Paxton Access, the UK manufacturer of access control systems introduces the vandal-resistant compact metal keypad.
The keypad has been developed in response to feedback from installers. The unit is an all in one keypad system that is suitable the manufacturer says for use on outdoor gates and barriers. All the control electronics are built into the housing, so installers do not have to wire to a separate control unit.
The keypad controls an access point via a powered lock output and volt free relay contacts. This allows the control of gates and barriers with no need for extra relays. The keypad also has a new voltage range of 12-24 V AC/DC, meaning that no extra power supply is needed when fitting to gates and barriers
The keypad it is claimed stands up to abuse; in areas where knocks and scrapes are inevitable. It is IPX7 rated and suitable the makers say for use in all weather. The keypad panel is back-lit for simple night time operation. Now, no other compact keypad is so good for use outdoors.
