Loss Prevention Standard

LPS 1242: ISSUE 1

Requirements and Testing Procedures for the

LPCB Approval and Listing of Cylinders for
Locks

This standard identifies evaluation and testing methods for the

classification of the security performance of lock cylinders by the
Loss Prevention Certification Board.

This standard is available for information only and should not be used for any other purpose. Its use is subject
to interpretation by LPCB and BRE experts (see foreword for details), and we take no responsibility for its use
by others. Any distribution or use of this material may only be done with the written permission of BRE
Certification Ltd. Those wishing to use or reproduce this standard for any purpose other than to obtain
approval from LPCB should apply to enquiries@brecertification.co.uk for a licence. Training is likely to be
required and a fee will normally be payable.

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PARTICIPATING ORGANISATIONS

This standard was prepared by Expert Group G and approved by the LPC Fire and Security
Board of BRE Certification Ltd. The following organisations participated in the preparation of
this standard:-

Association of British Insurers

Association of Builders Hardware Manufacturers
Association of Chief Police Officers
Association for Specialist Fire Protection
British Fire Protection Systems Association
British Security Industry Association
Chief & Assistant Chief Fire Officers Association
Door & Shutter Manufacturers Association
Electrical Contractors Association
Health & Safety Executive
Office of the Deputy Prime Minister
Police Scientific Development Branch
Risk Engineering Data Exchange Group
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
Special Services Group

REVISION OF LOSS PREVENTION STANDARDS

Loss Prevention Standards will be revised by issue of revised editions or amendments.

Details will be posted on our website at www.brecertification.com

USERS OF LOSS PREVENTION STANDARDS SHOULD ENSURE THAT THEY POSSESS

THE LATEST ISSUE AND ALL AMENDMENTS.

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FOREWORD

This standard identifies the evaluation and testing practices for the LPCB approval and listing
of products. LPCB Listing of life safety and security products for inclusion in the “Red Book”
is based on the following

i. Satisfactory product performance during testing and audit testing

ii. Satisfactory product construction
iii. Satisfactory manufacturing processes
iv. Satisfactory product service experience.

NB:- Compliance with this LPS standard does not in itself confer immunity from legal
obligations.

LPCB offers a full range of services for approval and testing. Listed products appear in the LPCB List of Approved Fire and
Security Products and Services which may be viewed on our website at www.brecertification.com or obtained in hard copy or CD
ROM by contacting us at LPCB, Garston, Herts WD25 9XX.
Tel: +44 (0) 1923 664100, Fax: +44 (0) 1923 664994, E-mail: enquiries@brecertification.co.uk

* NOTE: BRE and BRE Certification are owned by the Foundation for the Built Environment which is a registered charity. The
Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) is part of BRE Certification and lists approved products and services within the fire
and security sectors.

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CONTENTS PAGE

- PARTICIPATING ORGANISATIONS 1

- FOREWORD 2

1 SCOPE 4

2 DEFINITIONS 5

3 REQUIREMENTS 6

4 DESIGN & PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS 8

5 TEST METHOD 12

6 CLASSIFICATION 18

7 PUBLICATIONS REFERRED TO 20

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1 SCOPE

This standard describes requirements and test methods for classifying strength, durability,
general security and burglary resistance to physical attack of cylinders and their original
keys, and applies to cylinders that may be employed in lock sets used on the doors of
buildings, or in padlocks.

The resistance of the cylinder to surreptitious manipulation is not tested. This will be the
subject of a future Loss Prevention Standard.

The requirements and test methods for classifying electronically coded keys and cylinders
are beyond the scope of this standard.

The suitability of cylinders certificated to LPS1242 for use on fire/smoke-door assemblies

is determined by fire performance tests conducted as described in Annex A of
EN1303:1998.

The compatibility of cylinders and products which the cylinders may be incorporated in, or
used with, is beyond the scope of this standard.

The requirements and test procedures described in this standard have, as far as possible,
been rationalised and harmonised with the following corresponding European and Loss
Prevention Council standards:

EN 1303:1998(i) Building hardware - Cylinders for locks - Requirements and test

methods.

LPS 1175:Issue 5(ii) Specification for testing and classifying the burglary resistance
of building components, strongpoints and security enclosures.

