1930 BS3621:2007 High Security Nightlatch

Nightlatches are a common locking product found mainly on residential front doors. They ordinarily feature a single sprung latch locking point which engages automatically when the door is shut, securing the property.

ERA 1930 British Standard High Security nightlatches offer insurance rated security where a BS mortice lock cannot be fitted or where additional security is required. These Era nightlatches are kitemarked to BS3621:2007 and have been approved by ‘Secured by Design’. The nightlatch comes with a 6 pin cylinder with 3 keys and a security escutcheon with finger pull.

This nightlatch conforms to British Standard, meaning it satisfies the requirements of the relevant standard pertaining to security. This standard will either be, BS 3261 (for key operated egress) BS 8621 (For keyless egress) or BS 10621 (For keyless egress which can be disabled by a positive action from outside). As well as ensuring a tested resistance to attack, British Standard products are often needed to satisfy the requirements of an insurers policy stipulations. These stipulations vary, and consideration should be given to the requirements of the specific application.

Latch automatically deadlocks on closing the door and the internal handle can be locked for increased security. Key operation from outside and small lever handle operates the latch from inside.