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SKU: KT-IP

Kantech IP Link Module with Self Enclosure

IP-based networked access control module with self-contained enclosure
- RS-232 to TCP/IP bridge for KT-100 and KT-300 controllers
- 10/100 Base-T Ethernet via RJ-45 connector
- 12VDC powered, fits inside controller cabinet
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SKU: ISO-30/GG

Kantech ISO-30/GG Indala Dye Sublimation Proximity Card

26-bit Wiegand proximity card with Indala standard and full-color dye sublimation
- Indala 26-bit Wiegand dye-sublimation proximity card
- 4-10 inch typical read range for entry doors
- Compatible with Kantech and third-party Indala readers
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SKU: ISO-30/MAGG

Kantech ISO-30/MAGG Indala Dye Sublimation Card

Dual-mode proximity card with Indala 26-bit Wiegand + blank magstripe
- Indala 26-bit Wiegand card with blank magstripe
- Dye-sublimation surface for photo-quality badges
- Compatible with Kantech and third-party Indala readers
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SKU: ISO-30GGK

Kantech ISO-30GGK Indala 26-bit Wiegand Card

26-bit Wiegand Indala card for Kantech and compatible readers
- Indala 26-bit Wiegand ISO dye-sublimated card
- Photo-quality printable surface for branded badges
- Compatible with Indala and KT-400/KT-500 readers
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SKU: ISO-30MAGGK

Kantech ISO-30MAGGK Indala Dye Sub Card with Magstripe

Indala proximity card with dye-sub printing and blank magstripe
- Indala 26-bit Wiegand card with blank magstripe
- Dye-sublimation surface for photo-quality printing
- Pre-installed magstripe ready for secondary encoding
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SKU: KT-1

Kantech KT-1 IP Controller Single Gang Mount

Single gang IP controller for 1-door retrofit installs in standard electrical box
- KT-1 IP controller in single-gang electrical box form
- TCP/IP + RS-485 + Wiegand for mixed hardware integration
- Fits retrofit installs without enclosure modification
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SKU: KT-1-CAB-M

Kantech KT-1-CAB-M Metal Cabinet with Lock

IP67 metal cabinet with integrated lock for Kantech KT-1-PCB
- IP67-rated metal cabinet with integrated keyed lock
- Black heavy-duty construction for KT-1 controllers
- Withstands hose-down cleaning and outdoor exposure
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SKU: KT-1-CVR

Kantech KT-1-CVR Replacement Cover with Backplate

OEM replacement cover + backplate for Kantech KT-1 4K cameras
- OEM replacement cover with KT-1-PCB-BP backplate
- Maintains IP67 weatherproof rating after replacement
- Black finish for discrete wall-mount installation
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SKU: EK-1M-SCM

Kantech KT-1-M Expansion Kit with Controller - EK-1M-SCM

12-door expandable controller kit with card/keypad support
- KT-1-M expansion kit for adding doors to existing site
- 12VDC controller with proximity reader bundled
- Scales access control without forklift upgrade
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SKU: KT-1-M

Kantech KT-1-M Single-Door IP Access Controller with Cabinet

Single-door IP controller with wall cabinet for networked access
- Single-door IP controller with dedicated relay and I/O logic
- TCP/IP networked PCB ships in metal cabinet enclosure
- 12.2 x 12.2 in wall-mount, 6.5 lb for retrofit work
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SKU: KT-1-PCB

Kantech KT-1-PCB One Door IP Controller

Single-door IP controller, PoE powered, IP67 rated for indoor/outdoor
- PoE 802.3af power eliminates dedicated power runs
- Integrated single-door relay drives lock or strike
- PCB-only form for installation inside existing enclosure
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SKU: KT-1-PCB-BP

Kantech KT-1-PCB-BP Single Gang Wall Plate

IP67 wall plate with 8MP 4K and 850nm IR, PoE powered
- Single-gang wall plate for KT-1-PCB controller
- Allows controller install in standard electrical boxes
- Mounting hardware included for retrofit work
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Kantech

SKU: KT-16DE6

Kantech KT-16DE6 16-Door Unified Power Enclosure

16-door power distribution enclosure, IP67 rated, wall or rack mount
- 16-door unified power enclosure for access control installs
- 24V DC input for code-compliant centralized power distribution
- Wall or rack mount for facility-wide access deployments
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SKU: KT-16DNE6

Kantech KT-16DNE6 16-Door Unified Power Network Enclosure

Unified 16-door access control enclosure with PoE and dual mount
- 16-door unified power and network enclosure in one box
- IP67-rated cabinet for outdoor or wash-down environments
- PoE 802.3af delivery to networked downstream devices
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SKU: KT-2-CAB-M

