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SKU: P40KEY

Kantech P40KEY ioProx 26-bit Wiegand Keytag

Passive 26-bit Wiegand keytag for Kantech ioProx access control
- ioProx 26-bit Wiegand passive RFID keytag
- No batteries — electromagnetic induction powers reads
- Compact keychain form factor for daily carry
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SKU: P50TAG

Kantech P50TAG ioProx Self-Adhesive Round Tag

Self-adhesive round proximity tag for ioProx and 26-bit Wiegand systems
- ioProx self-adhesive round tag for badges and assets
- 26-bit Wiegand format for broad reader compatibility
- Sticks directly to ID materials — no mounting hardware
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SKU: P600

Kantech P600 ioProx Long Range Proximity Reader

Long-range ioProx reader with 8MP imaging for enterprise access control
- ioProx long-range proximity reader with extended detection
- Dual format output: XSF and 26-bit Wiegand selectable
- Compatible with KT-400, KT-500, KT-900, and Wiegand panels
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Kantech

SKU: KTES-INDEX-F

Kantech Paper Index Illuminated LED

LED-illuminated paper index for Kantech access control operator stations
- LED-illuminated paper index for low-light control rooms
- Printed tenant names and access levels at the panel
- 12VDC powered from KTES supply, no extra wiring
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SKU: PB-EXIT

Kantech PB-EXIT Push Button with SPDT Switch

Non-illuminated push button with SPDT switch for manual door release
- Non-illuminated SPDT push button for door release
- Normally-open or normally-closed switching options
- Reduced power draw vs illuminated alternatives
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Kantech

SKU: SA-550

Kantech SA-550 Stand-Alone Door Controller

Stand-alone 8-door controller with integrated proximity reader, no network needed
- Stand-alone door controller with integrated ioProx reader
- 1,000 user credential capacity for retail and warehouse sites
- No host PC required — credentials stored on device
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Kantech

SKU: SH-C1

Kantech SH-C1 ShadowProx Standard Clamshell Card

Standard clamshell proximity card for Kantech and HID systems
- ShadowProx standard clamshell card with KSF format
- Compatible with Kantech and HID proximity readers
- Durable hinged plastic for daily-use credential cards
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SKU: SH-K1

Kantech SH-K1 ShadowProx Keytag

ShadowProx keytag credential for Kantech access control systems
- ShadowProx KSF keytag with proprietary Kantech encryption
- HID 4086X cross-compatibility for mixed-vendor sites
- Anti-cloning protection vs unencrypted 125kHz tags
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SKU: SH-CMG4/GG

Kantech ShadowProx Dye Sub Card KSF Blank Magstripe

Kantech KSF dye-sub card with blank magstripe for custom encoding
- ShadowProx dye-sub card with KSF format + blank magstripe
- Full-color fade-resistant photo printing
- Magstripe field ready for secondary encoding
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SKU: SH-CMG3/GG

Kantech ShadowProx KSF Dye Sublimation Card

Dye-sublimation KSF cards with fade-resistant color for ShadowProx access
- ShadowProx KSF dye-sublimation card
- Full-color photo-quality printing infused into card
- No lamination layer — reduced cost and thickness
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SKU: SK-CE-400-SCSG

Kantech SK-CE-400-SCSG Starter Kit with EntraPass

Enterprise access control kit with centralized multi-site management
- Access control starter kit with EntraPass software
- Multi-technology reader: DESFire + MIFARE + HID + NFC
- AES-128 + RS-485 for enterprise-grade key management
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SKU: SK-CE402

Kantech SK-CE402 Starter Kit with EntraPass Corporate

Enterprise access control starter kit for multi-site deployments
- Access control starter kit with EntraPass Corporate
- Centralized multi-site cardholder + facility management
- Proximity reader + TCP/IP + RS-485 + RS-232 support
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SKU: SK-SE-1M-SCM

Kantech SK-SE-1M EntraPass Special Edition Starter Kit

Complete access control starter kit with EntraPass software for small-to-mid facilities
- EntraPass Special Edition + multi-tech smart card reader
- Handles DESFire, MIFARE, HID, NFC 13.56MHz, and 125kHz prox
- AES-128 encrypted RS-485 link to controller
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SKU: SK-SE-1M-RDR

Kantech SK-SE-1M-RDR Starter Kit with EntraPass

Complete access control for 1 door with EntraPass software included
- EntraPass Special Edition with 1-month software license
- 10 lb compact starter kit for single-door deployments
- 12VDC integrated controller + reader hardware bundle
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SKU: SK-SE-2M-SCSG

Kantech SK-SE-2M-SCSG Starter Kit EntraPass Special Edition

Complete access control starter kit with EntraPass software and multi-credential support
- EntraPass Special Edition + KT-2 controller in one kit
- 12VDC starter bundle ready to deploy out of the box
- Multi-vendor sourcing eliminated — single SKU starts the system
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SKU: SK-SE-400-SCM

Kantech SK-SE-400-SCM EntraPass Special Edition Starter Kit

EntraPass Special Edition starter kit with 4-door controller, multi-tech readers
- EntraPass Special Edition starter kit — 4-door access control
- Supports MIFARE + HID + NFC + 125 kHz Prox in one platform
- Wiegand + RS-485 for legacy reader and modern OSDP integration
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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.

Door intercoms

Aiphone DA-1MD Audio Handset Master Station

$82.99

Aiphone DB-1MD Hands-Free Master Station

$144.99

Aiphone DB-1SD Hands-Free Sub Master Station

$113.99

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

$820.99

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.