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Expert Field Guide: The "No-Nonsense" Access Control Line That Gets The Job Done
Here's a scenario every commercial locksmith has lived through at least once: you've got a property manager who needs electric strikes and maglocks on six doors, the budget is tight, and they want everything installed by Friday. You could spec HES or Securitron and blow half the budget on hardware alone, or you could take a hard look at Locknetics.
Locknetics is Allegion's access control workhorse brand — the one that doesn't get the magazine covers like Von Duprin or Schlage, but quietly shows up on more retrofit jobs than most installers realize. The whole philosophy behind the line is "more options with fewer SKUs, all at a practical price point." That translates to real money saved on multi-door projects without sacrificing the UL listings and ANSI ratings that keep you code-compliant. Every Locknetics electric strike and maglock is built at Allegion's facilities under the same quality umbrella as their flagship brands.
The Locknetics lineup breaks into two clean categories: electric strikes and magnetic locks. On the strike side, you've got four distinct series — the CS Series for standard cylindrical and mortise lockset applications, the NC Series "No-Cut" strikes that let you convert an existing cylindrical lockset to electronic access without routing the frame, the MDS Series heavy-duty mortise strikes with five included faceplates so you're never stuck waiting on parts, and the RS Series surface-mounted rim strikes built for endurance on high-cycle doors. On the maglock side, the MG Series gives you 600lb and 1200lb holding force in a slim, cost-competitive package, while the WMG Series adds full weather resistance and tamper-resistant hardware for exterior gates and exposed installations.
What makes Locknetics a smart spec for retrofit work is the accessory ecosystem. Every strike series has dedicated faceplate kits in multiple corner styles (square, radius, and round) and finishes, lip extensions for non-standard frames, and spacer kits for depth adjustment. The MG and WMG maglocks have matching Z-brackets, L-brackets, and filler plates — so when you show up on site and the frame depth isn't what the drawings said, you're not making a second trip to the supply house. If you've ever dealt with a Securitron or DynaLock install where the bracket kit was a separate line item nobody ordered, you know exactly why this matters.
One cross-reference worth knowing: the Locknetics MG1200 is a direct competitor to the Securitron M62 and the DynaLock 2013. Same 1200lb holding force, same 12/24VDC dual voltage, but the Locknetics typically comes in at a lower price point with all the mounting hardware included. For facility managers counting every dollar across a 20-door access control upgrade, that adds up fast.
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Locknetics Product Line Comparison
| Series | Type | Application | Mount | Key Differentiator | Starting At |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Strikes | |||||
| CS Series | Electric Strike | Cylindrical & mortise locksets, metal/wood frames | Flush | Dual voltage 12/24VDC, 9/16" and 3/4" keeper options | $122.38 |
| NC Series | Electric Strike | Retrofit — converts cylindrical locksets without frame routing | Flush | "No-Cut" installation — no frame modification required | $160.66 |
| MDS Series | Electric Strike | Heavy-duty mortise & cylindrical locksets | Flush | 5 faceplates included, handles heavy preload, LBM available | $372.94 |
| RS Series | Rim Strike | Rim exit devices — high-traffic, high-cycle doors | Rim | Surface mounted, 3/4" and 1-1/4" depth, fire-rated models | $335.24 |
| Magnetic Locks | |||||
| MG Series | Electromagnetic Lock | Interior single & double doors | Surface | Slim profile, 600lb or 1200lb, dual voltage, DT sensor option | $114.26 |
| WMG Series | Electromagnetic Lock | Exterior gates, perimeter doors, weather-exposed locations | Surface | Weather resistant, tamper-resistant fasteners, stainless housing | $265.64 |
Electric Strikes Vs. Maglocks: Which Do You Need?
Electric strikes replace the standard strike plate in the door frame and work with the existing lockset — when the strike is energized, it releases the keeper and allows the latch to pass through without retracting. The lock itself still functions normally, so you maintain mechanical key override. This makes strikes the go-to choice for offices, tenant spaces, and anywhere you need card access plus traditional key backup. The Locknetics CS and NC series handle cylindrical locksets, the MDS handles heavier mortise applications, and the RS series works specifically with rim-mounted exit devices.
Magnetic locks use electromagnetic force to hold the door closed — energize the magnet, door holds; cut power, door releases. There's no mechanical latch involved. This makes maglocks the standard choice for doors that need to release on fire alarm (fail-safe operation is inherent), perimeter gates where a traditional lockset won't work, and high-security applications where you want no exposed hardware on the secure side. The trade-off is that maglocks require constant power to stay locked, and you need a separate request-to-exit device (REX sensor, push button, or motion detector) on the secure side.
