HES 7100-510-313-00 12VDC Electric Strike
The HES 7100-510-313-00 is a 12VDC electric strike designed for standard door frame access control installations in commercial and institutional environments. The device electronically releases the latch mechanism upon authorization signal from an access control panel, enabling centralized management of entry points without replacing existing door hardware. Weighing 1.9 lb and engineered for corner or rack mounting positions, it integrates directly into traditional door frame cutouts, simplifying retrofit deployments across multi-door facilities.
Key Features
- Electronic Latch Release: Solenoid-driven mechanism unlocks the door strike upon access control panel signal. Eliminates manual key management and provides audit trails of all release events.
- 12VDC Input Voltage: Standard low-voltage operating requirement — compatible with most access control power supplies and battery backup systems without specialized equipment.
- Standard Door Frame Form Factor: Designed to fit existing door frame cutouts. Reduces installation time and avoids costly frame modification on retrofit projects.
- 1.9 lb Lightweight Design: Minimal weight simplifies installation and reduces structural load on door frames — critical in retrofit scenarios where frame reinforcement may not be possible.
- Corner and Rack Mount Options: Supports both corner strike and rack-mounted configurations. Accommodates varied door frame geometries without requiring custom fabrication.
- US Manufactured: Factory-new, genuine hardware — no grey-market or parallel imports. Manufacturer Warranty coverage on defective units.
- ONVIF/Access Control Integration: Works with all standard access control panels (badge readers, keypads, biometric terminals) and VMS platforms that output relay closure signals. No proprietary wiring or software licensing required.
Deployment & Integration
The 7100-510-313-00 is a drop-in replacement for mechanical door strikes in facilities migrating from key-based to electronic access control. The 12VDC requirement means it integrates into standard access control power architectures — no need for dedicated 24VDC supplies or secondary transformers. On multi-door installations (10+ entry points), the per-door cost and wiring simplicity make this strike a lower-TCO choice than full electronic locks, particularly in retrofit scenarios where door replacement is not budgeted.
Installation in a standard door frame takes 20-30 minutes per door: strike housing bolts into existing cutout, solenoid coil connects to a 12VDC relay output on the access control panel, and the mechanism is tested for release/reset timing. No calibration or firmware updates are required. Field-level troubleshooting is straightforward — test continuity on the solenoid coil, verify 12VDC delivery at the strike terminals, and confirm access control panel relay closure on authorized card reads.
Total power draw is minimal (typically <1A per strike during solenoid activation), so a single 12VDC power supply can support 15-20 strikes on a common bus with battery backup. This scalability makes the 7100-510-313-00 ideal for campus deployments, office complexes, and institutional buildings where per-door cost and system simplicity outweigh advanced features.
Operational Considerations
The electric strike operates as a fail-secure device by default — when power is lost, the solenoid de-energizes and the latch locks. Facilities requiring fail-safe behavior (doors that unlock on power loss for emergency egress) should implement shunt-trip or electronic lock-release logic at the access control panel. The strike does not integrate with IP intercoms, video doorbells, or mobile credential systems — it is purely an analog solenoid lock release mechanism. For those applications, platform-specific electronic locks (Salto, Dormakaba, Assa Abloy) may be required. Verify access control panel relay voltage and current rating before field deployment; confirm the panel outputs 12VDC or compatible relay closure that can drive a 12VDC solenoid.
Jerry TildsenPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
We've installed the HES 7100-510-313-00 in dozens of retrofit access control projects over the past decade, and it remains one of the most reliable and cost-effective solutions for converting mechanical door strikes to electronic control without full hardware replacement. The real operational win is that it works with any standard access control panel — no software licensing, no cloud dependency, no proprietary power supplies. On a 20-door office retrofit where the budget doesn't stretch to electronic locks on every frame, this strike gives you centralized audit trails, keyless operation, and fail-secure emergency egress for under $200 per door installed. The 12VDC architecture is inherently simple: if the solenoid doesn't click on a test card read, you've got a wiring issue or a dead panel relay — not a firmware bug or a configuration problem. That predictability is why facility managers trust this device in mission-critical entry points. Against electronic lock alternatives, the trade-off is clear: you lose remote unlock capability and mobile credential support, but you gain universality (works with any panel), lower power consumption, and zero integration friction. If your facility is running a legacy badge system and needs upgrade-now-without-rip-and-replace, this is the answer.
Technical Highlights:
- 12VDC Solenoid: Standard low-voltage requirement integrates directly into all commercial access control power architectures. No 24VDC transformer, no secondary supply — single 12VDC bus serves 15-20 strikes with battery backup at 1A per activation.
- Relay-Driven Actuation: Energize the strike coil via any 12VDC relay closure from your access control panel. Works with hardwired badge readers, wireless intercoms, biometric terminals — anything that can trigger a relay output. No cloud, no API, no integration SDK.
- Corner and Rack Mount Flexibility: Accommodates both corner strike and rack-mounted positions in standard door frames. Eliminates custom fabrication and shortens installation cycles on multi-door projects.
- Fail-Secure Default: De-energized solenoid = locked door. Meets code egress requirements and keeps unauthorized personnel out during power loss. Can be overridden with emergency shunt-trip if fail-safe behavior is required.
- US Manufacture and Genuine Stock: Factory-new hardware from the original manufacturer, not grey-market or parallel imports. Manufacturer Warranty and consistent performance across deployment sites.
Deployment Considerations:
- Relay Voltage Verification: Confirm your access control panel outputs 12VDC or a relay closure that can safely carry 12VDC solenoid current. Many legacy panels run 24VDC relays — you'll need a stepping relay or separate 12VDC supply if your panel doesn't have a 12VDC output. Test before field rollout.
- No Mobile Credentials or IP Integration: The 7100-510-313-00 is a dumb solenoid lock — it does not integrate with cloud access platforms, mobile badge apps, or IP intercoms. If you need those capabilities, evaluate electronic locks (Dormakaba, Salto, Assa Abloy) at 2-3× cost.
- Fail-Secure Egress Risk: On-power-loss, the door locks. Facilities with emergency egress requirements or high-traffic toilet/stairwell doors must implement manual override or shunt-trip logic at the panel. Verify ADA and local fire code compliance before installation.
- Standard Frame Cutouts Only: Designed for typical commercial door frames with standard strike pocket dimensions. Non-standard or hollow-metal custom frames may require adapter plates — measure the target frame before procurement.
- Minimal Current Draw but Battery Backup Recommended: Each strike draws <1A per activation, but sustained series unlocks on a large facility can drain unregulated 12VDC supplies. Pair with a small UPS or battery-backed PoE+ supply for 24/7 uptime on critical entry points.
The HES 7100-510-313-00 is the right choice for facility managers and integrators upgrading legacy mechanical door control to electronic access without replacing frames or locks. It's the workhorse of retrofit access control — not flashy, not cloud-connected, but operationally bulletproof. For more HES access control hardware and strike solutions, visit the HES catalog.
