ABLOY EL520 Motorised Electric Lock

The ABLOY EL520 DIN Motor Lock is a push & pull motorised lockcase designed for use on solid doors where electronic access control, high security locking and remote door control are required. The lock can be electrically controlled by an access control system, keypad, timer, push button or other suitable remote-control device.

Designed for high traffic doors, the EL520 provides a secure motorised locking solution for applications where electronic access control is required and door usage is frequent. The lock includes a day function where the door can remain open, and a secure mode where the lock is automatically deadlocked when the door is closed.

Mechanical opening by cylinder is always possible, providing an override method alongside electronic control. The EL520 can also be used with compatible door automatics, making it suitable for a wide range of commercial and public building applications.

Available Models

• EL520-55MM – ABLOY EL520 DIN motor lock, 55mm backset
  
• EL520-60MM – ABLOY EL520 DIN motor lock, 60mm backset
  
• EL520-65MM – ABLOY EL520 DIN motor lock, 65mm backset
  
• EL520-80MM – ABLOY EL520 DIN motor lock, 80mm backset
  
• EL520-100MM – ABLOY EL520 DIN motor lock, 100mm backset

Key Features

• DIN standard push & pull motor lockcase
  
• Designed for solid doors
  
• Single point locking
  
• Suitable for high traffic doors
  
• Electrically controlled by access control or remote-control systems
  
• Motorised locking operation
  
• Day function for unlocked door operation
  
• Secure mode with automatic deadlocking when the door is closed
  
• Mechanical opening by cylinder is always possible
  
• Suitable for compatible door automatic applications
  
• Suitable for access control and remote door release systems
  
• Designed for exterior doors and high-use access points
  
• Certified to EN 14846 electric lock standard
  
• Certified to EN 179 for exit door applications
  
• Certified to EN 1125 for panic exit door applications
  
• Fire approval included under EN 14846 certification
  
• EA420 required with this lock (included)

Typical Applications

• Access control systems
  
• Door entry systems
  
• Electronically controlled solid doors
  
• High traffic doors
  
• Exterior doors
  
• Commercial buildings
  
• Business premises
  
• Hospitals and healthcare buildings
  
• Educational facilities
  
• Residential buildings
  
• Public buildings
  
• Office entrances
  
• Restricted access areas
  
• Remote door control applications
  
• Door automation applications where suitable
  
• Escape door applications where suitable hardware and certification requirements are met
  
• Compatible fire door applications where suitable certification and installation requirements are met

Compatibility and Accessories

The ABLOY EL520 DIN Motor Lock is designed to integrate with a wide range of electronic access control and door security equipment.

When building a complete system, please check the required backset, operating voltage, cylinder requirements, door furniture, monitoring requirements, door type, escape route requirements, door automation requirements and fire door certification before ordering.

EA420 is required with this lock, included when ordering.

• Access Control Systems
  
• Door Entry Systems
  
• Keypad Entry Systems
  
• Proximity Readers
  
• Timers and Relays
  
• Push Buttons
  
• Power Supplies
  
• Door Entry Intercom Systems
  
• Emergency Door Release Units
  
• Suitable Door Furniture
  
• Compatible Euro Profile Cylinders
  
• Compatible Strike Plates
  
• Compatible Connection Cables
  
• Lead Covers
  
• Door Automatics

Technical Specification

• Product type: Motorised lockcase
  
• Model: ABLOY EL520
  
• Lock type: DIN standard push & pull single point lock
  
• Door type: Solid doors
  
• Operation: Electrically controlled motor lock
  
• Locking mode: Day function and secure mode
  
• Secure function: Automatically deadlocked when the door is closed
  
• Mechanical override: Mechanical opening by cylinder is always possible
  
• Installation type: Mortice
  
• Mortice standard: Europrofile
  
• Locking points: Single point
  
• Operating voltage: 12–24VDC
  
• Available backsets: 55mm, 60mm, 65mm, 80mm and 100mm
  
• Door usage: High traffic doors
  
• Door automatics: Suitable for compatible door automatic applications
  
• Required accessory: EA420 (included)
• Standards: EN 14846, EN 179 and EN 1125
  
• Fire approval: Included under EN 14846 certification, subject to correct specification and installation requirements

ABLOY EL520 Product Information

ABLOY EL520 Technical Datasheet

ABLOY EL520 Basic Setup Guide

Please refer to the ABLOY product datasheet and installation instructions before ordering or installing the EL520 DIN Motor Lock.

The lock model, backset, cylinder, door furniture, operating method, access control wiring, monitoring requirements, door automation requirements and door certification should all be checked before installation.

Where the EL520 is used on an escape route, panic exit door or fire-rated door, the complete door assembly, hardware specification, certification, installation method and relevant safety requirements must be suitable for the application.

The ABLOY EL520 provides a professional motorised lockcase solution for solid door access control applications where secure motor locking, high traffic operation, mechanical cylinder override and compatibility with remote-control systems are required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ABLOY EL520 used for?

The ABLOY EL520 is a DIN motorised lockcase used for access control, remote door control and high traffic door applications on suitable solid doors.

How does the ABLOY EL520 work?

The EL520 is a push & pull motor lock. It can be electrically controlled by an access control system or remote-control system. It has a day function where the door can remain open and a secure mode where the lock is automatically deadlocked when the door is closed.

Is the ABLOY EL520 suitable for high traffic doors?

Yes. The ABLOY EL520 is designed for high traffic doors where electronic access control is required and door usage is frequent.

Can the ABLOY EL520 be opened mechanically?

Yes. Mechanical opening by cylinder is always possible, providing an override method alongside electronic control.

Can the ABLOY EL520 be used with door automatics?

Yes. ABLOY states that push & pull locks such as the EL520 can predominantly be used with door automatics. The full door automation system and locking hardware must be correctly specified for the application.

What voltage does the ABLOY EL520 require?

The ABLOY EL520 operates on 12–24VDC.

What backsets are available?

The ABLOY EL520 is available in 55mm, 60mm, 65mm, 80mm and 100mm backset versions.

Is the EA420 required with the ABLOY EL520?

Yes. ABLOY states that the EA420 is needed with the EL520 lock.

Is the ABLOY EL520 suitable for fire doors?

The EL520 is certified to EN 14846, including fire approval. Suitability for a fire-rated door depends on the complete door assembly, certification, installation method and project requirements.

Is the ABLOY EL520 suitable for escape doors?

The EL520 is certified to EN 179 for exit doors and EN 1125 for panic exit doors. The complete door hardware set must be correctly specified and installed for the application.

Can the ABLOY EL520 be connected to access control?

Yes. The EL520 can be electrically controlled by access control systems and remote-control devices such as keypads, timers, push buttons and door entry systems.