Smart locks are a hybrid of electronic circuitry and mechanical mechanisms, unlocking through approved user authentication preferences. No key is needed to close or open the door. Smart locks can track who leaves or enters the room, ensuring home security while giving users full control over the lock system remotely.
Smart locks can be remotely controlled via the internet using your smartphone, laptop, or workstation. They are highly efficient and responsive. One of the most notable benefits of smart locks is that they allow certain people to temporarily access your home for a limited time at fixed intervals.

Application of motors in smart door locks
The smart door lock is operated by a geared DC motor. Depending on the complexity of the user’s requirements, various DC motors can be used. The DC motor generates sufficient torque at low current to release the locking mechanism, thus allowing the door to open automatically.
The motor drives a series of gears. The number of gears depends on the output torque and speed required for the specific smart lock application. The last gear connects to the actuator lever. When the control circuit receives a signal, the motor starts. The motor’s rotational motion is converted into linear motion via a rack and pinion system. Jinmaozhan provides high-efficiency geared motors for smart locks. These motors require very low input current to operate.
The automatic door lock’s gear motor engages with the door. The microcontroller is powered by a 12V DC power supply. Sensors send signals to the microcontroller, causing the door to open. All these small motor details are crucial for providing an optimal solution for an intelligent door lock management system.
Kinmore Smart Lock Motor Solution
Based on these requirements, Kinmore Motor has specially launched a motor, model KM-12FN20-380-0336.2, for this smart lock, which is the best recommended drive solution for smart locks.
The Kinmore Motor model KM-12FN20-380-0336.2, rated at DC 6V and with a rated torque of 500gf.cm, is a custom motor suitable for smart door lock systems. Kinmore Motor low-noise geared DC drive provides a fast locking system.
Kinmore motors are specially designed for smart door lock applications and are recognized by an experienced R&D team. Featuring a compact size, high output efficiency, and strong torque performance, these low-noise geared motors provide highly efficient drive solutions for smart door locks. This efficiency is achieved with relatively moderate power input. Kinmore Motor delivers this performance at high operating speeds, enabling high torque output for smart door lock applications.
Kinmore Motor Features
- The electrical performance of the motor, such as voltage and speed, can be customized after professional evaluation.
- Stable performance and high efficiency.
- Easy to control via magnetic encoder.
- Permanent magnets reduce vibration and noise.
- Expected lifespan of 100,000 cycles.
With over 20 years of experience in motor drive solutions, Kinmore Motor can quickly customize motor solutions to meet customer requirements, and provide customized services such as drawings, material selection, and prototyping based on customer needs. For more information on smart door lock motor solutions, please visit our website kinmoremotor.cn and contact us.





