Alarm Controls 600WP Weather Resistant Magnetic Gate Lock - 600 lbs. Holding Force

The Alarm Controls 600WP is a weather-resistant magnetic gate lock delivering 600 lbs of holding force, built specifically for outdoor perimeter applications where a standard indoor maglock would corrode and fail. The whole point of the 600WP is the environment it survives: the entire unit is sealed in a stainless steel case, so rain, humidity, and temperature swings don't reach the electronics. That makes it the right lock for sliding or swinging gates at a property line, parking lot, or any exterior access point that needs electric control and has to stand up to the weather year-round.

Why a weather-resistant maglock is different

A regular electromagnetic lock is designed for a climate-controlled interior door. Put one on an outdoor gate and moisture works its way in, corrodes the coil and connections, and the lock fails, often within a season or two. The 600WP is engineered the opposite way. The completely sealed stainless steel case keeps water and contaminants out, the non-aluminum parts are plated to resist corrosion, and the 12 inch leads run in armored cable with a metal end cap so the wiring is protected where it's most exposed. It's rated to operate from +14 to +131 degrees F, covering the real temperature range an exterior gate sees. This is what separates a gate lock that lasts from an indoor maglock that quietly died outside.

What the 600WP does on a gate

The 600WP works like any maglock: energize it and the electromagnet bonds to the armature with 600 lbs of holding force, securing the gate. Cut the power, whether by access control, a card reader, a keypad, or a fire/egress signal, and it releases instantly. Because there are no moving parts, there's nothing to bind, rust solid, or wear out mechanically, which is a real advantage on a gate exposed to the elements. It mounts top or side (brackets available separately) and suits both sliding and swinging gates, and it ships with self-drilling TEC screws and blind nuts for installation.

Alarm Controls 600WP specifications

• Type: Weather-resistant electromagnetic gate lock for outdoor perimeter use.

• Holding force: 600 lbs.

• Enclosure: Completely sealed stainless steel case. Non-aluminum parts plated for corrosion resistance.

• Leads: 12 inch color-coded leads in armored cable with metal end cap.

• Voltage: 12 or 24 VDC, field configurable.

• Current draw: 500 mA at 12 VDC, 250 mA at 24 VDC.

• Operating temperature: +14 to +131 degrees F (-10 to +55 C).

• Magnet size: 8-21/32 inch L x 1-9/32 inch H x 1-1/8 inch W. Armature: 7-9/32 inch L x 1-21/32 inch H x 1/2 inch W.

• Mounting: Top mount or side mount (brackets available separately). Suits sliding or swinging gates.

• Installation: Self-drilling TEC screws and blind nuts included. Use a 23/64 inch drill for the blind nuts.

• Finish: Clear anodized (US28) standard.

• Warranty: Limited lifetime.

Why choose the Alarm Controls 600WP

For an outdoor gate, the choice isn't really between maglock brands, it's between a sealed weather-resistant lock and an indoor unit that won't last. The 600WP is purpose-built for the perimeter, and its limited lifetime warranty reflects how it's expected to hold up outside. The 600 lbs of holding force suits most pedestrian and light vehicle gates, and the fail-safe behavior (releases on power loss) is what you want on an egress gate that has to open in an emergency.

One thing to confirm before ordering: if your gate is heavy or high-security and needs more than 600 lbs, Alarm Controls makes the 1200WP with double the holding force. Match the holding force to the gate, and confirm whether you need the top or side mount bracket, since those are ordered separately.

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