Borg BL5401DDAMGPROECP Mechanical Digital Lock - DDA Compliant Lever - Marine Grade Pro - Fire Rated - Easicode Pro - Black
At A Glance
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Key - Not AvailableThe Borg BL5401DDAMGPROECP is a medium to heavy duty fully mechanical digital lock that brings three specifications together in one unit: Marine Grade Pro construction, Easicode Pro on-door code change, and a DDA compliant AS1428.1-2009 flat bar lever. The flat bar lever needs far less grip force than a round bar lever, which is why it is specified for disability access doors, accessible toilet facilities, and BCA-compliant commercial and institutional work. As part of Borg's mechanical digital range, there are no batteries, no wiring, and nothing to charge.
316 stainless steel internal components under the MG Pro 2 black marine coating deliver 1,000 hours of continuous salt spray resistance - this is the BL5401 to specify on coastal, beachside, and marine sites where the standard satin stainless BL5401SSDDAECP would be out of its depth. It is fire rated to AS 1905.1-2005 (up to 4 hours, doorset dependent), cycle tested past 100,000 operations, and accepts doors from 35mm to 80mm thick. If codes will rarely change and marine grade isn't needed, the non-ECP BL5401SSDDA offers a larger combination pool.
Estimated Warehouse Dispatch
Usually same day if ordered before 11am AEST (excluding weekends and Qld public holidays)
Usually same day if ordered before 11am AEST (excluding weekends and Qld public holidays)
Marine Grade Pro - 316 Stainless Steel - 1,000 Hour Salt Spray Tested
316 stainless steel internal components with the MG Pro 2 black marine external coating, tested to 1,000 continuous hours of salt spray. Suitable for coastal, beachside, and marine environments where standard finishes corrode. What MG Pro actually means on a Borg lock - and how it differs from plain MG - is decoded in MG Pro and ECP Explained.
316 stainless steel internal components with the MG Pro 2 black marine external coating, tested to 1,000 continuous hours of salt spray. Suitable for coastal, beachside, and marine environments where standard finishes corrode. What MG Pro actually means on a Borg lock - and how it differs from plain MG - is decoded in MG Pro and ECP Explained.
Corrosion Resistance Warranted - 12 Months
Borg warrants the corrosion resistance of this Marine Grade Pro unit for 12 months from date of sale under specified conditions - regular wash-down maintenance in salt-air locations keeps the coating performing well beyond it.
Borg warrants the corrosion resistance of this Marine Grade Pro unit for 12 months from date of sale under specified conditions - regular wash-down maintenance in salt-air locations keeps the coating performing well beyond it.
Fire Rated - AS 1905.1-2005
Successfully tested up to 4 hours (depending on doorset) on fire door assemblies in accordance with AS 1905.1-2005 Fire Resistant Doorsets. The whole doorset must be compliant, not just the lock - see our fire door rated locks and Fire Door Buyer's Guide chapter.
Successfully tested up to 4 hours (depending on doorset) on fire door assemblies in accordance with AS 1905.1-2005 Fire Resistant Doorsets. The whole doorset must be compliant, not just the lock - see our fire door rated locks and Fire Door Buyer's Guide chapter.
DDA Compliant Lever - BCA AS1428.1-2009
Flat bar lever compliant with BCA AS1428.1-2009 (Design for Access and Mobility). Requires minimal grip force and torque, so it suits users with limited hand strength or dexterity - disability access doors, accessible toilet facilities, NDIS and SDA housing, and BCA-compliant commercial applications. Lever compliance relates to the handle design only and does not imply full building access compliance. For the wider picture, see our DDA, NDIS and Accessibility Buyer's Guide chapter and the AS1428.1 compliance explainer.
Flat bar lever compliant with BCA AS1428.1-2009 (Design for Access and Mobility). Requires minimal grip force and torque, so it suits users with limited hand strength or dexterity - disability access doors, accessible toilet facilities, NDIS and SDA housing, and BCA-compliant commercial applications. Lever compliance relates to the handle design only and does not imply full building access compliance. For the wider picture, see our DDA, NDIS and Accessibility Buyer's Guide chapter and the AS1428.1 compliance explainer.
Easicode Pro - On-Door Code Change
The PIN code changes while the lock is still on the door, using the included code change key over the Φ button - about 30 seconds once you've done it twice, and no lock removal or tumbler handling at any point. The full 8-step procedure is in the FAQ below, on our code changing guide (Borg ECP section), and in the Borg ECP instructions (PDF, page 4). On-door code change can be permanently disabled with the included deactivation plug if site policy requires it.
