What are digital locks and what are they used for?

What are digital locks and what are they used for?, updated 10/20/21, 9:19 AM

Are you fed up keeping track of a mountain of keys? A digital lock is a  simple way of securing a door that is accessed by a lot of people. Replacing the lock is quick and easy if done by a qualified locksmith. Find out more.

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What Are Digital Locks and What Are They Used For?

Digital locks (digilocks) provide a quick and simple way to lock/unlock a door without a key. This is sometimes known
as keyless access control. In certain circumstances, it is the best and most appropriate access/security solution. For
example, a digital lock is a great way to secure a door that is accessed by a high volume of people. It removes the
hassle of trying to keep track of a large number of keys and who has access to them. To ensure correct installation,
we would always strongly recommend that digilocks are fitted by a qualified locksmith.
Digital locks
Pushbutton digital locks were introduced in the 1960s. Although initially these types of locks were primarily for
access restriction, they have continued to evolve to this day. Today’s pushbutton digilocks offer a robust, low cost
solution for a number of access and security applications. Most people will be familiar with this type of lock. It
consists of a keypad that is used to manually input a pin code. Entering the correct code opens the lock allowing the
door to be opened. One of the advantages of this type of digital lock is that it doesn’t require a power source.

Benefits of digital locks
Digital locks offer a number of advantages

 Lost key issues become a distant memory
 Very suitable for high traffic areas. They reduce the cost and hassle of supplying multiple keys and
improve access/exit times. Ideal for factory/office entry and exits etc.
 No more broken keys in locks
 Easy out of hours access for approved persons, no calling a keyholder out etc.
 Longer lasting. Pushbutton entry systems are not subject to the same repetitive behaviour as turning
a key. This means that pushbuttons generally last longer than their key counterparts.
 Easy to change the code e.g. when an employee leaves

While digital locks are not suitable for every application, where they are suitable, they offer a robust cost effective
security solution.

Liberty locksmiths is an affordable highly rated locksmith serving customers in Glasgow and the surrounding towns. If
you need help or more information about digital locks or any other kind of lock, please do not hesitate to get in
touch or give us a call on 07498486733