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AQ83CP 203mm Surface Bolt Polished Chrome
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AQ83CP 203mm Surface Bolt Polished Chrome
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AQ83CP 203mm Surface Bolt in Polished Chrome
Securing internal doors, secondary entrance leaves, and storage cupboards often presents unexpected fitting challenges. Standard barrel bolts can feel loose, rattle inside their housings, and allow unwanted movement when doors settle or drafts pass through the property. Over time, poorly supported slide mechanisms drop out of alignment, causing friction against door frames and marring the surrounding paintwork. The AQ83CP 203mm Surface Bolt Polished Chrome resolves these everyday frustrations by offering a heavy-duty, flat-profile locking mechanism that maintains clean alignment across timber and composite doors.
Crafted with a wider cross-section than round shoot bolts, this fitting disperses forced leverage evenly along its entire length. An internal ball and spring mechanism provides firm resistance and holds the bolt reliably in place when fully thrown or retracted. This prevents the shoot from vibrating loose or dropping down unexpectedly when fitted vertically on double doors. The package also includes interchangeable keeps, making it straightforward to install the hardware on both inward and outward opening door sets without complex joinery adaptations.
Finished in mirror-reflective polished chrome, this 203mm surface bolt combines dependable perimeter reinforcement with a contemporary, high-shine aesthetic. Whether you are outfitting a busy commercial workspace, upgrading period property joinery, or fitting secondary bolts on french doors, this hardware provides an uncompromising blend of smooth mechanical action and architectural styling that lasts for years to come.
Step-by-Step Installation and Fitting Guide
Stage 1 Planning and Surface Preparation
Carefully measure your door stile to confirm sufficient clearance for the 36mm wide backplate. Hold the main bolt body level against the timber face and check that the 25mm throw reaches the door frame cleanly. Lightly mark the mounting positions using a pencil, ensuring the bolt does not foul any existing rebated latches or weather seals.
Stage 2 Selecting the Appropriate Strike Plate
Choose between the provided inward and outward opening strikes depending on how your door hangs. Position the selected keep against the frame header or adjacent passive door leaf. Mark the internal cutout area with a sharp pencil to ensure the 25mm sliding tongue engages securely without catching the perimeter casing.
Stage 3 Pilot Drilling and Fixing the Assembly
Drill shallow pilot holes for the wood screws provided in the kit to prevent hardwood splitting. Fasten the main barrel housing firmly using a hand screwdriver to protect the polished chrome screw heads from cam-out damage, checking that the plate sits completely flush against the timber.
Stage 4 Final Alignment and Action Testing
Slide the bolt into the keep to confirm smooth engagement. The integral ball and spring mechanism should click positively into position at full extension. Adjust the strike plate location slightly if there is any sticking, ensuring seamless opening and closing during routine operation.
Key Features and Practical Benefits
The wide, flat slide barrel combined with positive spring retention transforms basic secondary locking into a sturdy, rattle-free installation designed to withstand frequent use in domestic and light commercial environments.
- Enhanced Flat Slide Security: The flat barrel design offers significantly greater surface area contact than cylindrical shoot bolts, providing enhanced resistance against lateral prying and forced physical entry.
- Positive Location Retention: An integrated internal ball and spring mechanism holds the bolt firmly in both closed and retracted positions, stopping gravity creep when fitted vertically on tall doors.
- Versatile Opening Options: Supplied with purpose-designed strike plates for both inward and outward opening assemblies, eliminating the need to source auxiliary keeps separately.
- Generous 25mm Throw: Provides deep penetration into frame timbers or floor keeps, maintaining positive retention even if the door expands or settles seasonally.
- Coordinated Polished Chrome Finish: Matches modern chrome lever handles, pull handles, hinges, and bathroom hardware throughout your property for a unified visual standard.
- Long-Term Mechanical Assurance: Backed by an extensive 10 year mechanical guarantee for total peace of mind on long-term hardware performance.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Rating or Standard | Practical Details |
|---|---|---|
| Product Code | AQ83CP | Manufacturer product identification code |
| Overall Length | 203mm (8 inches) | Suitable for standard and tall door heights |
| Backplate Width | 36mm | Fits narrow stiles on timber French and double doors |
| Bolt Throw Depth | 25mm | Ensures deep frame engagement against warping |
| Mechanism Type | Flat Slide Barrel | Integral spring-loaded steel ball bearing detent |
| Finish Quality | Polished Chrome | High-lustre decorative plating over solid metal base |
| Fixing Pack | Supplied Complete | Includes colour-matched screws and dual strike keeps |
| Mechanical Warranty | 10 Year Guarantee | Covers internal mechanical failure under standard use |
Care and Maintenance Advice
Preserving the mirror finish on your polished chrome hardware is simple and requires minimal effort over the life of the product. Routine cleaning prevents grease, airborne dust, and moisture from dulling the surface.
We recommend wiping down the visible surfaces periodically using a soft, dry microfibre cloth. For stubborn fingerprints or grime, moisten the cloth with warm water and a mild liquid hand soap, wipe gently, and buff dry immediately. Applying a quality non-abrasive wax polish twice a year forms a protective barrier against atmospheric moisture and finger marks.
Avoid the use of harsh household cleaners, bleach, scouring pads, and acidic chemical agents. These substances will strip the electroplated chrome layer and void the manufacturer finish warranty. An occasional drop of light machine oil applied directly to the internal ball bearing keeps the sliding motion silky smooth.
Need Advice on Your Project Hardware?
If you are uncertain whether this AQ83CP surface bolt matches your door rebate, frame clearance, or project dimensions, our technical team at Doorfit is ready to help you find the correct solution.
Contact Our TeamSpecification
| Manufacturer | Carlisle Brass |
|---|---|
| Finish | Polished Chrome |
| Dimensions | 203mm |
| Guarantee | 10 Year (Mechanical) |