Locks “Elbor”, reviews of which we will consider later, are made by a well-known domestic company that has been producing locking structures since 1976. They are distinguished by high quality, valuable democratic, reliability, diversity and good protection against hacking. At least that's what the manufacturer claims. Let's try to understand the quality of various types of these mechanisms on the basis of the characteristics presented, a comparative review and user feedback.
general information
Reviews on the Elbor locks of the Soviet, and subsequently Russian, production confirm the popularity of this brand and its reliability compared to most other domestic and Chinese counterparts. Along with good features, this locking device has an affordable price.
The company that manufactures the locks in question has been operating since 1976. The main focus of the enterprise is the military defense sector, which contributed to the use of productive technologies and the latest materials. A modern company is focused on the production of Elbor locks of various modifications, which are distinguished by increased secrecy and protection against break-ins. In many respects, the mechanisms under consideration are not inferior to well-known foreign analogues, whose price segment is lower than foreign options, but higher than Chinese devices.
Kinds
Locks “Elbor”, reviews of which we will consider below, are produced in an assortment of more than 200 thousand copies per year. They are distinguished by high-quality manufacturing material, operating principle and reliability. Among the categories under consideration, the following types are distinguished:
- The Rubin brand is suitable for equipping steel doors of residential premises, warehouses and offices.
- Sapphire is characterized by maximum protection against vandals, has more than three thousand combinations, is mounted on armored doors.
- Basalt is a lock that has a universal design suitable for steel or wood doors.
- "Granite" is a locking device characterized by durability and the presence of 1,5 thousand combinations for protection.
- "Flint" - is installed on the interior doors.
- "Lapis lazuli" - suitable for entrance and interior doors of any material.
Castles "Elbor": negative reviews
The devices under consideration are popular in the domestic market, are made of high-quality materials, have a good reputation, several patents and awards of domestic and international level.
Nevertheless, after practical use there are certain disadvantages. About half of negative reviews. The main complaints of both objective and subjective:
- The Granite module can be opened with a master key. This, most likely, refers to the high qualification of the thief, since even the most “sophisticated” mechanisms are opened illegally in different ways.
- Some responses about the Basalt category say that after a couple of months of use, the mechanism stopped working for external opening. After evaluating the specialists, it was necessary to drill the core and put in place the cranked mechanism. The repeated situation required the replacement of the lock. In this case, most likely, poor product quality or a violation of the installation technology is observed.
- After acquiring a door with a standard lock, a year later the question arose - how to repair the Elbor lock. Consumer reviews advise better to replace the mechanism, since its repair does not guarantee its long-term performance.
Positive points
Positive comments approximately equally alternate with negative responses:
- Reviews on the quality of Elbor locks indicate that the locking device is sold complete with a door, after installation it closes perfectly on all four sides, and a curtain for vandals is provided. For two years of operation, there are no complaints.
- The following comment is about a pair of Lazurite and Ruby-type locks of the 4th category of resistance to breaking. Users note the absence of problems with the operation of the mechanism, as well as high-quality manufacturing material.
- Another bonus for the device in question - instead of the old broken lock, the Elbor was installed, it has been working properly for 8 years now.
Castle "Elbor Basalt 1 05 41": reviews and features
The following are the parameters of this device:
- Appointment - a mortise lock for any type of door.
- Case thickness - 20 mm.
- Three rods of steel of cylindrical shape with a diameter of 14 mm, with a reach of 40.4 mm.
- Secrecy - provided by a four-way mechanism.
- Management - with the help of a wrapping handle located on the inside of the door.
- The latch is a universal type (16 mm in diameter), adjustable with the handle of a halyard.
- The latch is made with a bevel, which guarantees a comfortable slamming of the door and reduces the degree of wear.
- The mechanism provides traction that provides locking at three points from one key.
- Movement of working draft makes 20 mm.
Customer reviews position the device as reliable protection of interior doors and a good safety net for input analogues.
"Ruby"
Reviews on the locks “Elbor Rubin 1.08.31” position this mechanism as a proven construction of a lever type, which perfectly resists mechanical interference, and a powerful hull made of hardened steel withstands strong impacts and has protection against tampering with a master key. The secretion allows about one and a half million types of constipation. Practical tests have also shown the high quality of these locks.
The mortise mechanism is equipped with both a cylinder and a suction insert, as well as 4 crossbars, a latch under the handle, a latch, a pair of longitudinal rods, and protection against overcutting. The fixture can be mounted on metal and wooden doors. The body part is treated with a special composition that protects against the appearance and development of corrosive processes.
Parameters:
- The number of crossbars - 4 pcs.
- The number of levers - 8 pcs.
- The presence of latches for the handle, latches, protection against cut.
