Rim Night Latch Locks

If the lock is fitted to the surface of the door, it is known as a Rim Night Latch.

You will require a rim release. This replaces the existing strike box (which is fitted to the frame)

Note:
Rim Locks are often called a Yale Locks, but this is not technically the correct name as Yale refers to a manufacturer.

Next, you need to decide on a suitable electric strike (lock release). There are basically 2 types.

• Rim Strike
• Surface Strike

Often this type of electric strike is used for door entry intercom systems and are 12V AC operation. This means they require 12V AC supply to operate the coil, which releases the keeper.

These are budget strikes and offer low security.

If you want a better quality strike to work with a rim night latch you could opt for either the Gianni ER350 or the Alpro AL150.

Both strikes require DC power and are stronger than the budget strikes.