Interlocking Lock Systems

Interlocking Lock Systems

GA576-2018 Compliant Anti-Tailgating Door Control for Banks, Prisons & Data Centers

GA576-2018 Anti-Tailgating TCP/IP SUS304 Stainless

When one door is open, all other doors are mechanically and electronically locked — preventing unauthorized tailgating. Compliant with GA576-2018 national standard for interlocking security doors. Stepper motor drive, auto bolt correction, and multiple unlock methods (fingerprint, IC card, password, key).

  • Interlocking: when any door opens, all others lock (including key override)
  • Anti-tailgating with duress alarm (silent panic code)
  • Auto-relock after door closes (6s delay)
  • TCP/IP networking with video intercom option (KZQ6)
  • Corridor lighting control on door open
  • Emergency simultaneous unlock (dual-press indoor button)
  • SUS304 stainless steel solid bolt, ≥24mm extension
ISO 9001:2015
GA576-2018 Compliant
GA/T73-2015 Compliant
ISO-certified manufacturer
30+ Years Manufacturing

System Architecture

KZQ5 Networked Interlocking Control System — TCP/IP Architecture | HowLock

KZQ5 — Networked Interlocking Controller

GA576-2018 compliant. TCP/IP networking, video surveillance integration, voice alarm, corridor lighting control, remote management via workstation.

KZQ6 Visual Intercom Interlocking System — TCP/IP Architecture | HowLock

KZQ6 — Visual Intercom Interlocking Controller

Same as KZQ5 plus built-in visual intercom. No separate UPS required (external UPS). Supports video doorbell and two-way communication.

Controller Comparison

FeatureKZQ5KZQ63-Wire Controller
StandardGA576-2018GA576-2018—
NetworkingTCP/IPTCP/IPSingle-wire (RS485)
Visual IntercomNoYesNo
Video SurveillanceYes (NVR)Yes (NVR)No
Voice AlarmYesYesLED indicator only
Corridor LightingYes (auto 1min)Yes (auto 1min)No
UPSBuilt-inExternal—
Unlock MethodsIC/fingerprint/password/remote/keySame + intercomElectric + key
ApplicationBanks, prisons, data centersSame + high-security VIP areasSimple dual-door interlock

Embedded Interlocking Locks

Drop-in replacement for traditional mortise locks (30×240mm standard cutout). Stepper motor drive, auto bolt correction, SUS304 solid stainless steel bolt.

LDS16 — Standard Embedded Interlocking Lock

Operating VoltageDC 12V – 15V
Operating Current< 900mA
Standby Current≤ 30mA
Lock Current< 400mA
Bolt Extension≥ 24mm
Bolt MaterialSUS304 Solid Stainless Steel
DriveStepper Motor (metal gear)
StandardGA576-2018 + GA/T73-2015 Class C
Unlock MethodsKey, IC card, password, fingerprint (model dependent)

Standard 30×240mm mortise cutout — direct replacement for traditional anti-theft locks. No additional door modification required. Auto bolt correction prevents mis-alignment.

LDS16 Embedded Interlocking Lock — Installation Dimension Drawing | HowLock

Model Selection Guide

Model Bolt Locating Key IC Card Password Fingerprint Embedded Install Dead-bolt Support Bolt Material Bolt Extension
LDS16/16PYesYes———Yes—SUS304
Solid Stainless
≥24mm
LDS(16/16P)KCYesYesYes——YesYes≥24mm
LDS(16/16P)KCPYesYesYesYes—Yes—≥24mm
LDS(16/16P)KCPFYesYesYesYesYesYes—≥24mm
LDS16YYesYesYesYesYesYesYes≥30mm

All LDS16 models: DC12V–15V, standby ≤30mA, lock current <400mA. LDS16Y (new model): DC12V–15V, <300mA operating, ≤40mA standby, bolt ≥30mm, compliant with GA526-2010 (prison door standard).

LDS16Y — New Generation (Enhanced Security)

  • Standard mortise cutout — direct replacement
  • Auto bolt locating with deadbolt support
  • Bolt extension ≥30mm (meets GA526-2010 prison door standard)
  • Indoor handle press = instant unlock
  • Multiple unlock: key / IC card / password / fingerprint
  • GA576-2018 + GA/T73-2015 Class C compliant
  • DC 12V–15V, <300mA operating, ≤40mA standby
LDS16Y Enhanced Interlocking Lock — Dimension Drawing & Selection Table | HowLock

3-Wire Interlocking Locks (LDS2/LDS8/LDS9)

SpecLDS2-STLDS8LDS9 (Embedded)
Bolt Extension≥20mm≥20mm≥20mm
VoltageDC 12V – 24VDC 12V – 24VDC 12V – 24V
Standby Current≤20mA≤20mA≤20mA
Lock Power≤7.8W≤7.8W≤7.8W
Lock Delay6s6s6s
Mount TypeSurfaceSurfaceEmbedded

Applications

Banking & Finance

ATM areas, vault corridors, VIP rooms. GA576-2018 mandatory for new bank construction. TCP/IP remote monitoring from security center.

Prisons & Detention

Cell blocks, visitor areas, sally ports. LDS16Y meets GA526-2010 prison door standard. Duress alarm with silent panic code.

Data Centers & Labs

Server rooms, clean rooms, bio-safety labs. Prevent unauthorized access through airlock-style dual-door interlocking.

Specify Your Interlocking System

Tell us the number of doors, lock model, controller type, and unlock method requirements. We provide complete system design.