keycard lock

Swipe-activated door mechanism

A keycard lock is a lock opened by a card rather than a traditional key.

The card may use a magnetic stripe, RFID chip, or other technology to communicate with the lock mechanism.

Hotels commonly use keycard locks for guest rooms: The keycard lock blinked green and I pushed the door open.

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keycode · key fob · access badge · proximity sensor · security system · authorization · security · access control · control panel · keyguard · magnetic stripe · strike plate · hospital wards · hotel room · office building · residential complexes · restricted area · government facilities

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Key-operated door lock

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Key-operated door lock

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Barrier removed for entry

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G