Asec Security have launched a new range of mortice locks that are CE marked and conform to EN 12209, these European contract modular lockcase’s all have the same dimensions which allows for easy installation and lock interchangeability.

But what are Din Locks and where can they be used?

Asec Din Bathroom Lock

Asec Din Dead Lock

Asec Din Latch Case

Asec Din Sash Lock

DIN standard locks will be most commonly found within public building that are required to comply with DDA (Disability Discrimination Act) requirements.  DIN is the German Institute for Standardization, locks that conform to this standard will have similar dimension, such as backset and forend height, which are set at 60mm backset and 235mm forend length.  These standard measurements specify the location of door handles and key holes, as set out by the DDA.

The new range of Asec DIN Lockcases have these measurements

Case Depth – 93mm
Backset – 60mm
Case Height – 165mm
Centres – 72mm
Forend Length -235 mm
Forend Width – 20mm

For a low cost lock, the Asec DIN Lock cases really do come with lot of great features

• Silver Powder Coating for good corrosion resistance
• Latch bolt with roller bearing for smooth quiet movement
• 5 year guarantee
• Can be fitted to 1/2 hour and 1 hour fire doors
• CE marked
• Conforms to EN 12209 standards

So if you require some good quality DIN standard door locks, look no further!