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BEST 9KW Series Electromechanical Cylindrical Lock with Remote Control Operation

Professional Electromechanical Lock Solution for Commercial Applications

The BEST 9KW Series electromechanical cylindrical lock provides both fail-safe (electrically locked) and fail-secure (electrically unlocked) operation for commercial door applications. Designed for doors 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick with standard 2-3/4" backset, this heavy-duty lock operates on 12V AC/DC at 0.50 amps or 24V AC/DC at 0.18 amps when used with the supplied Temperature Control Module (TCM). UL listed for electrically-controlled single-point locks and approved by the California State Fire Marshal.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Dual Voltage Operation: 12V AC/DC at 0.50 amps or 24V AC/DC at 0.18 amps with supplied TCM for flexible power system integration.
  • Fail-Safe/Fail-Secure Configuration: EU functions provide electrically unlocked (fail secure) operation while EL functions provide electrically locked (fail safe) operation for security flexibility.
  • Remote Control Capability: Enables lock and unlock operation from remote locations through individual switches, access control systems, or automatic control systems for enhanced security and convenience.
  • Heavy-Duty Construction: Brass or bronze trim materials with brass, bronze, zinc alloy, or corrosion-treated steel internal components for commercial-grade durability.
  • Standard Door Compatibility: Designed for doors 1-3/4" to 2-1/4" thick with 2-1/6" diameter chassis fitting standard 2-1/8" door holes.
  • Professional Certifications: UL listed for electrically-controlled single-point locks and California State Fire Marshal approved for code compliance.
  • Temperature Control Module: TCM and TCM connector supplied standard with every order for reliable operation across temperature ranges.
  • Anti-Microbial Option: Available in 626AM Satin Chrome Antimicrobial finish for healthcare and high-hygiene applications.

Technical Specifications

Types

  • 12 volts AC/DC when used with supplied TCM — 0.50 amps
  • 24 volts AC/DC when used with supplied TCM — 0.18 amps
  • All EU functions: Electrically Unlocked (Fail Secure)
  • All EL functions: Electrically Locked (Fail Safe)

Approval Listings

  • UL listed for GYQS Electrically- controlled singlepoint locks or latches.
  • This product has been approved by the California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) pursuant to section 13144.1 of the California Health and Safety Code.
  • Approved by the city of New York Board of Standards and Appeals under calendar number 730-89-SA. See CSFM listing No. 4136-1175:103. It is subject to re-examination, revision and possible cancellation
  • Door thickness • Standard lock configuration designed for doors 1 3/4" – 2 1/4" thick.

NOTE: All W-series locks require the use of a (TCM) Temperature Control Module.

A TCM and TCM connector are supplied standard with every order.

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements match available power supply. Confirm voltage (12V or 24V AC/DC) and current capacity before proceeding.
  2. Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures.
  3. Mount the unit in the specified location ensuring adequate clearance for wiring access, ventilation, and future service requirements.
  4. Route and connect wiring according to manufacturer wiring diagrams. Use appropriate wire gauge and connectors for the application.
  5. Configure operational settings including fail-secure/fail-safe operation per application requirements.
  6. Restore power and test all functions including normal operation, remote control operation, and integration with connected access control systems.
  7. Complete final inspection and document settings. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams, programming instructions, and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Building Security Systems
  • Healthcare Facility Access Control
  • Educational Institution Safety Systems
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Industrial Facility Monitoring
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Emergency Exit Compliance

Anti-Microbial Option

Available in 626AM Satin Chrome Antimicrobial finish option for healthcare facilities and applications requiring enhanced hygiene protection. The antimicrobial coating helps reduce bacterial growth on high-touch surfaces.

Why Choose BEST Quality?

