Usage
The Abloy EL566 modular multipoint solenoid lock is designed for securing medium to high-traffic solid doors in offices, storages, and technical rooms. It is ideal for access control on wooden or metal doors where enhanced security and mechanical override are required.
Advantages
- Three-point locking (one deadbolt and two hook bolts) increases door protection against forced entry.
- Outside handle controlled electrically; inside handle always enables free exit, enhancing safety compliance.
- Dual mode: configurable as fail-locked or fail-unlocked for tailored security needs.
- Integrated monitoring contacts allow connection to alarm or building management systems.
- Suits both fire-rated, emergency exit, and panic exit doors; some limitations with use in automated door systems may apply.
Specifications
- Design/Technology: Handle-controlled electromechanical multipoint lock with split spindle function; compatible with Europrofile cylinders; main lock plus two auxiliary hook bolts operated together by the outside handle.
Forend options: U-shaped (metal doors) or flat (wooden doors); available finishes include aluminum anodized silver and custom coatings[1][5].
- Durability/Certification: Certified to EN14846:2008 (electric locks), EN179:2008 (emergency exits), EN1125:2008 (panic exits); operational temperature range -20°C to +60°C[1][5]. Suitable for fire-rated installations.
- Latching Performance: Deadbolt throw of 20 mm; auxiliary hook bolt throw of up to 24 mm. Backset options from 55–100 mm. Input voltage range is DC12–24V (-10%/+15%), idle current max. ~0.13A at 12V (~0.065A at 24V)[1][3][5]. Door gap tolerance from 2–5.5 mm ensures tight fitting on various frames.
- Differentiators: Non-handed design suits both left- and right-opening doors without modification. Configurable monitoring outputs report bolt status, cylinder use, sabotage loop activity, and handle operations[1][3][4]. Always allows escape from inside regardless of electrical state or power failure thanks to mechanical override functionality.[1]
How it works
The Abloy EL566 operates by controlling the outside handle electrically via access control systems—when authorized power is supplied, pressing this handle retracts all bolts simultaneously for unlocking. The inside handle always provides immediate manual egress regardless of power supply or electronic configuration; key cylinder override remains available at all times.[1][3][4]