Description
Ingenious Duplex Multipoint Door Lock Overview
The Ingenious Duplex multipoint door lock is designed for enhanced security and durability, featuring a robust configuration of 2 rollers, 5 hooks, and 1 latch. This lock is ideal for both UPVC and aluminium doors, ensuring a reliable locking mechanism that stands the test of time.
Identifying Your Ingenious Lock
Identifying an Ingenious lock is straightforward. Look for the brand stamped on the faceplate, and check for the Secured By Design logo. If the lock is still installed, a small black snib below the latch can help confirm its authenticity. However, be aware that other brands like ERA and Kenrick may also have similar features.
For the most accurate identification, we recommend removing the lock from the door, especially if the brand is not visible or if it has been rebranded.
Key Features and Specifications
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Gearbox Design: Ingenious gearboxes have a unique double spindle arrangement with centers at 62mm and 92mm. Both followers are unsprung, so using sprung door furniture is advisable. The top corner of the gearbox is cut out for easy installation.
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Dimensions: The overall height of the lock is 230mm, secured with three screw holes. The distance between the top and middle screw holes is 110mm, while the middle to bottom measures 108mm. The hook and latch are both 30mm high, with a distance of 75mm between them.
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Backset Measurement: When measuring the backset, remember to allow 2-3mm for the faceplate. For instance, a 35mm backset gearbox will measure 32mm when not fixed to the strip.
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Locking Mechanism: Ingenious locks feature a small plastic snib on the faceplate, allowing the latch to be held back for convenience and to prevent accidental lockouts.
Types of Hooks
Ingenious locks come with different hook arrangements:
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Standard Hook: Typically throws upwards, regardless of its position on the door.
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Duplex Hook: Offers higher security with a pair of cast zinc hooks that throw towards each other, resembling crab claws. The Duplex locks have a larger hook case, which may require enlarging the routing on the door if upgrading.
Rollers and Security
Rollers are essential for compression, pulling the door against the frame to prevent dust and water ingress. While they do not significantly enhance security, they help prevent warping by supporting the door's full height. Rollers are adjustable by 1-2mm for optimal weather sealing.
Operation Instructions
To lock the door:
- Close the door to engage the latch automatically.
- Lift the handle to engage the locking points.
- Turn the key to lock the system.
To unlock the door:
- Turn the key to unlock the system.
- Push the handle down to disengage the locking points.
- A quarter turn of the key will retract the latch.
Additional Products
We offer a range of associated products for the Ingenious Duplex multipoint door locks, including keeps, spindles, handles, and accessories, ensuring you have everything you need for a complete installation.
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: Ingenious
- Backset: Select from drop-down
- Centres PZ: 92mm/62mm
- Faceplate: Select from drop-down
- Spindle Size: 8mm
- Rollers: 2
- Hooks: 5
- Latch: 1
- Main Gearbox: Latch & hookbolt
- Operation: Select from drop-down
- Spindle: Double 8mm
- Handing: Non-handed
- Distance Between Inner Locking: 1466mm
- Distance Between Outer Locking: 1711mm
- Height: 2200mm
- Top Hook to Spindle: 733mm
- Bottom Hook to Spindle: 733mm
- Top Roller to Spindle: 846mm
- Bottom Roller to Spindle: 865mm
- Door Material: UPVC, Aluminium
This comprehensive overview ensures you have all the necessary information to understand and utilize the Ingenious Duplex multipoint door lock effectively.