Proximity Readers And Cards For Single Doors

RFID Access Control Systems

This works like something you might see in Star Trek! Hold a small fob or card near the reader, from 4" to 24" depending on the model, and an electric strike or magnetic lock opens! The reader can be mounted inside or behind the wall in areas where vandalism is a problem. Some of the newer readers even have a keypad built in to use for programming or PIN!

Just a few years ago, this type of system cost thousands of dollars. Keep in mind that as the read distance gets longer the cost is much greater, but we find that distances of 4"- 6" are more than enough for most types of installations.

Programming is easy to do. On some systems a seperate programmer is needed. On others, a PC or notebook computer is used. On the systems we sell, programming is actually done right at the reader itself using either the little proximity keys that come with the reader or by using the number buttons (keypad) built into the unit. A laptop or PC can also be used to program the system and do audit trails (who entered and when). If you need to have the type of installation where you need to monitor who goes in and who goes out please see our multi door proximty systems area. Most of the multi door systems can be configured this way so one reader from either side of the door can be read. These systems are very cost effective since unlike conventional keys, proximity cards and fobs can be re-used and re-issued. Click on the pictures below to find out more about these great systems

» See also non proximity systems