The PIN code changes while the lock is still on the door, using the included code change key over the Φ button - about 30 seconds once you've done it twice, and no lock removal or tumbler handling at any point. The full 8-step procedure is in the FAQ below, on our code changing guide (Borg ECP section), and in the Borg ECP instructions (PDF, page 4). On-door code change can be permanently disabled with the included deactivation plug if site policy requires it.
Free Passage Function (F Button)
Enter the code, rotate the lever, and press F while the lever is rotating - the outside lever then works without a code, ideal for business hours or amenity rooms. To return to locked: rotate the lever and press C until you hear the click. Unlike holdback, free passage leaves the latch operating normally, so the door still closes and latches behind you - see Passage Mode vs Holdback Mode for the difference. The function can be permanently deactivated with the included plug.
Enter the code, rotate the lever, and press F while the lever is rotating - the outside lever then works without a code, ideal for business hours or amenity rooms. To return to locked: rotate the lever and press C until you hear the click. Unlike holdback, free passage leaves the latch operating normally, so the door still closes and latches behind you - see Passage Mode vs Holdback Mode for the difference. The function can be permanently deactivated with the included plug.
Fully Mechanical - No Batteries Required
Entirely mechanical. No power source, no wiring, and no battery maintenance at any point in the lock's life - a real advantage in salt air, where battery contacts are usually the first thing to corrode on an electronic lock. New to battery-free keypad locks? Start with What Is a Mechanical Digital Lock? or the Mechanical Digital Locks Buyer's Guide chapter.
Entirely mechanical. No power source, no wiring, and no battery maintenance at any point in the lock's life - a real advantage in salt air, where battery contacts are usually the first thing to corrode on an electronic lock. New to battery-free keypad locks? Start with What Is a Mechanical Digital Lock? or the Mechanical Digital Locks Buyer's Guide chapter.
Designed for medium to heavy usage areas
100,000+ cycle tested - offices, amenities, commercial and institutional doors with regular daily traffic, including exposed coastal sites.
100,000+ cycle tested - offices, amenities, commercial and institutional doors with regular daily traffic, including exposed coastal sites.
Not suitable for high traffic commercial use without a servicing schedule
For maximum heavy duty: consider the Lockwood 3572DX, Borg BL7701, or Carbine CDL7200.
For maximum heavy duty: consider the Lockwood 3572DX, Borg BL7701, or Carbine CDL7200.
Single PIN Code Only
Like all fully mechanical keypad locks, this lock holds one active PIN code at a time - everyone who needs access uses the same code. If you need individual user codes or an audit trail, that is a job for an electronic lock, not a mechanical one.
Like all fully mechanical keypad locks, this lock holds one active PIN code at a time - everyone who needs access uses the same code. If you need individual user codes or an audit trail, that is a job for an electronic lock, not a mechanical one.
Key Features
- Marine Grade Pro (MG Pro 2) black external coating over 316 stainless steel internal components - 1,000 hour salt spray tested for coastal, beachside, and marine sites.
- DDA compliant flat bar lever - AS1428.1-2009; suitable for disability access, accessible toilet, and BCA-compliant applications.
- Easicode Pro (ECP) on-door code change - no lock removal, no tumbler handling; deactivatable with the included plug.
- Fire rated to AS 1905.1-2005 (up to 4 hours, depending on doorset).
- Fully mechanical - no batteries, no wiring, no power source.
- Over 1,000 non-sequential code combinations - the code opens in any digit order.
- Clutching outside lever - free-turning until the correct code is entered, so force on the lever cannot be transferred to the latch; inside DDA lever always free for egress.
- Optional free passage function (F button) - permanently deactivatable.
- 60mm anti-thrust stainless steel tubular latch, 12mm bolt projection; 70mm backset latch available separately.
- 8mm square drive spindle - compatible with most leading tubular latch and lockcase brands.
- Door thickness 35mm to 80mm.
- Cycle tested to 100,000+ operations.
- Reversible on site for left or right hand doors - no extra parts needed.