Notes:

(i) Normative reference.

Subsequent amendments to or revision of the referenced publication shall only apply

to this Loss Prevention Standard when incorporated in it by amendment or revision.

(ii) Informative reference.

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2 DEFINITIONS

The following definitions, in addition to those of EN 1303:1998 shall apply for the purposes
of this standard.

2.1 Attack side(s)

The face of the product confronting the person attempting forced entry.

2.2 Attack resistance

The capacity of the cylinder to withstand the attempt of forced operation via manual
intervention.

2.3 Attack resistance rating

Indication of the degree of attack resistance exhibited by the cylinder.

2.4 Attack resistance rating expectation

The anticipated attack resistance rating for which the cylinder was designed.

2.5 Classification expectation

The anticipated classifications according to this standard for which the cylinder was
designed.

2.6 Manual intervention attack test

A manual attempt at operating the cam or other operating element of the cylinder by
forcing or removing the plug with the aid of tools but without using the original (change)
key.

2.7 Next closest key

Key which has one step at the next operating level, either up or down, from the
corresponding step on the original key.

2.8 Original (change) key

Key profiled to specifically operate the mechanism of the cylinder being tested.

2.9 Thumbturn

A fitting on the non-attack side of some cylinders which is used to operate the cam directly.

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2.10 Total test time

The maximum duration of a manual intervention attack test which is the sum of the
accrued working time, rest time of an operative for well being and safety reasons, time to
change tools or exchange defective expendable tool elements and any inspection time
called by the project leader.

2.11 Working (resistance) time

The aggregate time of an attack test.

3 REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Information to be supplied by the applicant

3.1.1 General

Prior to examination and testing an applicant shall furnish LPCB with comprehensive
information about the product for their consideration. All documents shall be dated and
given a reference number and issue description. If the applicant is not the manufacturer
then an application must be accompanied by written permission from the manufacturer for
testing to be undertaken.

3.1.2 Data

The applicant shall supply the following detailed information relating to the product and
hardware to be tested.

a) Manufacturing responsibilities:

i) Name of manufacturer
ii) Place of manufacture
iii) Year of manufacture
iv) Relationship of applicant to manufacturer
v) Company responsible for design and quality assurance

b) Specifications and drawings accurately detailing the lock cylinders, including:

i) General assembly
ii) Cross sections
iii) Specifications for the various tumbler and disc designs and materials used,
and rules relating to the minimum numbers of each type of moveable detainer
employed in each cylinder of the type to be tested
iv) The location and design of any local areas of special protection
v) Details of any other elements relevant to physical security

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c) Instructions and specifications for secure and effective installation/use of the lock
cylinder including limitations and recommendation for compatible door and lock
materials/designs and anchorage where applicable.

d) Whether the product and hardware to be tested are prototypes or in series production.

e) Details regarding the options available with the cylinder, for example thumbturns, and
copies of drawings that specify them.

f) The side of the cylinder designed to resist attack shall be identified.

g) The applicant's classification expectation.

h) Evidence of any patents relating to the key.

3.2 Specimens to be supplied for testing

Subsequent to the LPCB's acceptance of an application for certification, the following shall
be observed:

a) The applicant shall supply the agreed number of specimens. Samples taken from
series production shall be selected by a representative of LPCB.

If a prototype lock cylinder is supplied for testing, certification will not be given until the
drawings for subsequent series production have been examined and confirmed that
they accord with the tested prototype or that any changes will not affect the
classification attained.

b) Additional component parts, such as spare keys, may be requested for testing
purposes.

c) When the product incorporates advances or changes in technology, then additional

samples or components may be requested for evaluation prior to the supply of the
agreed samples.

d) The number of specimens to be supplied for testing shall be specified by the

laboratory and shall be dependent on the range and scope of application of the
devices.

e) All specimens shall be supplied complete with any associated hardware, fixings and
instructions.

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4 DESIGN AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Where possible, the structure of this clause reflects the classification as given in Clause 6.

4.1 Category of use - operation at extremes of temperature

As per Clause 4.1.1 of EN 1303:1998.

