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Alarm Controls DL Series - Amored Door Loop with Mounting Hardware

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Alarm Controls DL Series - 18" Amored Door Loop with Mounting Hardware

18" armored door loop used to transfer low-voltage electrical current from the door frame to the door. Available with either plastic (DL-1) or aluminum alloy (DL-2) end caps. Mounting hardware included.

Features
Standard Features

• 18" long armored door loop
• Mounting hardware included
• End Caps:
− DL-1: white and brown plastic
− DL-2: aluminum alloy
• Steel jacket resists abrasion and damage
− DL-1: .250 I.D. steel
− DL-2: rugged .375 I.D steel

Options• Custom lengths available
• DL-2ELECTRO DL-2 with
ElectroLynx connector
• DL-24 DL-2 w/ 24" armored door loop
• DL-30 DL-2 w/ 30" armored door loop
• DL-36 DL-2 w/ 36" armored door loop
• DL-48 DL-2 w/ 48" armored door loop
• DL-60 DL-2 w/ 60" armored door loop

Product Specs

Series:
DL
Subcategory:
Parts and Accessories
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Type:
Door Loop
Product Group:
Electronic Access Controls
Product Subgroup:
Parts and Accessories
Product Category:
Electronic Access Controls
Department:
Door Hardware

Alarm Controls DL-1 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is an armored door loop used for on an access control door?
A door loop like the Alarm Controls DL Series carries low-voltage wiring across the gap from the door frame to the door, so power and signal can reach an electric strike, mag lock monitor, exit device, or card reader mounted on a moving leaf. The steel jacket takes the abrasion every time the door swings, protecting the conductors inside. Mounting hardware is included with the loop.
2) What is the difference between the Alarm Controls DL-1 and DL-2 door loop?
Two things separate them: the end caps and the size of the armored tube. The DL-1 uses white and brown plastic end caps over a .250 inside diameter steel loop. The DL-2 uses aluminum alloy end caps over a heavier .375 inside diameter steel loop. Both are 18 inches long. Pick the DL-2 when you need more room for conductors or a metal cap that will hold up in a commercial opening; the DL-1 is the lighter-duty choice and its caps come in white or brown to blend with the frame.
3) How many wires will fit through an Alarm Controls DL door loop?
Go by the inside diameter of the armored tube. The DL-1 gives you a 1/4 inch (.250) I.D. and the DL-2 gives you 3/8 inch (.375). If you are pulling more than a pair of conductors, or running a reader cable alongside a lock feed, the DL-2's larger bore is the one to order.
4) I need a door loop longer than 18 inches. What lengths does Alarm Controls make?
Beyond the standard 18 inch loop, the DL-2 is offered at 24 inches (DL-24), 30 inches (DL-30), 36 inches (DL-36), 48 inches (DL-48), and 60 inches (DL-60). All the longer sizes are built on the DL-2, so you get the aluminum alloy end caps and the .375 inside diameter tube. Custom lengths are also made. The longer loops are what you reach for on tall openings, wide-swing doors, or where the junction box sits well away from the hinge side.
5) Is there an Alarm Controls door loop with an ElectroLynx connector?
Yes, the DL-2ELECTRO. It is the 18 inch DL-2 loop, aluminum alloy end caps and .375 I.D. steel, fitted with an ElectroLynx connector. Order that model when the electrified trim, hinge, or power transfer on your opening is already ElectroLynx equipped and you want a plug connection instead of splicing conductors in the frame.
6) Do I need to buy mounting brackets separately for the Alarm Controls door loop?
No. Mounting hardware comes with the DL Series loop, on every model in the range. What you supply is the low-voltage cable you pull through it and whatever you need to terminate at each end.
7) Should I use a surface door loop or a concealed electric power transfer for my door?
A door loop like the DL Series mounts on the surface, spanning frame to door with an armored tube, and mounting hardware is included. It installs without morticing either the door or the frame, which is why it is the usual choice for a retrofit or an existing opening you do not want to cut into. A concealed power transfer or electric hinge requires prep in the door and frame and hides the wiring completely, so it is the better answer on a new install or where appearance matters. If you are adding a strike, mag lock monitor, or reader to a door that is already hung, the surface loop is the faster path.
8) Is the Alarm Controls DL door loop rated for commercial doors?
Commercial is what the DL Series is built for. The armored steel jacket is there because a commercial opening cycles constantly and a bare cable at the hinge gap will not survive it. For heavier traffic openings the DL-2 with its aluminum alloy end caps and .375 I.D. steel tube is the sturdier of the two 18 inch models.
How fast can I get the Alarm Controls DL-1 delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Alarm Controls DL-1 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Alarm Controls DL-1 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Alarm Controls DL-1?
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