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Speco Technologies
SKU: ACKIT2VID
Speco Technologies ACKIT2VID Access Control Kit with NVR
4-door access control with integrated NVR and video sync
- Expands from 2 to 4 doors without replacing core hardware
- 45+ transactions per second on quad-core 1.5 GHz processor
- Built-in 12V/24V selectable lock power for up to 4 readers
$6,200.95 $3,368.99 Save $2,831.96The item has been added -
Speco Technologies
SKU: ACKITM1
Speco Technologies ACKITM1 4 Door Access Control Kit with Bluetoo
4-door expandable access control with Bluetooth mobile reader
- Expands from 2-door base to 4 doors with A2M expansion board
- Bluetooth mobile reader enables credential verification via compatible devices
- Selectable 12V/24V lock power output up to 700mA supports both lock types
$6,136.55 $3,333.99 Save $2,802.56The item has been added -
Speco Technologies
SKU: ACKITM2DR
Speco Technologies ACKITM2DR 2 Door Access Control Kit with Bluet
2-door access control with Bluetooth mobile reader and expandable architecture
- Quad-core 1.5 GHz processor handles 45+ transactions per second across dual doors
- Bluetooth mobile reader plus Wiegand support for flexible credential deployment options
- Expandable to 4 doors with optional board; selectable 12V or 24V lock power output
$3,972.15 $2,157.99 Save $1,814.16The item has been added -
Speco Technologies
SKU: IOMOD
Speco Technologies IOMOD External Alarm Box Module
External hardwired I/O relay module for Speco security expansion
- Wall or post mount with weather-resistant enclosure for outdoor use
- Direct hardwired terminal connection to Speco control panels
- Surface or flush installation for residential and commercial deployments
$549.30 $212.99 Save $336.31The item has been added -
STI
SKU: EP141207-O
STI EP141207-O EnviroArmour Polycarbonate Door Controller
- Manages up to 7 door/reader zones over TCP/IP for scalable networked access control.
- Injection-molded polycarbonate resists corrosion in humid, outdoor, or high-moisture zones.
- 44 dB(A) audible alarm output suits retail and office spaces without excessive noise.
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Takex
SKU: KP-100
Takex KP-100 1m Steel Pole Kit (Pair)
Steel pole kit pair for 1m perimeter sensor mounting
- Two 1-meter steel poles included for paired transmitter and receiver
- 1m detection range pairing for close-proximity beam coverage zones
- Outdoor steel construction for ground-mount perimeter installations
$305.00 $261.99 Save $43.01The item has been added -
Takex
SKU: KP-150
Takex KP-150 1.5m Steel Pole Kit (Pair)
1.5m steel pole kit pair for outdoor perimeter detector mounting
- Two 1.5m steel poles for paired beam transmitter and receiver mounting
- Up to 5m beam coverage span between poles for short perimeter zones
- Outdoor steel pole kit for ground-mount fence and gate installations
$428.00 $365.99 Save $62.01The item has been added -
Takex
SKU: MS-12FE
Takex MS-12FE Outdoor Dual-Zone PIR Sensor
Outdoor dual-zone PIR sensor for perimeter motion detection with false alarm reduction
- Dual-zone PIR motion detection for outdoor perimeter coverage
- Outdoor environmental rating for exterior wall, pole, and rack mounts
- Configurable detection zones reduce nuisance alarms in mixed traffic
$293.00 $251.99 Save $41.01The item has been added -
Takex
SKU: MS-12TE
Takex MS-12TE Outdoor Dual-Zone PIR Sensor
Dual-zone outdoor PIR sensor for perimeter motion detection
- Two independent PIR detection zones for customized outdoor coverage
- Wall, pole, or rack mount flexibility for site-specific installation
- Outdoor-rated housing for exterior perimeter and yard monitoring
$218.00 $187.99 Save $30.01The item has been added -
Takex
SKU: PB-100FA
Takex PB-100FA Quad Beam Detector 100m
Quad beam 100m perimeter detector with IP66 all-weather rating
- Quad-beam infrared design requires all four beams broken to alarm
- 100m detection range for long fence lines and large estate perimeters
- IP66-rated outdoor housing withstands rain, dust, and direct sun
$524.00 $449.99 Save $74.01The item has been added -
Takex
SKU: PB-100TK
Takex PB-100TK Twin Beam Detector 100m
100m twin-beam outdoor perimeter detector with IP66 weatherproofing
- Twin-beam design requires both beams broken to reduce false alarms
- 100m detection range covers long perimeter spans with one unit pair
- IP66-rated housing for direct outdoor exposure year-round
$268.00 $230.99 Save $37.01The item has been added -
Takex
SKU: PB-10TNS
Takex PB-10TNS Miniature Twin Beam 10m
Compact twin-beam detector, 10m range, IP66 outdoor perimeter
- Compact twin-beam detector with 10m range for short outdoor zones
- Dual beams reduce false alarms from insects, dust, or light rain
- IP66-rated housing for direct outdoor mounting on walls or posts
$230.00 $198.99 Save $31.01The item has been added -
Takex
SKU: PB-200HFA-KH
Takex PB-200HFA-KH Heated Quad Beam 200m
200m quad-beam outdoor detector with heated optics for all-weather perimeter coverage
- Heated optics prevent fogging and ice buildup in cold-climate sites
- Quad-beam 200m range for extended perimeter and fence-line coverage
- IP66-rated outdoor housing for year-round exterior deployment
$610.00 $524.99 Save $85.01The item has been added -
Takex
SKU: PB-30TK
Takex PB-30TK Twin Beam Detector 30m
Twin-beam 30m outdoor detector with IP66 sealing for perimeter security
- Twin-beam infrared detector requires both beams broken to trigger alarm
- 30m detection range for residential and small commercial perimeters
- IP66-rated outdoor enclosure for direct rain, dust, and sun exposure
$172.00 $148.99 Save $23.01The item has been added -
Takex
SKU: PB-40TE
Takex PB-40TE Twin Beam Detector 40m
Twin-beam 40m perimeter detector with IP66 sealing for outdoor intrusion detection
- Twin-beam outdoor detector with 40m range for medium perimeter spans
- Dual beams filter out small animals and windblown debris alarms
- IP66-rated housing for direct outdoor mounting on poles and walls
$354.00 $304.99 Save $49.01The item has been added -
Takex
SKU: PB-4RNS
Takex PB-4RNS Miniature Reflective Beam 4m
4m reflective beam detector for outdoor perimeter security
- 4m reflective beam pairs transmitter with passive reflector mirror
- Single-side wiring cuts conduit and labor versus opposed-pair setups
- IP66-rated outdoor housing for door, gate, and short-zone coverage
$150.00 $129.99 Save $20.01The item has been added
Control Systems
Access control control systems manage doors, credentials, and policy enforcement across commercial facilities. These systems serve as the central platform for authentication, monitoring, reporting, and integration with broader security infrastructure.
