HES 1500 Series Electric Strike — Cylindrical / Mortise Latchbolt Strike for Chicago Commercial
Model / Series: 1500
The HES 1500 Series is a standard-duty electric strike for cylindrical and mortise latchbolt locksets (no deadbolt) — 1,500 lbs static, 70 ft-lbs dynamic, 4-7/8" strike plate, 1-3/8" depth. The Chicago go-to strike for general commercial latchbolt openings. The 1500C 'Complete Pac' SKU ships with multiple faceplates (1J, 1K, 1KD, 1KM) for universal frame fit.
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Specifications
- Brand
- HES (an ASSA ABLOY brand)
- Series
- HES 1500
- Model
- 1500 (1500C 'Complete Pac' includes faceplates 1J, 1K, 1KD, 1KM)
- Form Factor
- Internally-mounted electric strike for cylindrical and mortise latchbolt locksets (no deadbolt)
- Static Strength
- 1,500 lbs
- Dynamic Strength
- 70 ft-lbs
- Strike Plate
- 4-7/8 in (124 mm)
- Depth
- 1-3/8 in
- Voltage
- Dual 12 / 24 VDC (per Complete Pac SKU)
- Lockset Compatibility
- All brands of cylindrical and mortise latchbolt locksets (no deadbolt)
- Configurations
- Fire-rated and non-fire-rated SKUs available; 630 satin stainless and other faceplate finishes
Best Fit & Recommended For
HES 1500 Series Electric Strike
The HES 1500 Series is the standard-duty electric strike for cylindrical and mortise latchbolt locksets (no deadbolt) — Vidimost’s most-installed strike at general Chicago commercial openings where a latchbolt-only strike fits the door hardware. The 1500C “Complete Pac” SKU ships with multiple faceplates (1J, 1K, 1KD, 1KM) so the same kit fits virtually any frame prep without ordering separately.
What’s Confirmed by the Official HES Spec
These specifications come directly from HES product documentation:
- Static strength: 1,500 lbs
- Dynamic strength: 70 ft-lbs
- Strike plate: 4-7/8 in (124 mm)
- Depth: 1-3/8 in
- Lockset compatibility: all brands of cylindrical and mortise latchbolt locks (no deadbolt — for deadbolt openings, see HES 1600)
- Voltage: dual 12 / 24 VDC (Complete Pac SKU)
- Configurations: fire-rated and non-fire-rated SKUs available
1500 vs. 1006 vs. 1600 — Pick the Right Strike
| Strike | Strength | Best Fit |
|---|---|---|
| HES 1006 | 3,000 lbs static / 350 ft-lbs dynamic | High-abuse openings (schools, healthcare, government) |
| HES 1500 (this page) | 1,500 lbs / 70 ft-lbs | Standard cylindrical / mortise latchbolt — Vidimost default |
| HES 1600 | 1,500 lbs / 70 ft-lbs | Latchbolt + deadbolt locks (up to 1” deadbolt) |
For most general Chicago commercial cylindrical-prep openings, the 1500 is the right pick — Grade 1 strength at a sensible cost for typical commercial use. Step up to the 1006 for high-abuse positions; switch to the 1600 when the lock has a deadbolt.
Where the HES 1500 Wins in Chicago
- Commercial office cylindrical-prep entry doors
- Multi-tenant residential common-area doors with latchbolt locksets
- Healthcare clinic and administrative-area cylindrical doors
- Education facility classroom and corridor doors
- Hospitality back-of-house cylindrical doors
- Retail back-of-house and storefront doors
- Industrial / warehouse personnel doors
- Government / municipal cylindrical-prep openings
- Property management portfolio standardized cylindrical-prep deployments
Local Chicago Coverage
Vidimost installs the HES 1500 Series across the full city of Chicago for general commercial cylindrical / mortise latchbolt openings.
Recommended Pairings
- HES 1006 — heavy-duty upgrade for high-abuse openings
- HES 1600 — for latchbolt + deadbolt openings on the same project
- HES 4500C — fire-rated 2” frame option
Professional Installation by Vidimost
Vidimost LLC installs the HES 1500 Series across Chicago for standard commercial cylindrical and mortise latchbolt openings. Full-scope service includes site walkthrough, frame prep verification, faceplate selection from the Complete Pac, strike installation with field-selectable voltage and fail-mode, and integration with the access control panel. Contact us for a free site walkthrough and quote.
Frequently Installed Together
HES
HES 1006
Heavy-duty Grade 1 electric strike rated past 3,000 lbs static and a million cycles — for doors that get kicked, slammed, and used all day.
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HES 1600
Takes both the latchbolt and up to a 1-inch deadbolt — the electric strike for storefront doors that get bolted after closing.
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HES 4500C
Fire-rated electric strike for 2-inch UL 10C steel and wood frames — the pick when a stairwell or corridor door has to keep its rating.
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