Access Methods
What's in the Box
- Borg BL5401 DDA MG Pro ECP outside keypad and DDA flat bar lever assembly (black MG Pro 2 coating)
- Inside DDA flat bar lever handle assembly (black MG Pro 2 coating)
- 60mm anti-thrust stainless steel tubular latch (12mm bolt projection)
- Strike plate and box keep
- 2 x spindles (80mm and 90mm)
- M4 stainless steel fixing screws (40mm, 50mm and 60mm options - matching the 35-80mm door range)
- 4 x 16mm screws
- Easicode Pro code change key
- On-door code change deactivation plug (optional use)
- Free passage deactivation plug (optional use)
- Hex wrench (Allen key) for handing changes
- Handle screw rubber grommet
Suitable Uses
- Coastal, beachside, and marine sites needing both DDA lever compliance and genuine salt-air corrosion resistance - surf clubs, beachfront strata amenities, marina facilities
- Disability access doors, accessible toilet facilities, and amenity rooms requiring BCA AS1428.1 compliant lever hardware
- Commercial, strata, institutional, healthcare, and NDIS and SDA housing projects, internal or fully exposed external doors
- Fire-rated door assemblies requiring AS1428.1 compliant lever hardware on an AS 1905.1 doorset
- Sites where codes change often - staff turnover, cleaning contractors, shared facilities - and the 30-second Easicode Pro change earns its keep
Available Finish Options
Black (MG Pro 2)
(This Product)
STK BL5401DDAMGPROECP
The Marine Grade Pro build is made in black only - the MG Pro 2 coating is part of the corrosion protection system, not a colour option. For internal and sheltered doors, the same lock exists in standard-grade satin stainless as the BL5401SSDDAECP.
Borg BL5401 DDA Series - Product Family
Every BL5401 DDA model uses the same AS1428.1-2009 compliant flat bar DDA lever, and every one is fully mechanical with no batteries. The complete locks are fire rated to AS 1905.1-2005 (up to 4 hours, doorset dependent).
ECP = Easicode Pro on-door code change. MG Pro = Marine Grade Pro - 316 stainless internals - 1,000hr salt spray tested. Keypad-only models are replacement outside units - they need a host lock's latch and inside handle. Curious what MG Pro and ECP actually mean on a Borg lock? Read MG Pro and ECP Explained.
Accessories and Spare Parts
The BL5401 sits on Borg's 5000-series platform, so latches, plates and kits are all catalogued items. One honest note on spare keypads: the catalogued DDA spare keypads are standard-grade satin stainless units - Borg does not list a black Marine Grade Pro DDA keypad as a separate spare. For a keypad replacement on a coastal install, talk to Terry's first.
The full 5000-series accessories flyer, including the BL5001002K kit for Lockwood 002 deadlocks, is in PDF Downloads below.
Full Specifications
Dimensions
BL5400 series - outside keypad and inside DDA lever handle. Detailed engineering drawings are in the Dimensions tab.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Marine Grade Pro actually protect against?
Salt-air corrosion - the thing that quietly destroys standard door hardware within a couple of years on beachfront sites. The MG Pro build pairs 316 stainless steel internal components with the MG Pro 2 black external coating, and the assembly is tested to 1,000 continuous hours of salt spray. It is the difference between a lock that survives a marina installation and one that seizes. The full MG / MG Pro / ECP naming system is decoded in MG Pro and ECP Explained.
Salt-air corrosion - the thing that quietly destroys standard door hardware within a couple of years on beachfront sites. The MG Pro build pairs 316 stainless steel internal components with the MG Pro 2 black external coating, and the assembly is tested to 1,000 continuous hours of salt spray. It is the difference between a lock that survives a marina installation and one that seizes. The full MG / MG Pro / ECP naming system is decoded in MG Pro and ECP Explained.
What is the DDA lever and what makes it different from a standard lever?
The BL5401 uses a flat bar lever compliant with BCA AS1428.1-2009 (Design for Access and Mobility). It needs significantly less grip force and torque than a round bar lever, which makes it usable for people with limited hand strength, arthritis, or reduced dexterity. It is the correct lever type wherever BCA accessibility compliance is required of the locking hardware. Lever compliance covers the handle design only; full building access compliance is a certifier's call. Our DDA and NDIS chapter covers the wider requirements.
The BL5401 uses a flat bar lever compliant with BCA AS1428.1-2009 (Design for Access and Mobility). It needs significantly less grip force and torque than a round bar lever, which makes it usable for people with limited hand strength, arthritis, or reduced dexterity. It is the correct lever type wherever BCA accessibility compliance is required of the locking hardware. Lever compliance covers the handle design only; full building access compliance is a certifier's call. Our DDA and NDIS chapter covers the wider requirements.
How do I change the PIN code on the ECP model?
With the door open, enter the current code. Insert the code change key over the Φ button, rotate it 90° clockwise, then press and hold. Press C to clear, enter the new code digits, press all the digits again to confirm, then release the key, rotate it back and remove it. Press C or turn the lever to set. Test the new code at least 5 times before closing the door. The code is non-sequential - if it's 1234, then 4321 or any other order also opens the lock. Full walkthrough with photos: Changing Codes on Mechanical Digital Locks.
