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[TMBagain]

ANyone can advise on the philip 5100K gate digital lock drain batt fast? I have problem of changing all 4 battery every week cos it indicate low batt...i track the batt life everytime i replace and alarming fast that the alkaline batt drain...

Every 4 weeks replacement using alkaline batteries means the electronics is faulty. Where it is faulty is either the front or the rear. If your rear battery compartment has prior battery leak signs, then it's the rear.

 

[abrams75]

Every 4 weeks replacement using alkaline batteries means the electronics is faulty. Where it is faulty is either the front or the rear. If your rear battery compartment has prior battery leak signs, then it's the rear.

Hi thank for the advise. No leak has been discovered on the rear but just weird that I only use energizer alkaline battery...

 

[TMBagain]

Hi thank for the advise. No leak has been discovered on the rear but just weird that I only use energizer alkaline battery...

Then it is a electronic fault : either a one time case or part of a production batch issue (until the kinks gets sorted out by intervention or when the components crosses to a new batch). Just engage vendor for warranty.

 

[gkbt123]

What brand? Of batteries?

Just get Energizer Max or Panasonic Evolta from the supermarket. Why these? Not for any particular reasons other than they are alkaline and easy to find.

If you use digital locks as long as I have, you come to the conclusion that you just have to replace them on a regular schedule.

So read your user guide. If it says every 12 months based on 10 entries a day, then replace then on that schedule (or earlier if you have a big family or more frequent usage). If you consciously use cheaper battery (non alkaline type) because you are gifted with a big huge pack, then replace much earlier (in 3-4 months).

But try not to leave the batteries in the lock until the low battery signs show because you open the door only twice a day and you want to stretch the period of replacement 5 times as long say over 3 years.

Batteries leak for two reasons:

. Terrible battery manufacturing quality ( this may leak even in the box, not in a connected circuit ) hence you should avoid getting the cheapest "no brand" or funny brand from some parts of the world.

. When left in a circuit, eg in the lock and near it's end of power when battery chemistry may lead to a little more pressure hence you should avoid leaving batteries until "the end" end.

Just read your lock user guide and replace on schedule based on that, using Energizer Max or Panasonic Evolta because they are easy to find. It is not rocket science.

If you are into the green movement and can manage your rechargeables, then it is all good as well.

Actually more of which brand of mortise locks to consider. Lol

but I get the battery part

 

[TMBagain]

What brand would u recommend for mortise lock without handle?

I like mine of course, not just the brand but the specific model Lockin S30 Pro from Interlock. I am so biased with my purchase and requirements that I think it will be great for everyone. I am half jesting.

https://www.interlock.com.sg/lockin-s30-pro-fingerprint-door-lock.html

 

[TMBagain]

I wanted to use my ikea Ladda rechargeable batteries but they don’t fit into the S30 Pro. Rechargeable batteries are a bit bigger than alkaline ones. Ended up using Energizer Max batteries which claim to be leak-proof.

The "leak proof" part of Energizer needs to be taken with a few pinches of salt. I combed through their web site but there isn't any supportive data. It is a marketing claim supported by an offer to pay for damages assuming the batteries are used in normal conditions. I did went through a few web sites and there are indeed people who claimed for damages, so at least I know a process exist. I also like the notion that they think theirs is better than others but again that is what marketing is supposed to get you to believe in. Their Energizer Ultimate Lithium battery has different (stronger) choice of words in their website when it comes to leak proof, and indeed the science behind that makes it less susceptible to pressure build up. But it is a lot more expensive. I suggest using regular alkaline and never leave batteries too long near end of capacity state. But if a few dollars difference does not bother one, then so be it.

 

[eting72]

haha...looks like the qoo10 stocks for the s30 pro isn't coming anytime soon. was told 31st Oct 2 weeks ago and now 11 nov. well known tactics of minihelpers

 

[imnuts-]

Can lockin s30 pro bluetooth pair with a 2nd phone? Keep getting the voice message that it's alr paired with another phone.

Invite another acct to the xiaomi home app also cannot pair

 

[TMBagain]

Can lockin s30 pro bluetooth pair with a 2nd phone? Keep getting the voice message that it's alr paired with another phone.

Invite another acct to the xiaomi home app also cannot pair

To my best recollection, it is a 1:1 pairing of account:lock.

Try a lock reset and then call your vendor after because I believe you cannot take over a lock (like say a tenant or someone less trusted inside the premises). It is secure, if one may say so.

 

[Yod4]

I have been using a Loghome for my main door for several years and am looking to upgrade it, as well as get a digital lock for my gate.

As my current set is a rim lock, does it mean I am limited to only choosing rim lock options as the hole in the door is already there?

I'm looking for a set with mechanical key, fingerprint , key code and card access with synchronous opening i.e. unlocking gate also unlocks the door. Anyone have any recommendations?

