Security Fobs

Keep your building secure and streamline everyday access with our range of modern security fobs. Whether you are managing a busy commercial site, a strata complex, or a premium residential project, security fobs offer a simple, keyless way to control who goes where – and when. Buy security fobs online with confidence from John Barnes Group, backed by decades of experience supplying architectural door hardware and access control solutions across Brisbane, Queensland, New South Wales and Australia-wide.

From small business offices to multi-building facilities, security fobs provide a flexible, scalable way to protect doors, gates, lifts and shared areas. Our range is selected to integrate with quality systems and hardware from trusted brands such as Dormakaba, Lockwood, Barben and Zanda, helping you create a cohesive, modern access solution that works day in, day out.

Buy Security Fobs Online for Modern Access Control

Shopping for security fobs online makes it easy to standardise your access control across multiple doors and sites. Our curated range allows facilities managers, builders and strata managers to order compatible security fobs for new installations, system upgrades or replacement requirements without leaving the office. Whether you need a handful of additional access fobs for staff, or a larger batch for a new tenancy, you can buy security fobs online and have them delivered anywhere in Australia.

Security fobs are ideal for modern, keyless entry systems, often used alongside architectural door hardware from brands like Barben, Zanda and Lockwood. Pair your access control with contemporary lever sets, pull handles and door furniture in matte black, stainless steel, brass and other popular finishes to create a cohesive, premium look while keeping control of who can enter each space.

Secure, Convenient Access for Residential and Commercial Properties

Security fobs for apartments and residential projects

For residential and strata properties across Brisbane and wider Queensland, key fobs and proximity fobs provide residents with fast, convenient access to front doors, garage doors, car parks, lifts and shared facilities. If a fob is lost or a tenant moves out, it can be disabled in the system without changing locks or issuing new keys to every occupant. This makes security fobs a smart, cost-effective option for high-traffic residential buildings and townhome complexes.

Access control for offices, retail and industrial sites

Commercial sites throughout New South Wales and Australia-wide rely on security fobs to manage staff and contractor access. By assigning and tracking individual fobs, you can restrict certain doorways to authorised personnel, record entry events and adjust access levels as staff roles change. When combined with robust commercial hardware from brands like Dormakaba and Lockwood, security fobs support a professional, compliant access control solution suitable for office buildings, retail tenancies, industrial warehouses and health or education facilities.

Key Benefits of Quality Security Fobs

Improved security and control

Unlike traditional keys, security fobs can be quickly added, disabled or reprogrammed as your site changes. Lost or stolen fobs can be deactivated, helping reduce the risk of unauthorised entry. Many systems also support audit trails, allowing you to see when doors were accessed – a valuable feature for higher-risk areas or after-hours operations.

Convenient, keyless operation

Security fobs are compact, simple to use and easy to carry on a keyring or lanyard. Staff and residents can unlock doors, gates and barriers with a simple tap or wave, avoiding the hassle of juggling multiple keys. This is especially useful for car park entries, service doors, automatic sliding doors and accessible entrances where quick, hands-free access is important.

Scalable and flexible for growing sites

As your facility grows, you can issue additional fobs and adjust access levels without replacing hardware. New tenancies, additional staff and changing access zones can usually be handled within your existing access control platform. This scalability is ideal for multi-level commercial buildings and growing businesses across Brisbane, Queensland and beyond.

Choosing the Right Security Fob for Your Door Hardware

Compatibility with your access control system

When selecting security fobs, the most important factor is compatibility with your existing access control system, readers and controllers. Different systems use specific technologies and frequencies, so it is essential to match the right fob type to your installed hardware. If your doors already feature trusted brands like Dormakaba or Lockwood access solutions, our team can help you choose security fobs designed to work with those systems.

Durability for everyday use

Security fobs used in busy residential and commercial environments must withstand constant handling, drops and general wear. Look for robust, well-sealed fobs suited to Australian conditions, especially for external gates, car parks and coastal locations across Queensland and New South Wales where moisture and corrosion can be a challenge. Durable fobs help reduce replacements and maintain consistent access for users.

Coordinating with architectural door hardware

While security fobs themselves are typically neutral in appearance, they form part of your overall access experience. Many projects pair key fob systems with premium architectural door hardware from brands like Barben and Zanda to create a cohesive, modern look. Think matte black or brushed stainless steel lever sets, brass entrance handles and contemporary pull handles that complement your chosen access technology and present a professional impression in lobbies, foyers and front entry points.

