Securitron Magnalock, REX and Power Planning
Securitron Magnalock families include different holding-force and application options, with models such as the M62 available for interior, perimeter, exterior and specialty mounting. A complete opening also needs correct armature geometry, door position or bond monitoring, request-to-exit, emergency release and power behavior.
Select the complete system, not one headline feature
Match devices, software, licensing, infrastructure, retention, integrations and support to the operating requirement before finalizing the design.
Opening, code and Magnalock selection
Survey door and frame material, swing, closer, header, glass or narrow-stile conditions, exterior exposure and traffic. Determine whether the opening is egress, fire rated or part of a delayed-egress or special-locking arrangement. The authority-approved code sequence comes before product selection.
Choose the Magnalock model, single or double configuration, mounting bracket and options from the exact opening. BondSTAT, door position and other monitoring serve different purposes. A strong holding-force number does not correct a weak frame, poor armature contact or an unapproved egress design.
Discovery should identify protected areas, users, schedules, response procedures, privacy expectations, existing equipment and the party who will administer the finished system. Product claims only become useful after they are translated into measurable coverage, capacity, availability and response requirements.
- Door/frame and environment
- Code and egress sequence
- Holding force and model
- Mounting bracket and monitors
Mounting, sensors and release architecture
Create a release diagram showing normal access-control unlock, scheduled unlock, request-to-exit, fire-alarm or emergency input, manual release devices and power loss. Identify which release paths are independent of the access controller where required.
Size the power supply for continuous current, distance, simultaneous locks, battery or emergency source and required supervision. Select REX motion, push-to-exit or other devices from the approved sequence, and place sensors so normal approach releases reliably without creating an excessive unsecured zone.
Coordinate network addressing, PoE or low-voltage power, pathways, environmental ratings, mounting, door or camera interfaces and backup power. Verify exact model compatibility and supported software before ordering; similar product names can conceal different capacity, license or integration limits.
- Normal and emergency release
- Independent release paths
- REX coverage and placement
- Continuous power and backup
| Function | Component | Acceptance |
|---|---|---|
| Secure | Magnalock and armature | Full bond and reliable closure |
| Authorized entry | Controller relay | Correct credential and schedule |
| Egress release | REX/manual/emergency path | Approved immediate release |
| Monitoring | DPS or bond sensor | State matches physical door |
Installation and functional commissioning
Install the lock and bracket on a structurally adequate surface using the approved fasteners. The armature must float as designed and contact the magnet face fully. Protect cable, provide a serviceable junction and keep door closer and stop adjustments from forcing the lock to absorb impact.
Commission credential, schedule and REX release, then separately test every required emergency path. Verify immediate release on loss of lock power, correct alarm and monitor states, relock only after the approved conditions and repeated closing without residual binding.
Use named administrators, least privilege and multifactor authentication where supported. Establish backup, update, health-monitoring and escalation ownership. Firmware and software should come from the manufacturer portal after compatibility and release-note review, with rollback or recovery prepared before change.
- Structural mounting
- Full armature contact
- Every release input tested
- Alarm and relock behavior
Records, inspection and emergency testing
Document model, bracket, options, voltage, current, supply, batteries, relay, REX, emergency inputs, monitoring points and complete release sequence. Provide photographs that show mounting and labels without revealing sensitive controller details.
Inspect the lock face, armature pivot, fasteners, cable, closer, door alignment, release devices and backup power on a defined schedule. Repeat life-safety release tests after controller, fire-system, power or door-hardware changes.
Acceptance should test normal use, denied or alarm conditions, loss of network or power, notification, audit history and administrator recovery. Deliver protected configuration records, licenses, serials, diagrams, test evidence, support links and clearly owned exceptions.
- Complete release diagram
- Power and battery record
- Scheduled physical inspection
- Retest after related changes
How we plan and deliver the work
The final design depends on site conditions, existing systems, client policies and the selected manufacturer or platform.
Discover
Document people, assets, workflows, risks and existing systems.
Design
Select the supported architecture, devices, licenses and integrations.
Install
Stage, label and commission through controlled changes.
Validate
Exercise operating scenarios and deliver lifecycle records.
Information to gather before design
Good decisions are easier when the project team starts with complete operational and technical information. The following items help reduce assumptions, change orders and avoidable return visits.
- Operational use cases and response
- Device and software compatibility
- Power, network and physical interfaces
- Licensing, identity and cybersecurity
- Acceptance, support and lifecycle
Frequently asked questions
These are common planning questions. A site-specific answer should be confirmed during discovery and design.
Is a door-position switch the same as a bond sensor?
No. Door position reports the opening state; bond monitoring reports magnetic holding contact.
Can the access controller be the only release path?
Not where code requires an independent release method. Follow the approved life-safety sequence.
Why does armature alignment matter?
Incomplete contact reduces holding performance and can create unreliable locking.
What maintenance is important?
Inspect alignment, armature movement, fasteners, wiring, release devices and backup power and repeat emergency tests.
Manufacturer software, firmware and technical files remain on the manufacturer’s official website. We do not mirror firmware files locally.
Discuss a commercial security project
Tell us about the doors, buildings, users, existing equipment, operational requirements and desired completion date. We will help organize the right discovery and design conversation.