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(11) | EP 2 476 825 A3 |
| (12) | EUROPEAN PATENT APPLICATION |
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| (54) | Enhanced security outdoor use lock mechanism |
| (57) The present invention relates to locks of externally used electric cabinets or voice
and data communication cabinets at public places where protection against casual intruders
is required. Said lock mechanism comprises a main body accommodating a handle. Rotation
of said handle activates longitudinal rods movable on a locking and unlocking direction
with respective slots. Rotation of said handle is allowed upon operation of two locks
in a sequence according to the present invention. A mechanical lock having a conventional
cylinder is accessible from the outside of the cabinet such that a person having the
correct combination key can open the lock. However, rotation of said mechanical lock
will not open the door until a second electric lock is activated, the latter lock
being not accessible from the outside of the cabinet.
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