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What should I pay attention to when replacing a regular lock with a smart fingerprint lock at home?


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2024-10-24

Do I need to replace the door when installing a fingerprint lock? There are many specifications for the lock body of a door lock, and fingerprint locks are also designed considering most of the lock body specifications on the market, including cylindrical lock body, square lock body, Xiaoshuai lock body, Bawang lock body, Wangli self elastic lock body, and so on. In general, most doors can be equipped with fingerprint locks without the need for door replacement, except for a few special or foreign lock bodies. However, you can also install them by modifying the holes on the door. As long as you want to install a fingerprint lock, the manufacturer and versatile installation master will definitely help you solve the problem.

1. Do I need to replace the door when installing a fingerprint lock? There are many specifications for the lock body of a door lock, and fingerprint locks are also designed considering most of the lock body specifications on the market, including cylindrical lock body, square lock body, Xiaoshuai lock body, Bawang lock body, Wangli self elastic lock body, and so on. In general, most doors can be equipped with fingerprint locks without the need for door replacement, except for a few special or foreign lock bodies. However, you can also install them by modifying the holes on the door. As long as you want to install a fingerprint lock, the manufacturer and versatile installation master will definitely help you solve the problem.


2. Confirm the direction of the door opening, the size of the lock body, and whether it is hung with a heaven and earth hook


3. Do you have any requirements for the material of the door when installing fingerprint locks
There are many types of doors now, including metal doors for outdoor use and common wooden doors for indoor use. People may worry that wooden doors may not hold fingerprint locks, but in fact, this concern is unnecessary. I have only seen thieves pry locks and have never seen anyone smash doors! Intelligent fingerprint locks can be installed on wooden doors, iron doors, copper doors, composite doors, and anti-theft doors. Even glass doors used by companies can use glass door fingerprint locks.

4. How thick does the door need to be to install an intelligent fingerprint lock

The thickness of the door is an important factor that must be considered when installing a fingerprint lock, and the thickness of the door determines the accessories of the lock. The thickness of the door corresponding to a general smart fingerprint lock is between 40-90mm. If it is thicker, you can make a note when buying the fingerprint lock. Doors outside this range cannot be installed, so it is necessary to measure the thickness of the door when purchasing, so that customer service personnel can choose a suitable lock for you.

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5. Is it necessary to install two locks for a double door

Strictly speaking, it means installing two locks, one real lock and one fake lock. This is to facilitate the opening of doors and achieve visual beauty and symmetry. A fake lock will be installed on the other door. A fake lock refers to a lock of the same brand and model, which is installed on a double door by removing the lock core and tongue of one of the locks, leaving only the outer shell; commonly known as a fake lock. Double doors are mostly used in villas and are made of metal, so the weight of the door will be heavier than that of wooden doors. To facilitate the opening of doors, it is recommended to choose a fingerprint lock with a large handle before buying a lock.
6. Can I install a fingerprint lock myself

For DIY enthusiasts, installing a fingerprint lock is easy as long as you follow the instructions on the blueprint. However, if not familiar with the operation, some problems may arise and the lock may be damaged. If the lock damage is caused by self installation, the three guarantee service cannot be enjoyed. For safety reasons, it's better to entrust this challenging task to professional installers.