Kale 152R45 Cylinder Operated Oval Deadbolt

Kale 152R45 Cylinder Mortise Lock with Oval Forend

The Kale 152R45 is one of Turkey's most widely used mortise lock models, combining security with aesthetics in modern wooden and metal door systems. The most distinctive features of this model are its 45 mm backset and Oval Forend (Oval Faceplate) structure.

The "Oval Forend" design ensures a perfect fit for recesses cut by CNC machines and in serial production door factories. It offers a more modern appearance and easier installation compared to square forends.

Technical Specifications and Structural Details

The Kale 152R45 inspires confidence with its robust internal mechanism and standard-compliant dimensions:

Feature Name	Detailed Description
Brand/Model	Kale 152R40 (Cylinder Mortise Lock - Oval)
Backset	45 mm: Depth from the forend to the center of the cylinder. (Ideal for wider door stiles compared to 40 mm models.)
Center Distance (PZ)	85 mm: Vertical distance between the center of the door handle and the center of the cylinder.
Forend Type	Oval (Rounded Corners): Modern appearance and perfect fit for CNC-cut recesses.
Surface Finish	Nickel Plated: Corrosion-resistant, silver-colored glossy surface.
Body Structure	Galvanized Steel: Rust-resistant body.
Deadbolt and Latch	Brass or Nickel Plated Steel: Durable deadbolt system providing 2-turn locking.
Compatibility	Compatible with all standard Euro-profile cylinders.

Areas of Use and Advantages

This lock model has become a standard, especially in the wooden door industry:

Wooden Apartment Entrance Doors: The 45 mm backset ensures a more balanced placement of the handle and cylinder in wooden doors with wide stiles.

Modern Interior Doors: The oval forend design provides visual integrity with modern door designs featuring rounded lines.

CNC Machined Doors: For doors where the lock recess on the door leaf is cut by CNC machines, the oval corners prevent gaps during installation.

Office and Administrative Building Doors: Offers long-lasting and quiet performance in high-traffic areas.

User Information and Benefits

The Kale 152R45 Oval Forend lock offers various advantages for both installers and end-users:

Aesthetic and Modern Design: The soft transitions of the oval forend, instead of the sharp lines of square forends, enhance the visual quality of the door.

Easy Installation: Its oval structure prevents corners from catching when placed in the lock recess and provides a cleaner junction between the recess and the forend.

High Security Standards: Kale's two-turn deadbolt system offers effective resistance against forced entry from the outside.

Smooth Operation: The precise spring mechanism guarantees that the door handle and cylinder operate smoothly and without sticking for years.

Wide Accessory Compatibility: Thanks to its 85 mm center distance (PZ), it is fully compatible with almost all luxury and standard door handles (on backplate or rose) available on the market.