Electric Strikes
Versatile Access Control Locking for Any Door Type
Replace the standard strike plate in the door frame to enable remote unlocking while maintaining the door’s original appearance. Available in fail-safe and fail-secure, standard and narrow-frame types.
- Fail-safe and fail-secure configurations
- Standard and narrow-frame types
- 1000 kg holding strength
- 12V DC and 12V AC/DC options
- Stainless steel keeper, hardened body
- Minimal door modification — retrofit-friendly
Fail-Safe vs. Fail-Secure
Fail-Safe (Power-to-Lock)
Locked when power is applied. Unlocked when power is removed. Doors release automatically during power failure. Use for emergency exits, fire-rated doors, and code-required automatic release.
Fail-Secure (Power-to-Unlock)
Locked when power is removed. Unlocked when power is applied. Doors remain locked during power failure. Use for server rooms, storage areas, secure offices.
Product Range
Standard Electric Strikes
| Model | Type | Voltage | Frame Compatibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| ES-01 | Fail-secure | 12V DC | Standard wood/metal frames |
| ES-02 | Fail-safe | 12V DC | Standard wood/metal frames |
| ES-03 | Fail-secure | 12V AC/DC | Standard wood/metal frames |
| ES-04 | Fail-safe | 12V AC/DC | Standard wood/metal frames |
Narrow-Type Electric Strikes
| Model | Type | Voltage | Frame Compatibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| ES-11N | Fail-secure | 12V DC | Narrow aluminum frames |
| ES-12N | Fail-safe | 12V DC | Narrow aluminum frames |
Specifications (ES-01 Standard Fail-Secure)
| Operating Mode | Fail-secure (power-to-unlock) |
|---|---|
| Operating Voltage | 12V DC |
| Current Draw | 300 mA |
| Holding Strength | 1000 kg |
| Duty Cycle | Continuous |
| Body Material | Zinc alloy, hardened steel keeper |
| Faceplate | Stainless steel |
| Faceplate Dimensions | 117 x 28 mm |
| Cut-Out Dimensions | 85 x 25 x 32 mm |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +50°C |
| Certification | ISO 9001:2015 · ISO 14001:2015 · ISO 45001:2018 |
Selection Guide
| Criteria | Recommended Model |
|---|---|
| Standard wood/metal door, security priority | ES-01 (fail-secure) |
| Standard door, fire exit or emergency route | ES-02 (fail-safe) |
| AC power available, standard door | ES-03 or ES-04 |
| Narrow aluminum frame, security priority | ES-11N (fail-secure) |
| Narrow aluminum frame, emergency route | ES-12N (fail-safe) |
Applications
Commercial Offices
Employees badge in, the strike releases. After hours, the mechanical lock provides backup security.
Apartment Common Doors
Fail-safe strikes on lobby and stairwell doors. Unlock via intercom, card, or app. All strikes de-energize during fire events.
Retrofit Installations
Replaces standard strike plate. No door leaf modification, no new holes. Mechanical lock continues functioning normally.
Intercom Integration
Video intercom systems trigger strike release for visitor entry after on-screen verification.
Multi-Door Access Control
Networked access control systems release strikes at each door upon valid credential presentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Some models offer switchable configurations. Contact our team with your model number to confirm. Selecting the correct model at purchase time is recommended.
An electromagnetic lock mounts on the door surface and requires continuous power (fail-safe only). An electric strike replaces the frame strike plate and works with the existing mechanical lock. Strikes are available in both fail-safe and fail-secure.
Yes. Commonly used with panic hardware on fire exit doors. The panic bar allows free egress from inside, while the electric strike controls entry from outside.
In fail-safe mode, the door unlocks (emergency egress). In fail-secure mode, the door remains locked (security). The mechanical key lock provides manual override in both cases.
Yes. The ES-11N and ES-12N are specifically designed for narrow aluminum frame profiles commonly used in storefront, curtain wall, and aluminum door systems.
Get Started
Specify fail-safe or fail-secure, frame type, and project quantity.
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