DESCRIPTION

Model: MORTSB5572SL

Material: Stainless Steel with Cast Iron

Fishing: SS

Brand: SW

Bolt: Harden Iron Deadbolt

Size: 55×72

Application: For wooden door

Introduction:

Unlike traditional mechanical locks that rely on a spring-loaded latch to physically strike the strike plate, magnetic locks use the attraction between a magnet in the strike plate and a moving component within the lockcase to secure the door.

• While the Door is Open: The latch bolt is held retracted entirely inside the mortise lock body. The edge of the door is completely flush, which prevents it from catching on clothing or striking the frame.
• Closing the Door: As the door swings shut, it passes the strike plate without physical contact or friction.
• Magnetic Attraction: When the door reaches the closed position, the magnet inside the lock’s latch bolt aligns directly with the magnet (or magnetic plate) located in the door frame’s strike plate.
• Engagement: The mutual magnetic attraction instantly pulls the latch bolt outward from the mortise case, snapping it into the strike plate’s aperture to secure the door.

Key Technical Advantages

1. Zero Friction and Wear

Since there is no spring-loaded metal tongue continuously rubbing against the frame or strike plate, it eliminates scratching and wear on the frame’s finish, resulting in a much longer mechanical life.

2. Superior Tactile and Acoustic Performance

The mechanism avoids the metallic “click-clack” associated with standard spring-loaded latches. The closing action is soft, smooth, and nearly silent, making it an excellent upgrade for high-end residential or hospitality projects.

3. Streamlined Aesthetics

The absence of a protruding latch bolt gives the door edge a clean, modern profile, which is highly appreciated in minimalist interior design.