4.2 Durability

As per Clauses 4.2.1 and 4.2.2 of EN 1303:1998.

4.3 Door mass.

As per Clause 4.3 of EN 1303:1998.

4.4 Fire resistance

As per Clause 4.4 and annex A of EN 1303:1998.

4.5 Safety

As per Clause 4.5 of EN 1303:1998.

4.6 Corrosion resistance

As per Clause 4.6 and Annex B of EN 1303:1998.

Both sides of double cylinders shall be operable following the corrosion test.

Thumbturns, where fitted, shall be operable after the corrosion test using a maximum
torque on the thumb turn of 1.5Nm.

4.7 Security

The security of both sides of a double cylinder shall be assessed and classified.

4.7.1 Minimum number of effective differs:

The minimum number of effective differs shall be as indicated in Table 1.

4.7.2 Minimum number of moveable detainers:

The minimum number of moveable detainers shall be as indicated in Table 1.

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4.7.3 Maximum number of steps at the same level

The choice of key steps for moveable detainer operation which have the same operating
level shall be restricted as indicated in Table 1.

A maximum of two adjacent steps in any one row of detainers may be on the same level
for grades A,B,C,D and E. No two adjacent detainers in cylinders of grades F, G and H
shall be at the same step height in any of the rows.

4.7.4 Direct coding of keys

Direct coding of keys shall not be permitted for cylinders of security grades C, D, E, F, G
and H.

4.7.5 Resistance to drilling

The cylinder shall pass tests in accordance with Clause 5.3.7.5 for the applicable security
grade.

After testing in accordance with Clause 5.3.7.5, it shall not be possible to rotate the lock
driving element of the cylinders without the correct key, using a maximum torque of 5 Nm.
It is not necessary for the correct key to operate the cylinder after testing.

4.7.6 Resistance to attack by chisel

After testing in accordance with Clause 5.3.7.6, it shall not be possible to rotate the lock
driving element of the cylinders without the correct key, using a maximum torque of 5 Nm.
It is not necessary for the correct key to operate the cylinder after testing.

4.7.7 Resistance to twisting

After testing in accordance with Clause 5.3.7.7, it shall not be possible to rotate the lock
driving element of the cylinders without the correct key, using a maximum torque of 5 Nm.
It is not necessary for the correct key to operate the cylinder after testing.

4.7.8 Resistance to plug/cylinder extraction

When tested in accordance with Clause 5.3.7.8, the requirements of Table 1 shall apply.

After testing in accordance with 5.3.7.8, it shall not be possible to rotate the lock driving
element of the cylinders manually with 5 Nm through 360o, or in the case of cylinders with
restricted plug movement, to the maximum permitted by the design. It is not necessary for
the correct key to operate the cylinder after testing.

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4.7.9 Operation of the security mechanism

When tested in accordance with clause 5.3.7.9, the following shall apply.

For security grades A to E refer to requirements for grades 1 to 5 respectively in Clause

4.7.9 of EN 1303:1998.

For security grades F, G and H, test as per grades 4 and 5 in Clause 4.7.9 of EN
1303:1998.

4.7.10 Torque resistance of the plug/cylinder

When tested in accordance with Clause 5.3.7.10, it shall not be possible to rotate the plug
and/or cylinder using the specified applied torque.

The maximum torque referenced in Table 1 shall be applied as appropriate.

4.7.11 Key availability

Cylinder manufacturers shall exercise suitable control over the issue of keys and key
blanks for use with the cylinder. These controls are defined in Table 1.

4.7.11.1 Keys for cylinders of grades E, F, G and H shall be covered by a UK patent.

4.7.11.2 Cylinders (and their keys) of grades D, E, F, G and H shall be subject to registration by the
manufacturer. In addition, procedures for controlling updates to the registration database
and the release of information shall be in place. Data relating to registration of keys of
grades G and H shall be stored on a database approved to LPS 1224 (Requirements for
Secure Database Registers).

4.7.11.3 The cylinder manufacturer shall have suitable controls in place, such that the issue of
duplicate keys for cylinders of grades F, G and H is restricted to being undertaken by the
cylinder manufacturer only. Duplicate keys shall only be issued to persons nominated on
written authorisation from the registered holders of the cylinder and original key.

