Introduction To RFID Smart Digital Locks

In recent years, there has been a growing trend for consumers to buy digital door locks. These locks offer a number of advantages over traditional mechanical locks, including increased security, convenience, and flexibility. 

Whether for your HDB flat or condo, smart digital locks offer unparalleled convenience and security for your home. Access is usually granted through fingerprint, PIN code, Bluetooth, or RFID card. If you are wondering what RFID technology is, this blog post by Hoz, Singapore’s leading digital lock expert, is for you! 

We will look at how these locks work and some useful features to watch out for if you are looking to buy a digital lock. 

How Do These Smart Digital Locks Work?

Digital door locks offer a number of advantages when you buy them instead of traditional key locks. For one, they are more difficult to pick, making them more secure. Additionally, digital door locks can be programmed to allow multiple users access, making them ideal for businesses or homeowners with multiple people coming and going. 

Finally, digital door locks offer a higher level of convenience than traditional locks, as they can be opened with many access methods. Most operate using a keypad, which requires the user to enter a code in order to open the lock. Some also have fingerprint scanners or other biometric sensors, which provide an extra layer of security. 

In addition, many digital door locks are connected to home automation systems, allowing them to be controlled remotely via smartphone or tablet.

Lastly, access can be granted through an RFID card or chip. RFID stands for Radio Frequency Identification. RFID is a technology that uses radio waves to identify people or objects. 

RFID tags are embedded in items such as ID badges, keycards, and passports. When an RFID reader is passed over an RFID tag, it emits a radio signal that powers the tag. The tag then sends back a unique identifier that can be used to unlock the door. 

Useful Features

If you are looking to buy a smart digital door lock for your HDB flat or condo, there are a few features you can watch out for.

1. Physical key 

In the event of an emergency, it never hurts to go old-school and have a physical key on standby if say, there is a blackout or the lock malfunctions for some reason. After all, smart digital locks are controlled by computers, which can fail, no matter how unlikely. 

2. PIN code capabilities 

Some people might have problems keeping track of an RFID card or tag, and not all smart digital locks have fingerprint access. That’s where the PIN code comes in. 

Have an easy-to-remember number for each member of the family, or a common one that they all share. PIN codes that are relevant to them are easily remembered by everyone, even young children and seniors. 

3. Anti-tamper alarm system

Whether it's your home or office, you want to make sure that they're safe from theft and damage. One way to do this is to make sure your smart digital lock has anti-tamper features that sound an alarm to withstand attempts at forced entry.

This would give you peace of mind that your property is well-protected, whether it is your home or business. 

4. Access during a specific time 

Many smart digital locks can be programmed to grant access only during a specific time frame. This feature will come in handy if you are giving access to say, a contract or a domestic helper.

Time-specific access will limit the validity of the pin code or any other method only during a specific time frame, after which, the code will be invalid. 

Get Started With A RFID Smart Digital Lock At Hoz

As the world becomes increasingly digitalised, it is clear that digital door locks are the way of the future. If you are looking to buy a digital door lock, browse our extensive collection online and enjoy a two-year warranty on all purchases plus free onsite installation anywhere in Singapore! Contact our team for more information on RFID locks too.