TS 007 Enhanced security cylinder standard (1, 2 or 3 star)

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The Kitemark standard for cylinders on uPVC and composite doors, aimed at lock snapping. Current edition cited as DHF TS 007-1:2024.

What it actually decides

  • Star rating for snapping, picking, bumping and drilling resistance
  • That a 1-star cylinder needs a 2-star handle to be an acceptable combination
  • That a 3-star cylinder is compliant on its own

Applies to these lock types

UK oval cylinder (uPVC and composite doors) · Multipoint locking system (uPVC / composite)

Why a retrofit designer cares

Retrofitting a smart lock onto an unrated cylinder keeps the weakest component. The right advice pairs the motor with a 3-star cylinder.

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