BEST 9KW Series electromechanical locks deliver professional-grade reliability with heavy-duty brass and bronze construction rated for commercial applications. UL listed and California State Fire Marshal approved for code compliance and safety assurance. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable remote access control and security performance are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

9K Series Catalog

Product Specs

Standard Cylinder:
SFIC Prep Less Core
Duty Level:
Heavy Duty
Keyed Function:
Single Cylinder
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Bored Locksets
Product Type:
Knobs and Levers
Subcategory:
Cylindrical
Keyed:
Yes
Electronic:
Yes
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Lock Type:
Cylindrical
Battery Operated:
No
Door Hand Direction:
Non-Handed
Face Plate:
8" H x 1-1/4" W x 1/16" T
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Backset (Distance):
2-3/4"
Department:
Door Hardware

BEST BES-9KW37DEL14C – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the BEST 9KW electromechanical lock fit a 2-inch thick door?
Yes. The standard 9KW configuration covers doors 1-3/4 inches through 2-1/4 inches thick, so a 2 inch door is inside the range. The chassis is 2-1/6 inches in diameter and drops into a standard 2-1/8 inch bored hole, and the standard backset is 2-3/4 inches. If you have an existing 161 prep from an older cylindrical lock, that is the same hole you already have.
2) What is the difference between the fail-safe and fail-secure versions of the BEST 9KW lock?
It comes down to what the door does when power drops. The EL functions are electrically locked, meaning fail safe: cut the power and the door unlocks. The EU functions are electrically unlocked, meaning fail secure: cut the power and the door stays locked. Egress stair doors and anything on a fire alarm release generally take fail safe; an IT closet or a supply room you want secure during an outage takes fail secure. You pick one when you order, it is not field-changeable on the fly.
3) Does the BEST 9KW lock need a Temperature Control Module, and does it come with one?
Yes on both counts. Every W-series lock requires a TCM, and a TCM plus its connector ships standard with every order. You do not need to source it separately or add it to the order.
4) Does the BEST 9KW cylindrical lock come with a key core?
No. The standard build is SFIC prep less core, so the housing is there but you supply the small format interchangeable core to match your existing keyway. Three cylinder builds are offered: a 7-pin housing that accepts all BEST cores less the SFIC core, a 6-pin non-IC cylinder, and a non-IC and LFIC competitive cylinder supplied less the LFIC core. If you already key a building on BEST SFIC, the 7-pin housing is the one that drops into your system.
5) Which strike do I order with a BEST 9KW lock for my existing frame?
Three strikes are offered and the frame prep decides it. A 2-3/4 x 1-1/8 inch curved lip strike comes with a box, which suits a wood frame or a new prep. For an ANSI prepped hollow metal frame you want one of the 4-7/8 inch strikes: 4-7/8 x 1-1/4 inch curved lip, or 4-7/8 x 1-7/8 inch flat lip. Measure the existing cutout in the jamb before you pick, because the 4-7/8 inch strikes will not cover a small 2-3/4 inch prep and vice versa.
6) Can I get a BEST 9KW lock with a backset wider than 2-3/4 inches?
Yes. Beyond the standard 2-3/4 inch backset, 3-3/4 inch and 5 inch backsets are available. The wider backsets are what you need on a door with a wide stile or a heavy applied trim where a 2-3/4 inch backset would put the lever too close to the edge of the door.
7) Do I need a separate request-to-exit device with the BEST 9KW lock?
Not necessarily. Request to exit can be built into the lock as an ordering option, so the inside lever signals the access control panel directly and you skip a separate REX motion sensor or push button on that opening. Specify it at order time; it is not something you add to the lock later.
8) Is the BEST 9KW lock UL listed and approved for use in California?
UL listed under GYQS for electrically-controlled single-point locks and latches, and approved by the California State Fire Marshal under section 13144.1 of the California Health and Safety Code, CSFM listing number 4136-1175:103. It also carries a New York City Board of Standards and Appeals approval under calendar number 730-89-SA. Those are the three approvals a specifier usually needs to see on an electrified cylindrical lock in those jurisdictions.
9) Should I use an electrified cylindrical lock or a standard mechanical lockset for a classroom or office door?
