Electric Strike FAQs
What is Quik-Wire?
Are old-style electric strikes compatible with new Quik-Wire version accessories?
What if I still have some of the previous version products on a job site?
What is the buzzing noise when the electric strike is activated?
What ambient temperature range can my strike operate in?
Is there an intrinsically safe/explosion proof strike available?
Can I purchase repair parts for HES or Folger Adam strikes?
Can I send my HES or Folger Adam strike in for repair?
Can a Folger Adam strike be made Fail Safe or Fail Secure in the field?
Are HES electric strikes polarity sensitive?
Are any lubricants recommended for maintenance on HES electric strikes?
Can I use any type of entry control system with HES electric strikes?
Can I use HES electric strikes in double door applications?
How do I convert an old-style 12/24 VDC strike from 12V to 24V?
Can I use HES electric strikes for continuous duty?
Is it normal for HES electric strikes to heat up during continuous duty?
What do I do if the electric strike does not operate properly when the door is closed?
What do I do if monitoring generates improper indication (LBM, LBSM)?
What do I do if the electric strike operates intermittently?
What do I do if the electric strike is not re-locking or not unlocking?
How do I install the HES 1500/1600 Series Electric Strikes?
What is th difference between the LBM and LBSM?
Can the LBM act as a DPS?
Is the LBM/LBSM available as separate part?
Do HES strikes come with ElectroLynx connectors?
Why doesn't the HES strike work in freezing temperatures?
When does the electric strike start buzzing when it gets power?
What is preload?
I have an old HES strike with different wire colors than what is shown in the manual, how does it wire for 12 or 24 volts? The colors are white, blue, orange, and yellow.
Are the HES electric strike Complete Pacs available in different finishes?
Any HES strikes compatible with single tubular deadbolts?
Is the 1003 still available?
What is the cutout requirement for the 1006?
What is the minimum frame depth for the 1006?
Is the 1006 field selectable for fail safe/fail secure function?
Is the 1006 dual voltage?
Will the 1006 work with AC voltage?
Can the 1006 be set up to recapture and extended deadbolt?
What is the part number for 1006 replacement keeper shims?
Is it normal for the 1006 to be very hot?
Can the LBM/LBSM monitor a deadbolt?
Can the 1006 be used in the inactive leaf of a pair of doors?
What is the difference between the 1006CDB and 1006CAS?
What finish options are available for the 1006CAS?
Can the 1006 work with a Von Duprin mortise device?
What is the current draw of the 1006?
Will the 1006 work with rim style exit devices?
Are the DB option brackets available to purchase?
Are the CAS option faceplates and brackets available to purchase?
What 1006 faceplates are recommended for wood applications?
What offset when using the 1006 with Adams Rite deadlatches?
What are the 1006CS/1006CLB/1006CDB finish options?
Are there lip extensions for the 1006?
What is the solenoid resistance of 1006?
Is the 1006 fire rated?
What is the 1006 solenoid replacement part number?
Is the 1006 outdoor rated?
Is there a plate that covers the hole in the frame when a 1006 is removed?
Can I order 1006 replacement springs?
Does the 1006 have horizontal adjustment?
Does 1006 release under preload?
Is the 2001M compatible with 1006?
Does the 1006CS include faceplates?
What are the 1006CLB included faceplates?
What are the 1006CDB included faceplates?
Are 1006 A options available to order as a separate part number?
Will the HES 1006 electric strike work with the Hager 3800 series mortise lock?
Can I use an Astragal/latch guard for HES electric strikes?
Can the 1500 accommodate a deadbolt?
Is 1500 direct replacement for 4500C?
Can the 1500 run on AC voltage?
What is the recommended frame size for 1500?
What is the 1500-106-xxx?
What are the 1500C Complete pac finish options?
What is the 1500 cutout requirement from the face of the frame?
What is the difference between LM/DLM/LMS/DLMS?
Is the LM/DLM available as separate part?
What is the OPT-1LM/OPT-1DLM kit compatibility?
Are the LMS/DLMS available as separate part?
Are there lip extenstions for the 1500/1600?
Can I install a 1500/1600 in the inactive leaf of a pair of doors?
What is the current draw of the 1500/1600?
Is the 1500/1600 dual voltage?
What is the solenoid resistance of 1500/1600?
Is the 1500/1600 field selectable between fail safe/fail secure?
