facility. For contemporary Accentra closers with non-hold-open and hold-open configurations in lighter form factors, the Accentra Yale 1101BF door closer is also stocked. For other commercial hardware, browse the commercial locks section.

Specify spring size range (1902/4 or 1905/6) and arm configuration when ordering. Multiple finishes available including 600 prime coat.