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In today’s world, companies are searching for access control and security solutions in a host of applications. It’s no surprise that companies need to know who is entering a facility, need to control that access, and desire the ability to audit and review access over time. Electronic access control is now the go-to solution to effectively manage access control. Unfortunately, not every application is a corridor or main entrance where “cookie cutter” hardware fits the bill.

A major pain point that arises in many applications is the problem of power. Many traditional electronic hardware solutions require power to operate. This often means the professional installation of a power supply, which also means expense. For retrofit applications this may mean an even more significant cost burden, assuming it’s even possible based on the building infrastructure.

But what about batteries? Batteries are a good solution for many, but not all openings. For instance, what about heavy traffic applications which drain batteries and require constant replacement? This may become an expensive nuisance and is certainly not in keeping with a sustainable “green” goal.

On the other hand, what about very low use applications? It’s not desirable to approach a lock on a remote outbuilding or low-access door that has not been used in a month, only to find it drained and dead, and you without access.

What if you could provide access control and the device could power itself?!

The PowerPlex 2000 does just that.

The PowerPlex 2000 is a fully-featured, stand-alone electronic access control lock utilizing keypad pin codes to control access. The lock features 100 unique user codes and various authority levels (managers, access users, service & maintenance users). The lock is programmable through the keypad or via software that provides the ability to audit user activity.

From a hardware standpoint this lock comes with many options to fit the needs of the doors we see today and comes with a host of mechanical and key over-ride options as well.

But what makes the PowerPlex 2000 truly unique? Power!

The PowerPlex 2000 does not require a power supply, a wall-wart power plug, or any other wiring run to the door to power the lock. Also, the lock does not need batteries to operate. With PowerPlex you will never change a battery.

How is this accomplished? PowerPlex contains dormakaba’s patented PowerStar™ technologies. Power is generated and stored each time the lever is turned in normal operation. With the turn of the lever, power is stored in a built-in super capacitor. Each time the door is accessed the simple action of opening the door is creating and storing power for the operation of the lock.

When the lock is not in use it will enter a low-energy standby mode. Once the first digit of a valid code is entered to “wake up” the lock, the remainder of the code can be entered, and access is granted.

A full charge of the built-in super capacitors will last up to 10 weeks with no activity at the lock. But never fear, if the capacitor is running low a quick turn of the lever will have it charged back up in moments.

As you can imagine the PowerPlex has found it’s value in a host of applications and verticals that face unique power needs.

• Retail
• Parks & Recreation
• Commercial and Institutional
• Healthcare
• Childcare, K-12 and higher ed.

Overall, the PowerPlex 2000 is a great lock on its own. It boasts Grade 1 BHMA certifications. It’s a robust lock fully featured for electronic access control.

But with the PowerStar™ self-charging technology, this lock stands apart as a truly one of a kind, differentiated and game changing solution.