Yale PBS2 40mm Nightlatch

No unfortunately not, the BS3621 nightlatches can not be reversed. The only way to do this is to install a standard nightlatch from our outward opening nightlatch section and then also install a BS3621 deadlock. This deadlock will give you the insurance rating required.

You need to make sure the lock you fit is NON deadlocking. This means that you can not lock people into the property. There are a few nightlatches designed for these doors. The best is the Yale PBS3 or PBS4 or a more standard model would be the Yale 88 or 84.

The best locks for these would be the a rollerbolt style lock with a masterkeyed cylinder. I would not recommend installing a standard Nightlatch on these doors as the tenants can lock themselves out if they close the door behind them. We can supply these locks for you on a masterkey if you require or keyed differ if you would prefer.

The backset on these locks is the distance from the edge of the door to the center of the Rim Cylinder. This is the large 32mm hole drilled through the door. There are 2 main sizes of these, 60mm or 40mm. Easiest way to find out what you have is to measure from outside of the door from the edge to the center of the keyhole. If you have a solid door you should use the 60mm backset locks, if you have a glass panelled door then you may need to use the 40mm backset. If your current lock is 50mm backset you will need to see our Union locks as only Union made a 50mm backset lock in the past.

There are different levels of security you can have with all locks. The standard locks (i.e. Yale 77, Yale 88) , then the mid level locks which can be key deadlocked from outside ( Yale 89, Union nightlatches). The double locking versions are only suitable for homes with other means of exit as you can lock people inside the house if not careful.

All the extra keys for the locks are cut to the specific locks that have been ordered.

With most locks that are altered to make them keyed alike you will only get 1 x set of keys with them. So if the locks normally come with 2 you will only get 2 keys total and if they come with 3 keys you will only get 3 x keys total when ordered keyed alike.

Yes, the Yale PBS2 is Kitemarked to BS3621:2007. This is the British Standard for thief-resistant locks often required by home insurance providers for external timber doors, ensuring it meets high security requirements.

This nightlatch features an internal handle that can be locked with a key. This provides a critical security advantage for glass doors because even if an intruder smashes the glass, they cannot reach inside and turn the handle to unlock the door.

The backset is the distance from the edge of the door to the centre of the keyhole. A 40mm backset is a narrow profile lock, typically used on doors with narrow stiles or where glass panels leave limited space for a standard-sized lock casing.

The internal side offers several security and convenience features:

• Automatic Deadlocking: The bolt automatically locks against end pressure when the door is closed.
• Key Locking: The internal handle can be locked with the key in either the open or closed position.
• Snib Function: A push button allows you to hold the bolt back, preventing the door from locking when you go out briefly.