With the door open, enter the current code. Insert the code change key over the Φ button, rotate it 90° clockwise, then press and hold. Press C to clear, enter the new code digits, press all the digits again to confirm, then release the key, rotate it back and remove it. Press C or turn the lever to set. Test the new code at least 5 times before closing the door. The code is non-sequential - if it's 1234, then 4321 or any other order also opens the lock. Full walkthrough with photos: Changing Codes on Mechanical Digital Locks.
Can I install this on a fire door?
Yes - it is tested to AS 1905.1-2005 on fire door assemblies, rated up to 4 hours depending on the doorset. The rating belongs to the whole assembly, so every other item of hardware on the door (closer, hinges, seals) must also be fire-rated and compatible with the doorset certification. If you're in a strata building, check the body corporate requirements first - our apartment fire doors guide explains what compliance actually requires.
Yes - it is tested to AS 1905.1-2005 on fire door assemblies, rated up to 4 hours depending on the doorset. The rating belongs to the whole assembly, so every other item of hardware on the door (closer, hinges, seals) must also be fire-rated and compatible with the doorset certification. If you're in a strata building, check the body corporate requirements first - our apartment fire doors guide explains what compliance actually requires.
Do I actually need Marine Grade Pro, or will the satin stainless model do?
Rule of thumb: if the door gets salt air - beachfront, near-beach streets with onshore winds, marinas, pool enclosures with saltwater systems - specify this MG Pro model. If the door is internal or genuinely sheltered and away from the coast, the BL5401SSDDAECP satin stainless does the same job at standard grade. Same lever, same ECP chamber, same fire rating - the difference is purely corrosion protection.
Rule of thumb: if the door gets salt air - beachfront, near-beach streets with onshore winds, marinas, pool enclosures with saltwater systems - specify this MG Pro model. If the door is internal or genuinely sheltered and away from the coast, the BL5401SSDDAECP satin stainless does the same job at standard grade. Same lever, same ECP chamber, same fire rating - the difference is purely corrosion protection.
Additional Information
Marine Grade Maintenance:
Salt air is relentless - even MG Pro hardware repays a routine. Monthly: wipe the keypad and lever surfaces down and apply a light silicon-based lubricant spray (GT85 or equivalent); wipe off the excess. Avoid oil-based lubricants on the keypad, which attract grit. Annually: remove the lock, spray internally through the button holes, and cycle every button and the lever. Full procedure in the Borg Servicing Guide (PDF).
Salt air is relentless - even MG Pro hardware repays a routine. Monthly: wipe the keypad and lever surfaces down and apply a light silicon-based lubricant spray (GT85 or equivalent); wipe off the excess. Avoid oil-based lubricants on the keypad, which attract grit. Annually: remove the lock, spray internally through the button holes, and cycle every button and the lever. Full procedure in the Borg Servicing Guide (PDF).
AS1428.1 Lever Compliance Note:
The DDA flat bar lever meets the design requirements of AS1428.1-2009 for locking hardware in accessible environments. Full building compliance requires confirmation with a building certifier or access consultant. For NDIS and SDA projects, funding pathways for access hardware are covered in our NDIS guide.
The DDA flat bar lever meets the design requirements of AS1428.1-2009 for locking hardware in accessible environments. Full building compliance requires confirmation with a building certifier or access consultant. For NDIS and SDA projects, funding pathways for access hardware are covered in our NDIS guide.
Fire Door Installations:
When specifying for fire door use, confirm every other item of hardware in the assembly is fire-rated and compatible with the doorset certification. Fire door types and what certification really covers are explained in our fire door certification guide.
When specifying for fire door use, confirm every other item of hardware in the assembly is fire-rated and compatible with the doorset certification. Fire door types and what certification really covers are explained in our fire door certification guide.
Spindle Fitting on Third-Party Lockcases:
The 8mm square drive spindle suits most leading tubular latch and lockcase brands. When trimming a spindle to length, keep at least 15mm of blade engaged in each handle - cut too short, the spindle can slip if the door is slammed. Borg's spindle fitting guidance is the most detailed part of the ECP instructions (PDF, page 3).
The 8mm square drive spindle suits most leading tubular latch and lockcase brands. When trimming a spindle to length, keep at least 15mm of blade engaged in each handle - cut too short, the spindle can slip if the door is slammed. Borg's spindle fitting guidance is the most detailed part of the ECP instructions (PDF, page 3).
Need a 70mm Backset?
The supplied latch is 60mm backset - the Australian standard. If your door is drilled for 70mm, the BLL500070 70mm latch swaps straight in.
