AS 4145.2-2008

Sets out general design and performance requirements and testing procedures for mechanical locksets and latchsets in residential and commercial buildings. Also includes performance requirements for cylinders supplied separately for installation in locksets.

This Standard specifies general design criteria, performance requirements, and procedures for testing mechanical locksets and latchsets for their resistance to forced or unauthorized entry and efficiency under conditions of light to heavy usage.This Standard covers locksets for typical doorways, such as wooden, glass or metal-hinged swinging doors or sliding doors in residential and business premises, including public buildings, warehouses and factories. Requirements for both the lock and associated furniture are included.Certain areas requiring higher level locking devices (e.g., locking bars, electronic locking devices, detection devices, alarms) are not covered by this Standard.The Standard also includes performance requirements for cylinders supplied separately for installation in locksets and corrosion resistance requirements.

First published as AS 4145.2-1993 and AS 4145.3-2001.AS 4145.2-1993 and AS 4145.3-2001 revised and redesignated as AS 4145.2-2008. Originated as AS 4145.2-1993 and AS 4145.3-2001. AS 4145.2-1993 and AS 4145.3-2001 revised and redesignated as AS 4145.2-2008. Reissued incorporating Amendment No. 1 (December 2009). Reissued incorporating Amendment No. 2 (September 2015).