Camden CX-ED1689L-4-BK Electric Strike with Latch Monitor Switch

Overview

The Camden CX-ED1689L-4-BK is a low-profile electric strike body engineered for single-door access control installations. This strike assembly integrates a latch monitor switch, providing real-time feedback on door latch status to your access control panel or monitoring system. The 12VDC operating voltage makes it compatible with standard low-voltage power supplies commonly deployed in security integration environments.

Designed for integrators and IT security teams managing networked access systems, the CX-ED1689L-4-BK delivers reliable electromechanical actuation with integrated status reporting. The compact, low-profile form factor allows installation in standard door frame configurations without requiring custom carpentry or frame modification.

Key Features

Single Door Capacity: Rated for one door per strike unit—standard configuration for individual entry points, secured offices, or server room access

Integrated Latch Monitor Switch: Built-in normally open/closed switch contacts report latch engagement to access control panel, enabling real-time door status verification

12VDC Operation: Direct compatibility with standard low-voltage DC power supplies, reducing infrastructure complexity and power management overhead

Low-Profile Design: Compact mounting footprint fits standard door frames without structural modification

Electric Strike Type: Solenoid-actuated mechanism provides controlled, repeatable door release timing

Access Control Integration: Latch monitor feedback integrates directly into door access logging and alarm reporting within security management software

Integration & Compatibility

The CX-ED1689L-4-BK integrates seamlessly into access control systems requiring door-level status monitoring. The latch monitor switch outputs standard dry contact closure signals compatible with:

Access control panels with door sensor input modules

Integrated access management systems with alarm/event logging

Networked security appliances supporting entry/exit monitoring

Standalone door controllers with latch verification inputs

The 12VDC requirement aligns with shared low-voltage infrastructure typical in multi-door, multi-reader deployments, eliminating the need for dedicated power conditioning per strike.

Ted Perry

Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

I evaluated the Camden CX-ED1689L-4-BK during a recent office access control retrofit, where latch feedback was a key requirement for audit compliance. The integrated monitor switch eliminates the need for separate magnetic door sensors, reducing wiring runs and hardware cost per door.

Technical Highlights:

Latch Monitoring: Built-in switch contact provides immediate notification if latch fails to engage after strike actuation—critical for detecting forced or compromised entry attempts
12VDC Power Efficiency: Low voltage operation reduces power supply sizing and allows consolidation with reader and controller power on a single regulated feed

Deployment Considerations:

Verify door frame thickness and strike pocket depth before ordering—low-profile strikes have less material tolerance than full-profile variants
Plan latch monitor wiring in parallel with strike solenoid feed to centralize power management at the panel

For single-door installations where status feedback is non-negotiable, the CX-ED1689L-4-BK eliminates sensor duplication and delivers straightforward electrical integration into any standard access control system.