{"product_id":"gk231-electric-release-lock-latch-strike-rim","title":"GK231-L \/ GK231-R Electric Release Lock (Rim Strike)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGK231-L \/ GK231-R Electric Release Locks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are compact electric strikes designed for use with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/access-control\" title=\"Access Control Systems\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaccess control systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/intercom-systems\" title=\"Door Entry Systems\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003edoor entry systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/intercom-systems\" title=\"Intercom Systems\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintercoms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/locking-devices\" title=\"Electric Locking\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eelectronic locking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e applications. Suitable for commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare and public sector environments, they provide reliable remote door release whilst maintaining secure access control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn electric strike, also known as a rim strike, electric release or latch release, is installed within the door frame and operates in conjunction with a compatible lock or latch. When activated, the strike mechanism releases the latch, allowing the door to be opened without manually unlocking it. Once the door closes, the latch automatically re-engages to restore security.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured from durable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the GK231 Series provides \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efail-safe operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a holding force of up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1500lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and side load resistance of up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e500lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The range is available in both left-hand and right-hand configurations to suit different door and frame arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGK231-L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Left Hand Electric Release Lock (Rim Strike)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGK231-R\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Right Hand Electric Release Lock (Rim Strike)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectric Release Lock (Rim Strike)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in Left-Hand and Right-Hand Versions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Voltage 12VDC or 24VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFail Safe Operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolding Force up to 1500lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide Load Resistance up to 500lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15mm Latch Throw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless Steel Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for Access Control Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReliable Remote Door Release Operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for Commercial and Industrial Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess Control Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoor Entry Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntercom Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommercial Buildings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffice Entrances\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEducational Facilities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealthcare Environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublic Buildings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStaff Access Doors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecurity-Controlled Doors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndustrial Premises\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility and Accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGK231 Series Electric Release Locks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are designed to integrate with a wide range of access control and door security equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese electric releases are commonly used with access control systems, door entry intercoms, keypads, proximity readers, press to exit buttons, timers, relays and power supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen building a complete system, please check the release type, fail-safe operation, voltage, door handing, door type, lock case compatibility and installation requirements before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/access-control\" title=\"Access Control Systems\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess Control Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/intercom-systems\" title=\"Door Entry Systems\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoor Entry Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/intercom-systems\" title=\"Intercom Systems\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntercom Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/collections\/electric-latch-release-strike-rim-ansi\" title=\"Electric Strike Locks\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRim Locks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/collections\/keypad-proximity-bluetooth-reader-door-entry-access-security\" title=\"Keypad Entry Systems\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeypad Entry Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/collections\/proximity-reader-keypad-bluetooth\/Proximity\" title=\"Proximity Card Readers\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProximity Card Readers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding Management Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/additional-equipment\" title=\"Power Supplies (PSU)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Supplies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoor Monitoring Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecurity Control Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Electric Release Lock (Rim Strike)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Voltage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12VDC or 24VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fail Safe\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLatch Throw:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 15mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolding Force:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Up to 1500lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide Load Resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Up to 500lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHanding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Left-Hand or Right-Hand\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 141mm x 23mm x 40mm (H x W x D)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0018\/6698\/9679\/files\/GK231M.pdf?3436594019486222819\" title=\"GK231 Electric Release Lock Product Information\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGK231 Product Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0018\/6698\/9679\/files\/GK231-Handing-Guide.pdf?v=1784123618\" title=\"GK231 Series Handing Guide\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGK231 Series Handing Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGK231-L \/ GK231-R Electric Release Locks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provide a reliable and compact door release solution for access control installations requiring fail-safe operation, high holding force and dedicated left-hand or right-hand configurations. Manufactured from durable stainless steel and capable of operating under side loads of up to 500lbs, the range is well suited to demanding commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare and public sector door security applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the GK231 used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GK231 is used to provide remote door release in access control, door entry and intercom systems whilst maintaining secure locking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is a rim strike?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rim strike, also known as an electric release or latch release, is installed within the door frame and releases a compatible latch when activated electrically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the GK231 available in different handing options?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The GK231 is available in both \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eleft-hand and right-hand versions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to suit different door and frame configurations. Please select the appropriate handing when ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the difference between the GK231-L and GK231-R?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGK231-L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is designed for left-hand door applications, while the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGK231-R\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is designed for right-hand door applications. Both provide the same fail-safe locking operation and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the GK231 fail safe?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The GK231 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efail-safe electric release lock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning it releases when power is removed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat voltage does the GK231 operate on?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GK231 operates on either \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12VDC or 24VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e power supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat holding force does the GK231 provide?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GK231 provides a holding force of up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1500lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the side load rating?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GK231 can operate under side loads of up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e500lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it suitable for demanding door security applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan the GK231 be used with access control systems?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The GK231 is designed for integration with access control systems, door entry systems, intercoms, keypads, proximity readers and associated door control equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat material is the GK231 manufactured from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GK231 is manufactured from durable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for long-term reliability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GEM","offers":[{"title":"GK231-L (Left hand lock)","offer_id":12910096613487,"sku":"GK231-L","price":270.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"GK231-R (Right hand lock)","offer_id":12910118862959,"sku":"GK231-R","price":270.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0018\/6698\/9679\/files\/gk231-l-gk231-r-handed-electric-release-lock-rim-strike.jpg?v=1784124799","url":"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/products\/gk231-electric-release-lock-latch-strike-rim","provider":"Smart Access Solutions Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}