Besam Swingmaster Operator Identification Guide
Swingmaster® Model Introduction
Swingmaster® 300 Series
Model 300 (Overhead Concealed)
- Double acting (spring return to closed position from the panic position)
- Standard energy closing spring
- Closing force of approximately 23 lbs. to 34 lbs., depending on door width
- Non-handed; converts easily to right-hand or left-hand swing
Model 305 (Same as Model 300 except for:)
- Low energy closing spring
- Closing force of approximately 14 lbs. to 26 lbs., depending on door width
Model 350 (Surface Mounted – Same as Model 300 except for:)
- Rack gear extension and internal spring spacer increase spindle shaft rotation to 135°, accommodating various pivoting arrangements (hinge, offset pivots, and center pivots)
- Closing force of approximately 23 lbs. to 34 lbs., depending on door width
Model 355 (Same as Model 350 except for:)
- Low energy closing spring
- Closing force of approximately 14 lbs. to 26 lbs., depending on door width
Swingmaster® 400 Series
Model 400 (Overhead Concealed)
- Factory-handed operator for right-hand or left-hand operation
- Single acting (spring open to panic position)
- Requires closing door stop; retractable stop for panic breakout
- Internal clutch assembly
- Standard energy closing spring
- Closing force of approximately 16 lbs. to 30 lbs., depending on door width
- Closing force adjustable depending on application
Model 405 (Same as Model 400 except for:)
- Low energy closing spring
- Closing force of approximately 11 lbs. to 23 lbs., depending on door width
Model 450 (Surface Mounted – Same as Model 400 except for:)
- Rack gear extension and internal spring spacer increase spindle shaft rotation to 135°, accommodating various pivoting arrangements (hinge, offset pivots, and center pivots)
- Closing force of approximately 16 lbs. to 30 lbs., depending on door width
Model 455 (Same as Model 450 except for:)
- Low energy closing spring
- Closing force of approximately 11 lbs. to 23 lbs., depending on door width
Additional Models
For instructions regarding Swingmaster Models 500, 550, 600, 650, 700, 750, and 850, please contact Besam, Inc.
Performance and Safety
All swing door applications intended for pedestrian use must be properly ordered, installed, adjusted, and maintained in accordance with applicable American National Standards and building codes.
Applicable Standard
Power Operated Pedestrian Doors
ANSI/BHMA A156.10
ANSI Standards Cover
- Automatic/manual operation
- Entrapment protection
- Emergency egress
- Activating and safety devices
- Door markings
- Time delays
- Guide rails
- Other related requirements
