You've probably been using the same mortice deadlock for years, and never really thought about how it works. But it's a simple thing really. The lock uses the key to open and close the door, just like a normal door. Mortice deadlocks have been around for centuries, and are now widely used by businesses, homes, and public places for security.
The mortice sash lock or deadlock is a type of lock which was invented in the 1860s and is usually used in pairs on doors in buildings. The locks use a pin tumbler which works with a variety of different keys. The locks are usually held in place using an escutcheon fitted over the outside of the door which covers the hole for the lock.
A mortice deadlock works through the use of a spindle. This is known as a spindle lock. The spindle will be placed inside an aperture which can be found on the door frame, or side frame and will also pass through a hole in the lock itself.
A mortice deadlock is a very effective way to keep your home/business secure. This lock is very similar to a standard lock on the outside, but it has an extra mechanism that makes it much more secure.
Mortice sash lock works using a rotating bolt. Made primarily to secure windows with the windows shut, the bolt is activated when the handle is turned. This causes the barrel of the lock to rotate which in turn pushes a wedge out against the fixed part of the lock. There is one fixed side and one moving side. The moving side has a rotating plate that rotates on a pin inside the barrel pushing up against it to turn it in line with its movement. This then releases the catch so you can move your window or door handle.
How A Mortice Deadlock Works
Mortice locks and deadbolts are used to secure the doors of your home. The most popular type of mortice lock is the deadbolt which has an internal locking mechanism that prevents it from being opened until it is unlocked by a key, special pick, or another tool.
Deadbolts work by using a rotating bolt that is pushed into the door frame when locked and retracted when unlocked. When the bolt is retracted inside the door, it prevents the door from opening. The bolt's position can be changed manually or automatically by using a key, skeleton key, or special pick.
The primary purpose of a mortise deadbolt is to prevent unauthorized access through your home's entry doors. A secondary goal may be to prevent forced entry through windows, sliding glass doors, and other openings in your home's exterior walls.
How To Install A Mortice Sash Lock
Mortice sash locks are a great way to secure your window. They fit into the groove that runs along the edge of the window frame and is secured by a locking mechanism.
The Mortice Sash Lock is available in a variety of sizes, but for most applications, you will want to use a 30mm lock.
If you have an existing mortice sash lock that needs replacing then follow these steps to install it:
Step 1 – Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screws securing the old mortice sash lock to the frame and remove it from the house.
Step 2 – Take the new mortice sash lockout of its packaging and slide it into place in between your window frame and jamb. Make sure that the keyhole on top faces outward so that you can open it with your keys. If this is not possible then use another screwdriver to gently tap the keyhole faceplate until it aligns correctly with its hole within the jamb.
Step 3 – Next, remove screws from the top panel of the frame (this will expose where we will be installing our new lock).
Step 4- Install new lock by attaching backplate first then holding onto handle while pushing down on a plate to secure it in place.
Step 5- Attach handle onto backplate by lining up two holes on backplate with two holes affixed onto handle and screw together with provided screws.
