Recommended security hardware

Locks

Used for storeroom doors often in combination with a simple electric strike.

Face & mask scanners

Allows admins to restrict door access based on temperature scanning.

Power & batteries

Used for powering a PoE device (e.g: Kisi reader) when there is no PoE available.

Locks

Used to avoid having the user touching the door handle to open the door. The door will open automatically.

Face & mask scanners

Allows admins to restrict access based on temperature scanning.

Cabling

Used to have all cables for access control in one: locks, sensors, readers.

Cabling

CAT7 cable home run from reader location back to IT room where it will connect to the switch using PoE

Sensors & access devices

Allows users to push the button to unlock the door from the inside of the space.

Locks

Installed in the door frame to buzz open doors.

Other

Used to enable visitors or employees with a way to always see their access badge.

Sensors & access devices

Allows users to trigger the door to unlock while walking out. Often used for magnetic locks.

Sensors & access devices

Can be used as an alternative method to unlock the door. It has to be programmed separately from Kisi.

Sensors & access devices

Allows users to wave their hand to unlock the door from the inside to allow touchless exit.

Power & batteries

Altronix panel for powering 1 door.

Cabling

Typical electric lock cable that sends power to the lock or removes power from the lock to unlock and lock it.

Cameras | Popular

Connect Rhombus cameras to Kisi to combine access events with security footage. This is a Kisi native integration.

Other

Used to prevent vandalism on the door latch. Stainless steel, length 7 in, width 2 3/4 in.

Locks

Used for installing in the door frame. Read more about wired mortise lock installation.

Cameras | Popular

Connect Cisco Meraki cameras to Kisi to combine access events with security footage. This is a Kisi native integration.

Cabling

CAT5 cable home run from reader location back to IT room where it will connect to the switch using PoE.

Intercom

Allows the visitor to ring the doorbell and forward it to your phone so you can unlock the door with Kisi.

Power & batteries | Popular

Used for powering multiple locks.

Alarms

Used for standard burglary alarm functionality. A separate subscription might be required.

Cabling

Used for traditional Wiegand readers but can be made compatible for Kisi readers.

Sensors & access devices

Can be used to override the magnetic lock functionality for example in case of an emergency.

Alarms

Connect a 12V or 24V siren to Kisi's Intrusion Detection system.

Intercom

Modern doorbell for visitors.

Locks

Used for installing the lock in the door frame to buzz open doors.

Locks

Server cabinet locks allow you to keep your rack inaccessible.

Locks | Popular

Used to make sure the strike can at least do one more unlock - even without power!

Intercom

Allows the visitor to ring the doorbell and forward it to your phone so you can unlock the door with Kisi.

Other

Smart lockers for offices and shared spaces with a built-in integration with Kisi.

Cabling

CAT6 cable home run from reader location back to IT room where it will connect to the switch using PoE.

Other

Allow users to wirelessly charge their phones and a lot more.

Sensors & access devices

Allows users to wave their hands to unlock the door from the inside to allow a touchless exit.

Intercom

Simple doorbell for small office use.

Cabling

Converts Ethernet UTP to transmit network data and PoE over 2-Wire.

Other

Used to print names and images of users on ID cards.

Locks

Used for installing the lock on glass doors to keep doors locked.

Face & mask scanners

Allows admins to restrict door access based on body temperature or face mask detection.

Sensors & access devices

Used to measure if the door is open or closed.

Alarms

Standard in fire alarm panels.