4.7.11.4 The cylinder manufacturer shall have suitable controls in place such that issue of duplicate
keys for cylinders of grades D and E is restricted to being undertaken by the cylinder
manufacturer, and/or other bodies nominated by the cylinder manufacturer. Duplicate keys
shall only be issued to persons nominated on written authorisation from the registered
holders of the cylinder and original key.

4.7.11.5 Master keying of cylinders of grades G and H is not permitted.

4.8 Attack resistance

Following tests in accordance with Clause 5.3.8 it shall not be possible to operate the
cylinder's lock driving element without using the original key. It is not necessary for the
original key to operate the cylinder after testing.

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Table 1: Security Requirements

Clause Relative Requirement Test Grades

clause in clause
EN 1303: A B C D E F G H
1998
4.7.1 4.7.1 Minimum number of effective 8.7.1 100 300 15000 30000 100000 250000 500000 1000000
differs
4.7.2 4.7.2 Minimum number of moveable 8.7.2 2 3 5 6 6 7 8 9
detainers
4.7.3 4.7.3 Maximum number of steps at 8.7.3 100 70 60 60 50 50 50 40
the same level (%)
Maximum number of adjacent 2 2 2 2 2 0 0 0
steps at the same operating
level
4.7.4 4.7.4 Direct coding on keys 8.7.4 Yes Yes No No No No No No
4.7.5 4.7.5 Resistance to drilling - 8.7.5 N/A N/A N/A 3 5 5 5 10
maximum net test time
(minutes)
Resistance to drilling - N/A N/A N/A 5 10 20 20 30
maximum total test time
(minutes)
Drill Type N/A N/A N/A I I II III III
4.7.6 4.7.6 Resistance to attack by chisel 8.7.6 N/A N/A N/A 30 40 50 50 50
-
n (number of blows)
4.7.7 4.7.7 Resistance to twisting - 8.7.7 N/A N/A N/A 20 30 40 50 50
m (total number of twists)
4.7.8 4.7.8 Resistance to plug/cylinder 8.7.8 N/A N/A N/A 15 15 17 17 17
extraction (kN)
Time allowed (minutes) N/A N/A N/A 3 5 5 5 10
4.7.9 4.7.9 Operation of security 8.7.9 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5
mechanism (Nm)
4.7.10 4.7.10 Torque resistance of 8.7.10 2.5 5 15 20 30 40 50 50
plug/cylinder - maximum
torque (Nm)
Tolerance (Nm) +0.25 +0.5 +1.5 +2 +3 +4 +5 +5
-0 -0 -0 -0 -0 -0 -0 -0
4.7.11.1 N/A Patented key design 8.7.11.1 N/A N/A N/A N/A Yes Yes Yes Yes
4.7.11.2 N/A Manufacturer key registration - 8.7.11.2 N/A N/A N/A Yes Yes Yes Yes N/A
General
Manufacturer key registration - N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Yes
LPS1224 database
4.7.11.3 N/A Restricted key cutting 8.7.11.3 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Yes Yes Yes
(manufacturers only)
4.7.11.4 N/A Semi - restricted key cutting 8.7.11.4 N/A N/A N/A Yes Yes N/A N/A N/A
(manufacturers and approved
stockists only)
4.7.11.5 N/A Cylinder can be part of a 8.7.11.5 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No
master key system
Domestic High
Indication of security level Low
front door security

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5 TEST METHOD

5.1 Testing protocol

General laboratory procedures, confidential handling of specimens, event record

requirements and presentation of the test report shall be in accordance with the
requirements specified in BS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2000 (General requirements for the
competence of testing and calibration laboratories).

5.2 Examination

5.2.1 Data

All information and drawings supplied will be reviewed to ensure suitability for testing and
approval purposes.

5.2.2 Conformity between specimen and documentation

Prior to testing and test specimen(s) shall be visually examined for conformity with the
details supplied by the applicant. A lack of conformity identified at this stage or during
testing will, unless promptly corrected, prevent granting of certification.

5.2.3 Instructions

The instructions and recommendations for secure installation and maintenance of the
product shall be reviewed for adequacy of information, to include limitations of use and
recommendation for compatible door and lock materials/designs and anchorage where
applicable, and to assess any potential weaknesses for test purposes.