On a typical access control project, you'll end up using both — strikes on interior office doors where tenants keep their keys, and maglocks on stairwell doors, perimeter entries, and gates. Locknetics covers both sides of that equation from one manufacturer, which simplifies your submittals and keeps warranty support under one Allegion umbrella.
Pro-Tip: The "NC Series Frame Saver" Trick
The Locknetics NC450 is one of the most underused electric strikes in commercial access control. On retrofit jobs where the building owner doesn't want you routing out the metal frame — and that's about half the retrofit work out there — the NC Series installs over the existing strike cutout without any frame modification. The "No-Cut" design uses an extended faceplate that covers the original strike footprint completely. Where this really shines is on older aluminum storefront frames where the frame wall is too thin for a traditional flush strike. Instead of trying to Dremel out a pocket and hoping you don't blow through the backside, you drop in an NC450, run your wires, and you're done. The LBM version (NC450-LBM) adds a latchbolt monitor that feeds door position status back to your access control panel — critical for buildings that need to log "door held open" and "door forced" alarms. At $160 for the base unit, it's cheaper than the frame repair you'd need after a botched flush strike installation.
Locknetics Resources & Documentation
Allegion maintains a full technical library for the Locknetics line, including installation instructions, specification sheets, and wiring diagrams for every series. The Locknetics Full Line Catalog (PDF) covers every product in the portfolio with dimensional drawings and electrical specifications. For individual product spec sheets and installation guides, visit the Allegion Document Library — Locknetics.
Need help speccing a Locknetics system for your next project? Contact us or call (877) 365-5625 — we've been putting these on doors for decades and can help you get the right hardware the first time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the CS Series and the NC Series electric strikes?
The CS Series is a traditional flush-mount strike that requires a routed pocket in the door frame — it sits inside the frame just like a standard strike plate. The NC Series ("No-Cut") mounts over the existing strike cutout with an extended faceplate, so you don't modify the frame at all. If you're doing new construction with a properly prepped frame, the CS is your cheaper option. If you're retrofitting an existing door with an aluminum or thin-wall steel frame, the NC saves you time and frame damage.
Are Locknetics maglocks fail-safe or fail-secure?
All Locknetics MG and WMG Series magnetic locks are fail-safe — when power is removed, the magnet releases and the door opens freely. This is required by fire code on any door in the path of egress. You cannot wire a maglock to be fail-secure. If you need a fail-secure locking solution (lock stays locked on power loss), you need an electric strike instead, like the CS or MDS Series.
Can I use Locknetics strikes with any access control panel?
Yes. Locknetics electric strikes and maglocks are "dumb" devices — they respond to a simple 12VDC or 24VDC signal from any access control panel, timer, or relay. They work with every major access control system: Lenel, Software House, Genetec, Honeywell, Keri, DoorKing, Linear, HID, and any other panel that provides a dry contact or voltage output. The LBM (Latchbolt Monitor) models provide a separate circuit that reports door status back to the panel for alarm monitoring.
What's the holding force difference between MG600 and MG1200?
The MG600 provides 600 pounds of holding force — suitable for interior single doors, office entries, and standard commercial applications. The MG1200 provides 1,200 pounds and is the standard choice for exterior doors, high-security areas, and double doors (where you mount one on each leaf). For outdoor or weather-exposed doors, step up to the WMG series — same holding forces with weather-resistant housing and tamper-resistant fasteners.
What do the "DT" models do on the MG Series?
The DT suffix stands for "Door Position/Time" sensor. The MG600DT and MG1200DT have a built-in magnetic bond sensor that detects whether the armature plate is properly seated against the magnet face. This feeds a signal back to your access control panel for "door held open" and "door forced open" alarm monitoring. If your building security specification requires door position status reporting — and most do on government, healthcare, and education projects — the DT models eliminate the need for a separate door position switch.
Do I need Z-brackets or L-brackets for maglock installation?
It depends on the door and frame geometry. If the maglock body mounts directly to the frame header and the armature plate mounts flat to the door face, you don't need brackets — that's an "inswing" direct mount. If the door is outswing (opens away from the magnet), you'll need a Z-bracket (MZBK600 or MZBK1200) to angle the armature plate back toward the magnet face. For glass doors and aluminum storefronts, the L-bracket arrangement is typically cleaner. Locknetics offers dedicated brackets for every configuration: MZBK for standard Z-mount, WZBK and WLBK for weatherproof applications.
How does Locknetics compare to HES and Securitron on price?
Locknetics consistently comes in below HES and Securitron on comparable products. A Locknetics CS450 electric strike starts around $122, where a comparable HES 5000 series runs significantly higher. On the maglock side, a Locknetics MG1200 at $171 competes directly with the Securitron M62 and DynaLock 2013 at higher price points — and Locknetics includes all the standard mounting hardware. For multi-door projects where you're buying 10 or 20 units, the per-door savings stack up.