Access Control · AL54
AL54 Cylindrical Wireless Lock — Small-Format Interchangeable Core
The **Verkada AL54-CY** is a real-time, online cylindrical wireless lock that empowers organizations to upgrade traditional lock-and-key systems with a smart, connected solution managed centrally in Verkada Command — available here in the Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC) variation.
SKU AL54-CY-SC-01-26-HW
MSRP$1,399
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Overview
The Verkada AL54-CY is a real-time, online cylindrical wireless lock that empowers organizations to upgrade traditional lock-and-key systems with a smart, connected solution managed centrally in Verkada Command — available here in the Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC) variation.
- Multi-technology reader supporting Low Frequency (125 KHz), High Frequency (13.56 MHz), Mobile NFC (13.56 MHz) credentials such as Apple Wallet, and Bluetooth Low Energy with Bluetooth Intent Unlock
- Connects up to 16 locks over Verkada's VLink protocol to a WH32 wireless hub — within a 150 ft radius (with obstructions) or up to 2,000 ft with clear line of sight
- Built to last: ten-year warranty, UL10C 3-hour fire rating, and ANSI/BHMA A156.2 Grade 1 certification
- Powered by 8x AA L91 lithium batteries for up to 18 months of battery life, with USB-C backup power via a 5V power bank
- Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC) compatible with 6-pin and 7-pin cores; lock ships without a key core
- Intuitive interior and exterior LED feedback confirms door status — access granted, denied, lockdown, and connectivity — plus proactive alerts for low battery, offline devices, and doors held or forced open
Specifications
- Model (variation)
- AL54-CY-SC-01-26-HW — Cylindrical Lock, Small Format Interchangeable Core
- Dimensions (with handle)
- Exterior Assembly: 177.3 x 170.8 x 91.9 mm; Interior Assembly: 265.9 x 171.4 x 92.4 mm
- Weight
- 7 lb / 3.16 kg
- Operating temperature
- –31° to 131°F / -35° to 55°C
- Operating humidity
- 5-90%
- Ratings
- IP65, IK08
- Door thickness
- 1-3/8 to 2 inch
- Backset
- 2-3/8, 2-3/4 inch
- Handing
- Field Reversible
- Lever
- Zinc Die Cast, Plated Finish Satin Chrome Plated
- Compatible cylinders and keys
- SFIC: 6 Pin, 7 Pin. Any key designed for one of the cores listed above is compatible
- Power supply
- 8x AA L91 lithium batteries (nominal voltage ≥ 1.5V)
- Battery life
- 18 months (clean radio environment, 10s polling, 60 access events/day, ingress and egress door open events)
- Backup power
- Provided via a USB-C cable connected to a 5V power bank
- Voltage range
- 5V to 7.2V
- Maximum current requirement
- 1.8A (peak), 5.5 mA (average)
- System interface
- Wireless communication via VLink protocol to Verkada wireless hub & access controller
- Wireless frequency range
- 915.0 - 915.7 MHz
- Wireless communication range
- Up to 150 ft with obstructions; up to 2000 ft with clear line of sight
- Credential technologies
- Low Frequency (125 KHz), High Frequency (13.56 MHz), Mobile NFC (13.56MHz), Bluetooth Low Energy (2.4GHz)
- Read range
- LF (125 KHz): up to 8cm; HF (13.56 MHz): up to 4cm; Mobile NFC (13.56MHz): up to 4cm; BLE (2.4GHz): up to 8cm
- Credential validation time
- <1 second
- Audio-visual communication
- LED Feedback (Interior and Exterior), Buzzer Feedback
- Compliance
- FCC, IC, UL10C (3-hour rating), ANSI/BHMA A156.2 Grade 1, UL294, ULC60389-11-1, ANSI/BHMA AI56.25
- Availability
- USA, CAN
- Warranty
- Ten-year warranty
