HOW TO MEASURE A MULTIPOINT DOOR LOCK

STEP 1 : NOTE THE MANUFACTURER

Look along the length of the lock faceplate for a manufacturer’s stamp. If one is visible, note the name of the manufacturer.

STEP 2 : MATCH THE MECHANISM

Looking at the central mechanism, note which of the following configurations matches that of your current lock.

STEP 3 : LOOK AT THE SECONDARY MECHANISMS

Go along the lock faceplate and make a note of the numbers and types of secondary mechanisms.

STEP 4 : MEASURE

Measure the handle/spindle centre and backset as illustrated.
A: Handle/spindle centre Taken from the centre of the keyhole to the centre of the handle/spindle. In this example, there are two possible spindle points.
B: Backset The distance from the middle of the spindles to the front face of the lock.

STEP 5 : MEASURE FROM THE SPINDLE

The final step is to measure from the spindle centre to each of the secondary locking points. In the example below there are four - two hooks and two rollers.
A: Spindle centre to top hook Taken from the centre of the handle/spindle to the first secondary top locking mechanism.
B: Spindle to top roller Taken from the centre of the handle/spindle to the second secondary top locking mechanism.
C: Spindle to bottom hook Taken from the centre of the handle/spindle to the first secondary bottom locking mechanism.
D: Spindle to bottom roller Taken from the centre of the handle/spindle to the second secondary bottom locking mechanism.
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June 9, 2020 | View: 6885 | Categories: How To Guides | By: <a class="mp-info" href="https://www.upvcmaintenance.co.uk/blog/author/admin.html">Admin</a>