Go electrified only if you need the door to lock or unlock from somewhere other than the door itself. The 9KW is wired for remote operation from a switch, an access control system, or an automatic control system, which means running power to every opening. If the door just needs a key and a lever, a mechanical cylindrical lock is far less to install: the Falcon K501 is a Grade 1 heavy duty entrance lock covering 1-3/8 to 2-1/4 inch doors, and the TownSteel CE/CEI-109 and CEC/CECI-109 are Grade 1 extra heavy duty entry/office locksets. The Cal-Royal Barrington BA03 classroom and BA05 storeroom locks cover 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch doors on lighter-traffic openings.
10) Is the BEST 9KW battery powered or does it need to be wired?
Wired. There is no battery in the 9KW, so every opening needs a power run back to a supply and, for remote operation, a path to your access control panel. Budget the wiring in the door and the electric hinge or door loop when you price the job. If you cannot get power to the door, a standalone battery lock is the different product you want.
11) What is a non-electrified alternative to a BEST 9KW cylindrical lock on an opening that will not get wiring?
The BEST 9KW is an electronic cylindrical lock built around a fail-safe or fail-secure electrical function, so it needs power at the door. Where an opening will not be wired, the Falcon K501 is a Grade 1 heavy duty entrance cylindrical lock with a push-turnbutton function that is fire rated and fits doors 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch thick, covering the same 2-1/4 inch upper door thickness the 9KW handles. The tradeoff is that locking and unlocking happens at the door with the turnbutton and key rather than from a remote switch or an access control panel.
12) Will a Cal-Royal Barrington BA00 entrance lock fit the same doors as a BEST 9KW?
Not across the full range. The BEST 9KW standard configuration is designed for doors 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch thick. The Cal-Royal BA00 entrance cylindrical lock covers 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch, so the two overlap only at 1-3/4 inch. On a 2 inch or 2-1/4 inch door the BA00 is out of range, and the BA00 is a mechanical entrance lock with turn/push button locking rather than a remotely controlled one.
13) For a classroom door that needs lockdown, what compares to the BEST 9KW?
The 9KW handles lockdown electrically - EL functions are electrically locked and EU functions electrically unlocked, so a room can be secured from a remote switch or an access control system without anyone going to the door. If the lockdown is to be done by key at the opening, the Cal-Royal BA03 is a classroom cylindrical lock with the Grade 2 ANSI F84 function on doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch. That is a keyed-at-the-door approach, and it does not carry the 9KW's UL listing for electrically controlled single point locks.
14) Do I have to specify handing when ordering a BEST 9KW lock?
No. The 9KW is non-handed, so one lock covers left and right hand openings and you do not have to survey the doors or stock two versions for a building. That also means a mis-called door on the take-off does not cost you a return.
15) Is there an antimicrobial finish option on the BEST 9KW lock for a hospital?
Yes, 626AM Satin Chrome Antimicrobial is one of the twelve finishes offered, with a coating that helps reduce bacterial growth on the lever and rose. The other eleven run 626 Satin Chrome, 625 Bright Chrome, 619 Satin Nickel, 618 Bright Nickel, 605 Bright Brass, 606 Satin Brass, 611 Bright Bronze, 612 Satin Bronze, 613 Satin Bronze Oil-Rubbed, 690 Statuary Dark Bronze and 622 Matte Black, so you can hold 626AM on patient-contact doors and match a different finish elsewhere in the building.
16) What lever and rose options are there on the BEST 9KW, and will they match my other doors?
Three lever styles: contour with angle return, curved with return, and curved without return. Roses come in 3 inch convex, 3 inch convex no ring, 3-1/2 inch convex, and 3-1/2 inch convex no ring. If you are adding an electrified opening to a building already on BEST 9K trim, matching the lever style and rose diameter is what keeps the new door from looking like an add-on. Take the rose diameter off an existing door before you specify, since a 3 inch rose will not cover a hole prepped for 3-1/2 inch.
17) Can I key a group of BEST 9KW locks alike across a building?
Yes. Keyed alike or keyed different is a specify-at-order option, so a maintenance group of doors can run one key. Keep in mind the lock ships less core, so the actual keying is done in the core you supply or have cut; ordering keyed alike sets up the group, and matching your existing BEST SFIC system means using the 7-pin housing that accepts all BEST cores.
18) What should be used instead of a BEST 9KW on a storeroom door that is always locked from the outside?
