# JAMB DEPTHS

## Available Jamb Depths

* **4 5/8"**: Ideal for standard 2x4 wall construction.
* **5 5/8"**: Ideal for standard 2x4 wall construction with an extension to hide existing caulking lines.
* **6 5/8"**: Commonly used for 2x6 wall construction.
* **7 1/4"**: Suitable for thicker wall constructions but reserved for use with retractable screens and Out-Swing Sills.
* **7 5/8"**: Suitable for thicker wall constructions and ideal for standard 2x6 wall construction with an extension to hide existing caulking lines.
* **Standard 1 1/2" jamb extension**: Suitable for even thicker walls.
* **Custom up to 5" jamb extension**: Suitable for those very thick walls.

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## Available Post Depths

* **4 5/8"**: Standard post depth for 4 5/8" and 5 5/8" jambs, and optional for all other deeper jambs.
* **6 5/8"**: Standard post depth for 6 5/8" and all other deeper jambs.

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## Technical Drawings and Measurements

Illustrating jamb and post combinations

### for IN-SWING Doors

[4-5/8" Jambs](/jamb-depths/in-swing/4-5-8-jambs.md)

[5-5/8" Jambs (Limited)](/jamb-depths/in-swing/5-5-8-jambs-limited.md)

[6-5/8" Jambs](/jamb-depths/in-swing/6-5-8-jambs.md)

[7-1/4" Jambs (Limited)](/jamb-depths/in-swing/7-1-4-jambs-limited.md)

[7-5/8" Jambs](/jamb-depths/in-swing/7-5-8-jambs.md)

### for OUT-SWING Doors

[4-5/8" Jambs](/jamb-depths/out-swing-wip/4-5-8-jambs.md)

[5-5/8" Jambs (Limited)](/jamb-depths/out-swing-wip/5-5-8-jambs-limited.md)

[6-5/8" Jambs](/jamb-depths/out-swing-wip/6-5-8-jambs.md)

[7-1/4" Jambs](/jamb-depths/out-swing-wip/7-1-4-jambs.md)

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