Glossary of Terms
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Rabbet
A term used to describe the abutting edges of a pair of doors or windows so shaped as to provide a tight fit. One half of the edge projects beyond the other half, usually ½ inch. Also used to define that portion of a door frame into which the door fits.
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- Locks, Cylinders, Cores, Keyblanks
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Rail (of a Door)
A horizontal member that pins the stiles. May be exposed as in a paneled door, or concealed as in a flush door.
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- Exit Devices
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Roller Latch
A friction door latch employing a roller latch head under spring tension, which engages a strike having a recess formed to receive the roller.
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- Hinges and Pivots
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Rose
A trim plate attached to the door under the knob or lever. It sometimes acts as a knob (or lever) bearing.
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- Locks, Cylinders, Cores, Keyblanks
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Rounded Front
A lock or bolt front conforming to the rounded edge of a double acting door.
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- Locks, Cylinders, Cores, Keyblanks
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- Lock Set