{"product_id":"ks001n-ks001n-dp-ks-001n-3pos-maintained-narrow-key-switch-security-access-control","title":"KS-001N Series Maintained Narrow Key Switch","description":"\u003cdiv data-voice-floating-orb-focus-background=\"\" class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:5fdb66e8-c5d9-4b8f-8131-b4b0f07af70c-26\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:5fdb66e8-c5d9-4b8f-8131-b4b0f07af70c-26\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:5fdb66e8-c5d9-4b8f-8131-b4b0f07af70c-26\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-32\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"0b2eb851-1243-4b41-92fd-464084190445\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKS-001N Series Maintained Narrow Key Switch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKS-001N Series Maintained Narrow Key Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact access control switch designed for secure manual operation within door control, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/access-control\" title=\"Access Control Systems\"\u003eaccess control\u003c\/a\u003e, and security systems. Suitable for commercial, industrial, residential, educational, healthcare, and public sector environments, it provides reliable keyed control where installation space is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a narrow brushed stainless steel faceplate, the KS-001N is ideal for door frames, mullions, and restricted mounting locations where a standard-sized key switch may not be suitable. The switch supports both flush mounting and surface mounting when used with the optional surround, providing flexibility for a wide range of installation requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KS-001N range features maintained key switch operation with COM, NO, and NC contacts for flexible integration with access control systems, electric locks, magnetic locks, gate automation equipment, and building management systems. Available in \u003cstrong\u003esingle pole\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edouble pole\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblank faceplate\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e3-position versions\u003c\/strong\u003e, the range provides flexible keyed control for a wide variety of low-voltage control applications. The key is removable in all switch positions and all units are supplied keyed alike for convenient operation across multiple installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKS-001N -\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Pole Maintained Narrow Key Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKS-001N-DP -\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Pole Maintained Narrow Key Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKS-001N-3POS -\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 Position Double Pole Narrow Key Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKS-001N-NL -\u003c\/strong\u003e Blank Single Pole Maintained Narrow Key Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKS-001N-NL-DP -\u003c\/strong\u003e Blank Double Pole Maintained Narrow Key Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDRB-SH-N -\u003c\/strong\u003e Narrow Surface Surround Housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow brushed stainless steel faceplate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle pole, double pole, blank faceplate, and 3-position versions available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintained action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeyed alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey removable in all positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCOM \/ NO \/ NC contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlush mount installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface mount option available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for access control systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable mechanical construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional architectural finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for new installations and retrofits\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess Control Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoor Entry Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectric Lock Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnetic Lock (Maglock) Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGate Automation Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoller Shutters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurity Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial Control Panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial Buildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestricted Area Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe K\u003cstrong\u003eS-001N Maintained Narrow Key Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to integrate with a wide range of access control and automation equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Access Control Systems\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/access-control\"\u003eAccess Control Systems\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Electric Strike Locks\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/collections\/electric-latch-release-strike-rim-ansi\"\u003eElectric Strike Locks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Magnetic Locks (Maglocks)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/collections\/maglock-magnetic-lock-security\"\u003eMagnetic Locks (Maglocks)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoor Controllers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGate Automation Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoller Shutters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic Barriers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Intercom Systems\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/pages\/intercom-systems\"\u003eIntercom Systems\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurity Control Panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Press to Exit Buttons\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/collections\/press-exit-button-infra-red-wireless-illuminated-touch-rte\"\u003ePress to Exit Buttons\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Emergency Door Release\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smartaccesssolutions.uk\/collections\/emergency-break-glass-call-point\"\u003eEmergency Door Release Systems\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding Management Systems\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Narrow Key Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePole Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single pole (KS-001N \/ KS-001N-NL) \/ double pole (KS-001N-DP \/ KS-001N-NL-DP \/ KS-001N-3POS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContacts:\u003c\/strong\u003e COM \/ NO \/ NC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwitch Positions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 position maintained \/ 3 position maintained (KS-001N-3POS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keyed alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e All positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFaceplate Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brushed stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flush mount or surface mount with optional surround\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85mm x 38mm (H x W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"KS-001N Maintained Narrow Key Switch Product Information\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0018\/6698\/9679\/files\/KS-CP001_2.pdf?8158962439014199782\"\u003eKS-001N Product Information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKS-001N Series Maintained Narrow Key Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a compact and reliable keyed control solution for access control and automation applications where installation space is limited. Available in single pole, double pole, blank faceplate, and 3-position versions, the range offers flexible control options with durable stainless steel construction, keyed alike functionality, and flush or surface mounting options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a narrow key switch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA narrow key switch is a compact version of a standard key switch designed for installation on narrow door frames, mullions, and other restricted mounting locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is maintained operation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintained operation means the switch remains in its selected position until the key is turned again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3341\" data-end=\"3379\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhat is the KS-001N-3POS used for?\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3381\" data-end=\"3630\"\u003eThe KS-001N-3POS is a 3-position double pole narrow key switch designed for applications where keyed control of multiple switch positions is required, such as Open \/ Off \/ Close or similar control functions, depending on the connected equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the KS-001N be surface mounted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The KS-001N can be surface mounted when used with the optional surface surround.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the key removable in both positions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The key can be removed in either switch position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat contact outputs are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KS-001N features COM, NO, and NC contacts for flexible integration with a wide range of systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"2463\" data-start=\"2387\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the single pole and double pole versions?\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2720\" data-start=\"2465\"\u003eThe single pole versions provide one set of COM, NO, and NC contacts, while the double pole versions provide two independent sets of contacts. This allows the double pole models to switch or control two separate circuits from the same keyed operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2750\" data-end=\"2797\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhat does NL mean on the KS-001N-NL models?\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003eNL indicates a blank faceplate version with no engraved legend. The KS-001N-NL is the blank single pole version, while the KS-001N-NL-DP is the blank double pole version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the KS-001N be used with access control systems?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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