Single Door Access Control

Which type of control do you prefer?

Mechanical Example		Electrical Examples

Mechanical

Electrical

What type of door do you have?

Wood or Hollow Metal		Glass Door

Partial glass is OK		Aluminum storefront door

Wood or Hollow Metal

Glass

What type of door do you have?

Wood or Hollow Metal		Glass Door

Partial glass is OK		Aluminum storefront door

Wood or Hollow Metal

Glass

With ample surface area to mount the lock, many choices of push button locks are available.

Standard Push Button Lock		A single code is set into the back of the lock. All users enter that same code to gain access. To change the code, remove the lock and reset the code.
*Pro's:* Easily installed by removing existing lock and replacing with push button lock. Much less expensive than purchasing an entire electrical locking system. *Con's:* Only a single code is used. With everyone using the same code it is easy for someone to pass out the code to others. *Models Available:* Simplex L1000 (shown) Codelocks 100, 300, and 500

Battery Push Button Lock		Memory can hold many user codes (100 or so). Additional functions included, such as ''passage'' mode. Easy to add, remove or change codes.
*Pro's:* Easily installed by removing existing lock and replacing with push button lock. Much less expensive than purchasing an entire electrical locking system. *Con's:* Batteries will eventually die. But they are easily replaced and the lock will ''chirp'' a low battery warning. *Models Available:* Simplex 5000, 5200, 5700, 5900 Codelocks 2000, 4000, and 5000 (shown) Schlage Cobra series Alarm Lock Trilogy Don't overlook these battery powered locks. They are by far the best value for access control.

Only a few choices are available with a narrow mounting surface:

Narrow Push Button Lock		Mounts to narrow stile (2'' wide) of glass door. Single code versions and multiple code versions available. Also allows entry by key.
*Pro's:* Inexpensive method of adding access control to aluminum storefront door. *Con's:* Most models are designed to work with Adams Rite locks. But these locks won't work with a swing up type bolt. Bolt locks must be replaced with a different lock type, one with a spring latch. Also requires the addition of a paddle on the inside. *Models Available:* Simplex 3000 (shown) Codelocks 460 Schlage King Cobra These locks are very difficult to order correctly. Besides the push button lock on the outside, you'll need to order a new Adams Rite lock to mount inside the door and a paddle for exiting. In other words, don't try this at home. Get expert help before ordering.

Select a locking preference for your door (wood or hollow metal)

	Electric Strike
	Mag Lock
	Electrified lock or exit device

Electric Strike

Mag Lock

Electrified Lock

Select a locking preference for your glass door

	Electric Strike
	Mag Lock
	Electrified exit device

Electric Strike

Mag Lock

Electrified Exit Device

What type of lock is on the door?

	Standard Lock
	Mortise Lock
	Exit Device

Standard Lock

Mortise Lock

Exit Device

Many electric strikes are made for standard locks.

	The strike is designed to accept the latch of a standard lock. These latches have either 1/2'' or 3/4'' throw.
Mounting an electric strike requires the frame to be ''notched'' and tabs to be installed. The size of the ''notch'' depends on the body style and faceplate of the strike. Dozens of styles are available and vary by manufacturer and model.

Medium duty strikes are typically easier to install.
They are designed to use the existing tabs of a commercial frame (4-7/8'' high).
The Von Duprin 5100 is a good choice. It comes with 3 faceplates to fit the standard prep of a HM or AL frame.
This means you only have to make the ''notch'' and not worry about installing tabs.

Heavy duty strikes sometimes use existing frame tabs but normally require more extensive frame prep.
These strikes have heavy duty solenoids to last many years.
Examples of heavy duty strikes include: Von Duprin 6000 series, HES, Folger Adam and SDC.

A unique strike is offered by Securitron.
It is called the ''Unlatch'' (model UNL) and requires no frame prep at all.
The Unlatch is a very good value, especially when you consider the cost savings of having no frame prep costs.

Electric strikes for mortise locks:

	Mortise locks have multiple latches and bolts. The strike must align with these latches and bolts.
You must know your mortise lock model before ording a strike to fit it. Then check the strike manufacturer's catalogs. They list compatibility charts for each model. Catalogs to browse are Von Duprin's 6000 series, HES, Folger Adam and SDC.

Electric strikes for mortise locks are specialized.

A few electric strikes are specifically made for exit devices.

