Electric Strike
Electric Strike - A Reliable Manufacturer for Commercial Spaces: Secutor offers top-tier solutions to enhance security and performance in your commercial environment.
Our range of electric strike in Taiwan provides exceptional security and style for your doors. We offer a variety of electric strikes designed for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, each meticulously crafted for durability and reliability.
Fail-Secure Strike
During power outages, fail-secure strikes maintain their locked position, emphasizing security as the top priority.
Fail-Safe Strike
In the event of power loss, fail-safe strikes automatically unlock, focusing on safety and ensuring easy exit from the premises.
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Electric Strike Overview
An electric strike is an electromechanical access control device that replaces the traditional fixed strike plate in a door frame. It works in conjunction with a mechanical lock or panic hardware, allowing remote control of door access without modifying the existing locking mechanism. Electric strikes enhance security and convenience by enabling controlled access without the need for physical keys, while still maintaining the door's mechanical locking functionality for manual operation when necessary.
Fail-Secure vs. Fail-Safe
Electric strikes are classified into two main types based on their behavior during power loss: fail-secure and fail-safe. Fail-secure strikes remain locked when power is removed, prioritizing security, while fail-safe strikes unlock when power is lost, prioritizing safety and ease of egress. The choice between these types depends on several factors:
- Fail-secure strikes are typically used for most applications, including fire-rated doors as required by NFPA 80.
- Fail-safe strikes are used in specific situations where access is required upon fire alarm activation, such as stairwell re-entry doors.
- Building codes, emergency response requirements, and security needs influence the selection between fail-secure and fail-safe options.
- Both types generally allow free egress at all times, regardless of their fail state.
When specifying electric strikes, it’s crucial to consider the application’s security requirements, life safety implications, and relevant building codes to determine the appropriate fail state for each door in the access control system.
Compatible Lock Types
Electric strikes are compatible with a variety of lock types, allowing for flexible integration into existing door hardware systems. The most common locks used with strikes include:
- Cylindrical locks: These are widely used in residential and light commercial applications, offering easy installation and compatibility with many models.
- Mortise locks: Preferred for commercial and high-security applications, mortise locks provide robust security and work well with corresponding mortise strikes.
- Rim exit devices: Often used in emergency exits, these locks are compatible with surface-mounted rim strikes.
When selecting a lock to use with an strike, it’s crucial to consider factors such as the door type, security level required, and relevant building codes. Additionally, ensure that the chosen lock is compatible with the specific strike model in terms of voltage, current draw, and physical dimensions.
Electric Strike Configurations
Electric strikes are typically available in two configurations: normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC). The terms “normally open” and “normally closed” refer to the state of the electrical circuit controlling the strike, not the physical state of the door.
- Normally Open (NO): In this configuration, the strike remains locked when unpowered and unlocks when an electrical current is applied. This is also known as a “fail-secure” setup.
- Normally Closed (NC): Here, the strike remains unlocked when unpowered and locks when an electrical current is applied. This is referred to as a “fail-safe” configuration.
The choice between NO and NC depends on the specific security requirements and building codes. Fail-secure (NO) strikes are more common in general applications, while fail-safe (NC) strikes are often used in areas where free egress is critical during power failures or emergencies.
Electric Strike vs Maglock
Electric strikes and magnetic locks (maglocks) are two distinct types of electronic door locking mechanisms, each with unique characteristics:
- Operation: Electric strikes replace the fixed strike plate and work with existing mechanical locks, releasing the latch when activated. Maglocks use an electromagnet to bond a metal plate to the door frame, holding the door shut.
- Power requirements: Strikes typically require power only to unlock, remaining secure when unpowered (fail-secure), though some models can be configured as fail-safe. Maglocks need constant power to remain locked and are inherently fail-safe, unlocking when power is lost.
- Installation: Strikes integrate into the existing door frame and work with traditional locksets or panic hardware. Maglocks are usually surface-mounted on the door frame and door, requiring less modification to the door structure.
- Security: Strikes allow free egress from the inside at all times, while maglocks secure both sides of the door, potentially requiring additional egress devices to meet safety codes.
- Applications: Strikes are versatile and commonly used in various settings. Maglocks are often preferred for high-security areas or where fail-safe operation is required, such as emergency exits.
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