HES 1600-612-DLM Electric Strike Body Only with Dual Lock Monitors
When you're retrofitting access control into existing frames or replacing failed strike bodies without tearing out the entire installation, a field-serviceable body-only electric strike becomes essential. The HES 1600-612-DLM delivers a complete strike mechanism with dual lock monitor contacts built in, allowing you to maintain positive door position feedback without running additional wiring or installing separate sensors. This configuration supports installations where you need to differentiate between latch position and bolt engagement for higher security zones or fire life safety compliance.
Key Features
- Body-only configuration allows replacement without disturbing existing frame prep or faceplate installation
- Dual independent lock monitor contacts provide separate status signals for latch and bolt position
- Compatible with HES 1600 series faceplates and trims for flexible frame integration
- Field-replaceable design reduces service calls and minimizes door downtime during maintenance
- Monitor contacts support both normally open and normally closed wiring configurations
- Heavy-duty construction withstands high-cycle commercial applications
- Standard voltage operation integrates with common access control power supplies
- Suitable for wood, hollow metal, and aluminum frame installations when paired with appropriate faceplate
The dual monitor functionality addresses a common challenge in high-security and life safety applications where you need granular insight into locking hardware status. Rather than a single door position switch, you get discrete signals indicating whether the strike keeper is engaged and whether the latchbolt is properly secured. This level of detail supports forced door alarms, door-ajar notifications, and compliance with fire code requirements for monitored egress paths. The separate contacts also simplify troubleshooting when you're diagnosing intermittent locking issues or verifying proper mortise lock alignment.
Body-only strikes like the 1600-612-DLM are particularly valuable for service contractors managing aging access control systems. When a strike mechanism fails but the frame prep and faceplate remain sound, you can swap the body in minutes instead of cutting new pockets or patching frames. This modularity reduces material costs, speeds up emergency repairs, and gives you flexibility to upgrade monitoring capabilities on existing hardware without complete door replacement. The HES 1600 platform's longevity means replacement bodies remain available even for installations that are years or decades old.
