Those who use digital lock lip lai

[paul02]

Given that alkaline batteries will eventually leak, why do some manufacturers like Solity advise using only those types?

 

[lasnoblur]

My lockin s30 pro battery need replacement soon after 2 years. Which alkaline battery brand is recommended ? My vendor told me cannot use Energizer max even though alkaline because too strong.

Panasonic evolta is next choice as more affordable and lasting ?

 

[Mecisteus]

My lockin s30 pro battery need replacement soon after 2 years. Which alkaline battery brand is recommended ? My vendor told me cannot use Energizer max even though alkaline because too strong.

Panasonic evolta is next choice as more affordable and lasting ?

Should ask the vendor what's their recommended then.

Philips also told me cannot use energizer. But I am using it now.

 

[concreteman]

anyone use the setup of only using the digital lock on the door and leave the gate unlocked?

 

[Mecisteus]

anyone use the setup of only using the digital lock on the door and leave the gate unlocked?

I am the opposite.

I use digital lock on my gate only. That's it.

Main door is still old lock and left unlocked.

 

[Alphas]

Alkaline batteries are known to leak especially when in use. Rechargeable and heavy duty batteries do not leak, some manufacturers don’t even use a brain.

 

[TMBagain]

Alkaline batteries are known to leak especially when in use. Rechargeable and heavy duty batteries do not leak, some manufacturers don’t even use a brain.

For clarity, what are "heavy duty batteries"? If you have some examples for readers' clarity.

PS. I just wanted to be sure that you are NOT referring to batteries that are usually labeled with descriptors such as "Extra heavy duty" "Super heavy duty" (example below). Those are carbon zinc batteries. They leak as badly as alkaline batteries if you let them stay in the electronic device longer than due.

 

[TMBagain]

anyone use the setup of only using the digital lock on the door and leave the gate unlocked?

Generally, there are more users using digital locks on door only.

I say this (empirically) looking at condominiums with digital locks (almost all without gates), and walking up and down my flat - and visiting friends and relatives flats.

-- long answer --

I don't think it matters what others do, because consumers are rational only to themselves. Perhaps you could ask another way: why do people want to have a digital lock on the gate. If you search prior posts, it comes down to: parents or spouse insist (for security reason, though less rational to others but it matters to them), or one wants to leave the door mostly open for (better) ventilation.

If you can't think of a good reason to have two locks on your entrance in today's context (when there are so many cameras around as deterrent) then you should stick with one lock: it is half the budget / maintenance, and twice as fast (to enter and exit).

 

[TMBagain]

My lockin s30 pro battery need replacement soon after 2 years. Which alkaline battery brand is recommended ? My vendor told me cannot use Energizer max even though alkaline because too strong.

Panasonic evolta is next choice as more affordable and lasting ?

I have the same lock, and I use Panasonic Evolta alkaline batteries because NTUC FairPrice stopped selling Energizer. I don't think it matters which brand (of the two) as long as you replace them earlier than later*.

(* Batteries tend to leak when the pressure inside builds up near the tail end of power in the battery. Of course, this also depends on construction and battery type. So replace earlier than later is statistically a good posture.)

FWIW, I have a previous post or posts on my little research into this Energizer anecdote. I generally think it is either a lock design issue perpetuated by a brand, or a bad batch of batteries. I don't think (any) of the client facing vendor staffs is literate or equipped with documentation enough to explain properly their recommendation.

 

[TMBagain]

Given that alkaline batteries will eventually leak, why do some manufacturers like Solity advise using only those types?

That is because the lock (and majority of current locks) are designed for prevalent (easy to get, affordable, sufficient power for usability) battery technology: 1.5V nominal voltage alkaline batteries.

Until the whole consumer electronics industry is disrupted to accept a lower nominal voltage of 1.2v that comes with rechargeable batteries, just stick to a regiment of replacing earlier than later and sticking to known brands, will generally avoid battery leaks issue.

Of course, you can get locks that comes with rechargeable battery packs (built in or otherwise). These are almost all of Chinese origin. Korean origin locks (for domestic Korean use) do not use rechargeable packs by (Korean) regulation. This regulation was removed recently (in 2025), so you may see Solity embracing rechargeable battery packs more , as lock power consumption increases with lock functionality.

PS.
. We must also be aware that rechargeable batteries comes with it's own set of issues. Replacing AA batteries with a new pack (every xx months) gives consumer consistency with battery power delivery which translates to usability. That cannot be said for rechargeables and consumers being diligent in charging and recharging to consistently deliver the same power every cycle.

. There are 1.5 volts AA rechargeables in the market but you can't find them easily (if at all) in the shops. I am not sure about quality and design (with the use electronic circuitry to step down the voltage, with some power loss). For those going this route for cost savings, be cognizant that you get what you pay for.

Really, for now and for most consumers, use AA alkaline as requested by manufacturer and stick to earlier than later replacements, and use Panasonic Evolta or Energizer.

 

[cstanhwz]

My experience with Panasonic Evolta are good. So far, never encounter leaks. I do change the batteries after 1 year of usage.

My experience with Energizer Max (supposed to have technology to prevent leak too) is they will still leak after using for less than 6 months.

So I just stick with Panasonic Evolta.

 

[paul02]

My experience with Panasonic Evolta are good. So far, never encounter leaks. I do change the batteries after 1 year of usage.

My experience with Energizer Max (supposed to have technology to prevent leak too) is they will still leak after using for less than 6 months.

So I just stick with Panasonic Evolta.

Thanks for sharing real life experience.

 

[Mecisteus]

My experience with Energizer Max (supposed to have technology to prevent leak too) is they will still leak after using for less than 6 months.

Possible fake Energizer Max ?

6 months is too short.

 

[cstanhwz]

Possible fake Energizer Max ?

6 months is too short.

Buy from Fairprice.

The pack that had 18 or 20pcs (can't remember).

Since I need for gate and door (4pcs each).

 

[toastboxlover]

philips easykey..
that time got promo.. nvr have any issue so far..

Can recommend your vendor?

 

[Mecisteus]

Can recommend your vendor?

If near Ubi, can consider Hoz Digital. I bought mine here.

The seller is still responsive to me on WhatsApp even though I had problem with Philips recently.

 

[weiess]

Can recommend your vendor?

If near Ubi, can consider Hoz Digital. I bought mine here.

The seller is still responsive to me on WhatsApp even though I had problem with Philips recently.

yup.. I got it from Hoz too.

 

[martintylor]

Can check for lockin s30 pro if only put the first 4 batteries on the top will it still work? I rem able to work or I rem wrongly

 

[gnixer]

just saw lockin v6 max, very tempting to buy.

 

[Irenicis]

Which GP Alkaline battery is most suitable for the digital locks?