A new lock for the gate may be needed in several cases. Firstly, if you lost the keys to the old, and secondly, if a robbery occurred. And perhaps the reason is simple - you just installed a new gate. The wicket is similar in design to an ordinary iron door. And the castle for her is selected according to the same principles. The only thing that needs to be taken into account is that constipation must fulfill its functions, regardless of atmospheric influences and weather conditions. After all, gates are street structures. In this case, the mortise lock for the gate and the padlock are also suitable. The most important thing is that it is in a dense and strong metal case that protects from moisture.
Choose a lock for the gate you need to carefully and meticulously. After all, the security of the entire site and home depends on this. It should be noted right away which devices are best avoided. Do not buy padlocks and rack locks. They are considered the most easily opened and unreliable. It takes less than a couple of seconds for an attacker to open a gate equipped with such locks. Mechanisms with a cylinder, or those that are unlocked with a Phillips key, are not too safe. Naturally, it is better not to use homemade locks. All of the above options are not worth buying.
But there are also models that are worthy of your attention.
The mortise lock for the gate is built into one of the wings tightly. It is mounted using the front plate, it also serves as a guide for the bolt. This part must be attached to the housing of the locking device as securely as possible. And the thickness of the faceplate, ideally at least 2.5 millimeters. Only in this case the lock model will be considered durable and reliable.
Many choose overhead locks. Their design is similar to mortise. Just set the mechanism on the inside of the gate. If you decide to purchase such a model, then see how it opens. The desired reliability will give only the lock that unlocks with a key.
If you choose a mortise or patch gate lock, look at the design of the bolt. There are two options - a rectangular metal bar or several cylindrical rods. Ideally, you need to choose the second. This option is recognized as more reliable.
Consumers respond well to flat-sulphate locks. They are distinguished by a special design, which can not be cut or opened with a master key. If you have such a model, then you can not be afraid of intruders.
There is another option - to install a magnetic lock on the gate. What is the principle of its action? The lock is under the influence of voltage from the network, its metal parts are attracted, as a result of which they keep the door closed. When the power turns off, you can enter the room. To open which
locking device, a force of several hundred kilograms is needed. And even if the attackers turn off the power supply, this will not help them if you equip the lock with an uninterrupted power supply in advance. Such a magnetic device can be remotely controlled. The second option is communication with
a magnetic card reader or intercom.
When choosing a locking device, think not about saving, but about security.