Kantech KT-2-CAB-M Metal Cabinet Enclosure

Metal cabinet enclosure for Kantech KT-2-BP access control processor
- Metal cabinet enclosure for KT-2-BP processor
- Integrated cable management for organized wiring
- Robust steel construction for commercial installs
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SKU: KT-2-M

Kantech KT-2-M Two-Door IP Access Controller

Two-door IP controller with PoE power and ONVIF VMS integration
- Two-door IP controller with dedicated relays per opening
- PoE 802.3af power eliminates dedicated cable runs
- Wiegand, RS-485, and IP communication built into one PCB
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Access Control

Access control systems secure doors, manage credentials, and enforce entry policies across commercial facilities. Build a scalable deployment with the right combination of controllers, readers, credentials, and door hardware.

Plan Your Deployment

Door count and expansion requirements
Reader type (card, keypad, biometric) and credential format
Fail-safe vs fail-secure hardware design
Power, cabling, and network connectivity planning
Multi-site governance and consistent standards

Buying Guide Get Recommendations Deployment Support

Build a Complete System

Most access control installations need these companion products to be fully functional. Add them to your cart for system-wide compatibility.

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Aiphone JOS-1FW 7" Video Intercom Box Set with Mobile A

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What to Look For When Buying

The six decisions that matter most before you spec.

Fail-Safe vs Fail-Secure

Fail-safe locks (power-to-lock) unlock on power loss — required for egress routes by most fire codes. Fail-secure (power-to-unlock) stays locked on power loss — used on office and storage doors where security trumps egress. Life-safety code interpretation varies by jurisdiction; consult your AHJ before specifying. See our fail-safe vs fail-secure guide.

OSDP vs Wiegand

Wiegand is the legacy reader-to-controller protocol (unencrypted, one-way, limited to 26-bit formats). OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) is the modern replacement — bidirectional, encrypted, supervised, and future-proof for Seos/mobile credentials. New deployments should be OSDP; plan a Wiegand-to-OSDP migration path in legacy systems before adding mobile credential support.

Credential Technology

125 kHz proximity (HID Prox, EM) is the legacy standard — cheap, cloneable, no security. 13.56 MHz smart cards (iCLASS SE, MIFARE DESFire EV3, Seos) use AES encryption and are the commercial standard. Mobile credentials via NFC/BLE increasingly replace physical cards — but only on OSDP-capable readers. Specify multi-technology readers for migration flexibility.

Cloud vs On-Prem Management

Traditional server-based access platforms (Lenel, Genetec, C-Cure) require IT infrastructure and maintenance contracts. Cloud-native platforms (Brivo, Openpath/Avigilon Alta, Genea) eliminate servers but add per-door monthly fees. Mid-size deployments increasingly choose cloud; enterprise + critical infrastructure still favor on-prem. Hardware choice determines which platforms you can run.

Power Supply Sizing

Every lock + reader + controller has an inrush current and a holding current — and they differ. Maglocks hold at 300-500 mA but pull 800 mA on release. UL 294 power supplies rated for total simultaneous holding + 25% headroom, with battery backup sized to code-required runtime. Undersized power supplies are the #1 cause of access-control nuisance failures.

Code Compliance (Egress)

IBC, NFPA 101, and ADA all mandate unimpeded egress. A magnetically-locked door requires a fire-alarm tie-in, a bond-sensor, and a request-to-exit device — omit any and the door is a code violation. Delayed-egress maglocks require 15-second delay + sounder per NFPA. Always confirm lock spec with the AHJ before ordering.

Technology Stack

The specs and acronyms that actually affect outdoor performance.

OSDP v2 + Secure Channel

Open Supervised Device Protocol v2 with Secure Channel Protocol (SCP) delivers AES-128 encryption between reader and controller over RS-485. Replaces unencrypted Wiegand. Required for new federal deployments and FIPS 140-2 applications. All modern HID, ASSA ABLOY, and STid readers support OSDP + SCP.

Seos + iCLASS SE Credentials

HID Seos is the current-generation credential platform: AES-128 encrypted, multi-application, supports mobile wallets, backward-compatible with iCLASS SE. Seos credentials work on Seos readers + older iCLASS SE readers — iCLASS SE credentials do not work on legacy iCLASS (non-SE) readers. Plan migrations carefully.

