Already have a commercial hollow metal door with a cylindrical lock and need to make it automatic? The Maverick HA8LP Automatic Door Opener Package with Cylindrical Lock Electric Strike provides the automatic operator, wireless handicap activation components and electric strike needed to convert a compatible existing hollow metal swing door into an automatic accessible entrance.
This package is specifically designed for existing hollow metal doors equipped with a commercial cylindrical lock or cylindrical lever lock. A conventional cylindrical latch remains engaged with the frame when the door is closed, preventing an automatic operator from opening the door until that latch is released.
The included cylindrical lock electric strike solves that problem by electronically releasing the existing latch before the Maverick HA8LP begins opening the door.
This allows the existing hollow metal door to remain latched when closed while providing automatic unlocking every time the automatic door system is activated.
At the heart of the package is the Maverick HA8LP Low Profile Automatic Door Operator, our standard-duty commercial operator designed for the majority of automatic door applications and doors weighing up to 300 lbs.
The HA8LP combines a compact 4-1/8" x 5-1/8" low-profile header, a 1/8 HP electromechanical motor, high-precision gearing, an aluminum-alloy gearbox, heavy-duty sealed bearings and a digital control system.
Important: This is an automatic door opener retrofit package. The hollow metal door, hollow metal frame and cylindrical lock / lever are not included. The Maverick HA8LP, cylindrical lock electric strike and wireless handicap activation components are included as described below.
This package provides the major automatic door and locking components needed to add automatic operation to a compatible existing hollow metal door with cylindrical locking hardware.
Not Included: Hollow metal door, hollow metal frame, cylindrical lever lock, hinges, pivots or other commercial door hardware unless specifically stated otherwise.
If your existing hollow metal door already has a commercial cylindrical lock or lever set, you may not need to remove the lock or replace the entire opening just to add automatic operation.
The existing cylindrical lock remains part of the door.
The included electric strike is installed at the latch location in the hollow metal frame and provides the electronic release required for automatic opening.
When automatic access is requested, the strike releases the existing cylindrical latch first. The Maverick HA8LP can then automatically open the door without someone manually turning the lever.
A standard cylindrical lock uses a latchbolt that engages the strike in the hollow metal frame. This provides normal latching and locking operation, but it also creates a problem when an automatic door operator is added.
The automatic operator cannot open the door while the cylindrical latch remains engaged.
The latch must be released before the automatic operator begins trying to move the door.
The included cylindrical lock electric strike provides the electronic release required for automatic door operation.
Instead of modifying or removing the existing cylindrical lock, the electric strike releases the point where the latch engages the frame.
When the automatic door system receives an activation signal, the electric strike releases first.
The Maverick HA8LP can then begin its automatic opening cycle.
After the door closes, the existing cylindrical latch can return to the electric strike, allowing the opening to return to its normal latched condition.
This is the primary advantage of this package.
Your existing cylindrical lock can continue to provide normal mechanical latching while the included electric strike provides the electronic release needed for automatic operation.
The automatic sequence is simple:
Press the handicap button. The electric strike releases. The Maverick HA8LP opens the door. After closing, the cylindrical latch can re-engage.
The result is a coordinated retrofit system combining automatic accessibility, your existing cylindrical lock and electronic unlocking.
Not every hollow metal door requires an oversized ultra heavy-duty automatic door operator.
The Maverick HA8LP is our standard-duty commercial operator designed for the majority of typical automatic door applications.
With capacity for doors weighing up to 300 lbs., a 1/8 HP motor, commercial-grade gearing and a compact low-profile housing, the HA8LP provides an excellent balance of power, reliability and appearance.
For exceptionally heavy doors or highly demanding, high-volume institutional openings, consider the Maverick HA8SP Ultra Heavy Duty Automatic Door Operator.
The Maverick HA8LP uses a compact 4-1/8" x 5-1/8" header profile designed for applications where a lower-profile operator is preferred.
This gives the opening a cleaner architectural appearance while reducing the vertical space required above the hollow metal door.
Inside the housing, the HA8LP uses a commercial-grade 1/8 HP electromechanical motor, high-precision gears, an aluminum-alloy gearbox and heavy-duty sealed bearings.
The Maverick HA8LP is non-handed, simplifying operator selection for commercial retrofit applications.
The same universal operator platform can be configured for the required door handing and is available for either push-side or pull-side installation.
This provides additional flexibility when retrofitting existing hollow metal doors.
The Maverick HA8LP is a low-profile low energy automatic swing door operator designed for dependable commercial operation.
Its electromechanical construction combines high-precision gears, an aluminum-alloy gearbox and heavy-duty sealed bearings for sustained long-term use.