A storeroom opening that never needs remote release does not need the 9KW's electrical function. The Cal-Royal BA05 is a storeroom cylindrical lock with a Grade 2 ANSI F86 deadlocking latch for doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch, where the outside is always locked and entry is by key. Choose the 9KW instead when the storeroom has to be released from a remote location or tied into an access control system, and confirm the door thickness, since the 9KW standard configuration starts at 1-3/4 inch.
19) Is a TownSteel CDC-109 clutched lockset an equivalent for a BEST 9KW?
They solve different problems. The TownSteel CDC-109 is a Grade 1 heavy duty clutched cylindrical lockset in an entry/office function, where the clutch lets the outside lever spin free when locked to protect the chassis from forced lever attack. The BEST 9KW is a heavy duty electronic cylindrical lock whose outside lever is controlled electrically, in fail-safe or fail-secure, from a remote switch or access control system. Pick the CDC-109 for a mechanical entry/office opening in abuse-prone traffic, and the 9KW when the opening has to be controlled from somewhere other than the door.
20) What is the difference between the TownSteel CE-109 and CEC-109 when comparing them to a BEST 9KW?
Both are Grade 1 extra heavy duty cylindrical locksets in an entry/office function. The CE/CEI-109 is non-clutched and the CEC/CECI-109 is clutched, meaning the CEC lever turns free rather than transmitting force to the chassis when locked. Both are mechanical, keyed and operated at the door. The BEST 9KW is the electronic option in the same cylindrical, heavy duty, non-handed format, with 12V or 24V AC/DC operation through the supplied Temperature Control Module and remote lock and unlock capability.
21) Can a TownSteel CRX-A-41 be used in place of a BEST 9KW?
No. The CRX-A-41 is a single dummy trim - a stainless steel ligature resistant arch trim cylindrical lockset with no latch operation, used as a pull on a door that does not latch or as the inactive half of a pair. The BEST 9KW is a keyed, single cylinder electronic lock that actually secures the opening. The CRX-A-41 also lists a fixed 1-3/4 inch door thickness, while the 9KW standard configuration covers 1-3/4 inch through 2-1/4 inch.
22) Which cylindrical locks work with a small format interchangeable core keying system?
The BEST 9KW is built for it - the standard cylinder is an SFIC prep less core, and there is also a 7-pin housing that accepts all BEST cores, a 6-pin non-IC cylinder, and a non-IC and LFIC competitive cylinder option less the LFIC core. That is the choice for a facility already keyed on interchangeable cores. The Falcon K501 is a Grade 1 entrance cylindrical lock with a push-turnbutton function, and the Cal-Royal Barrington BA05 storeroom lock uses the Grade 2 ANSI F86 function; on either one, confirm the cylinder prep against the facility keyway before ordering.
23) Which cylindrical lock suits an opening that needs a backset other than 2-3/4 inch?
The BEST 9KW covers 2-3/4 inch, 3-3/4 inch and 5 inch backsets, so it reaches wide-stile and unusual door preps that a single-backset lock cannot. Among the mechanical alternatives, the Falcon K501 is a Grade 1 fire rated entrance lock for doors 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch and the TownSteel CE/CEI-109 is a Grade 1 extra heavy duty entry/office lockset; measure the existing backset from the door edge to the center of the bore before matching either one to the prep.
24) Is the BEST 9KW lock heavy duty enough for a school corridor or an apartment building entry?
It is built for commercial traffic: heavy duty rating, with brass or bronze trim and internal parts of brass, bronze, zinc alloy, or corrosion-treated steel. That construction plus the cylindrical chassis is what handles a door cycled hundreds of times a day. For comparison among mechanical options at similar traffic, the TownSteel CE/CEI-109 and CEC/CECI-109 are Grade 1 extra heavy duty locksets and the CDC-109 is a Grade 1 clutched heavy duty lockset, the clutch being what protects the lock when someone hangs on a locked lever.
25) Which cylindrical lock connects two rooms rather than controlling access from a corridor?
The Cal-Royal BA04 is a communicating cylindrical lock built on the ANSI F80 Grade 2 function for doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch, the function used between two adjoining rooms. The BEST 9KW is not a communicating lock - it is an electronic cylindrical lock configured fail-safe or fail-secure so the opening can be locked or unlocked from a remote switch or an access control system, which is what a corridor or perimeter door needs.
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