	Exit devices use a unique latch called a Pullman latch. Electric strikes must therefore accept a Pullman style latch.
	Also unique is the latching location. Strikes for exit devices mount to the frame stop. This complicates frame prep as the frame stop is difficult to ''notch''.
	Your best bet is to stay away from strikes that require ''frame notching''. HES model 9600 has a unique design that allows for surface mounting the strike. Order HES 9600 online NOTE: The important dimension of the 9600 is it's depth of 3/4''. When retro fitting an exit device first check how far the exitisting strike protrudes. It should be close to 3/4''. If not, the exit device will need to be adjusted slightly on the door. This can be very difficult as new mounting holes will overlap existing holes.

How will the door be used?

Door use determines the holding force required.

Interior Doors - around 500 lbs.
Exterior Doors - around 1200 lbs.
High Security Doors - around 1800 lbs.

Interior Door - Traffic Control

Exterior Door - Standard

Exterior Door - High Security

Traffic control mag locks have 5-700 lbs of holding force.

	One example is Locknetics model 320. You may order it online by clicking here.
	A less expensive example is RCI model 8371. You may order it online by clicking here.
	We also offer complete systems with matched components. You may order these online by clicking here.

Mag Lock Ordering Tips

Every mag lock installation needs a filler plate or bracket
Carefully measure frame dimensions to determine plate needed

A filler plate ''widens'' the frame stop to provide ample surface area to mount the mag lock.

You must first measure the height of the frame stop in order to know the proper thickness of filler plate to order. Then calculate the overall depth of the mag lock to know how wide the filler plate should be. Notice how part of the mag lock rests against the frame stop and the other part rests against the filler plate.

Order filler plates online by clicking here.

A standard security exterior door should have about 1200 lbs of holding force.

	Securitron's M68 offers a lot of bang for the buck. You may order it online by clicking here.
	RCI's model 8310 is another very good value. You may order it online by clicking here.
	We also offer complete systems with matched components. You may order these online by clicking here.

Mag Lock Ordering Tips

Every mag lock installation needs a filler plate or bracket
Carefully measure frame dimensions to determine plate needed

A filler plate ''widens'' the frame stop to provide ample surface area to mount the mag lock.

You must first measure the height of the frame stop in order to know the proper thickness of filler plate to order. Then calculate the overall depth of the mag lock to know how wide the filler plate should be. Notice how part of the mag lock rests against the frame stop and the other part rests against the filler plate.

Order filler plates online by clicking here.

A high security exterior door should have 1500 to 1800 lbs of holding force.

	Securitron's M82 offers 1800 lbs. of holding force. You may order it online by clicking here.
	RCI's model 8310-IQ is 1500 lbs., but includes special security features. You may order it online by clicking here.
	We also offer complete systems with matched components. You may order these online by clicking here.

Mag Lock Ordering Tips

Every mag lock installation needs a filler plate or bracket
Carefully measure frame dimensions to determine plate needed

A filler plate ''widens'' the frame stop to provide ample surface area to mount the mag lock.

You must first measure the height of the frame stop in order to know the proper thickness of filler plate to order. Then calculate the overall depth of the mag lock to know how wide the filler plate should be. Notice how part of the mag lock rests against the frame stop and the other part rests against the filler plate.

Order filler plates online by clicking here.

What type of lock should be on the door?

	Standard Lock
	Mortise Lock
	Exit Device

Standard Lock

Mortise Lock

Exit Device

All the major lock manufacturers produce electrified versions of their locks.

	Electrified locks contain a solenoid that controls the outside lever.
When the outside Access Control unit is activated, the power supply frees up the lock's outside lever via the solenoid inside the lock. A timer is used to control how long the lever remains unlocked. Once the timer reaches zero, the solenoid then relocks the outside lever. The lever remains frozen and unoperable until once again activated from the outside Access Control unit.
	Notice the components used for the system: Outside Access Control Unit Power Supply Electric Hinge Electrified Lock

Electric Lock Tip

The door must be specially bored from the hinge side to the lock side
This bore hole carries the wires to the lock

The bore hole requires a 4' long drill bit.
That is why door preps for electrified locks are usually done at the factory.

Electric Lock Types

Fail Safe
Fail Secure

Most electric locks are ordered as Fail Secure.
Should the power Fail, the lock is Secure (locked).
During everyday use, an Access Control door is locked 99% of the time.
This means the lock is at rest 99% of the time and the solonoid only works 1% of the time.
With such little work, the solonoid will last a long, long time.

Large office buildings are another matter.
They typically have fire alarm systems.
Should the fire alarm sound, all doors should be unlocked.
Using a Fail Safe lock in these applications works best.
Unlocking all doors allows fire and police to enter during an emergency.
The down side is the solenoid is working nearly all the time and will not last a long time.

Mortise locks are electrified by adding a solenoid inside the lock body.