The supplied latch is 60mm backset - the Australian standard. If your door is drilled for 70mm, the BLL500070 70mm latch swaps straight in.
Borg Locks Warranty - 12 Months (Australia)
All Borg locks are warranted against mechanical defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a minimum of 12 months from date of sale. The warranty does not cover damage arising from misuse, vandalism, or improper installation. The lock must not be dismantled - doing so will invalidate the warranty.
All Borg locks are warranted against mechanical defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a minimum of 12 months from date of sale. The warranty does not cover damage arising from misuse, vandalism, or improper installation. The lock must not be dismantled - doing so will invalidate the warranty.
Purchased through Terry's Locksmiths? Contact Terry's Locksmiths first - we'll manage your warranty claim on your behalf. This warranty operates alongside your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
Download PDF Resources
Borg BL5400 ECP Series Brochure
Borg BL5000 ECP Instructions - Handing, Installation, Code Change and Operation
Borg BL5000 ECP Series User Manual and Code Change Instructions
Borg BL5001 / BL5401 Drilling Template
Borg 5000 Series Accessories and Spare Parts Flyer
Borg Lock Servicing Guide
Borg BL5400 ECP Series Brochure
Borg BL5000 ECP Instructions - Handing, Installation, Code Change and Operation
Borg BL5000 ECP Series User Manual and Code Change Instructions
Borg BL5001 / BL5401 Drilling Template
Borg 5000 Series Accessories and Spare Parts Flyer
Borg Lock Servicing Guide
Borg BL5401DDAMGPROECP - FAQ, Setup and Owner's Guide
Everything owners, installers and specifiers ask about the marine grade BL5401 DDA ECP lock. For the wider category, start with the Mechanical Digital Locks Buyer's Guide chapter.
Marine Grade and Environment
How close to the beach counts as "coastal"?
There's no fixed line, but a practical guide: within a few streets of the ocean with onshore winds, on canal or marina frontage, or anywhere you can taste salt in the air on a windy day - that's coastal, and standard hardware corrodes fast there. The 1,000-hour salt spray rating on this MG Pro build exists exactly for those sites. If in doubt, look at nearby door hardware: pitted chrome and seized levers are the local verdict on standard grade.
There's no fixed line, but a practical guide: within a few streets of the ocean with onshore winds, on canal or marina frontage, or anywhere you can taste salt in the air on a windy day - that's coastal, and standard hardware corrodes fast there. The 1,000-hour salt spray rating on this MG Pro build exists exactly for those sites. If in doubt, look at nearby door hardware: pitted chrome and seized levers are the local verdict on standard grade.
Does marine grade mean maintenance-free?
No - it means the lock survives salt air, not that salt stops arriving. A monthly wipe-down plus a light silicon-based lubricant spray, and an annual internal service, keep the mechanism crisp and protect the 12-month corrosion warranty. The routine is in the Borg Servicing Guide (PDF), and how long digital locks last covers what actually determines lifespan.
No - it means the lock survives salt air, not that salt stops arriving. A monthly wipe-down plus a light silicon-based lubricant spray, and an annual internal service, keep the mechanism crisp and protect the 12-month corrosion warranty. The routine is in the Borg Servicing Guide (PDF), and how long digital locks last covers what actually determines lifespan.
Why choose mechanical over a smart lock on a coastal door?
Electronics and salt air are a bad marriage - battery contacts, circuit boards and motor housings are usually the first casualties. A fully mechanical keypad has none of them: nothing to power, nothing to short, nothing to update. For an exposed beachside amenity door, that simplicity is the feature. The trade-offs (one shared code, no audit trail) are covered honestly in the mechanical vs smart comparison.
Electronics and salt air are a bad marriage - battery contacts, circuit boards and motor housings are usually the first casualties. A fully mechanical keypad has none of them: nothing to power, nothing to short, nothing to update. For an exposed beachside amenity door, that simplicity is the feature. The trade-offs (one shared code, no audit trail) are covered honestly in the mechanical vs smart comparison.
Accessibility and Compliance
Who typically specifies this lock?
Access consultants, builders and certifiers on BCA-compliant coastal projects: surf club amenities, beachfront strata accessible toilets, marina facilities, NDIS and SDA housing near the water. The flat bar lever satisfies AS1428.1-2009 for the door hardware; the MG Pro build keeps it working in the environment. Our NDIS and disability housing guide walks through who signs off on what.
Access consultants, builders and certifiers on BCA-compliant coastal projects: surf club amenities, beachfront strata accessible toilets, marina facilities, NDIS and SDA housing near the water. The flat bar lever satisfies AS1428.1-2009 for the door hardware; the MG Pro build keeps it working in the environment. Our NDIS and disability housing guide walks through who signs off on what.
