RFID Access Control Lock | Secure storage (cabinets, drawers, gun compartments) | Lock edge distance: 50mm (standard for most cabinets) RFID card unlock (ISO/IEC 14443 compliant) Material: Plastic (▲ Stainless steel reinforced in Advanced) | ▲ Advanced: 3-year battery life (vs 1 year in Base) Non-intrusive design | Depends on battery (Base model requires frequent replacement) Potential for card cloning (▲ Advanced has anti-cloning encryption) |
Mechanical Cam Lock | Basic security (low-risk storage) | Manual key operation (ANSI B136.12 certified) Lock edge distance: 40–50mm | No battery dependency Cheap upfront cost | Physical keys can be lost/stolen Limited customization |
Biometric Lock | High-security areas (vaults, safes) | Fingerprint recognition (ISO/IEC 30107 certified) Lock edge distance: 50mm (▲ Adjustable in Advanced) | ▲ Advanced: Tamper-proof sensor (vs basic sensor in Base) No credentials needed | Higher cost Requires power for biometric scanning (▲ Advanced has solar backup) |
Magnetic Lock | Doors requiring electromagnetic hold | Holding force: 500 lbs (UL 10C certified) No lock edge distance requirement | Instant release during emergencies High security for openings | Requires constant power supply Noisier operation (▲ Advanced has silent mode) |
Smart Keyless Lock | Convenience-focused spaces (offices, homes) | Numeric keypad (ANSI/BHMA A156.13 certified) Lock edge distance: 50mm | Easy code updates Multi-user access | Code vulnerability (▲ Advanced has randomized PINs) Dependent on battery |
Combination Lock | Low-cost security (storage units, toolboxes) | Dial-based combination (ASTM F3045 certified) Lock edge distance: 50mm | Affordable No power required | Code sharing risks Prone to wear over time (▲ Advanced has corrosion-resistant dial) |