We're all familiar with auto-lock functions on our phones and cars. You can program your smart deadbolt to automatically lock behind you, setting the timing for anywhere from 30 seconds to 4 minutes.
How do electronic door locks work?
The lock system works just like a traditional lock with a latch and a bolt. Electronic door locks use something called actuators, which move the bolt of the lock into place so that they door can open. You simply have to trigger the actuator and your door will open.
How secure are electronic door locks?
Electronic door locks are safe, but only as much as, if not lesser than, normal, non-electronic, keyed locks. Furthermore, almost all of the locks that use fingerprints, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth tend to cease functioning in the event of a power outage, in which case a person has to use a backup key to unlock their door.
What is the difference between a smart lock and an electronic lock?
While the locking mechanism of a smart electronic lock works much like that of a traditional electronic lock, the upgraded technology does add some additional functionality over older electronic locks. For example, many smart locks can be opened from anywhere in the world via an app on your smartphone.
How do electronic door locks get power?
Operation. Electric locks use magnets, solenoids, or motors to actuate the lock by either supplying or removing power. Operating the lock can be as simple as using a switch, for example an apartment intercom door release, or as complex as a biometric based access control system.
What happens to electronic locks when the power goes out?
When the power goes out, your smart locks having battery-powered will continue to perform the essential functions (locks/unlock), but the smart services gets disabled automatically; and that includes the app notification as well.
Can keypad door locks be hacked?
From research, it has been observed that keypad door locks can be hacked if they are not properly set up.
Are wireless door locks safe?
When installed and used correctly, smart door locks can be just as safe as conventional door locks. And with authentication features like a combination key code or fingerprint and facial recognition, they may be safer than traditional key and tumbler locks.