Tom Suddard
Tom Suddard GRM+ Memberand Publisher
9/10/24 12:58 p.m.

Long story short, here's what I have:

And here's the sort of thing I want:

SCHLAGE Sense Smart Deadbolt with Century Trim in Satin Nickel (BE479 CEN  619) - Amazon.com

 

Somehow, though, my Google-fu is failing me and I can't seem to find a keypad type lock for a commercial door. I've found a few centralized systems that cost $$$$$ and seem aimed at companies with 1000 doors to secure, but I'm just looking for a basic keypad deadbolt that fits this type of door.

Can anybody help? Any idea what this type of door/type of lock is called? Suggestions? I'd really appreciate any help you can offer, as I know absolutely nothing about doors.

Thanks!

Stampie
Stampie GRM+ Memberand MegaDork
9/10/24 1:02 p.m.

In reply to Tom Suddard :

I think we all know someone that's a subject matter expert.  Surely Toyman will be along.

SV reX
SV reX MegaDork
9/10/24 1:08 p.m.

It's called a mortise lock. I don't think the dimensions are standardized. 
 

Yeah, commercial lock sets are pricey.  Can you add a new bore through the door with a standard residential deadbolt?

It appears to be an aluminum storefront system.  These are usually installed by glass guys (including the mortise lock).  Maybe a call to your local glass supplier or locksmith?

SV reX
SV reX MegaDork
9/10/24 1:11 p.m.

You may want to consider a mag lock at the top of the door. 
 

Here's a search that might help:

Storefront mortise locks

Mr_Asa
Mr_Asa MegaDork
9/10/24 1:13 p.m.

There may be a manufacturer tag somewhere on the door or storefront (look in the door jamb) and if it has the type of storefront used you can search for the lock systems compatible with that door/storefront. 

Toyman!
Toyman! GRM+ Memberand MegaDork
9/10/24 1:24 p.m.

You need an Alarm Lock DL1200/10B1 or similar. 

https://www.alarmlock.com/products/narrow-stile/

You will also need an Adams Rite 4510 deadlatch if you want it to close and lock every time. 

https://www.adamsrite.com/en/products/deadlatches/4510-standard-duty-deadlatch

Edit to add:

Lockey also makes mechanical keylocks that are a fair amount less expensive if you just want to unlock the door. My only issue with them is many of their locks lack a key override. Make sure you have an alternate door that you can open with a key if the keypad lock fails. You are also limited to one code for everyone. 

 

Toyman!
Toyman! GRM+ Memberand MegaDork
9/10/24 1:41 p.m.

Just as an add, the Alarm Lock is what I sell. They are not super cheap but they are durable and well built. They will hold 100 codes so if you need to delete a code when an employee moves on, you don't have to reset all of the codes. They also have versions that use proximity readers for key fobs or cards if you want to go that route. 

Adams Rite is the #1 manufacturer of storefront locking hardware. That is probably what is in the door now. 

You can install this stuff yourself. It's not difficult to drill a couple of holes where they belong. 

The Lockey stuff I do not sell. They are a known brand but where the Alarm Lock stuff is Grade 1, Lockey is Grade 2. It will probably be fine for the amount of traffic you will see. Make sure you get one with key override if you don't have a back door you can get in.

 

 

SV reX
SV reX MegaDork
9/10/24 2:15 p.m.

In reply to Toyman! :

Is one of your suggestions a plug and play?

I think we have both suggested drilling the door. I'm not sure if Tom's space is a rental space (he might not be able to drill the door)

Tom Suddard
Tom Suddard GRM+ Memberand Publisher
9/10/24 2:26 p.m.

Thanks for the suggestions--this is exactly what I was looking for. I love this forum!

I own the building, so drilling and modifications are fair game as long as it still looks roughly like a storefront door (warehouse condo with association rules). This at least gives me something to go and research.

Thanks!

Toyman!
Toyman! GRM+ Memberand MegaDork
9/10/24 2:32 p.m.

In reply to SV reX :

Most of them require drilling. Most rental spaces don't mind as long as the lock is left in place when the tenant moves.

My current space has a card access system that I installed. I'll end up leaving it here when I leave. 

 

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