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How do you unlock a door with a magnetic lock?
There are four main ways to open a magnetic lock:
- Press the button on the exit switch.
- Enter a code into a numeric key panel.
- Hold an authorized HID keycard next to the keypad sensor.
- Cut power to the lock. (Note: This only works for fail safe magnetic locks. Fail secure locks will not open when power is cut.)
How does a magnetic door lock work?
Magnetic locks use electromagnetism to control the entire locking mechanism. When the magnet is energized, it bonds to the armature and locks the door. To allow access or egress, a switch must be provided to de-energize the magnet. As the electric power activates the magnet, the bolt locks the door.
How do you open a magnetic door lock without a key?
How to Unlock Magnetic Door Lock without a Key
- Smoothly press the handle or button until the device is open.
- Find a thin ruler, plastic card, knife, knitting needle, or nail file, and pull the tab.
Can magnets open locks?
A magnet cannot entirely unlock a deadbolt. It’ll depend on the types of deadbolt lock, the door and doorframe, and how you turn your lock. Magnets work with friction. Powerful magnets could open your deadbolt lock when these factors align.
How strong is magnetic door locks?
Benefits of magnetic locks For example, magnetic locks work well on interior doors where security isn’t a huge concern if the power goes out and the door unlocks. The benefits of magnetic locks include: Strength. The average magnetic lock can withstand up to 1200 pounds of force.
Can you force a magnetic door lock?
Any magnetic lock with a holding force less than 1200 lbs. should only be used for traffic control, as would a light or medium duty electric strike. A holding force of 650 lbs. (Figure 1) is typical for most magnetic locks fit for traffic control and they may be easily defeated.