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Why would I use an electric strike with the QEL device?

Using an electric strike with a device with Electric Latch Retraction (EL, QEL , or MEL) would not be common since they both unlatch the door.

You might use this combination to achieve a “Fail Safe” door access situation, but could not be used on a fire rated doors.

Using a Fail Safe trim is a probably a better way to get a “Fail Safe” application and could be used on a fire rated doors.


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