PBS3 BS8621: 2007 High Security Escape Nightlatch

Product Overview: Yale PBS3 High Security Escape Nightlatch

The Yale PBS3 High Security Escape Nightlatch is an essential locking solution for residential front doors, combining convenience and top-tier security. With its automatic locking mechanism, this nightlatch engages as soon as the door is closed, ensuring your property remains secure.

Key Features:

• High Security Certification: Approved to BS 8621:2007, BS EN 12209:2003, and BS EN 1303:2005, this nightlatch represents the highest level of security certification available, making it a trusted choice from the original Yale lock inventor.
• Mechanical Holdback Feature: This nightlatch includes a mechanical holdback option, allowing the latch bolt to be retained within the body. This feature can be beneficial in specific situations, but it’s crucial to assess whether it aligns with your security needs, as it can prevent the door from securing when closed.
• Escape Functionality: Designed for emergency situations, the escape nightlatch allows for easy operation from the inside without a key. The internal lever or thumb turn is larger for quick access, ensuring that the latch retracts for egress, overriding any deadlocking mechanism.
• Durable Construction: Supplied with a high-security TS007 approved rim cylinder and a reinforced protective escutcheon plate, this nightlatch is built to withstand attempts at forced entry. It comes with two genuine keys for added convenience.

Product Specifications:

• Automatic Deadlocking: Engages when the door closes.
• Key Operation: Accessible from the outside.
• Internal Operation: Lever handle only, cannot be locked from the inside.
• Dark Red Snib Function: Allows the latch to be held back.
• Backset: 60mm
• Case Dimensions: Width 87mm, Height 90mm
• Bolt Length: 20mm
• Max Door Thickness: 57mm
• Ideal for Multi-Residential Buildings: Perfect for ensuring safety in shared living spaces.
• Kitemarked to BS 8621:2007
• Included: 6 pin cylinder and 2 keys.
• Packaging: Available in singles and 2 in an outer box.

This nightlatch is ideal for wooden front doors where the highest level of security is paramount, providing peace of mind without compromising on ease of use.