This 43-second short shows how a 16-gauge hollow metal frame is prepped for an HES 1006 electric strike.
What the video shows
- Clamp a cutting guide to the frame.
- Cut the opening with a Dremel.
- Clean up the cut with an air grinder and a file.
- Dry fit the strike, then seat it.
Where to find the cutout drawing
The cutout drawing is on page 6 of the HES installation instructions.
What you need
- An HES 1006 electric strike: the fail safe (1006-F) or the fail secure version. Per our product listings, both are 12/24VDC, 630 satin stainless, ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 and fire rated.
- The tools shown in the video: a cutting guide, a Dremel, an air grinder and a file.
- The HES installation instructions, for the cutout drawing (page 6). Faceplate options are chosen on the product pages.
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Before you order
Not sure whether you need the fail safe or the fail secure version? Contact our team before you order. Items that were bought but not installed can be returned within 30 days of purchase. See our Return and Warranty Policies.