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36-173 vs. 36-183
Treat these as non-interchangeable. These EntryGard dual-arm operators have 4-7/16-inch versus 2-7/8-inch links (catalog dimension B), with different dimension A values as well. Their reach and attachment geometry differ.
IllustrationTruth EntryGard dual-arm operator · 36-173 ↗
IllustrationTruth EntryGard dual-arm operator · 36-183 ↗
| Specification | 36-173 | 36-183 |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanism / profile | Dual arm | Dual arm |
| Hand | Shown | Shown |
| Catalog dimension A | 5-17/64" | 2-59/64" |
| Link dimension B | 4-7/16" | 2-7/8" |
| Link offset | Up | Up |
| Mounting | Top clip | Top clip |
| Finish / hardware package | E-Gard | E-Gard |
| Fitment | EntryGard dual-arm casement mechanism as illustrated in the catalog. | EntryGard dual-arm casement mechanism as illustrated in the catalog. |
| Original source | Check source ↗ | Check source ↗ |
The interchangeability warning is an editorial conclusion from the documented differences above. Always check the supplier’s current drawing and your original part.