Publish Time: 2021-07-28 Origin: D and D Hardware
European profile lock cylinders are the most popular type on the market. They usually have the same shape but differ in material, size, brand and especially in the type of key and locking mechanism. Lock cylinders offer security features such as anti-picking, anti-drilling, anti-shattering and anti-copying.
Quality and security are the most important factors in door locks, and the lock cylinder is the main part of the evaluation of the quality of the lock. To choose a quality and reliable lock cylinder, we need to know the following points.
1. What are the shapes of the European style lock cylinders?
2. How do I choose the length of the lock cylinder?
3. Selection according to the material of the lock cylinder and the accuracy of the internal structure
4. What are the functional requirements for choosing a lock cylinder according to the function of the door?
1. What are the shapes of the European style lock cylinders?
European lock body shapes include calabash shape and oval shape. You can know which shape you need by looking at the lock hole of a door lock or mortise lock.
2. How do I choose the length of the lock cylinder?
The thickness of the door determines the length of the lock cylinder.
Common lock cylinder total length calculation method = door thickness + height of door internal and exterior escutcheon cover + 5mm
3. Selection according to the material of the lock cylinder and the accuracy of the internal structure
A reliable lock can protect people safety and property. The brass lock cylinders are corrosion resistant, strong strength and high hardness.
The higher the number of pins in the cylinder and the more complex the internal structure, the higher the anti-opening rate and the higher the security. Brass lock cylinders from D and D HARDWARE have multiple pins and are EN1303 tested and suitable for all kinds of door applications.
4. What are the functional requirements for choosing a lock cylinder according to the function of the door?
Are lock cylinders installed on exterior door (such as main entrance door) or the interior door? They have different security functions.
Single Cylinder-Unlock/Lock by key from outside, Inside Lock/Unlock by thumb turn. When locked by inside thumb turn, outside can only unlock by key.
Bathroom Cylinder—No key, when locked by inside thumb turn, outside can unlock with certain tools (such as coins) when an emergency.
Double Cylinder-Unlock/Lock by key from inside or outside.
Half Cylinder-Suitable for doors that do not need to be locked indoors while require locking function outdoors. Application: classroom doors, smoke-proof doors, etc.
Choosing a reliable lock cylinder can extend the life of the door and lock. Choosing a lock cylinder with a precise structure, made of robust materials and not easily damaged will ensure the safety of the user's life and property. A high quality lock cylinder can extend the life of the door lock and reduce the frequency and consumption of replacement.
D&D HARDWARE lock cylinders have been tested to EN1303 100,000 cycles operational life, EN1634 fire rated 183mins and have different functional characteristics for doors in different public places such as public buildings, industrial premises, medical buildings and educational premises.
D and D HARDWARE can also provide complete solutions for doors with different functions and environments, bringing customers safe, convenient and reliable door hardware configuration solutions.
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