Is the 1500/1600 compatible with Adams Rite deadlatches?
Can the 1500/1600 install into wood frame/door?
What is the difference between 1500 and 1600?
Is the 1500/1600 fire rated?
Is the 1500/1600 outdoor rated?
What is the 1500/1600 solenoid replacement part number?
What is the 1500/1600 spring replacement part number?
Are the 1500/1600 compatible with rim exit devices?
Does the 1500/1600 have horizontal adjustment?
Does the 1500/1600 release under preload?
What is the DLM?
What is the LM?
What is difference between 1500C and 4500C?
How do I get mounting tabs for HES electric strikes?
How can I get Security/Torx screws for HES or Adams Rite electric strikes?
What is the recommended frame size for 1600?
Is a filler plate available for retrofitting 1600?
What are 1600CLB/1600CDB complete pack finish options?
Can the 1600 work with a single tubular deadbolt?
Is the 1600CDB compatible with the Adams Rite hook bolt deadlock?
What is the 1600 cutout requirement from the face of the frame?
What is the difference between 1600 and 1006 series?
Is the 310 series compatible with deadbolts?
Is the Folger Adams 310/700 series replacement solenoid available?
How can I order Folger Adams 310/700 series replacement parts?
What is the current draw of 310-2 series?
Is the 310-2 series dual voltage?
Is the 310-2 series compatible with AC voltage?
Is the 310-2 series compatible with 48VDC?
Is the 310-2 series field selectable for fail safe/fail secure?
Is the 310-2 series compatible with mortise locks?
Is the 310-2 series compatible with cylindrical locks?
Can I install s 310-2 series into inactive leaf of pair of doors?
How do I determine the mortise offset of 310-2-3/4 series?
Is the 310-2 series outdoor rated?
How do I install a 310-4 series into an inactive leaf of pair of doors?
Can the 310-4 series be installed into header?
310-4 series compatible with Adams Rite 8700/8800 exit device?
What is the current draw of the 310-4/310-4S series?
Is the 310-4/310-4S series dual voltage?
What is the difference between 310-4 and 310-4S series?
Is the 310-4/310-4S series compatible with AC voltage?
Is the 310-4/310-4S series field selectable for fail safe/fail secure?
Is the 310-4/310-4S series outdoor rated?
Is there an electric strike for CVR/SVR devices?
What is the difference between the 310-4-X series and 310-6-X series?
Is the 310-6-X series dual voltage?
Is the 310-6-X series compatible with AC voltage?
Is the 310-6-X series outdoor rated?
What is the current draw of 4500C?
Can the 4500C be used in the inactive leaf of a pair of doors?
Does the 4500C work with deadbolt locks?
Can the 4500C be installed into a wood door/frame?
Is the 4500C fire rated?
Is the 4500C field selectable for fail safe/fail secure?
Why is the 4500C stuck after changing to fail safe mode?
What are the 4500C complete pac finish options?
Are there 4500C replacement face plates?
Is there a 4500C replacement solenoid?
Are there 4500C replacement springs?
What is the recommend frame size for 4500C?
Is the 4500C compatible with Adams Rite deadlatches?
What is the 4500C cutout requirement in face of the frame?
Is the 4500C dual voltage?
Can the 4500C be used with AC voltage?
What is the 4500C offset requirement for mortise locks?
Which 4500C faceplate is used with mortise locks?
Which 4500C faceplate is used with cylindrical locks?
What is the 4500C solenoid resistance?
Is the 4500C outdoor rated?
How do I install the 4500C with a centerhung door?
How do I install the 4500C on Timely frame?
How do I insteall the 4500C on a door thicker than 1 3/4"?
Does the 4500C have horizontal adjustment?
Does the 4500C release under preload?
Is the 5000 outdoor rated?
What is the 5000 cutout requirement in the face of the frame?
What is the 5000 horizontal adjustment?
Is the 5000 available with LBSM switch monitor option?
Do you offer a intsallation jig for the HES 5000 electric strike?
What is the difference between 5000 and 5200?
What is the 5000/5200 solenoid resistance?
Is the 5000/5200 dual voltage?
Can the 5000/5200 accept 16VAC?
Will the 5000/5200 accept AC voltage?
Is the 5000/5200 compatible with mortise locks?