5.3 Method

Three cylinders and their original keys shall be taken at random and submitted for each set
of tests for categories 1 to 7 as detailed in Clause 5.1 of EN 1303:1998.

The test sequence is shown in annex A.

5.3.1 Test of operation at extremes of temperatures

Reference is made to Clause 5.1.1 of EN 1303:1998.

5.3.2 Durability tests

Reference is made to Clauses 5.2.1 and 5.2.2 of EN 1303:1998.

5.3.3 Door mass

No tests.

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5.3.4 Fire resistance

Reference is made to Annex A of EN 1303:1998.

5.3.5 Safety

No Tests.

5.3.6 Corrosion resistance

Reference is made to Annex B of EN 1303:1998.

5.3.7 Security

5.3.7.1 Minimum number of effective differs

Check in accordance with Clause 4.7.1. The number of effective differs shall be confirmed
by visual examination of the security mechanisms, measurement of the components and
reference to the manufacturing drawings and differ charts and any other relevant
supporting documentation supplied by the manufacturer.

5.3.7.2 Minimum number of moveable detainers

Check in accordance with Clause 4.7.2. This shall be confirmed through visual
examination of the security mechanisms and reference to the manufacturer's
documentation.

5.3.7.3 Maximum number of steps

Check in accordance with Clause 4.7.3. This shall be confirmed through visual
examination of the security mechanisms and reference to the manufacturer's
documentation.

5.3.7.4 Direct coding of keys

Check in accordance with Clause 4.7.4. This shall be confirmed through visual
examination of the security mechanisms and reference to the manufacturer's
documentation.

5.3.7.5 Resistance to drilling

The requirements of Clause 4.7.5 shall be satisfied.

This test is not applicable to cylinders for security grades A, B or C. For security grades D,
E, F, G and H, three cylinders shall be tested in apparatus of the design illustrated in figure
C2 in annex C of EN 1303.

The mounting of the cylinder, the drill employed and the force applied shall be in
accordance with clause 5.7.5 of EN 1303:1998.

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Drill bits as defined in Tables 1 and 2 shall be used. The test authority shall choose the
points of application to the face of the cylinder. A maximum of three drills per cylinder can
be used.

Table 2: Drill bits

Drill bit Type Maximum diameter (mm)

reference
I HSS 12
II Carbide tipped 12
III Carbide fluted 13

Drilling shall continue for the appropriate maximum net drilling time within the total time
allowed for each test (see Table 1) including any time taken to attempt rotation of the
cylinder.

It shall not be possible to rotate the lock driving element of the cylinder to the opening
position by means of a suitable tool using a maximum torque of 5 Nm.

Each of the three cylinders shall be tested using a new set of three drills as required.

5.3.7.6 Resistance to attack by chisel

The requirements of Clause 4.7.6 shall be satisfied.

This test is only applicable to cylinders of security grades D,E,F,G and H.

The cylinders shall be tested in an apparatus as illustrated in Figure C.3 in Annex C of EN

1303:1998.

The test shall be carried out with a steel chisel of the type specified in Clause 5.7.6 in EN
1303:1998.

The cylinders, including any reinforcement or protection device with them, shall be
mounted as per specified in Clause 5.7.6 of EN 1303:1998.

A maximum of n blows (where 'n' is the number of blows specified in Table 1) shall be
applied to the chisel by a drop hammer with a mass of 6 kg ± 0.25 kg and falling from a
height of 700 mm ± 10 mm.

The test shall be discontinued if failure to comply with Clause 4.7.6 becomes obvious
during the test.

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5.3.7.7 Resistance to twisting

The requirement of Clause 4.7.7 shall be satisfied.

The cylinders shall be fitted into apparatus as described in Clause 5.3.7.6 and tested in
accordance with Clause 5.7.7 of EN 1303:1998.

If the cylinder and/or its protecting device cannot be gripped and the cylinder does not
project beyond the protecting device and/or face of the door by more than 3 mm, then the
cylinder shall have passed this test.

