The ABLOY DL8 Armoured Door Loop is a surface-mounted cable transfer device designed to provide protected wiring between the door and frame in electric locking and access control installations. It helps maintain an unbroken cable connection while allowing the door to open and close normally.
Designed for internal use, the DL8 provides a practical solution for transferring power and control wiring to electric locks, solenoid lockcases, motor locks and other door-mounted access control equipment. The flexible armoured loop helps protect the cable as it moves between the fixed frame and moving door leaf.
Manufactured with satin anodised aluminium castings, the ABLOY DL8 is suitable for commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, residential and public sector environments where a reliable surface-mounted cable transfer solution is required.
Available Model
- DL8 – Surface-mounted armoured door loop for internal electric locking and access control installations
Key Features
- Surface-mounted armoured door loop
- Provides unbroken transfer of wiring between door and frame
- Designed for electric locking and access control applications
- Suitable for internal use
- Maximum cable diameter 8mm
- Flexible armoured cable protection
- Satin anodised aluminium casting
- Suitable for new installations and retrofit projects
- Commonly used with ABLOY electric lock installations
- Provides a practical alternative where concealed cable transfer is not suitable
Typical Applications
- ABLOY electric lock installations
- Solenoid lock installations
- Motor lock installations
- Access control systems
- Door entry systems
- Commercial buildings
- Office entrances
- Educational facilities
- Healthcare buildings
- Public buildings
- Residential developments
- Industrial premises
- Restricted access areas
- Retrofit electric locking installations
Compatibility and Accessories
The ABLOY DL8 Armoured Door Loop is designed for internal door applications where electrical wiring needs to pass safely between the fixed frame and the moving door.
It is commonly used with ABLOY electric lockcases and appears within several ABLOY compliant lock packages, including packages using EL460, EL461, EL420 and related narrow stile electric locks.
When specifying the DL8, please check the cable diameter, number of conductors, door type, opening angle, mounting position and electrical requirements of the connected equipment before ordering.
Compatible with
- ABLOY Electric Locks
- ABLOY Solenoid Locks
- ABLOY Motor Locks
- Access Control Systems
- Door Entry Systems
- Keypad Entry Systems
- Proximity Readers
- Power Supplies
- Timers and Relays
- Door Entry Intercom Systems
- Electric Lock Packages
- Door Security Accessories
Technical Specification
- Product type: Armoured door loop
- Model: ABLOY DL8
- Installation type: Surface-mounted
- Application: Cable transfer between door and frame
- Use: Electric locking and access control systems
- Location: Internal use only
- Maximum cable diameter: 8mm
- Finish: Satin anodised aluminium casting
- Overall length: Approximately 360mm
- Mounting dimensions: Refer to manufacturer drawing
- Cable protection: Flexible armoured loop
Please check the cable size, wiring requirements, door movement and mounting position before ordering.
The ABLOY DL8 is intended for internal use and supports a maximum cable diameter of 8mm. It should be installed so that the cable can move freely between the door and frame without excessive tension, twisting or obstruction.
The ABLOY DL8 provides a durable and practical surface-mounted cable transfer solution for compatible electric lock and access control installations where protected wiring is required between the door and frame.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABLOY DL8 Armoured Door Loop used for?
The ABLOY DL8 is used to transfer electrical wiring between the door frame and moving door leaf while helping protect the cable during normal door operation.
Is the ABLOY DL8 surface-mounted?
Yes. ABLOY lists the DL8 as a surface-mounted armoured door loop.
What is the maximum cable diameter?
The DL8 accepts cable up to 8mm diameter.
Can the ABLOY DL8 be used outdoors?
No. ABLOY specifies the DL8 for internal use only.
What finish does the DL8 have?
The DL8 has satin anodised aluminium castings.
Can the DL8 be used with ABLOY electric locks?
Yes. The DL8 is commonly used with ABLOY electric lock installations and is included in a number of ABLOY compliant lock packages.
Can the DL8 be used with access control systems?
Yes. The DL8 can be used as part of an access control system to carry power, monitoring and control wiring to compatible door-mounted electric locking equipment.
When would I use an armoured door loop instead of a concealed door loop?
An armoured door loop is useful where a surface-mounted cable transfer solution is preferred or where a concealed loop cannot easily be installed within the door and frame.
What should I check before ordering?
Please check the cable diameter, number of conductors, door type, opening movement, mounting position and wiring requirements of the connected lock or access control equipment before ordering.