Is 5000/5200 compatible with Adams Rite deadlatches?
Current draw of 5000/5200?
Can the 5000/5200 be installed in a wooden frame/door?
What is the Difference between the 501 and 501A faceplates?
Can the 5000/5200 be installed into the inactive leaf of a pair of doors?
Is the 5000/5200 fire rated?
What are the 5000C/5200C complete pack finish options?
What faceplates are included with the 5000C/5200C complete pack?
What is the 5000/5200 replacement solenoid?
What are the 5000/5200 replacement springs?
Can I install the 5000/5200 with a centerhung door?
Can I install the 5000/5200 on a Timely frame?
5000/5200 installation on door thicker than 1 3/4"?
Does the 5000/5200 release under preload?
Is the 5700 still available?
Is the 5200 outdoor rated?
What is the 5200 cutout requirement in the face of the frame?
What is the 5200 horizontal adjustment?
How do I determine the mortise offset of 712-75/732-75 series?
What is the difference between 712 and 712-75?
What is the difference between 712 and 732?
Do any HES/Adams Rite/Securitron strikes release under preload?
What is the difference between fail safe/fail secure?
What should I do if the electric strike does not buzz?
Which electric strikes don't require any cutting in the face of the frame?
What is the difference between 732 and 732-75
Is the 712/732 series outdoor rated?
Is the 712/732 series dual voltage?
Is the 712/732 series compatible with AC?
Is the 712/732 field selectable for fail safe/fail secure?
What is the 7000 cutout requirement in the face of the frame?
Is a replacement available for the 7000?
Does the 7000 have horizontal adjustment?
Are replacement keeper shims available for the 7000?
What is the current draw of the 7000/7501?
Will the 7000/7501 work with AC voltage?
What is the difference between 7000/7501?
Does the 7000/7501 release under preload?
Are the 7000 and 7501 compatible with mortise locks?
Are the 7000 and 7501 field selectable for fail safe/fail secure?
Are the 7000 and 7501 compatible with rim exit devices?
Is a replacement solenoid available for the 7000 and 7501?
Are replacement springs available for the 7000 and 7501?
Can the 7000 and 7501 install into inactive leaf of pair of doors?
Is there a cover plate for the 7000 and 7501?
Are the 7000 and 7501 compatible with Adams Rite deadlatches?
What is the 7501 cutout requirement in the face of the frame?
Is the 5900 still available?
What is the current draw for the 8000 and 8300?
Do the 8000 and 8300 work with AC voltage?
Are the 8000 and 8300 dual voltage?
Are the 8000 and 8300 compatible with mortise locks?
Are the 8000 and 8300 compatible with Adams Rite deadlatches?
What if the 8000 and 8300 are binding/sticking when opening door?
Are the 8000 and 8300 field selectable for fail safe/fail secure?
What is the difference between the 8000 and 8300?
What is included with 8000C/8300C complete packs?
What is the difference between 801/801A faceplates?
What is the measurement of the extension on 801E?
What are the 8000C and 8300C complete pack finish options?
What is the solenoid resistance for the 8000 and 8300?
Is a replacement solenoid available for the 8000 or 8300?
Are replacement springs available for the 8000 or 8300?
What is the cutout requirement for the 8000 and 8300?
Are the 8000 and 8300 available with LBSM switch option?
Are the 8000 and 8300 outdoor rated?
Are the 8000 and 8300 fire rated?
Can the 8000 or 8300 install into inactive leaf of pair of doors?
Will 8000/8300 release under preload pressure?
What is the 8000/8300 strike depth?
What is the current draw of 8500?
What is the solenoid resistance of the 8500?
What is the 8500 lock compatible with?
What if the 8500 binding/sticking when opening door?
Is the 8500 compatible with Best mortise locks?
Is the 8500 compatible with Adams Rite deadlatches?
Is a replacement solenoid available for the 8500?
Are replacement springs available for the 8500?
What is the 8500 replacement deadlatch platform?
How does the 8500 work?
What is the 8500 deadlatch platform?
Is there an 8500 replacement latchbolt stabilizer for Schlage locks?
Is the 8500 dual voltage?
Is the 8500 compatible with AC voltage?
Will the 8500 release under preload?
What is the extended lip option for the 8500?
Can the 8500 install in the inactive leaf of a pair of doors?
What is the cutout requirement for 8500 series?