 

[TMBagain]

I have been using a Loghome for my main door for several years and am looking to upgrade it, as well as get a digital lock for my gate.

As my current set is a rim lock, does it mean I am limited to only choosing rim lock options as the hole in the door is already there?

Using back a rim lock will be the most straightforward with the least of concerns (but that does not mean none) . The hole center will be in the same position, and the hole diameter depends on the new lock and the old hole diameter ( which depends sometimes on the previous installer disposition). If you live in a condo, the door frame architrave (if any) might have a larger cutout than the new so it may not look as proper.

Using a deadbolt lock has additional concerns. The rim lock center may not match the fixed 60/70 mm backset of the deadbolt. It may mean you might need to redrill. The door frame will leave screw holes behind or a big cutout from the architrave (if any).

Using a mortise lock is possible if the rim lock is not too far above existing (regular) lock.

If the above is difficult to understand, the bottom line is it is possible to use any new types as long as the vendor has your existing door lock photos and willing to advise the aesthetics impact of each, for you to accept. Vendors may not be as objective to your interest as you think; perhaps just their interest. But ask anyway, you will find out which is better.

PS. I don't have recommendations as I don't like a gate lock (of any kind).

 

[TMBagain]

haha...looks like the qoo10 stocks for the s30 pro isn't coming anytime soon. was told 31st Oct 2 weeks ago and now 11 nov. well known tactics of minihelpers

Noted that this is not a lock company. So it will be impossibly difficult to do any repair or warranty IN PRACTICE (beyond their brochure description if any). In any case you should ask them in written form the process.

 

[orhanzi]

Luxus digital lock vs s30 lockin pro? Which to pick?

 

[eting72]

Noted that this is not a lock company. So it will be impossibly difficult to do any repair or warranty IN PRACTICE (beyond their brochure description if any). In any case you should ask them in written form the process.

yes...do understand the risk

 

[orhanzi]

Any smart lock for bedroom?

 

[TMBagain]

Luxus digital lock vs s30 lockin pro? Which to pick?

I have two posts on this a few months back on my opinions. If I have to choose again between the two today, it is Lockin S30 Pro by a wide margin. But that's me.

Update: I found the Luxus's OEM manufacturer: ZHUHAI MITALY INNOVATIONS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD with it's own housebrand called KeyPlus. Not a top tier manufacturer in a sea of 1300+ manufacturers in China. Personally, I will not get a "built-in" rechargeable type of battery lock (for safety reasons) from a lower tier manufacturer. Also, in the event you have to get a locksmith to break the lock (by drill), be sure to tell the locksmith where the built in battery is (which is the top half) to avoid fireworks when the battery is punctured.

*UPDATE 31/7/2023: You cannot replace the battery on your own. You have to engage the vendor - and take the risk on the risk that the vendor may not be around when you need them*.

My thought is this is an unnecessary sacrifice/tradeoff of a proper self replaceable battery compartment space for the marketing point for being slim. You should also know that the protruding handle removes any semblance of being slim, so I don't quite get it (being slim).

 

[TMBagain]

Any smart lock for bedroom?

This is an interesting question. You have to think through the when / how frequent that you might actually want to lock the door and the same on the opposite ie you do not want to lock the door.

You might come to the conclusion you would want only a rim digital lock (likely a fingerprint one so no one can peep at your pin from the sofa, with autolock ON/OFF setting or switch easily accessible ) or no digital lock at all. If you don't come to that conclusion, I am interested to know your thinking why not.

[For example, I would want to open/close the door (without locking) during the day just to cut off the din from the living room area ... but if I leave sensitive/precious things on my work table and like to go to the coffeeshop for a short break, I would close the door and touch the front panel to activate the locking. But generally, I don't like the door to automatically lock everytime I close the door]

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[orhanzi]

This is an interesting question. You have to think through the when / how frequent that you might actually want to lock the door and the same on the opposite ie you do not want to lock the door.

You *might* come to the conclusion you would want only a rim digital lock (likely a fingerprint one, with autolock switch easily accessible via a switch) or no digital lock at all. If you don't come to that conclusion, I am interested to know your thinking why not.

After some research, i am also looking at this option. Looking at schlage s480. U gt better option? But s480 no fingerprint la, only s510 got, abit costly. Actually i might use manual locking using pin instead of autolock. Because if i am at home, dont need to lock/auto lock. Only if i am out for a long day, then just manual lock.

 

[synthez]

If you’re considering the expensive Level Bolt lock, think thrice.

What the heck! Opened in seconds!

 

[miyaki]

I have two posts on this a few months back on my opinions. If I have to choose again between the two today, it is Lockin S30 Pro by a wide margin. But that's me.

hi .. hows the S30 pro finger print recognition accuracy ? i am torn between s30 (currently $300 1yr warranty ) vs sv40 ($300 taobao no warranty) ...