dormakaba Hotel Door Locks: Saflok 790 and Saflok Quantum Range for NZ Hotels
Essential Security Supplies
Choosing the Right Electronic Hotel Lock for Your Property
Selecting the right hotel door locking system is one of the most consequential decisions a property manager or security consultant can make. The lock must balance guest convenience, operational efficiency, and long-term security integrity - all while integrating cleanly with your property management system (PMS). dormakaba's Saflok range, distributed in New Zealand by Essential Security Supplies, delivers on all three fronts with a proven track record across hotels, motels, and serviced apartments.
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The dormakaba Saflok Range: An Overview
dormakaba is a global leader in access control and security solutions, with the Saflok brand specifically engineered for hospitality environments. The New Zealand range available through Essential Security Supplies covers three core product families - the Saflok 790, the Saflok Quantum RFID, and the Saflok Quantum Pixel - each available in Bluetooth-enabled, Bluetooth-ready, and non-Bluetooth configurations. This tiered approach allows properties to choose the right level of connectivity for their current infrastructure while retaining the option to upgrade.
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Saflok 790 Series: Reliable RFID Locking for Hotels
The Saflok 790 is dormakaba's entry-level hotel lock, designed for properties that require robust, tamperproof security without the complexity of advanced connectivity. It features a 1" solid deadbolt (with optional auto deadbolt), staff monitoring via keycard audits, and multiple emergency access methods including emergency keycard, mechanical key, and electronic override.
The 790 series is available in three variants:
- 790-Non-BLE - Standard RFID, no Bluetooth
- 790-BLE-Ready - Bluetooth hardware installed but not activated
- 790-BLE-Enabled - Full Bluetooth connectivity active
The BLE-Ready variant is a cost-effective choice for properties planning a phased upgrade to mobile key or app-based access in the future, without paying for full Bluetooth activation upfront.
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---Saflok MT RFID: Mid-Range Hotel Lock with Flexible Connectivity
The Saflok MT RFID sits in the mid-tier of the dormakaba hotel lock range, offering a refined form factor and enhanced credential compatibility. Like the 790 series, it is available in non-Bluetooth and Bluetooth-enabled configurations, making it suitable for properties that want a more contemporary aesthetic alongside proven RFID reliability.
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---Saflok Quantum RFID and Quantum Pixel: Premium Hotel Locking
The Saflok Quantum series represents dormakaba's premium hotel lock offering. The Quantum RFID delivers high-security RFID access with a sleek, modern design, while the Quantum Pixel adds a touchscreen credential interface for a fully contemporary guest experience. Both are available in non-Bluetooth, Bluetooth-ready, and Bluetooth-enabled variants.
The Quantum Pixel is particularly well-suited to upscale hotels and boutique properties where the lock itself forms part of the guest experience. The touchscreen interface supports multiple credential types and integrates with dormakaba's RFID management software for centralised control.
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---Bluetooth-Enabled vs Bluetooth-Ready vs Non-BLE: Which Should You Choose?
Understanding the difference between these three configurations is critical when specifying a hotel lock system:
- Non-BLE - Standard RFID keycard access only. Best for properties with no current or planned mobile key requirements. Lower upfront cost.
- BLE-Ready - Bluetooth hardware is installed but not activated. Allows future upgrade to mobile key access without replacing the lock hardware. A practical choice for properties planning a phased technology rollout.
- BLE-Enabled - Full Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity active. Supports mobile key access via smartphone, enabling keyless check-in and check-out workflows. Ideal for properties prioritising guest convenience and modern PMS integration.
For most new hotel installations in New Zealand, the BLE-Ready or BLE-Enabled configuration is recommended to future-proof the investment. dormakaba's Bluetooth implementation complies with industry standards for hospitality access control, and the Saflok platform integrates with leading PMS providers.
---Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
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| Brand | dormakaba (Saflok) |
| Product Families | Saflok 790, Saflok MT RFID, Saflok Quantum RFID, Saflok Quantum Pixel |
| Credential Type | RFID keycard (all models); Bluetooth Low Energy / mobile key (BLE-Enabled models); touchscreen (Quantum Pixel) |
| Deadbolt | 1" solid deadbolt; optional auto deadbolt (790 series) |
| Emergency Access | Emergency keycard, mechanical key, electronic override |
| Staff Monitoring | Keycard audit trail |
| Connectivity Options | Non-BLE, BLE-Ready (hardware installed, not activated), BLE-Enabled (active Bluetooth) |
| Tamper Resistance | High security tamperproof design |
| Application | Hotel guest rooms, serviced apartments, motels, multi-tenancy accommodation |
| PMS Integration | Compatible with leading property management systems via dormakaba RFID management software |
| Supply / Lead Time | Contact Essential Security Supplies for current availability and lead times |
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---Why Choose dormakaba for Hotel Door Locking in New Zealand?
dormakaba is one of the top three access control and security companies globally, with a dedicated hospitality division that has been supplying hotel locking systems for decades. The Saflok platform is trusted by thousands of properties worldwide, and the New Zealand range available through Essential Security Supplies is backed by local technical support and supply chain expertise. For hotel operators, specifiers, and security consultants looking for a proven, scalable hotel locking solution, the dormakaba Saflok range offers a clear path from basic RFID access through to fully integrated mobile key and PMS-connected systems.
For further guidance on hotel access control standards, refer to the New Zealand Security Association (NZSA), which provides industry guidance on security system specification and installation standards for commercial and hospitality environments.
Browse the full dormakaba hotel door locking range at Essential Security Supplies.