Can people always get out from the inside?
Yes. The inside DDA lever is always free - no code, no key, no thought required to exit. Only the outside lever is code-controlled. This free-egress behaviour is exactly what exit-path compliance wants from an access-controlled door; the exit paths section of our commercial guide explains the requirements.
Yes. The inside DDA lever is always free - no code, no key, no thought required to exit. Only the outside lever is code-controlled. This free-egress behaviour is exactly what exit-path compliance wants from an access-controlled door; the exit paths section of our commercial guide explains the requirements.
What exactly does the AS 1905.1 fire rating cover?
The lock has been successfully tested on fire door assemblies to AS 1905.1-2005, with results up to 4 hours depending on the doorset. The figure always belongs to the tested assembly - door leaf, frame, closer, hinges, seals and lock together - so the doorset's certification governs what your installation achieves. Strata and apartment installs have extra rules; see what a compliant fire door installation looks like and fire door types and certification.
The lock has been successfully tested on fire door assemblies to AS 1905.1-2005, with results up to 4 hours depending on the doorset. The figure always belongs to the tested assembly - door leaf, frame, closer, hinges, seals and lock together - so the doorset's certification governs what your installation achieves. Strata and apartment installs have extra rules; see what a compliant fire door installation looks like and fire door types and certification.
Easicode Pro and Codes
What is the full Easicode Pro code change procedure?
With the door open: (1) enter the existing code; (2) insert the code change key over the Φ button, rotate 90° clockwise, press and hold; (3) press C to clear; (4) press the new digits twice; (5) release the key, rotate back and remove; (6) press C or turn the lever to set; (7) the new code is live; (8) test it at least 5 times before closing the door. If the new code fails, the old and new digits may have combined - enter both together and repeat from step 1. If the lever free-turns, the new code never set - repeat from step 2. Full illustrated version: Borg ECP instructions page 4 and the code changing guide.
With the door open: (1) enter the existing code; (2) insert the code change key over the Φ button, rotate 90° clockwise, press and hold; (3) press C to clear; (4) press the new digits twice; (5) release the key, rotate back and remove; (6) press C or turn the lever to set; (7) the new code is live; (8) test it at least 5 times before closing the door. If the new code fails, the old and new digits may have combined - enter both together and repeat from step 1. If the lever free-turns, the new code never set - repeat from step 2. Full illustrated version: Borg ECP instructions page 4 and the code changing guide.
We've lost the code - can it be recovered?
Yes, with the unit off the door. The back of the keypad has 10 portholes, one per button. Press C to reset, then read the tumbler markings through the portholes: red lines closest to the porthole centre are coded digits, blue lines are uncoded. Note the digits (there is no sequence - all coded buttons pressed in any order opens the lock), refit the unit, then change the code on the door. Procedure with diagram: Borg ECP instructions page 6.
Yes, with the unit off the door. The back of the keypad has 10 portholes, one per button. Press C to reset, then read the tumbler markings through the portholes: red lines closest to the porthole centre are coded digits, blue lines are uncoded. Note the digits (there is no sequence - all coded buttons pressed in any order opens the lock), refit the unit, then change the code on the door. Procedure with diagram: Borg ECP instructions page 6.
Can I stop staff changing the code on the door?
Yes. The box includes an on-door code change deactivation plug - insert it into the arrow-marked hole at the top centre of the keypad back (dome up) before installation, and the code can then only be changed with the unit off the door. Handy for managed sites where only maintenance should touch codes. Procedure: Borg ECP instructions page 2.
Yes. The box includes an on-door code change deactivation plug - insert it into the arrow-marked hole at the top centre of the keypad back (dome up) before installation, and the code can then only be changed with the unit off the door. Handy for managed sites where only maintenance should touch codes. Procedure: Borg ECP instructions page 2.
Installation and Setup
How do I reverse the handing on site?
All BL5401 units ship factory set for right-hand doors. Remove the rubber grommet at the base of the keypad handle, use the included hex wrench to remove the grub screw, rotate the handle 180° and refit; repeat for the inside handle. Handing is read from outside the door: hinges on the right = right hand, hinges on the left = left hand. Handing chart: Borg ECP instructions page 1.
All BL5401 units ship factory set for right-hand doors. Remove the rubber grommet at the base of the keypad handle, use the included hex wrench to remove the grub screw, rotate the handle 180° and refit; repeat for the inside handle. Handing is read from outside the door: hinges on the right = right hand, hinges on the left = left hand. Handing chart: Borg ECP instructions page 1.
Can I install it myself?