A maximum of m twists (where 'm' is the number of twists defined in Table 1) shall be
performed, m/2 twists in each direction, clockwise and anticlockwise.

5.3.7.8 Resistance to plug/cylinder extraction

The requirements of Clause 4.7.8 shall be satisfied.

This test is not applicable to cylinders of security grades A, B and C.

The cylinder shall be tested in accordance with Clause 5.7.8 of EN 1303:1998. The force
to be applied to the traction screw in an attempt made to withdraw the plug/cylinder shall
be as specified in Table 1.

5.3.7.9 Operation of security mechanism

The requirements of Clause 4.7.9 shall be satisfied.

The cylinders shall be tested in accordance with Clause 4.7.9 of EN 1303:1998.

For security grades A, B and C, the tests shall be performed on new cylinders.

For security grades D, E, F, G and H, the tests shall be performed on cylinders that have
first been subjected to 50,000 cycles in the durability test specified in Clause 5.2.1 of EN
1303:1998.

5.3.7.10 Torque resistance of plug/cylinder

The requirements of Clause 4.7.10 shall be satisfied.

The cylinders shall be mounted in the metal fixture illustrated in Figure C.5 of Annex C of
EN 1303:1998 in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions. A torque, of the
magnitude specified in Table 1, shall be applied to the key slot by a fluted hardened steel
blank to suit the particular cylinder under test. This shall be supplied to the test laboratory
by the manufacturer of the cylinder undergoing the test.

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5.3.7.11 Key availability

All the requirements of Clause 4.7.11 shall be satisfied.

This shall be confirmed through examination of the manufacturer's documentation.

5.3.8 Attack resistance

5.3.8.1 General

Using tools from the tool category appropriate to the expected attack resistance rating (see
Table 3), attacks against the attack side of the cylinder are made as appropriate with a
view to allowing the lock driving element to be operated without the use of the original key.
The working time (resistance time) shall be recorded in order to determine whether the
cylinder is capable of meeting the expected attack resistance rating. Double-sided
cylinders shall be tested on both sides, in turn, using tools from the tool categories
appropriate to the attack resistance rating expectations for each side so as to confirm the
relative ratings.

Table 3: Attack resistance rating requirements for manual intervention attack tests

Attack resistance Tool category Maximum working time Maximum test

rating* (refer to tool lists in (minutes) duration
clause 4.5.2.4 (minutes)
of LPS 1175)
1 A 1 10
2 B 3 15
3 C 5 20
4 D 10 30
5 E 10 30
6 F 10 30
* Note: The grading structure relates to that used in LPS 1175 (Burglary resistance of
building components, strongpoints and security enclosures) and is based on the following:
domestic security (1/2), commercial (2,3 and 4), and very high risk (5 and 6).

5.3.8.2 Test facility

The cylinders, including any reinforcement or protection devices supplied with them, shall
be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions in a metal fixture of the
type used to mount the cylinder for the drill resistance test (clause 5.3.7.5). For the
purposes of these tests, the block shall be securely mounted in the vertical plane. The
apparatus shall also comprise attack tools of the appropriate category as specified in
Table 3.

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5.3.8.3 Test team

The test team shall comprise a team leader whose function is to direct, time, compile an
event record and control the testing work on the specimens and a test operative whose
prime function is to carry out the testing work on the specimens as directed by the team
leader.

At any time during testing the team leader may substitute himself for the test operative, the
operative assuming the role of timekeeper whilst maintaining the event record.

A different test operative may be used for different styles of attack but only one operative
(other than the team leader) shall partake in any individual attack test.

5.3.8.4 Test method

Mount the cylinders, including any reinforcement or protection devices supplied with them
in the test block as described in Clause 5.3.8.2, in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions, with the attack side confronting the test operative.

A series of attack tests, using tools of the appropriate category relative to the attack
resistance rating expectation, shall then be undertaken. Each individual attack test shall be
continued until either (i) the objective is achieved, that is, the lock driving mechanism can
be operated without using the original key, or (ii) the maximum test duration is exceeded,
or (iii) the team leader decides that the attack is ineffective for classification purposes.

Each individual attack test shall be undertaken on a new specimen.

