What is BS EN 12320 about?
BS EN 12320 specifies performance and other requirements for strength, security, durability,
performance, and corrosion resistance of padlocks. BS EN 12320 applies to mechanical padlocks and padlock fittings used on buildings and general use and specifies the test methods to be used.
This standard establishes one category of use, two categories of durability, six categories for corrosion resistance and six grades for security based on performance tests that simulate an attack.
Limited manual attack testing is included in BS EN 12320 because the machine testing does not replicate all known manual attacks.
Who is BS EN 12320 for?
BS EN 12320 on building hardware is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of padlocks and padlock fittings
- Security and safety management companies
- Installation companies
Why should you use BS EN 12320?
Mechanical locks and padlocks are used to secure an entry through a doorway by holding it closed until a release mechanism is activated or a code is entered to allow keyless entry through a doorway. BS EN 12320 enables you to manufacture quality products in terms of strength, security, durability, performance, and corrosion resistance of padlocks.
BS EN 12320 specifies test methods that take into account specific parameters to evaluate the performance of padlocks and fittings used on buildings that can be passed through an opening (such as a chain-link or hasp staple) to prevent use, theft, vandalism, or harm.
BS EN 12320 lets you test the durability and strength of the padlocks by guiding you on the testing procedure which involves some attack tools such as curved long nose pliers, chisels, pipe wrench and hammer. Meeting the requirements under BS EN 12320, can ultimately help you widen market reach, increase consumer confidence and reliability of the end-product.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 12320:2021 supersedes EN 12320:2012. BS EN 12320:2021 includes some technical changes with respect to EN 12320:2012. These include:
- Annex C, Manufacturer’s declaration of compliance
