Electronic and Biometric Key Locks  

Locks and keys are some of the most basic and essential machines that we use on a daily basis. In fact almost every adult comes in contact with a lock at least once a day, whether that involves locking up anything from a home or office to an automobile or luggage. The reason locks and keys are so important to everyone is because we all want the same thing - more security.

If you randomly ask a person to show your their key chain on any given day, it will most likely be holding anywhere from 5-10 keys at a time. House, office, mail box, and a couple of car keys are hanging on just about every key chain. A key ring clearly demonstrates not only how often locks and keys are used but that they are also used almost everywhere. With new technology, it will not only be possible for you to carry around fewer keys, at least less of the bulky keys, but you will also have the assurance of added security. Electronic and biometric key locks are built with quality in mind and will provide you with a secure alternative to conventional door locks.

Electronic Key Lock The popularity of electronic key cards has increased dramatically in the past few years, largely due to its growing usage in business parks and hotels across the county. An electronic key lock is simply a device that uses electronics to validate those who are accessing it. Most of these locks use electronic key cards that work very similar to ATM cards. Each card has a magnetic stip that is coded to unlock the corresponding lock. When the card slides through the lock, the card's magnetic code is read. If the card holds the correct code, the card is confirmed and the the lock is released.

Electronic key locks offer several benefits. Electronic locks are considered to be more secure than higly-used mechanical locks because its nearly impossible for anyone to pick a lock. They are also easily replaced and reprogrammed. These locks also provide added features. For instance, in the event of a break-in, the system has the ability to track the locks history. It is possible to track a particular lock and find out exactly which keys have been used in that lock and when. It also tracks the number of successful and failed access attempts. As mentioned before, this key card looks and works like an ATM card, making it easy to store in your wallet. One drawback to the electronic key lock is demagnitization. If the card key is carried too close to a magnet or sometimes even other credit cards, it is possible for it to lose its code.

Biometric Key Lock Biometric key locks are designed to recognize user's fingerprints in order to open a door. Biometric key locks use advanced sensor technology. Precise mathematical measurements are applied to recognize unique physical attributes, such as fingerprints. The biometric lock works similar to the electronic lock except instead of coding a magnetic strip, the lock stores templates of different fingerprints. When an authorized user places their finger on the scanner, their fingerprint will be scanned and recognized within only a second or two. The lock will then open and give the user access to the door.

The biometric key lock offers several benefits, including simplicity, convenience, security, and accuracy. First, you can forget about playing hide-n-seek with your keys because your finger is simply the only key you'll ever need. With no keys or passwords to remember, this keyless lock also offers relief from your worries of losing keys and from the inconvenience of forgetting a password. Biometric locks also provides outstanding security. Only those who have been previously validated by the system will gain access to the door. And when the door is ever forced open by unauthorized personel, an alarm will sound. Lastly, this lock system is so accurate at identifying unique fingerprints that even when a light scratch or wound appears on your finger, the system will be able to still accurately read your fingerprint.

In conclusion, both electronic and biometric key locks make secure alternatives to conventional door locks. And what's great is that they can be used for homes, offices, hotels, banks, or any other place requiring high security and protection. Stop rummaging through your purse or pockets for your keys or carrying around bulky key chains, and replace them with a simple card or even better, your own finger.

by Amber Sell