An electronic drop bolt lock is a type of mortice lock that uses an electric solenoid to extend and retract a bolt, providing a secure locking mechanism for doors. It’s particularly useful for double-action doors and situations where traditional electromagnetic locks are not suitable. These locks can be configured for fail-safe or fail-secure operation, meaning they can either unlock or remain locked in the event of a power failure.

Functionality:

Electric Solenoid:

The core of an electronic drop bolt lock is a solenoid, which is an electromagnet that, when energized, pulls in a bolt to lock the door.

• Fail-Safe vs. Fail-Secure:

• • Fail-Safe: In this mode, the lock unlocks when power is lost.
  • Fail-Secure: In this mode, the lock remains locked even if power is lost.

Double-Action Doors:

They are well-suited for double-action doors (doors that swing in either direction) because the bolt can be retracted in either direction.

Access Control Integration:

These locks can be easily integrated with access control systems like card readers, biometric scanners, and keypads to provide an added layer of security.

Holding Force:

Electric drop bolts typically offer a stronger holding force than electromagnetic locks, making them suitable for high-security applications.

Door Swing Direction:

They can accommodate doors that swing in both directions, unlike electromagnetic locks that are generally limited to one-way swing.