During each individual attack test the timing device used to measure test duration shall
remain activated. The resolution of this device shall be at least 1 second. The timing
device(s) used to record working time shall have a resolution of at least 0.01 second. At
the conclusion of the test the working time shall be rounded to the next full second.

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6 CLASSIFICATION

Classification shall be in accordance with the coding system shown in Table 4 and
described in Clauses 9.1 to 9.9.

Table 4: Classification

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Category of Test cycles/ Door mass Fire Safety Corrosion Security Patent expiry Attack
use durability resistance resistance date resistance
1 4, 5 or 6 - 0 or 1 - 0 or 1 A to H month/year 0 to 6

6.1 Category of use

Cylinders shall be classified as grade 1 in box 1 of the classification bar (Figure 1), as per
Clause 6.1 of EN 1303:1998.

6.2 Test cycles

Cylinders shall be classified as grade 4, 5 or 6, as per Clause 6.2 of EN 1303:1998, and

the relative grade placed in box 2 in the classification bar.

6.3 Door mass

No classification exists relating to restriction of use according to door mass. A horizontal

line shall therefore be placed through box 3 in the classification bar.

6.4 Fire resistance

Fire resistance shall be classified in box 4 of the classification bar, as grade 0 or 1, where
0 is no requirement.

6.5 Safety

No classification exists relating to safety. A horizontal line shall therefore be placed

through box 5 in the classification bar.

6.6 Corrosion resistance

Corrosion resistance shall be classified in box 6 of the classification bar, as grade 0 or 1,

where 0 is no minimum level of corrosion resistance.

6.7 Security

Cylinders shall be classified in security grades A to H, where H is the highest. A horizontal

line shall be entered into this box when classifying the side of a double cylinder that
incorporates a thumbturn.

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6.8 Patent expiry date

The month and year of expiry of a valid UK patent of the key shall be placed in box 8
where a patent is required (Clause 4.7.11.1). This shall be in the following format:

xx/#### where: xx is the month, i.e. '01' = January and '12' = December.
#### is the year, e.g. 2010.

6.9 Attack resistance

Cylinders shall be classified in attack resistance ratings 0 to 6, where 6 is the highest. A '0'
shall be entered into this box when classifying cylinders that have not been tested in
accordance with Clause 5.3.8, or have failed to comply with the requirements of grade 1
when tested in accordance with Clause 5.3.8.

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7 PUBLICATIONS REFERRED TO:

EN 1303:1998 Building hardware - Cylinders for locks - Requirements

and test methods.

BS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2000 General requirements for the competence of testing and

calibration laboratories

LPS 1175:Issue 5 Specification for testing and classifying the burglary

resistance of building components, strongpoints and
security enclosures.

LPS1224:Issue 2 Requirements for secure database registers.

For undated references the latest edition of the publication referred to applies.

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Annex A : Test Sequence (informative)

Sample 1a 5.3.7.9 5.3.1 5.3.2 5.3.2 5.3.7.6

Security Operation of Î Operation at Î Durability Î Key Strength Î Resistance to
Grades A to C security extreme chisel
mechanism temperatures

Sample 1b 5.3.1 5.3.2 5.3.7.9 5.3.2 5.3.7.6

Security Operation at Î Durability Î Operation of Î Key strength Î Resistance to
Grades D to H extreme security chisel
temperatures. mechanism

Sample 2 5.3.7.5
All grades Resistance to
drilling

Sample 3 5.3.7.7
All grades Resistance to
twisting

Sample 4 5.3.7.8
All grades Resistance to
plug
extraction

Sample 5 5.3.7.10
All grades Torque
resistance of
plug/cylinder

Sample 6 5.3.4
All grades Fire
resistance

Sample 7 5.3.6
All grades Corrosion
resistance

Total number of samples for categories 1 to 7: 7 x 3 = 21

Sample 8 5.3.8
All grades Attack
resistance

Total number of samples for category 9: To be determined by the laboratory

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Amendments Issued Since Publication

DOCUMENT NO. AMENDMENT DETAILS SIGNATURE DATE

1242 Copyright and address changes CJA 19.10.01

1242 Further copyright change CJA 30.7.02

1242 Reformatting to standard template CJA 24.9.03

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