How to determine the 8500 vertical offset with lock body?
Is there a complete pack option for the 8500?
Is the 8500 outdoor rated?
Is the 8500 fire rated?
Is the 8500 field selectable for fail safe/fail secure?
Is the 9400/9500/9600/9700 cover available separately?
What is the difference between 9400/9500/9600/9700?
What is the exit device backset when using a 9400/9500/9600/9700?
Is there a shim plate for the 9400/9500/9600/9700?
What is the current draw of 9400/9500/9600/9700?
What is the solenoid resistance for the 9400/9500/9600/9700?
Is the 9400/9500/9600/9700 compatible with AC voltage?
Is the 9400/9500/9600/9700 dual voltage?
Are replacement solenoids available for the 9400/9500/9600/9700?
Are there replacement springs available for the 9400/9500/9600/9700?
Are the 9400/9500/9600/9700 field selectable for fail safe/fail secure?
What if the 9400/9500/9600/9700 are binding/sticking when opening door?
What if one keeper is staying locked for the 9400/9500/9600/9700?
Can the 9400/9500/9600/9700 release under preload?
Are the 9400/9500/9600/9700 compatible with Adams Rite 8700/8800?
Are the 9400/9500/9600/9700 compatible with cylindrical/mortise locks?
Can the 9400/9500/9600/9700 be installed on a double door application?
Can the 9400/9500/9600/9700 be installed in the header?
Is the 9700 compatible with rim exit devices with Pullman latchbolt?
What is the required cutting for 9400/9500/9600/9700?
Are the 9400/9500/9600/9700 outdoor rated?
Are the 9400/9500/9600/9700 fire rated?
Can the 9400/9500/9600/9700 be installed in wood frame?
What are the 9600 electric strike finish options?
9800 installation instructions?
Does the HES 9800 series strike have any monitor switch option available?
Does the HES 9800 require any cutting in the frame for installation?
Is the ES100 fail secure and/or fail safe?
What type of batteries does the ES100 use? And how long do they last?
What happens when the ES100 batteries run out?
How can I prolong battery life for the ES100?
How difficult is it to change the batteries for the ES100?
Is the ES100 Outdoor Rated?
Can the ES100 be mounted on an exterior opening?
How is the reader mounted for the ES100?
Is there a hardwired version of the ES100?
Is there a way to keep the ES100 reader illuminated at all times?
How long are the wires that connect the reader to the strike in the ES100?
Can I use any reader with any ES100 strike?
Is there a module replacement accessory like the 1500 and 1600?
What can interfere with the wireless transmission between the ES100 and hub?
Does the ES100 series work with the regular 1500 and 1600 series HES electric strikes?
Do you have a router jig for HES and Adams Rite electric strikes?
Is the 7000-SMB compatible with 9400/9500/9600/9700?
Why does the UnLatch not operate when the trigger wire is connected to +V?
Why will the UnLatch occasionally not operate?
Why does the UnLatch not re-secure when the door re-closes?
Why does the latch status sensing not function?
I would like to use the UnLatch and Mortise UnLatch on an upcoming project. What do I need to do to prepare the jam to accept these strikes?
I don't work with electric locks very often. How do I determine whether I need an UnLatch or a Mortise UnLatch?
We are considering using the UnLatch lock for an upcoming project with an access control system. One of the doors is going to be unlocked during business hours. Is the UnLatch rated for continuous operation?
What is the minimum wiring requirement for the UnLatch?
How far can I mount my power supply from the UnLatch lock?
What is the UNL/MUNL cutout requirement?
Is the UNL/MUNL dual voltage?
Is the UNL/MUNL compatible with AC voltage?
What is the UNL/MUNL current draw?
How do I wire UNL/MUNL with 2 wires?
Is the UNL compatible with Adams Rite deadlatches?
Is the MUNL compatible with Adams Rite deadlatches?
Is the UNL/MUNL field selectable for fail safe/fail secure?
What should I do if the UNL/MUNL is binding or getting stuck when operating?
How do I reset UNL/MUNL?
What should I do if the UNL/MUNL plunger is stuck?
Is the MISC-MK still available?
Is the UNL-12/UNL-24 still available in a US3 bright brass finish?
Which power supply does HES recommend?
Can I use A/C power with my electric strike?
How do I determine what size power supply is needed for my strike?