- There are longitudinal traction.
According to reviews, Elbor Rubin locks in this category can be trusted more than some expensive foreign counterparts, not to mention cheap Chinese devices.
"Granite"
The following are brief characteristics of this series:
- Purpose - mortise lock for reinforced doors.
- The number of steel cylindrical rods (diameter 18 mm) - 5 pcs.
- Working reach - 40 mm.
- Type of mechanism - 4-way device.
Reviews of the locks "Elbor Granite" indicate that this category does not always justify the characteristics indicated by the manufacturer. Despite the high level of security (more than 2 million combinations), hacks of such structures were repeatedly recorded in a matter of minutes.
"Flint"
First, consider the brief characteristics of the device:
- Type - lightweight mortise type lock with six levers of increased secrecy.
- Appointment - installation in interroom and internal entrance doors.
- Exit margin - double movement of 21 mm.
- Design - three steel cylinders with a diameter of 14 mm.
Reviews about the quality of the locks "Elbor" type "Flint" are very mixed. Among the positive aspects, users distinguish the following:
- Reliability and durability.
- High quality materials used.
- Easy to open with a key, without jamming.
Disadvantages:
- Decent price.
- Installation requires professional services.
According to expert reviews, the locks "Elbor Flint" correspond to their name, are characterized by maximum strength and a high level of secrecy.
Guardian Locks: General Description
Almost all the mechanisms of this series have a universal design, suitable for doors in the right and left versions. The latch is rotated by easily changing the position of the latch, without having to disassemble the housing. The model line is very diverse, and includes such modifications:
- Level models.
- Cylinder locks.
- Variations with latches, latches.
- Modifications with vertical drive.
- Combined versions, including lever and cylinder mechanism.
Like the Elbor locks, reviews of the quality of the Guardian indicate that, at the request of the consumer, a complete set of locking devices of any type for doors of different classes made of wood or metal is provided.
Complete set of locks "Guardian"
According to prior agreement with the customer, locks of a lever type can be completed with any number of keys. In addition to standard elements, it is possible to manufacture elongated keys. There are also versions of lever locks with one secret. The company also produces decorative pads and handles made of chrome, brass and nickel.
The quality of all Guardian locks is confirmed by certificates of conformity, in accordance with state standards. Products undergo special testing in specialized centers and laboratories. As a result of testing, each product is assigned a protection category.
Frequent breakdowns
According to customer reviews, Elbor locks most often fail due to the manufacture of a door latch drive on the handle by casting from an aluminum alloy. In addition, casting defects are sometimes encountered, as a result of which the part breaks under significant loads. If the design is installed with violations and some effort is required to open, the latch movement element wears out intensively, while the chips fall into the mechanism.
A predominantly similar situation occurs when mounting additional gaskets on the door. It is held in the closed position by means of a latch, which takes up the force from the deformed seal. When opening, the handle has to be pressed with excessive force, which puts additional stress on all parts of the structure.
How to repair the Elbor lock? Customer reviews note that if the aluminum part is out of order for reasons covered by the warranty, and controversial and controversial situations arise, the lock can be sent for additional examination to the nearest service center or manufacturer directly.
Other malfunctions
The second most popular problem with Elbor locks arises in connection with a violation of the mounting technology of the locking device. It manifests itself as follows:
- At one “perfect” moment, the lock cannot be opened with a key.
- The crossbars do not move, although the product was operated according to the rules and was not exposed to extraneous influences.
- Inspection of the key or its replacement does not give any result.
Upside down castle. In the event of a breakdown of the return spring mechanism, one levers under its own weight cannot return to its normal position, which makes it impossible to turn the key. With proper installation of the lock, even if several springs on the levers fail, they lower to the normal position. And the mechanism continues to work, although not so smoothly.
How to determine the correct installation of the lock?
After the lock is installed, you can determine its correct position using a key, having an elementary idea of the mechanism. It is necessary to stand in relation to the door so that its end with the lock is on the right side. Then you should put the key in the well with the bolts removed (in the unlocked position), and try to close the lock. To do this, the key rotates clockwise. A locking position indicates the normal position. Otherwise, it is advisable to replace or reinstall the device.
Finally
Given the complaints of some users that the locks “Elbor” are subject to break-ins, it can be noted that there are no absolutely reliable locking mechanisms. As for the jamming of constructions of this company - this is a rather significant reason to pay attention to it. In many respects, quality depends on the originality of the product.
When purchasing goods, it is necessary to study the accompanying documentation, the availability of a guarantee, as well as the remoteness of the nearest service department. In addition, you should take into account the quality characteristics and the type of door on which the lock will be placed. Different types of locking mechanisms are provided for the entrance and internal doors, not counting the universal models that are suitable for wood and metal.