Guide To Buying A Euro Cylinder
A euro cylinder forms an integral part of many types of locks
including multi-point locks used on PVCu doors and some mortice locks
used on timber doors. Euro cylinders can be easily replaced and
changing the cylinder is an easy way to 'change the locks'. Before you
buy, you need to ensure you know what type, size and security of
cylinder you require.
Type
There are three basic types of euro cylinder
- Single Cylinder - euro profile single cylinders offer key access from one side only
- Double Cylinder - euro profile double cylinders offer key access from both sides of the door
- Double Cylinder with Thumbturn - euro profile thumbturn cylinders
offer key access from one side and a thumbturn from the other side of
the door.
Measuring Euro Profile Cylinders
Euro Cylinders are measured in two halves from either side of the cylinder's 10mm centre section.
- For Thumbturn Cylinders, the first measurement is of the side with the thumbturn.
- Cylinders should be fitted so that they are flush with door furniture, particularly on the outside of the door.
Security
In the UK cylinders are rated against the British Standard BS EN
1303, it is recommended when selecting a cylinder you choose the highest
rating available. Graded from 1 to 5, the standard rates cylinders on
level of security, safety, corrosion resistance, durability and category
of use. CEN rating one is the lowest grade available. Yale UK
currently offer a choice of both CEN grade 3 and 5 rated cylinders for
you to choose from.
Single Cylinder Double Euro Cylinder Euro Thumbturn Cylinder
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