Security Fobs for Australian Conditions

Australian buildings have unique demands, from coastal environments in Queensland to high-traffic CBD sites in New South Wales and other states. Our security fob range is selected with these conditions in mind and is suited to common access control configurations used Australia-wide. Whether you are upgrading an existing system or fitting out a new build, you can source security fobs that integrate with compliant access solutions, commercial-grade door hardware and common control platforms used by local electricians and security integrators.

John Barnes Group works closely with builders, architects, facility managers and locksmiths to support complete door and access packages – from hinges and closers through to access control components. Security fobs are a key part of that package, helping you deliver safe, convenient access for occupants while maintaining control and flexibility for building management.

Installation, Programming and Maintenance

Working with your security or electrical contractor

Programming and commissioning security fobs is typically handled by your security integrator, locksmith or electrical contractor. They will ensure each fob is correctly enrolled into your access control system, assigned to the appropriate access groups and tested with the installed readers. When ordering additional or replacement fobs online, always keep a record of your system details so they can be matched appropriately.

Ongoing management of users and fobs

Once your system is in place, day-to-day management usually involves adding new users, changing access rights and disabling lost fobs. This is often done via your access control software or programming device. By keeping an up-to-date list of issued fobs and their assigned users, you can respond quickly to changes in tenancy, staffing or site layout – an essential part of good security practice for any residential or commercial building in Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a security fob?

A security fob is a small electronic device, often called a key fob, RFID fob or proximity fob, used to control access to doors, gates, lifts and other entry points. Instead of inserting a traditional key, users simply tap or present the fob to a compatible reader, which checks their access rights and unlocks the door if authorised.

Are security fobs more secure than traditional keys?

Security fobs offer several advantages over standard keys. Lost fobs can be disabled in the system, reducing the need to change locks. Access levels can be tailored for each user, and many systems can record when and where a fob is used. As part of a well-configured access control system with quality hardware from brands like Dormakaba and Lockwood, fobs can significantly improve overall site security.

Can I buy security fobs online in Australia?

Yes. You can buy security fobs online from John Barnes Group and have them shipped across Brisbane, Queensland, New South Wales and Australia-wide. Ordering online is ideal when you need additional fobs for new staff, tenants or contractors, or when you are standardising access across multiple sites.

How do I know which security fobs are compatible with my system?

Compatibility depends on the technology and frequency used by your existing access control system and readers. Check any documentation you have from your installer, or reference branding on your readers and controllers, such as Dormakaba or similar systems. Providing these details when ordering security fobs online helps ensure you receive the right type for your installation.

Can security fobs be disabled if they are lost or stolen?

Yes. One of the key benefits of security fobs is the ability to quickly disable individual fobs if they are lost, stolen or no longer needed. Your security or electrical contractor, building manager or authorised system administrator can remove that fob’s access in the software, helping protect your property without changing locks or reissuing keys.

Do I need an electrician or security installer to program my fobs?

In most commercial and larger residential systems, programming and enrolling fobs is handled by a qualified security installer, locksmith or electrician familiar with your access control platform. Smaller, stand-alone systems may allow simple programming by building management, but professional support is recommended to maintain correct security levels and record-keeping.

How long do security fobs typically last?

With normal use, a quality security fob can last for many years. Lifespan will depend on the environment and handling – for example, fobs used outdoors in coastal Queensland sites may experience harsher conditions than those used internally. Choosing robust, well-made fobs and avoiding rough handling will help maximise their service life.

Can I use security fobs with modern architectural door hardware?

Yes. Security fobs are commonly paired with modern architectural door hardware for a seamless, premium finish. You can specify contemporary lever sets, entrance handles and pull handles from brands like Barben, Zanda and Lockwood in popular finishes such as matte black, stainless steel or brass, while using key fobs to provide secure, keyless entry for residents and staff.

Why Choose John Barnes Group?

John Barnes Group is a trusted supplier of architectural door hardware and access solutions to builders, locksmiths, facility managers and strata managers across Brisbane, Queensland, New South Wales and Australia-wide. When you buy security fobs online from us, you gain access to knowledgeable support, carefully selected products and a team that understands how access control integrates with the rest of your door hardware package. We help you specify, source and maintain reliable security fob solutions that keep your buildings secure and easy to manage.