Yes, on a standard timber door it is a competent-DIY job: the drilling template gives the 159mm hole centres and the 60mm/70mm backset lines, and the supplied M4 screws cover the full 35-80mm door range. Fire doors are the exception - drilling a fire door has compliance and (in older buildings) asbestos implications, so use a professional; see our advice and installation service.
Yes, on a standard timber door it is a competent-DIY job: the drilling template gives the 159mm hole centres and the 60mm/70mm backset lines, and the supplied M4 screws cover the full 35-80mm door range. Fire doors are the exception - drilling a fire door has compliance and (in older buildings) asbestos implications, so use a professional; see our advice and installation service.
Will it drive a third-party lockcase instead of the supplied latch?
Usually yes - the 8mm square drive spindle suits most leading tubular latch and mortice lockcase brands, and the two supplied spindles (80mm and 90mm) cover most door builds. Keep at least 15mm of spindle blade engaged in each handle when trimming; angle the blade to the top opening edge of the door. Confirm spindle compatibility with the lockcase manufacturer before specifying a multi-brand install. Details: Borg ECP instructions page 3.
Usually yes - the 8mm square drive spindle suits most leading tubular latch and mortice lockcase brands, and the two supplied spindles (80mm and 90mm) cover most door builds. Keep at least 15mm of spindle blade engaged in each handle when trimming; angle the blade to the top opening edge of the door. Confirm spindle compatibility with the lockcase manufacturer before specifying a multi-brand install. Details: Borg ECP instructions page 3.
Suitability
Is it heavy duty enough for a busy public entrance?
For a genuinely high-traffic public entrance - hundreds of cycles a day, every day - a maximum-heavy-duty mortice lock is the better tool: the Lockwood 3572DX, Borg BL7701 or Carbine CDL7200. This BL5401 is a medium-heavy duty lock - 100,000+ cycles covers offices, amenities and institutional doors comfortably with a servicing schedule on busier doors. What heavy duty actually means explains the tiers.
For a genuinely high-traffic public entrance - hundreds of cycles a day, every day - a maximum-heavy-duty mortice lock is the better tool: the Lockwood 3572DX, Borg BL7701 or Carbine CDL7200. This BL5401 is a medium-heavy duty lock - 100,000+ cycles covers offices, amenities and institutional doors comfortably with a servicing schedule on busier doors. What heavy duty actually means explains the tiers.
Is this suitable where anti-ligature hardware is required?
No - the DDA flat bar lever is an accessibility lever, not an anti-ligature design. For behavioural health, correctional or other ligature-risk environments, use a purpose-built anti-ligature product such as the Borg BL2901SCECP anti-ligature knob.
No - the DDA flat bar lever is an accessibility lever, not an anti-ligature design. For behavioural health, correctional or other ligature-risk environments, use a purpose-built anti-ligature product such as the Borg BL2901SCECP anti-ligature knob.
Spares and the BL5401 Family
The keypad is worn or damaged - do I replace the whole lock?
Not necessarily - the 5000-series platform means the outside unit is a part, not a lock. The catalogued spare keypads (BL5401KSSDDAECP ECP and BL5401KSSDDA non-ECP) are standard-grade satin stainless units rather than black MG Pro, so for a coastal replacement contact Terry's to confirm the right part before ordering. The full spares set is tabulated on the main page, and why genuine spares availability matters is a story in itself.
Not necessarily - the 5000-series platform means the outside unit is a part, not a lock. The catalogued spare keypads (BL5401KSSDDAECP ECP and BL5401KSSDDA non-ECP) are standard-grade satin stainless units rather than black MG Pro, so for a coastal replacement contact Terry's to confirm the right part before ordering. The full spares set is tabulated on the main page, and why genuine spares availability matters is a story in itself.
How does Borg compare with Lockwood and Carbine here?
Lockwood DX is the maximum-heavy-duty mortice benchmark, Carbine CDL7 is the value heavy-duty lockset (the CDL7100SC even offers a rear DDA lever), and Borg owns the breadth - the only range combining marine grade construction, an on-door ECP code change, and an AS1428.1 DDA flat bar lever in one lock. The three-brand comparison: Lockwood vs Borg vs Carbine.
Lockwood DX is the maximum-heavy-duty mortice benchmark, Carbine CDL7 is the value heavy-duty lockset (the CDL7100SC even offers a rear DDA lever), and Borg owns the breadth - the only range combining marine grade construction, an on-door ECP code change, and an AS1428.1 DDA flat bar lever in one lock. The three-brand comparison: Lockwood vs Borg vs Carbine.
