Elsema ML280 – Magnetic Lock
$248.95
High-Security, Weatherproof Magnetic Lock for Automatic Gates and Doors
The Elsema ML280 Magnetic Lock is a robust and high-performance electromagnetic lock designed to provide superior security for automatic sliding gates, swing gates, overhead doors, and secure access points. Built for outdoor environments, this heavy-duty lock delivers an impressive 280kg (800lbs) holding force, ensuring gates and doors remain securely closed when powered.
Operating on 12V or 24V DC (user selectable), the ML280 offers installation flexibility across a wide range of systems. Its corrosion-free design, silent operation, and fail-safe magnetic release make it ideal for both residential and commercial automation setups requiring reliability and long service life.
Engineered with Elsema’s precision craftsmanship, the ML280 is designed to withstand Australia’s tough outdoor conditions. It features a built-in voltage spike suppressor to protect connected electronics, while the pivoting armature plate compensates for slight misalignments—ensuring a consistent magnetic hold every time.
What’s Included:
- 1x Elsema ML280 Magnetic Lock set
- Installation Instructions
The Elsema ML280 – Magnetic Lock is a premium quality Hardware from the trusted brand Elsema, designed for excellent performance and reliability. This item is currently and ready for immediate dispatch from our Australian warehouse. When you order from Retro Remotes, you’re choosing an Australian-owned business that offers competitive pricing and free, fast shipping to anywhere in Australia. For easy reference when matching parts, the product SKU is . Secure your Elsema ML280 – Magnetic Lock today with confidence!
Key Features:
- Dual Voltage Operation – Easily selectable 12V DC or 24V DC for universal compatibility.
- Outdoor Rated Design – Weatherproof and corrosion-free for long-lasting outdoor use.
- Exceptional Holding Force – Up to 280kg (800lbs) holding strength for secure gate and door locking.
- Fail-Safe Functionality – No residual magnetism when power is off, allowing safe manual access in emergencies.
- Silent Operation – Smooth, noise-free locking with no mechanical movement.
- Built-In Voltage Spike Suppressor – Protects control systems from electrical surges.
- Reed Switch Output – Provides COM/NO/NC contacts for monitoring lock status.
- Flexible Mounting Options – Includes L-bracket; optional L-Z brackets available for a wide range of gate and door styles.
- Pivoting Armature Plate – Automatically adjusts for minor gate misalignment
Ideal Applications:
- Automatic sliding and swing gates
- Overhead and sectional doors
- Secure door entrances
- Commercial and residential automation systems
- Industrial access control and perimeter security
Technical Specifications:
| Power source | 12 Volts DC | 24 Volts DC |
| Operating Current | 500mA | 250mA |
| Holding Force | 280kg, 800lbs | |
| Output | Reed switch output: COM, NO, NC. Rated at 500mA at 30VDC/AC | |
| Connections | Striped Wire | |
| Shipping Weight | 2800g including brackets | |
| Dimension | ||
| Lock | 220 x 45 x 30mm | |
| Armature | 160 x 45 x 12mm | |
| Warranty | 12 Months Manufacturers Warranty | |