Plan Your Deployment
- Door count and future expansion planning
- On-premise vs cloud-based management platforms
- Credential format compatibility (card, mobile, biometric)
- Integration with video, intercom, and alarm systems
- Network segmentation and cybersecurity considerations
Control Systems — Engineering-Grade Access Control for Commercial Deployments
This category covers 53 working models of control systems sourced manufacturer-direct or through channel-direct US distribution. Build the rest of your system around the architectural choices below — compatibility, environmental rating, and lifecycle decisions made here propagate through every downstream component you specify.
What to Look For
Door count today versus expansion in 5 years dictates controller architecture. Single-door PoE controllers (HID Aero, Axis A1601) are economical for small sites and scale linearly. Multi-door panels (Mercury, Lenel S2, Kantech KT-400) consolidate hardware and reduce per-door cost on large deployments but require upfront commitment to a head-end platform. Plan capacity to absorb growth without ripping out boards mid-life.
Credential strategy locks you to a reader and controller ecosystem. Modern 13.56 MHz options (HID iCLASS Seos, Mifare DESFire EV2/EV3, OSDP-native) resist cloning that 125 kHz prox cards do not. Mobile credentials (HID Mobile Access, LEAF, Bluetooth/NFC) demand readers that support secure transports. If you anticipate migrating credentials, choose controllers and readers that accept multiple formats and OSDP from the start.
Integration with your video, intrusion, and identity systems is the long-tail cost. Native ONVIF Profile A (access control) is uncommon; most integrations rely on vendor APIs, scripted IFTTT-style bridges, or middleware. Confirm controller-to-VMS and controller-to-active-directory integration paths before you commit — retrofitting these later is expensive.
Power, network, and physical mounting requirements vary widely. Some controllers run on 12VDC, others on 24VAC, others on PoE+. Door-frame mounting versus closet/rack mounting changes wire-pull strategy. Budget for door hardware (electrified locks, strikes, REX, door position) and the secondary power supply with battery backup that fire code requires on egress doors.
Key Specs in This Category
| Spec | Available Options |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 8MP, 2MP |
| Connectivity | Wired |
| Power | AC/DC |
| Type | Accessory, Mobile Computer, Controller, Reader, Cable, Speaker, Camera, Control module |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between OSDP and Wiegand?
Wiegand is the legacy reader-to-controller protocol — open, unencrypted, vulnerable to spoofing and limited to short cable runs. OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) is the modern replacement: encrypted, bidirectional, supports tamper detection and firmware updates, and runs reliably over longer distances. SIA SP1/SP2 designations indicate OSDP Secure Channel support. New deployments should specify OSDP everywhere unless legacy infrastructure forces Wiegand.
Can I use one controller across multiple buildings?
Most modern IP-based controllers can manage geographically distributed doors as long as network connectivity to the head-end is reliable. However, doors at remote sites lose access decision capability if WAN goes down unless the controller supports offline mode and caches valid credentials locally. For multi-site deployments, choose controllers with documented offline operation and consider redundant head-ends for compliance-sensitive industries.
How many credentials can a typical controller hold?
Entry-level controllers hold 5,000-10,000 credentials. Mid-range hold 50,000-100,000. Enterprise platforms scale to millions through the head-end software with the controller acting as a cached decision point. Card-to-reader presentation time matters more than raw capacity once you're above 10,000 — confirm the read time at the maximum cardholder count, not the controller's spec-sheet headline number.
Do I need PoE or can I use a separate power supply?
PoE simplifies installation — one cable per door — and is the dominant approach for single-door IP controllers. Multi-door panels typically need a dedicated 12VDC or 24VAC power supply with battery backup sized to drive electrified locks and accessories. Egress doors often require code-mandated battery backup regardless of controller power source. Confirm local fire code requirements before finalizing the power architecture.
What's the typical lifespan of an access control panel?
Hardware lifespan is 10-15 years for well-built panels (Mercury, Lenel, Kantech, HID Aero). The platform software typically forces a refresh sooner — 5-8 years — through driver deprecation, mobile credential support gaps, or end-of-life of the head-end version. Plan for software-driven refresh ahead of hardware failure. Migration projects always run longer than planned; start scoping a replacement in year 5 of a 10-year hardware horizon.
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