If you treat a dial lock well, it could last as long as your lifetime. Longevity - Unlike electric parts, dial parts are mechanical and offer a much longer lifespan. Reliability - Dial locks haven’t changed much in the last 30 years. Life Expectancy - Because an electronic lock is an electric component, the life expectancy is shorter than a manual lock.
However, lower-end electric locks often won’t and could become inoperable in the event an EMP was detonated. (These are the same units that our military uses). This is particularly true of biometric fingerprint locks that can be opened with the swipe of a finger.Įase of Use - Keypad locks and biometric locks are undoubtedly easier to use.Įasily Customizable Combinations - Digital locks allow owners to more easily re-set their combination and in some cases provide unique combinations to separate individuals.īattery Operated - If the battery fails and you need to open your safe quickly, replacing the battery would slow-down your access.ĮMP Rating - Some models carry an EMP rating. Quick Access - Digital locks are often praised for their quick access capabilities. Sleek, Modern Look - These high-tech digital gun safe locks offer a contemporary look. Let’s explore: Keypad Locks & Biometric Fingerprint Locks Pros of Electric Locks:
Depending on your needs and how you use your gun safe, the pros of one lock mechanism could outweigh the cons of the other. There are pros and cons to guns safes with a combination lock and those with a digital lock. In nearly all instances, this is doable and the finished product looks factory installed. However, it’s important to note that we sometimes have to slightly modify a few of the mechanism components and the face of the safe to accept a lock. Because most UL Listed locks bolt onto this footprint, UL Listed electric locks and UL listed manual locks can be exchanged. This is because most high-quality and US made are typically outfitted with a “magic module” footprint for the lock unit. It’s possible to replace an electric keypad with a manual lock in nearly all cases, or vice versa.
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