Door dampers
Door dampers reliably prevent doors from slamming shut loudly. They close doors gently and quietly, while ensuring that they close completely and remain closed.
What are door dampers used for?
Door damper function
Closing sequence with door damper (V 1600)
Door dampers are usually installed centered on the upper edge of the door. The hook sits above it on the door frame. When the door opens, the hook automatically pushes the roller lever downwards, thereby tensioning the integrated spring.
If the door is thrown shut, the roller lever swings upwards when it reaches the hook, damping the movement of the door hydraulically. The damping is progressive, which means that doors are reliably and gently cushioned regardless of size and weight – even if they were thrown shut quickly.
After this, the door damper pulls the door completely shut and keeps it closed using the force of the spring.
Overview of door damper models
DICTATOR has a wide range of door damper models that offer a variety of applications. They vary in terms of installation options as well as visual appearance and finishes.
Below you can see an overview of our standard models for hinged doors (all other models can be found here):
VS 2000
Sleek yet robust design model
V 1600
Versatile model with encased cylinder, also for use on fire doors
R 1400
For installation on the push side of the door
Z 1000
The affordable basic model with visible cylinder
FAQ – Frequently asked questions about door dampers
Choosing a model
Installing the door damper
Door damper application areas
Door dampers on front doors and entrance doors
in private and public buildings
Many front doors, entrance doors, or apartment doors – especially if they have an overhead door closer – slam shut very loudly. Other doors do not close completely (even if they have a door closer), and remain a little open, which can pose a safety risk if left unlocked. Door dampers intercept the slamming doors, guide them slowly into the lock and keep them safely closed. This way, they prevent a lot of hassle for all residents.
Door dampers for walk-in refrigerator doors
in food industry facilities with cold storage rooms
In many establishments like restaurant kitchens, butcher shops or bakeries, cold room doors are opened and closed a lot. In a hurry, people often don’t pay attention to whether the doors are completely closed, which can happen due to the door’s sealing. DICTATOR door dampers are used to make sure the door closes and thus prevent energy loss and, in the worst case, food deterioration. With them, the door can just be thrown shut and the door damper will makes sure that it closes complety and remais closed.
Door dampers for fire doors
e.g. for interlocks in underground parkings, basements or car parks
In so-called fire control interlocks it often happens that one of the doors doesn’t close properly when the other one is closed due to a difference in air pressure. This is a major problem, because then there is no more fire protection. On the other hand, when one doors is open, the other often slams shut – which can be frequently heard throughout the building and can be a nuisance for the occupants. The door damper for fire doors ensures both silence and safely closed doors.
However, before installing it, it is necessay to check with your country’s regulations and the door manufacturer, whether an approval for the door damper is necessary.
Recommended products: V 1600 for fire doors