Tool box with RFID lock

[Stuey]

http://toolguyd.com/stanley-security-tool-box-with-rfid-lock/

How long until we see these locks everywhere?

It seems like a challenge to have a digital lock with a physical key backup, at least simply and at low cost, but it looks like Stanley may have solved this.

I'm waiting for the day when I can pack away my padlocks and collection of tool box keys.

 

[Outlawmws]

And if the battery dies?

 

[Stuey]

And if the battery dies?

Physical key backup.

Still, I'm sure it lasts a while. There are probably beeps or flashes to alert you to low battery life.

 

[diggerrick]

My memoriy of RFID use on belt conveyor applications is that only the transmitter is powered. The receiver is self-exciting when it senses the signal.

 

[archirelic]

I could see something like that being useful on a much larger box like an actual jobsite metal box or even the huge tool cabinets/chests mechanics use, but for use on a plastic-bodied roll away...seems like an awful waste of the technology and funds when all I need to do is pick up the damn box and roll it on home.

 

[gonefirefighting]

smoke and mirrors,

it will only keep the semi honest people out.


besides, I have never seen the point to locking something that you can pick up and walk away with

 

[DanCo]

An RFID lock on a wheeled plastic box...So I can take a small butane torch like the one my wife uses for creme' brule out of the kitchen drawer, and cut around the lock assembly.

Stanley's RFID plastic beer cooler idea is about as useful as **** flavored ice cream.

Dan

 

[Roots]

An RFID lock on a wheeled plastic box...So I can take a small butane torch like the one my wife uses for creme' brule out of the kitchen drawer, and cut around the lock assembly.

Stanley's RFID plastic beer cooler idea is about as useful as **** flavored ice cream.

Dan

It's just an obstacle to reduce the likelihood of theft and the quick temptation for the semi-shady individuals. Just like many traveling mechanics keep padlocks on their small portable tool boxes. A determined thief can certainly still get in (anything for that matter), but it stops the more common incident of another worker walking by and just pocketing something real quick.

Personally I think it's a pretty good idea and quicker/easier to use than a typical padlock from the sound of it.

 

[Stuey]

Agreed. To me it seems to be more about convenience.

And most of my excitement is about the greater potential of the underlining tech. Hopefully we'll see something similar come to cabinets and mobile tool boxes at an affordable pricepoint.

There's a company out there offering to retrofit any tool cabinet or mobile tech box. Price? $325. Way too high a premium imho. And I didn't like the idea of a 110V tether.

 

[Ascinder]

We just got these in at work. They track tool accountability to the person that took them out of the box by identifying them through their RFID key. The tools also have RFIDs installed so the box knows if anything's out missing at the end of the day. Gimmicky BS to most, but in aviation, they make things a bit easier.

 

[archirelic]

We just got these in at work. They track tool accountability to the person that took them out of the box by identifying them through their RFID key. The tools also have RFIDs installed so the box knows if anything's out missing at the end of the day. Gimmicky BS to most, but in aviation, they make things a bit easier.

Something like what you just posted is legit in my book, but as I and the others have stated, a RFID key on a plastic portable box is just done in bad taste. I'll simply utilize those fantastic wheels they advertised and wheel it away into my truck & deal w/the RFID lock later.

 

[Stuey]

Something like what you just posted is legit in my book, but as I and the others have stated, a RFID key on a plastic portable box is just done in bad taste. I'll simply utilize those fantastic wheels they advertised and wheel it away into my truck & deal w/the RFID lock later.

Would you like to walk off with some raw materials while you're at it?

If the RFID mechanism opened the tool box lid automatically as well, now that would be impressive.

 

[NJHandyGuy]

i could definately see the use but i doubt they"ll price it accordingly

 

[DanCo]

We just got these in at work. They track tool accountability to the person that took them out of the box by identifying them through their RFID key. The tools also have RFIDs installed so the box knows if anything's out missing at the end of the day. Gimmicky BS to most, but in aviation, they make things a bit easier.

I remember a video for that on youtube

Dan

 

[archirelic]

Would you like to walk off with some raw materials while you're at it?

If the RFID mechanism opened the tool box lid automatically as well, now that would be impressive.

well if I'd be looking for tools/toolboxes, then I wouldn't bother with materials!!

 

[JASTECH]

So like in asia they just cut your finger(s) off then access. Maybe a sensor in your pocket that you turn on/off, this way the box unlocks when you are near.

 

[Super Sport]

Pretty neat idea, and I definitely see it being useful in certain situations. I'm sure we'll see it more and more on toolboxes and other things as well.

 

[pmohr]

I've been considering doing this to my work box, would be nice to not have the large SO key on my keyring.

All authentication at work is done through RFID cards, so I always have it on me, and it wouldn't be that expensive to pick up a cheap reader, then maybe an arduino. That, along with as many door lock/HVAC actuators and power seat/window motors we replace for noise complaints...

Another one of those projects I'll probably never get around to.

 

[1971willygote]

I have a auto lock/unlock electromechanical cam locking system for tool boxes cabinets and more. This doesn't have all of the bells and whistles that the snap on Level 5 system has. Mine is a key less entry cam lock. This lock can be used with any type of automotive remote locking system. I will offer it with a basic system. The function of it is simple. You don't have to keep your keys with you and stop and spend the time to manually lock and unlock your box every time you walk away. That is time consuming and a good way to get a lot of guys talking **** on you. My system simply eliminates these two problems and the electronics do not play favorites. Its a good way to keep everybody out of your box when your not there to see it. The box can easily be returned to original condition for resale. You can see this system installed and operating by searching "gotterbuiltboxlox1" which is my You Tube channel. Also I have a website which is http//:gotterbuiltboxlox.com.
Invented in the USA

 

[harrycaul]

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