BS En12209 2003
BS En12209 2003
BS En12209 2003
Products tested to British and European standards provide greater durability, longer warranty periods, peace of
mind and evidence of professional specification.
Under the standard each product is tested and classified accordingly to show its compliance.
The identification of an 11-digit code is visible on the individual product. Each digit represents a category and
how it measured against the standard to which it was tested.
Digit 2: Durability
A = 50,000 test cycles; no load on latch bolt.
B = 100,000 test cycles; no load on latch bolt.
C = 200,000 test cycles; no load on latch bolt.
F = 50,000 test cycles; 10 N load on latch bolt.
G = 100,000 test cycles; 10 N load on latch bolt.
H = 200,000 test cycles; 10 N load on latch bolt.
L = 100,000 test cycles; 25 N load on latch bolt.
M = 200,000 test cycles; 25 N load on latch bolt.
R = 100,000 test cycles; 50 N load on latch bolt.
S = 200,000 test cycles; 50 N load on latch bolt.
W = 100,000 test cycles; 120 N load on latch bolt.
X = 200,000 test cycles; 120 N load on latch bolt.
Digit 5: Safety
Only 1 grade of safety is identified.
0 = no safety requirement.
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Digit 9: Type of key operation and locking
0 = not applicable.
A = cylinder lock or latch, manually locking.
B = cylinder lock or latch, automatically locking.
C = cylinder lock or latch, manually locking with intermediate locking.
D = lever lock or latch, manually locking.
E = lever lock or latch, automatically locking.
F = lever lock or latch, manually locking with intermediate locking.
G = lock or latch without key operation, manually locking.
H = lock without key operation, automatically locking.
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Marking:
The standard requires the following additional information to accompany the CE Marking required for locks
and latches intended for use on fire resisting doors and smoke control doors.
a) The identification number of the notified certification body.
b) The name or identifying mark of the manufacturer.
c) The registered address of the manufacturer.
d) The last two digits of the year in which the marking was applied.
e) The number of the EC certificate of conformity, reference to EN 12209:2003.
f) The classification code of the product.
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timely at the date of publication. However, changes can and will occur. Merlin Architectural Hardware expressly disclaims any representation or warranty,
expressed or implied, concerning the accuracy, comprehensiveness, or suitability of the information for a particular purpose. Merlin Architectural
Hardware has produced this document in good faith and is not responsible for any error, omissions, or results obtained from the use of this document.