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Door Lock Replacement - What Are the Different Parts of a Door Lock?

Faulty door lock can make your home an easy to target for burglars. Changing your lock can be an inexpensive method to improve security without making your doors inaccessible.

A lot of locks come with a cardboard template that you can wrap around your door edge to ensure it will fit properly. This will prevent you from purchasing the wrong lock.

The Cylinder

The cylinder is the primary component of a mechanical door lock. It is made up of a set of spring-loaded pins that hold the door shut even when there is no key in the hole. When the key is inserted the knob's uneven edge the knob pushes the pins inside the cylinder back into their proper place. When the pins are place, they allow the bolt (also called the latch) to move forward, connecting to the door's interior.

The bolt extends out of the cylinder, and into the box, through a hole is made in the door frame. The box is designed to fit the bolt securely and ensure that it cannot be easily pulled open. A clip spring keeps the bolt in place when the door is closed. When you twist the handle the spindle is designed to rotate inside the cylinder. The slanted end retracts into the frame of the door once the spindle has completed its rotation. The bolt rests on the carved out part of the doorframe and keeps the door closed until you have to open it.

A faceplate is a steel plate that is attached to the inside of your door, on either side of the deadbolt hole. Its function is to protect the locking mechanism from damage caused by your knob's continual removal and insertion. Installing a new lock? Make sure that the faceplate is aligned with the hole on your door frame. Also, ensure that the faceplate is securely fastened to the plate as well as the bore of the latch.

When replacing a lock on a door, ensure that the deadbolt is correctly seated by sliding it into the opening of the strike plate. After that you can screw the strikeplate and the lock's core into the appropriate position. Be cautious not to over-tighten the screws, as this could damage the latch and prevent it from sitting in its groove properly. It's a good idea test your new lock by turning the key when it's locked. If you spot any issues, like loose latches or a loud deadbolt, it's time for you to replace your old one with a new lock.

The Faceplate

A faceplate is an oversized flat plate that attaches to the headstock of the lathe in order to support the workpiece. It has a variety of screw holes in it, through which the screw thread passes from the back and is inserted into the wood. Faceplates can accommodate various shapes but in general they need to be placed in a stable, fixed and balanced position that aren't simple tasks compared to ease of using the chuck.

A typical faceplate comes with many mounting holes, in this instance three placed at 120Adeg spacing to accept the screws used to mount the workpiece of FIG. 2. The screw holes can be machined either through an insert that can be interchanged or directly into the faceplate body. A portion between the faceplate is a stepped area that provides an index mark to identify a specific place on the workpiece blank.

The stepping area has been designed to resist abrasion so that the fastener won't harm the chisel that you use to cut it. The surface of the faceplate body has different properties than the surrounding region. Machining into this area warns the operator of impending contact with fasteners and gives them time to react.

Screws used to fix the faceplate must have a small amount of free space in the screw hole. There should be no space left behind the screw once it is tightened on the block of glue, as this can allow the block to shift during turning. A heavier gauge screw will also seat more securely in the faceplate. The screw should pass through the middle of the screw hole to avoid the possibility of a screw's head coming into contact with the workpiece.

The Strike Plate

The strike plate is one of the most important parts of your door lock. The strike plate keeps the bolt from sliding when you shut the front door. The strike plate can also help to strengthen the lock and stop intruders from breaking in by applying force against the latch and jamb.

A strike plate is a large metal plate that installs in the doorjamb (the vertical portion of the frame) with a hole that allows the latch or deadbolt to be able to pass through. When the cylinder turns and the bolt is pushed through the strike plate into the doorjamb while keeping it closed.

There are various kinds of strike plates to choose from, depending on your needs. If you require a strike plate to fit with your lock, it will be listed with the product information. Most strike plates are the same and can be used with standard latches and double glazing window locks repairs.

Standard strike plates are typically equipped with ovular screws and an "C"-shaped piece that functions as a washer. They are commonly used on doors with rounded corners. They are available in a variety sizes to fit your door.

You can enhance security by using a strike plate that has no lip that is designed for deadbolts. This is a great choice for areas where security needs to be accomplished quickly such as staircases. It's also a great option for protecting items or documents within your home.

Another option to improve the security of your door is by installing the box strike plate which adds strength and thickness to the strike plate. This makes it harder to gain entry through the latch or deadbolt and is often required for commercial doors with a security lock.

Spray a lock lubricant onto the strike plate if it is not aligned with the latch bolt. If this doesn't work, then you will need to adjust the strike plate by drilling new screw holes and widening the catch hole. Be cautious not to make many adjustments to the strike plate, since repeated and extreme modifications can weaken the plate until it's no longer efficient.

The Deadbolt

A deadbolt is a steel bolt that binds the door to the doorjamb frame. A deadbolt lock is different from a spring-latch that is found in doorknobs. Instead of being able to be tied with credit cards or using professional tools, such as latch slips, it can only be locked using the use of a key, thumb-turn or electronically. They are easier to use and require less maintenance. They also provide greater protection against forced entry methods like kick-ins.

The bolt is positioned from a socket in the doorjamb, which is reinforced by a strike plate to provide additional security. The bolt should be minimum of 1 inch in length to make it more difficult to take the door off. Also, you should select a deadbolt that has an ANSI rating, which shows how secure the lock is.

The strike plate also keeps the cylinder in place. Three holes should be drilled across the bolt. One of them connects the facepiece to cylinder, and the remaining two are on either side of the central hole. The screws are inserted in these holes to join the cylinder and bolt. The screws must be included with the new deadbolt. Some locks have decorative covers that snap onto the facepieces. Check the instructions supplied by the manufacturer to ensure they are properly installed.

When choosing the lock for your home take into consideration your lifestyle and the level of security you require. Single deadbolts with cylinders are the most traditional lock option and can be found on a variety of exterior doors. Keyless deadbolts are more secure however they can be difficult to operate. Smart deadbolts allow you to lock and unlock them by voice commands, or via an application on mobile devices.

A professional locksmith can assist you to decide which type of double glazed window lock repair is best for your home, and then install or replace window locks it. Upgrade your front door lock to improve the security of your home. To provide additional protection, consider adding a reversible or double glazing window lock replacement-cylinder deadbolt to the inside of your door, too.