Fail-safe security gate locks release when power is removed, which supports free exit during power outages or emergencies. Fail-secure locks remain locked without power, helping maintain perimeter control, so choose based on life-safety requirements, access needs, and local codes.

Choose a security gate lock holding force based on the gate’s size, weight, alignment, traffic level, and exposure to pulling or prying forces, with available options ranging from 600 to 2,000 pounds. Higher holding force can support larger or higher-security gates, but the mounting surface, gate condition, preload, and required fail-safe or fail-locked operation also affect the appropriate selection.

Security gate locks with face or surface mounting support sliding and swinging gate installations, including face-mount versions that can be welded or bolted to the gate. Some models also support top or side mounting with brackets, providing flexibility for the gate design and available mounting surface.

Before selecting security gate locks, verify that the access control system provides the required 12 or 24 V DC power, and review the lock’s wiring method, such as hookup leads, armored cable, conduit fittings, or a junction box. Match the lock’s fail-safe or fail-locked operation to the site’s access requirements, then confirm compatibility with the controller, keypad, request-to-exit device, gate position sensor, and any manual key override or bond-status monitoring.