Euro Cylinders with Integrated Micro-Switches for Intrusion Detection
Engineering Overview: Technical guide on Euro profile cylinders with embedded microswitches for burglar alarm shunting and electronic deadbolt status monitoring.
Technical & Engineering Specifications
| Function | Alarm System Shunting & Deadbolt Monitoring |
|---|---|
| Standard | EN 50131 Intrusion Alarm Systems |
| Integration | Integrated Gold-Contact Microswitch |
| Contact Rating | 30V DC / 100mA Low-Current Signal |
| Cylinder Standard | Euro Profile DIN 18252 |
Electro-Mechanical Alarm Shunting
Switch-Monitored Euro Cylinders integrate precision electrical microswitches into the cylinder body to monitor mechanical deadbolt status.
Alarm System Interfacing
- Cam Detection Contact: As the key rotates the cam, an internal miniature gold-contact microswitch is activated.
- Signal Integration: Sends dry-contact signals (NO/NC) to building alarm systems to disarm intrusion detection before the door opens, preventing false alarm dispatches.
Frequently Asked Engineering & Selection Questions
Q1: Why are microswitches built into lock cylinders?
To signal burglar alarm systems when an authorized key unlocks the door, disarming the alarm before entry to prevent false sirens.