ELS | Midnight® Series: V2, Central Locking Kits (12V/24V, RHS/LHS)

ELS (Electronic Locking Solutions) | Midnight® Series: V2, Central Locking Kits

This listing is for our Central Locking Kit (only) that is suited to all versions of our Midnight® V2 Whale Tail range. (Excludes: V3, V3 MINI & V3 Special Edition handles) 

Available as either 12V or 24V and/or RHS or LHS kit versions.

This listing is for our Central Locking Kit (only) that is suited to our Midnight® Series V2 handle (10503). It is available in 12V and 24V versions, as well as right-sided or left-sided orientations.

Our Selectlok designed Midnight® Series whale tail style handles are made to last. A sturdy construction that has been proven to take a bullet. Not only that, but we also protect the actuator on all sides with a steel plate. The whale tail style design makes it easy to open with gloves.

How Does Central Locking / ELS Work?

Modern electronic locking technologies, (including Central Locking Systems and Electronic Locking Solution [ELS] Ecosystems) are designed to provide convenient and reliable remote security control for doors, storage compartments, and enclosed equipment. They build on traditional locking principles while introducing different methods of operation and electronic system integration.

Central locking and ELS components can use different engineering architectures to maintain secure locking performance even when the system is not electrically energised. The two most common design methods that are relied upon are:

Mechanical Actuator Units

• These are electronically activated locking mechanisms, generally driven via a series of mechanically connected linkages or gears.

Traditional central locking systems are commonly built around mechanical actuator units operating on 12V or 24V power supplies. When a lock or unlock signal is sent, the actuator moves internal components such as shafts, linkages, worm gears, or cam mechanisms to physically engage or release the locking pawl.

In most actuator-based systems, the handle remains in its locked or unlocked position until an opposite electrical signal is received.

Solenoid-Based Units

• These rely on solenoid-based electromagnetic hold technology to disengage and control the position of the locking mechanism.

Instead of maintaining position through mechanical drive, internal solenoid-based designs utilise a briefly stored electrical charge to electromagnetically control the position of the locking pin/pawl mechanism.

When the remote fobs lock or unlock button is pressed, it generates a brief electrical signal that energises the solenoid and holds the locking pin’s position in the unlocked (open) state using electromagnetic force.

When the electrical signal stops and as the stored charge dissipates, the solenoid loses its electromagnetism and releases its hold, allowing the latch to automatically return to its default locked (closed) state.

Remarks

• Compatible power supplies: 12V or 24V
• System integration: Can be integrated into OEM (factory) vehicle central locking systems or configured to work alongside compatible ELS product ecosystems (both pre-exisiting or new install)
• Compatible ELS/Central Locking Product Systems:
  • ELS | NP0044: Folding-WT handles with integrated central locking (and/or) Full length push-button compression latches with integrated central locking (also including) NP0044 series control box module, shunt, 40 A relays and applicable 6V/12Vwiring harnesses.
  • ELS | V3 and/or V3 MINI Midnights: Mini & full sized Whale tail handles w/ additional 12V or 24V central locking actuator kits
  • ELS | V2 Midnights: Whale tail handles w/ additional 12V central locking actuator kits
  • ELS | Central Locking "Dish" Swing Handle: Swing Handle & integrated central locking dish (recessed design / 12V DC). Able to be configured to work within both aftermarket and OEM vehicle ELS ecosystems

Supporting Technical Resources

Amp Draw & Relay Usage

Current draw on actuator-based locking units is approximately 2–4 A (amps) per load. Selectlok recommends a maximum of three (3) units per 40 A relay.

View our Technical Datasheet

Please Note

Not sure whether you need a right-sided or left-sided? With the handle orientated the correct way up (keyway at the top) please compared to the image below to choose your desired placement.