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Detex DS-24W Weatherized Electric Strike for Gates and Exterior Doors

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Detex DS-24W Weatherized Electric Strike for Gates and Exterior Doors

Heavy-Duty Outdoor Access Control Solution

The Detex DS-24W is a durable, weatherized electric strike engineered specifically for gates and exterior doors exposed to harsh environmental conditions. Factory-set for 24VDC operation with rim panic device compatibility, this unit delivers over 2,000 pounds of holding force and is tested to more than 1,000,000 life cycles. The included gate box and angle bracket accommodate various mounting configurations while UL1034 listing ensures indoor and outdoor burglary resistance compliance.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Weatherized Construction: Specifically designed for outdoor applications and gates exposed to harsh environmental conditions with superior weather resistance.
  • Exceptional Holding Force: Tested to withstand over 2,000 pounds of holding force for maximum security in demanding applications.
  • Heavy-Duty Durability: Rated for more than 1,000,000 life cycles ensuring long-term reliability in high-traffic installations.
  • Flexible Power Options: Standard 24VDC operation with field conversion to 12VDC capability (0.28 Amp at 12VDC, 0.15 Amp at 24VDC).
  • Fail-Secure/Fail-Safe Operation: Field-reversible configuration allows adaptation to specific security requirements with handed but reversible design.
  • Complete Installation Kit: Includes steel gate box suitable for welding or painting plus aluminum angle bracket (GBKT) for versatile mounting options.
  • UL Listed Security: UL1034 listed for indoor and outdoor burglary resistance providing certified protection and code compliance.
  • Rim Device Compatibility: Designed specifically for rim panic devices ensuring proper integration with exit hardware systems.

Technical Specifications

  • Product Category: Electric Strikes
  • Product Group: Gate Hardware
  • Product Subgroup: Electric Strikes
  • Product Type: Electric Strikes for Exit Devices

Installation & Operation

  1. Verify electrical requirements match available power supply. Confirm 24VDC standard operation or convert to 12VDC per application requirements.
  2. Disconnect power supply before beginning installation. Follow all applicable electrical codes and safety procedures.
  3. Mount the gate box in the specified location using welding or appropriate fasteners. Position angle bracket as needed for proper alignment with rim panic device.
  4. Route and connect wiring according to manufacturer wiring diagrams. Use appropriate outdoor-rated wire gauge and weatherproof connections.
  5. Configure fail-secure or fail-safe operation and verify field-reversible settings per application security requirements.
  6. Restore power and test holding force, release operation, and integration with rim panic device throughout full range of motion.
  7. Complete final inspection ensuring weatherproof integrity and proper operation. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete wiring diagrams and outdoor installation specifications.

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Property Perimeter Security
  • Industrial Facility Gate Access Points
  • Parking Facility Entry Systems
  • Warehouse and Distribution Centers
  • Multi-Unit Residential Complexes
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Emergency Exit Compliance Systems

Weatherized Construction

The DS-24W features specialized weatherized construction designed specifically for outdoor applications and gates exposed to harsh environmental conditions. This weatherization ensures reliable operation in exterior installations where standard electric strikes would fail, making it ideal for perimeter security and outdoor access control applications.

Why Choose Detex Quality?

Detex DS-24W electric strikes deliver professional-grade reliability with weatherized construction rated for over 1,000,000 life cycles and tested to withstand more than 2,000 pounds of holding force. UL1034 listing for indoor and outdoor burglary resistance provides certified protection and code compliance. Engineered for demanding outdoor applications where dependable performance and weather resistance are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Product Group:
Gate Hardware
Product Subgroup:
Electric Strikes
Product Type:
Electric Strikes for Exit Devices
Product Category:
Electric Strikes
Department:
Door Hardware

Detex DTXDS-24W – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Detex DS-24W electric strike hold up on an exterior gate, or do I need an indoor strike in a weather box?
The DS-24W is built weatherized for outdoor gates and exterior doors, so it doesn't need to be sheltered the way a standard indoor strike does. It ships with a steel gate box that can be welded or painted in place plus an aluminum GBKT angle bracket, so it can be mounted into gate framing rather than a prepped door frame. It's UL1034 listed for indoor and outdoor burglary resistance.
2) What kind of exit device does the Detex DS-24W strike work with?
Rim panic devices. The DS-24W is made to catch the pullman latch of a rim exit device, so it won't work with a mortise exit device or a vertical rod device that latches at the head and threshold. If the gate leaf carries a rim panic, this is the matching strike.
3) Is the Detex DS-24W 12V or 24V?
It comes factory set for 24VDC and can be converted to 12VDC in the field. Current draw is 0.15 Amp at 24VDC and 0.28 Amp at 12VDC, which is what you size the power supply and the wire run to. On a long gate run, the 24V setting is the easier one to live with.
4) Can the DS-24W be set fail-safe so the gate releases if power drops?
Yes, it's field reversible between fail-secure and fail-safe. Fail-secure keeps the gate locked when power is lost and the exit device still lets people out from the inside; fail-safe unlocks on power loss, which is what some egress and emergency-access schemes call for. You set it on site, so you aren't ordering a specific version.
5) Do I have to order the Detex DS-24W handed for a left or right gate?
The strike is handed but reversible, so one part covers either hand. You set the hand during install rather than specifying it on the order.
6) How much force will the DS-24W strike take on a pried gate?
It's tested to more than 2,000 pounds of holding force and to over 1,000,000 life cycles, which is the pairing that matters on a perimeter gate: the static number covers an attack on the latch, the cycle number covers a parking or delivery gate that gets hit hundreds of times a day.
7) Does the Detex DS-24W come with a gate box, or is that a separate order?
Both the steel gate box and the aluminum GBKT angle bracket are included. The box is bare steel so it can be welded into the gate frame or painted to match. What you supply is the power, the outdoor-rated wiring and weatherproof connections, and the release device or access control that switches it.
8) Is the DS-24W UL listed, and for what?
UL1034, for indoor and outdoor burglary resistance. That's the burglary-resistance listing, and it's the one an MRO or municipal spec on a perimeter opening usually calls for on an electric strike.
9) Do I order a separate model number for the 12 volt version of the Detex DS-24W?
No. There is one orderable model, DTXDS-24W, and the voltage is a field setting rather than a variant. Order the same part whether the site runs 12VDC or 24VDC.
How fast can I get the Detex DTXDS-24W 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 Detex DTXDS-24W come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Detex DTXDS-24W 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 Detex DTXDS-24W?
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