Saffire LX

The Saffire LX™ combines contemporary design with advanced RFID, Bluetooth® Low Energy and NFC technology to deliver secure, contactless access for today’s connected hotels. As an all-in-one locking solution, it supports RFID keycards, fobs, wristbands, mobile credentials, and digital wallets. Combined with Ambiance MX, guests can conveniently use their mobile device to access their room and common areas in the hotel. Designed for ease of use and long-term reliability, it simplifies hotel operations while enhancing the guest experience. The Saffire LX integrates seamlessly with dormakaba’s Ambiance software for full access control, scalability, and advanced connectivity. Whether for new builds or retrofits, it brings modern security to every door. 

  • Contemporary, small footprint design
  • Mobile access enabled lock
  • New construction, new doors and retrofit application
  • Remote lock management with Ambiance RX
  • Works with Ambiance access management software

Product Details

The Saffire LX delivers smart, flexible access control with robust data handling and minimal upkeep.

  • User-friendly operation for RFID, mobile, and digital wallet access
  • Ambiance integration enables centralized control and monitoring 

  • Event log stores up to 4,000 access records for audit tracking 

  • Mechanical or electronic emergency opening options available 

  • Door-ajar detection available (with ANSI tracking mortise only) 

  • Battery-efficient system: up to 80,000 openings or 2 years of use (3 × AA alkaline batteries) 

  • Automatic low-battery alerts via LED and lock indicator 

  • Data retention preserves programming and audit trails during battery replacement 

Technical Details

  • ​Heavy duty electronic lockset (mortise or cylindrical) with clutch mechanism and built-in contactless RFID reader
  • ADA Standard levers
  • Door Thickness: From 1 3⁄8" to 2 1⁄2" (35mm to 66mm)
  • Locking options:
    •  ANSI lock case with 1 ¼" (31.75 mm) or 1" (25.4 mm) front mortise
    • Cylindrical latch
    • European DIN mortise lock case
    • Optional automatic deadbolt
  • RFID credentials: MIFARE Ultralight® C, MIFARE Ultralight®​​​​​​​ AES, MIFARE Plus®​​​​​​​ EV2, MIFARE®​​​​​​​ DESFire® EV3 
    Should be used in conjunction with enhanced security mode 
  • UL certified. BHMA certified.

dormakaba products are certified to a number of performance-oriented standards. In obtaining these certifications, dormakaba ensures product durability and performance, give our customers the peace of mind that comes with owning a quality solution that meets and exceeds industry standards for access control, life safety, and security.

Components

The following dormakaba components are needed for a full functionality of the Saffire LX lock:

Core Package:

  • Ambiance Access Management software
  • dormakaba RFID Encoder GEN II
  • dormakaba Maintenance Unit
  • Keycards and/or credentials

Optional:

  • Ambiance RX : remote lock management
  • Ambiance MX: mobile access solutions
  • Ambiance PX: enhanced perimeter access

Applications

  • Ideal for new construction and retrofit projects or when doors are being replaced
  • Simplified door preparation for ease of installation
  • Suitable for small to very large-scale properties
  • Access control for guest rooms, common areas and back-of-house

Saffire LX front view with LED on
Saffire LX angled top down front housing with LED on
Saffire LX angled door front housing with LED on

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