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SKU: AQE30

HES AQE30 Enterprise Access Control Hardware

Enterprise access control hardware with multi-credential support for scalable deployments
- Supports multiple authentication types and credential formats across installation points
- TCP/IP connectivity with Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Base-T) for network integration
- Operates in temperature range –20 to +70°C for corporate, educational, and industrial facilities
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SKU: ASB-32BK

HES ASB-32BK Aluminum Frame Spacer Bracket

Aluminum spacer bracket for HES access control frame mounting
- Precision spacing and alignment for door frame and rack installations
- Lightweight aluminum construction rated for indoor and controlled outdoor use
- Compatible with HES access control and security system ecosystems
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SKU: ASB-32CL

HES ASB-32CL Aluminum Shim Bracket for M82 Series

Clear anodized aluminum shim bracket for HES M82 strike alignment
- Corrects frame misalignment on wood and metal door frames without rework
- Clear anodized aluminum resists corrosion indoors and standard outdoor use
- Direct M82 series compatibility eliminates adapters and installation guesswork
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SKU: ASB-62BK

HES ASB-62BK Aluminum Frame Spacer Bracket

Aluminum spacer bracket for wall and ceiling camera frame mounting
- Corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy with lightweight design and structural integrity
- Compatible with HES and third-party camera frame systems for flexible integration
- Supports both wall and ceiling configurations for offset frame alignment
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SKU: ASB-62CL

HES ASB-62CL Aluminum Frame Spacer Bracket

Aluminum frame spacer bracket for HES access control, IP66 rated
- Aluminum construction resists corrosion in indoor and outdoor environments
- IP66 rating handles dust and direct water jets in washdown areas
- Pre-engineered geometry aligns readers and hardware without field adjustment
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SKU: ASB-680CL

HES ASB-680CL Aluminum Shim Bracket Clear

Aluminum shim bracket for precise HES mounting alignment indoors/out
- Clear anodized aluminum resists corrosion in outdoor installations
- Wall, ceiling, and pendant mount configurations for flexible placement
- Low-profile design with adjustable spacing for sight-line fine-tuning
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SKU: ASB-82BK

HES ASB-82BK Aluminum Frame Spacer Bracket

Aluminum frame spacer bracket with IP66 protection for HES access control
- Aluminum construction resists corrosion in moisture-prone mounting environments
- IP66 rated to keep dust and water out of frame-mounted installations
- Precision-engineered spacing aligns door frames with HES security systems
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SKU: ASB-82CL

HES ASB-82CL Aluminum Frame Spacer Bracket

Aluminum frame spacer bracket for HES and third-party security mounts
- Aluminum construction resists corrosion in indoor and protected outdoor use
- Frame-mount design integrates with HES security systems and standard infrastructure
- Spacer bracket form factor adjusts mounting depth for precise equipment alignment
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SKU: ASB-V2M1200

HES ASB-V2M1200 Aluminum Frame Spacer Bracket

Aluminum spacer bracket for precise VM1200 lock alignment
- Frame-mounted design maintains exact magnet-to-armature spacing
- Aluminum construction resists corrosion in commercial and semi-outdoor use
- Accommodates variable frame depths and door thicknesses without compromise
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SKU: ASCWB-DM62CL

HES ASCWB-DM62CL Aluminum Spacer Bracket

1-1/2" aluminum spacer for HES strike retrofit on concrete & wood
- Corrosion-resistant aluminum construction for indoor and outdoor use
- Dual-substrate mounting holes fit both concrete and wood door frames
- Precise 1-1/2" standoff height prevents latch binding and misalignment
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SKU: ASS-32

HES ASS-32 Strike Plate 32SplitSet

Strike plate for split-frame doors in HES electric strike systems
- 32SplitSet configuration fits standard and non-standard door frames
- 24VDC electromagnetic strike operation for commercial access control
- Compatible with HES electric strike systems and Wiegand readers
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SKU: ASS-82

HES ASS-82 Strike Plate Assembly Model 82SplitSet

Strike plate assembly for HES electric strikes on standard door frames
- Model 82SplitSet split-set mounting configuration for standard frame integration
- Direct compatibility with HES electric strike systems and access control networks
- 24VDC operation supports multi-door commercial and institutional deployments
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HES

SKU: ASS62

HES ASS62 Strike Plate with Split Center Set

HES strike plate with split center set for electric locking systems
- Split center design aligns locking bolt with wood or metal door frames
- Compatible with HES electric strike and latch assemblies only
- Includes complete fastener set for commercial installation
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SKU: B-12-5

HES B-12-5 12VDC 5AMP Backup Battery

12VDC 5AMP backup battery for HES access control systems
- 5-ampere capacity maintains power to electronic locks during outages
- 12VDC output compatible with HES access control platforms
- Indoor-rated for installation in equipment cabinets and control rooms
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SKU: B100

HES B100 Multi-Voltage Accessory Board

Multi-voltage accessory board for mixed-power access control systems
- Supports 24VDC input with flexible voltage management across distributed installations
- Wiegand communication integrates with HES control panels and electric strike systems
- Compact board design reduces wiring complexity in commercial security deployments
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SKU: BA-DPA-12

HES BA-DPA-12 Door Prop Alarm Timer 12VDC

12VDC door prop alarm timer with configurable detection threshold
- Detects prolonged door-open conditions and triggers integrated boxed speaker
- Configurable timer threshold for customized prop-open detection sensitivity
- Compatible with door position switches and magnetic contacts in standard enclosures
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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 DB-1MD Hands-Free Master Station

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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.