	Electrified locks contain a solenoid that controls the outside lever.
When the outside Access Control unit is activated, the power supply frees up the lock's outside lever via the solenoid inside the lock. A timer is used to control how long the lever remains unlocked. Once the timer reaches zero, the solenoid then relocks the outside lever. The lever remains frozen and unoperable until once again activated from the outside Access Control unit.
	Notice the components used for the system: Outside Access Control Unit Power Supply Electric Hinge Electrified Lock

Electric Lock Tip

The door must be specially bored from the hinge side to the lock side
This bore hole carries the wires to the lock

The bore hole requires a 4' long drill bit.
That is why door preps for electrified locks are usually done at the factory.

Electric Lock Types

Fail Safe
Fail Secure

Most electric locks are ordered as Fail Secure.
Should the power Fail, the lock is Secure (locked).
During everyday use, an Access Control door is locked 99% of the time.
This means the lock is at rest 99% of the time and the solonoid only works 1% of the time.
With such little work, the solonoid will last a long, long time.

Large office buildings are another matter.
They typically have fire alarm systems.
Should the fire alarm sound, all doors should be unlocked.
Using a Fail Safe lock in these applications works best.
Unlocking all doors allows fire and police to enter during an emergency.
The down side is the solenoid is working nearly all the time and will not last a long time.

Electrified exit devices have electric latch retraction.

	A solenoid inside the device performs the work. When power is applied, the solenoid retracts the latch.
All major device manufacturers provide a latch retraction option. Corbin Russwin Dorma Sargent Von Duprin Yale Information is provide below on the two most popular brands: Von Duprin and Corbin Russwin.

	Von Duprin ''EL'' Devices provide electric latch retraction. The device series for standard doors are EL98 and EL99. (use EL33A and EL35A on glass doors)
	All ''EL'' series are indentical internally. They use the same solenoid and other ''EL'' parts. This is important because the Von Duprin solenoid is a monster. It requires *16 amps of power* to retract the latch.
Power supply model PS873-2 is always used with "EL" devices. Regular power supplies will not work as they do not have the 16 amps output required by the solenoid. The high amp output also requires that heavy gauge wire be used (12 or 14 ga.), much thicker than standard 22 ga. An EPT (Electric Power Transfer) is used at the frame to carry the heavier wires. An electric hinge may also be used, but the wires must be twisted together to beef up the wire gauge. Two wires are twisted into one to create the heavier gauge wire.
	The bottom line is the large solenoid used by Von Duprin changes everything. It requires a special power supply, special wires and a special power transfer. You may convert a standard device to an ''EL'' device with a EL Conversion Kit (part 050070). Just understand that you're getting into a high amp system with special requirements.

	Electrified devices from Corbin Russwin are much easier to work with than Von Duprin. They can be operated using a standard power supply.
But there's a catch. Unlike Von Duprin devices, there is no conversion kit for Corbin Russwin devices. If you want electric latch retraction, the device must come from the factory with the solenoid built-in. An existing door with a Corbin Russwin device cannot be converted. You must start over with a new electrified device.

What type of lock is on the door?

	Swing Up Bolt
	Exit Device
	Deadlatch

Swing Up Bolt

Exit Device

Spring Latch

A few electric strikes are made for swing up bolts.

Swing up bolts work with several electric strike models.

But they don't work very well.

The first problem is accommodating the bolt itself.

The ''swing up'' action of the bolt requires the strike opening to be larger and perfectly aligned with the door.

Should the door settle or move in any way, the alignment will change and cause problems.

But the second, and most important problem, is exiting the door. In an emergency there is no quick means of exiting.

No paddle, exit device or other hardware can mount on the inside that will retract the bolt.

This causes a dangerous Life/Safety issue and should be avoided at all costs.

Better to replace the swing up bolt style lock with one with a spring-loaded latch.

Several Adams Rite models will retrofit nicely and offer the spring-loaded latch.

Exit devices use a pullman latch type and the strike must be compatible with the latch.

	Exit devices use a unique latch called a Pullman latch. Electric strikes must therefore accept a Pullman style latch.
	Also unique is the latching location. Strikes for exit devices mount to the frame stop. This complicates frame prep as the frame stop is difficult to ''notch''.
	Your best bet is to stay away from strikes that require ''frame notching''. HES model 9600 has a unique design that allows for surface mounting the strike. Order HES 9600 online NOTE: The important dimension of the 9600 is it's depth of 3/4''. When retro fitting an exit device first check how far the exitisting strike protrudes. It should be close to 3/4''. If not, the exit device will need to be adjusted slightly on the door. This can be very difficult as new mounting holes will overlap existing holes.