Related Products, Guides and Chapters
BL5401 DDA family: BL5401SSDDAECP (satin stainless ECP) - BL5401SSDDA (non-ECP) - ECP spare keypad - non-ECP spare keypad
Related Borg marine grade ECP: BL5771MGPROECP back-to-back with key override - BL5051MGECP back-to-back external grade - BL5001 round bar lever (fire rated, MG Pro option)
Guides: Choosing a mechanical digital lock (Ch 16) - DDA and NDIS (Ch 09) - Fire door locks (Ch 05) - DDA options in commercial mech-digi - MG Pro and ECP explained - Changing codes - Browse all mechanical digital locks
What's In The Box - Borg BL5401DDAMGPROECP
- Borg BL5401 DDA MG Pro ECP outside keypad and DDA flat bar lever assembly (black MG Pro 2 coating)
- Inside DDA flat bar lever handle assembly (black MG Pro 2 coating)
- 60mm anti-thrust stainless steel tubular latch (12mm bolt projection)
- Strike plate and box keep
- 2 x spindles (80mm and 90mm)
- M4 stainless steel fixing screws (40mm, 50mm and 60mm options)
- 4 x 16mm screws
- Easicode Pro code change key
- On-door code change deactivation plug (optional use)
- Free passage deactivation plug (optional use)
- Hex wrench (Allen key)
- Handle screw rubber grommet
Borg BL5000 series parts diagram. Note: this diagram shows the series-wide accessory packs; the ECP model ships the Easicode Pro code change key and deactivation plugs in place of the tumbler and tweezer pack shown.
Note: a 70mm backset latch is available separately if required. No batteries or wiring are required or supplied.
Borg BL5400 Series - Dimensions
BL5400 Series - outside keypad: 177mm x 48mm plate, 26mm depth, 128mm lever, 77mm projection
BL5400 Series - inside DDA lever handle: 177mm x 48mm plate, 18mm depth, 128mm lever, 53mm projection
Backset 60mm as supplied (70mm latch available separately); fixing hole centres 159mm per the drilling template; door thickness 35-80mm; 8mm square drive spindle.
Borg BL5000 Series - Product Brochure
BL5000 Series - full model range including BL5400 DDA variants, fire tested models and all dimensions
The dedicated BL5400 ECP brochure is downloadable in the PDF Files tab: Borg BL5400 ECP Series Brochure (PDF).
Download PDF Resources
Borg BL5400 ECP Series Brochure
Borg BL5000 ECP Instructions - Handing, Installation, Code Change and Operation
Borg BL5000 ECP Series User Manual and Code Change Instructions
Borg BL5001 / BL5401 Drilling Template
Borg 5000 Series Accessories and Spare Parts Flyer
Borg Lock Servicing Guide
Borg BL5400 ECP Series Brochure
Borg BL5000 ECP Instructions - Handing, Installation, Code Change and Operation
Borg BL5000 ECP Series User Manual and Code Change Instructions
Borg BL5001 / BL5401 Drilling Template
Borg 5000 Series Accessories and Spare Parts Flyer
Borg Lock Servicing Guide
Borg Locks Warranty
Borg products sold in Australia are covered against mechanical defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service. Warranty claims are handled by Terry's Tradies Pty Ltd and its associated websites, trading names, and subsidiaries.
Warranty Summary
What the Warranty Covers
- Mechanical defects in materials and workmanship
- Defects arising under normal use and service conditions
- Repair or replacement of defective units at the discretion of the Australian distributor (LSC)
What the Warranty Does Not Cover
- Damage arising from misuse, vandalism, or abuse
- Damage resulting from improper installation
- Locks that have been dismantled - dismantling invalidates the warranty
- Normal wear and tear
- Cosmetic damage not affecting function
How to Make a Claim
For full returns and warranty claim procedures, visit our Returns & Warranty page - this is kept up to date and is the authoritative reference for current claim steps.
- Contact Terry's Tradies Pty Ltd first if you purchased through us or one of its associated trading names - we will assess the issue and manage the warranty process with LSC on your behalf. You do not need to contact LSC or Borg Locks UK directly.
- Have your proof of purchase ready (receipt or order confirmation).
- Warranty claims for Borg products in Australia are processed through LSC, the authorised Australian importer and distributor. Where an item is returned to LSC, freight charges must be prepaid and the item returned within the warranty period.
- If LSC finds the returned item to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced, and a detailed assessment report is provided to the customer after examination.
Australian Consumer Law
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The Borg manufacturer warranty above operates alongside - and does not limit - these statutory rights.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The Borg manufacturer warranty above operates alongside - and does not limit - these statutory rights.
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