What is a
Mortise Lock?
A
mortise lock is a hardware
device that fits into a
pocket within a door. It is
considered much more secure
than cylindrical or tubular
locks, and is the primary
type of lock used in homes,
apartments and commercial
applications.
Mortise locks are composed
of a number of different
parts. There is the lock
body itself, which is
generally several inches
wide. The latch, which is
used to lock the door, is
contained within this lock
body. A strike box is
installed in the
door
frame, and is
covered by a strike plate.
The strike box catches and
holds the latch to keep the
door locked. Finally, trim
and handles are installed on
the outside of the door, and
are used to operate the lock.