Spring latch locks are used when a paddle or similar device is on the inside of the door.

	These narrow stile locks are specially designed for glass doors. But the latch they use is common to that of a standard lock. And the latch is the critical element when electric strikes are concerned.
	Most electric strike models will work with this type of latch. You simply need to select the strike model that best suits your appliation. Below are some example strikes that work well with this lock type.

Medium duty strikes are typically easier to install.
They are designed to use the existing tabs of a commercial frame (4-7/8'' high).
The Von Duprin 5100 is a good choice.
It comes with 3 faceplates to fit the standard prep of a HM or AL frame.
This means you only have to make the ''notch'' and not worry about installing tabs.

Heavy duty strikes will sometimes use existing frame tabs, but normally require more extensive frame prep.
These strikes have heavy duty solenoids to last many years.
Examples of heavy duty strikes include: Von Duprin 6000 series, HES, Folger Adam and SDC.

A unique strike is offered by Securitron.
It is called the ''Unlatch'' (model UNL) and requires no frame prep at all.
The Unlatch is a very good value, especially when you consider the cost savings of having no frame prep costs.

We also offer complete systems that utilize an electric strike.

These systems have pre-configured components designed to be compatible.

Describe the type of glass door.

	Aluminum storefront doors have a 2" metal frame
	Herculite doors are mostly all glass

Aluminum Storefront

Herculite Door

Mag locks for aluminum storefront doors have a narrow body style.

These narrow lock bodies are less than 2'' in height and depth.
This allows them to mount more easily in tight spaces.

Aluminum storefront installations typically require a few accessories.

Brackets are installed at the header to widen the frame stop. Shown here is Securitron's ASB, Aluminum Spacer Bracket.

Other manufacturers give these items other names, such as filler plates.

Regardless of the name, these brackets serve the same purpose. To provide a full flat surface to mount the mag lock.

Mag lock models with narrow body styles include:

Locknetics 320

Securitron M32

Herculite doors use a special adhesive to mount the plate for a mag lock.

The adhesive comes in a kit to securely mount a plate to glass.
The kit shown here is from Securitron and it's best to use the kit of the same manufacturer as the mag lock.

The kit comes with a plate specially designed to mount to glass (GDB). Once mounted, the strike plate (armature) of the lock mounts to the glued-on plate.

The addition of the glued-on plate extends the overall depth of the installation.

Many times this extra depth will require a special header bracket for the mounting of the lock itself. You'll need to carefully measure your frame dimensions before ordering items.

The Locknetics adhesive kit is called HDB (Herculite Door Bracket).

Securitron's version is called AKG (Adhesive Kit for Glass).

The good news is you're not restricted to using a smaller mag lock with herculite doors. You may use any model mag lock as long as the adhesive kit works with that model. The kits from both manufacturers allow the use of several lock models each.

Electrified exit devices retract the latch when activated.

	A solenoid inside the device performs the work. When power is applied, the solenoid retracts the latch.
All major device manufacturers provide a latch retraction option. Corbin Russwin Dorma Sargent Von Duprin Yale Information is provide below on the two most popular brands: Von Duprin and Corbin Russwin.

	Von Duprin ''EL'' Devices provide electric latch retraction. The device series for aluminum storefront doors are EL33A and EL35A. (use EL98 and EL99 on standard doors)
	All ''EL'' series are indentical internally. They use the same solenoid and other ''EL'' parts. This is important because the Von Duprin solenoid is a monster. It requires *16 amps of power* to retract the latch.
Power supply model PS873-2 is always used with "EL" devices. Regular power supplies will not work as they do not have the 16 amps output required by the solenoid. The high amp output also requires that heavy gauge wire be used (12 or 14 ga.), much thicker than standard 22 ga. An EPT (Electric Power Transfer) is used at the frame to carry the heavier wires. An electric hinge may also be used, but the wires must be twisted together to beef up the wire gauge. Two wires are twisted into one to create the heavier gauge wire.
	The bottom line is the large solenoid used by Von Duprin changes everything. It requires a special power supply, special wires and a special power transfer. You may convert a standard device to an ''EL'' device with a EL Conversion Kit (part 050070). Just understand that you're getting into a high amp system with special requirements.

	Electrified devices from Corbin Russwin are much easier to work with than Von Duprin. They can be operated using a standard power supply.
But there's a catch. Unlike Von Duprin devices, there is no conversion kit for Corbin Russwin devices. If you want electric latch retraction, the device must come from the factory with the solenoid built-in. An existing door with a Corbin Russwin device cannot be converted. You must start over with a new electrified device.