Electric Door Strike Installation

When the door closes behind you it automatically returns to a locked position.

Electric door strike installation.

Electric strikes are electromechanical door locking devices meaning they are mechanical locks with electronic devices that provide additional functionality. The 6300 is a fire rated no cut surface mounted strike. Cut out the opening for the electric strike. They are installed in place of the conventional lock strike plate on the.

The keeper is in the extended position keeps the deadlatch retracted not allowing the latchbolt to be retracted permitting the door to swing open. Electrical strike plates allows a door to open only when the release mechanism is electronically triggered. To install the electric strike. Rim exit device applications.

Quick installation without altering the door frame. Electric strike locks remain locked from the outside at all times. The no cut electric strike operates very much like a standard electric strike. As the door is closed the latchbolt and the deadlatch slide into the pocket as they slide over the faceplate lip.

Electric strikes replace a standard door strike and is connected to a power supply. 6300 series electric strike. Install the power supply transformer release mechanism and if necessary the rectifier. Its heavy duty stainless steel construction is ul 10c 3 hour fire rated and ul 1034 listed.

Door security can be enhanced by installing an electric strike plate that replaces a traditional strike plate. Check to be certain the electric strike will fit in the opening. Electric strikes are similar to regular strike locks in that they are comprised of a strike that blocks the door latch. The electric strikes on the market today those known as compact or low profile electric strikes are marketed as easy to install plug and play strikes.

Electric strikes are used in combination with another form of locking devices such as a lock set or a panic bar. When an electric strike is activated it releases the latch unlocking the door. In applications with high usage or dirty conditions more frequent service may be necessary. P installation inst electric strike inst 30 4 vsd rev 01 11 page 5 under normal usage the 30 4 electric strike should be cleaned and lubricated once a year to maintain it s reliability.