How to measure a Multi Point Door Lock
A tutorial on how to measure a multi point door lock, once you know what to measure this should be a simple task to complete.
UPVC Multi Point Door Lock Measuring Diagram[/caption]
A. Backset – The distance from the front of the faceplate to the centre of the euro hole cut out.
B. Centres – the distance from the centre of the spindle to the centre of the euro hole cut out.
C, D, E, F: Locking point distances – Measure the distance of each locking point to the centre of the spindle. Measurements are taken to the middle of the locking point but allow 5-10mm for accuracy and depending on weather the locking points are fully engaged.
Follow these steps to identify your multi point door lock:
1. Measure the multi point door lock using the diagram below 2. Look up a new Multipoint Door Lock lock to confirm it is the exact lock that you wish to replace.Measure a multi point door lock:
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UPVC Multi Point Door Lock Measuring Diagram[/caption]
A. Backset – The distance from the front of the faceplate to the centre of the euro hole cut out.
B. Centres – the distance from the centre of the spindle to the centre of the euro hole cut out.
C, D, E, F: Locking point distances – Measure the distance of each locking point to the centre of the spindle. Measurements are taken to the middle of the locking point but allow 5-10mm for accuracy and depending on weather the locking points are fully engaged.
Locking points:
Note which locking points your lock has and the order they are fixed to the strip, each type of locking point is shown below.