FIPS 201 / PIV + PIV-I

Federal Identity Verification standard — the credential format used for federal employee and contractor badges. PIV-I (Interoperable) is the commercial variant for hospitals, utilities, and critical-infrastructure contractors. Specify PIV/PIV-I-capable readers (HID pivCLASS, multiCLASS SE) for any facility that hosts government visitors.

UL 294 Listing

Underwriters Laboratories listing for access control system units — power supplies, controllers, and locks. UL 294 6th edition covers security, durability, and overcurrent/overvoltage protection. Insurance and code requirements increasingly specify UL 294 listing. Altronix access-control power supplies are UL 294 listed across the catalog.

Wiegand Protocol

Legacy reader-to-controller protocol — one-way, unencrypted, variable bit-length format. Easily cloned with <$50 hardware. Still widespread because of low cost and universal compatibility. Acceptable for low-security interior doors; should be replaced with OSDP on any external or sensitive-area door.

Request-to-Exit (REX)

Motion- or push-button-activated device that signals the access controller to unlock the door from the secure side without generating an alarm. Required for maglock-equipped egress doors per code. PIR REX sensors must be properly aimed — nuisance alarms and held-door violations trace back to bad REX placement more than any other cause.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

Multi-Tenant Office Building

Lobby turnstiles with multi-tech readers, tenant suite doors with HID Signo + Seos, parking garage with long-range readers, elevator control for floor-by-floor access. Cloud platform (Brivo, Openpath) with mobile credentials replaces physical card issuance. Integration with SIP video intercoms for visitor management.

K-12 School Secure Vestibule

Front entry vestibule with fail-secure electric strike, interior Aiphone video intercom for visitor buzz-in, badge readers for staff, lockdown button integrated with mass notification. Back-of-house doors fail-safe per code. Full VMS integration for event overlay.

Hospital & Healthcare

Unit doors with HID multiCLASS SE + PIV-I compatibility, medication rooms with dual-authentication (card + biometric), ER ambulance bays with ruggedized readers, delayed-egress on behavioral health wards. Lenel or Genetec server-based platform with HIPAA-compliant audit logging. High-cycle-count electric strikes required.

Data Center & Critical Infrastructure

Biometric readers at server-room entries, mantrap doors with anti-tailgating sensors, cage-level access with OSDP + SCP, 7x24 audit logging. FIPS 201 / PIV-I credentials. Integration with IP cameras for tailgating review and infrastructure monitoring for physical-layer security.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between fail-safe and fail-secure locks?

Fail-safe locks (also called "power-to-lock") unlock on power loss — required for egress routes by most fire and life-safety codes. Fail-secure locks ("power-to-unlock") stay locked on power loss — typically used on office, storage, and supply doors where security trumps egress. Always confirm lock selection with the local AHJ; see our fail-safe vs fail-secure guide.

Is OSDP required for new access control installations?

Not legally required in most jurisdictions — but strongly recommended and effectively mandatory for federal deployments. OSDP with Secure Channel provides AES-128 encryption between reader and controller, bidirectional supervision, and future-proof support for mobile credentials. Legacy Wiegand is unencrypted and easily cloned. New deployments should be OSDP-capable from day one; legacy systems should plan a migration path.

Are HID card readers NDAA compliant?

Yes. HID Global is headquartered in Austin, TX, manufactures in multiple allied countries, and is fully NDAA Section 889 compliant. HID Signo, multiCLASS SE, iCLASS SE, and pivCLASS reader families are all eligible for federal, state government, and critical-infrastructure procurement. Credential cards are manufactured to the same compliance standard.

How do I size an access control power supply?

Add up holding current for all locks + reader standby current + controller standby current, then add 25% headroom for inrush and aging. Battery backup should provide code-required standby runtime (typically 4 hours for fire-alarm tie-ins; 15 min for access-only). Altronix UL 294 power supplies post clear spec sheets for total and per-output current — match to your actual load, don't guess.

Can mobile credentials replace physical access cards?

In most modern deployments, yes — but the reader has to support it. Readers need NFC and/or BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) plus a partnership with the mobile credential platform (HID Mobile Access, Openpath, Kastle, etc.). Older proximity-only readers cannot read mobile credentials. Mobile adoption is usually mixed with physical cards during a multi-year transition — plan for both.

What's the difference between iCLASS SE and Seos credentials?

iCLASS SE was HID's previous-generation secure credential (AES-128, 2013-era). Seos is the current generation (2016+) — same AES-128 security, but multi-application, mobile-wallet capable, and future-proof. Seos credentials work on Seos-capable readers and on older iCLASS SE readers. iCLASS SE credentials do not work on legacy (pre-SE) iCLASS readers. See our HID Global catalog for current Seos SKUs.