How To Install Electric Strike Door Lock

To install the electric strike.

How to install electric strike door lock.

Check to be certain the electric strike will fit in the opening. Electric strike locks remain locked from the outside at all times. Electric strike locks remain locked from the outside at all times. 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.

With this type of lock the door closes behind you and automatically fastens in a locked position. When an electric strike is activated it releases the latch unlocking the door. As mentioned electric strike locks are relatively easy to install as they generally just take the place of an existing strike lock. When the keeper is released the deadlatch extends into the electric strike pocket.

Once you have removed the old strike you will need to examine the door and consider whether you need to enlarge the hole in order to install the electric strike. The 7100 510 electric strike comes with mounting clips and adhesive shims to accommodate installation. Cut out the opening for the electric strike. Enlarge the holes using a template which should be provided with the electric strike kit you have purchased.

If not though you will need to cut out the mold in the wall and drill it in. An electric strike lock should be used on any door in which foot traffic needs to be carefully controlled or monitored. In terms of actual installation instructions kisi has a helpful video here of a standard electric strike install. As the door opens they slide higher up the ramp compressing them into the latch body.

Commercial uses of electric strike locks. To push the deadlatch and the latchbolt simultaneously into the latch body the no cut electric strike utilizes an internal ramp. Electric strike locks are opened from the inside by pressing a panic bar or other manual release device. When the door closes behind you it automatically returns to a locked position.

You may not be able to fit the new strike into the same space. Door security can be enhanced by installing an electric strike plate that replaces a traditional strike plate.