Guide to BS EN 12209:2003 Digit-8

Guide to BS EN 12209:2003 [Digit 8]

BS EN 12209:2003 is the European standard covering mechanically operated locks, latches and locking plates. This standard covers requirements and test methods for all types of mechanical lock or latch including associated or separately supplied locking plates.

Digit 8 - Field of Door Application

15 grades of door application are identified below

Grade	Type	Application 1	Application 2	Application 3
A	Mortice	Unrestricted
B	Mortice	Hinged door
C	Mortice	Sliding door
D	Rim	Sliding door
E	Rim	Hinged door
F	Rim	Sliding door
G	Bored lock	Unrestricted
H	Mortice	Hinged door	Supported
J	Rim	Hinged door	Inwards
K	Mortice	Hinged door		Locked from Inside
L	Mortice	Sliding door		Locked from Inside
M	Rim	Hinged door		Locked from Inside
N	Rim	Sliding door		Locked from Inside
P	Mortice	Hinged door	Supported	Locked from Inside
R	Rim	Hinged door	Inwards	Locked from Inside