Permanent lubrication and high-wear-protection gear grease help provide dependable operation while reducing routine drivetrain maintenance requirements.
| Model | Maverick HA8LP |
| Operator Type | Low Profile Low Energy Automatic Swing Door Operator |
| Recommended Duty | Standard Duty Commercial Applications |
| Maximum Door Weight | Up to 300 lbs. |
| Header Profile | 4-1/8" x 5-1/8" |
| Motor Type | Electromechanical |
| Motor | 1/8 HP |
| Operating Voltage | 115 VAC |
| Drive Train | Aluminum-Alloy Gearbox |
| Bearings | Heavy-Duty Sealed Bearings |
| Gear Lubrication | Permanent Lubrication / High-Wear-Protection Gear Grease |
| Control System | Digital Control Board |
| Control Box | Single HA8 with Data – 24 VDC / 3 AMP |
| Handing | Non-Handed / Universal |
| Arm Configuration | Available in Push or Pull |
| Arm Connection | 1" Solid Spline Spindle |
| Mechanical Clutch | Standard |
| Adjustable Spring Tension | Yes |
| Adjustable Door Stop | Yes |
| On / Off / Hold Open Switch | Yes |
| Electric Lock Interface | Built-In Strike / Mag Lock Relay |
| Electric Lock Configuration | Fail Safe or Fail Secure |
| Electric Strike Power | 24 VDC |
| Circuit Protection | 3 Amp Fuse |
| Manual Opening / Closing Force | Adjustable 5 to 30 lbs. |
| Push Reveal | Up to 14" |
| Pull Reveal | Up to 5" |
| 39" Header Weight | Approximately 44 lbs. |
| Side Loading | Yes |
The cylindrical lock or cylindrical lever is not included with this package.
This package is intended for a compatible existing hollow metal door that already has cylindrical locking hardware installed, or where compatible cylindrical hardware will be supplied separately.
The existing latchbolt normally engages the included electric strike when the door closes. Users can continue to operate the cylindrical lever manually as they would on a conventional commercial door.
When automatic operation is requested, the lever itself does not need to turn. The included electric strike releases the latch so the HA8LP can automatically open the door.
Unlike the hollow metal door and cylindrical lock, the electric strike is included with this package.
The strike is installed at the latch location in the hollow metal frame and provides the electronic release required for automatic opening.
When properly configured, the strike releases before the HA8LP begins trying to move the door.
This allows an existing conventionally latched hollow metal door to function as a coordinated automatic entrance without removing the cylindrical lock.
This package includes two commercial handicap push buttons, providing automatic activation capability from both sides of the opening.
Each handicap button uses a compatible 433 MHz wireless transmitter.
When either button is pressed, the transmitter sends an activation signal to the included wireless receiver connected to the automatic door system.
Running control wiring from handicap push buttons back to the automatic operator can be difficult in an existing commercial building.
The included wireless activation system allows the handicap buttons to communicate wirelessly with the receiver, reducing the amount of activation wiring that needs to be routed through masonry, finished drywall or other existing construction.
The included electric strike also provides flexibility when the existing hollow metal opening needs to integrate with a compatible building access control system.
The Maverick HA8LP includes a built-in strike / mag lock relay and separate inputs for activation and safety devices.
Depending on the overall system design, the electric strike and automatic operator can be coordinated with compatible devices such as:
The Maverick HA8LP can be configured for both push-side and pull-side hollow metal door applications.
Push-side installations accommodate reveals up to 14 inches, while pull-side installations accommodate reveals up to 5 inches.
Because the HA8LP is non-handed, the same universal operator platform provides additional flexibility when matching the unit to the existing opening.
Choose this package when your existing hollow metal door already has a conventional cylindrical lock or lever and you want to add automatic operation without removing that hardware.
The electric strike provides the missing piece by electronically releasing the existing latch before the HA8LP begins opening the door.
This gives you a purpose-built solution combining:
If your existing hollow metal door, frame and cylindrical lock are in good operating condition, you may only need the components required to make the opening automatic.
This package provides the Maverick HA8LP Low Profile Automatic Door Operator, cylindrical lock electric strike, two wireless handicap push buttons, two 433 MHz transmitters and one compatible wireless receiver.
You keep your existing hollow metal door, frame and compatible cylindrical locking hardware while adding automatic opening and electronic latch release.
Already have a hollow metal door with a cylindrical lock? Need it to automatically unlock and open without replacing the entire entrance?
The Maverick HA8LP package provides a purpose-built retrofit solution with a low-profile, non-handed commercial operator rated for doors up to 300 lbs., an included cylindrical lock electric strike and wireless handicap activation from both sides of the opening.
Keep your existing door. Keep your existing cylindrical lock. Add automatic unlocking and dependable automatic operation.

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