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Tripod Turnstiles
The tripod turnstile remains the most time-tested and reliable solution for pedestrian flow management and high-level entry security. Characterized by its robust stainless steel construction and iconic three-arm rotating mechanism, a tripod gate ensures disciplined access control by allowing only one-person passage per authorized verification. Whether integrated with RFID cards, biometrics, facial recognition, or coin systems, the mechanical precision of the tripod turnstile gate effectively eliminates tailgating, as the arms rotate exactly 120 degrees to lock out unauthorized users.
Engineered for durability, these tripod turnstiles feature an IP54-rated protection level, making them equally efficient for both indoor and outdoor installations. A critical safety feature of the tripod gate is its automatic "drop-arm" function; during power failures or emergency alarms, the arms unlock and collapse to provide an unobstructed egress path. Due to their streamlined mechanical design, tripod turnstile gates offer a highly cost-effective investment with low maintenance requirements and long-term operational stability. These features make the tripod gate the preferred choice for high-traffic environments such as corporate offices, schools, transit hubs, and industrial parks.
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BLS-T201
Portable tripod turnstile
Portable tripod turnstile
BLS-T301
Tripod Turnstyle Gate
Tripod Turnstyle Gate
BLS-T302
Tripod Gate Security Turnstile
Tripod Gate Security Turnstile
BLS-T303
Tripod Gate Anti-tailgating Turnstile
Tripod Gate Anti-tailgating Turnstile
BLS-T401
Stainless steel tripod turnstile
Stainless steel tripod turnstile
BLS-T402
Tripod Gate Access Turnstile
Tripod Gate Access Turnstile
BLS-T501A
Automatic tripod turnstile
Automatic tripod turnstile
BLS-T503
Full Automatic Tripod Access Control System
Full Automatic Tripod Access Control System
BLS-T502A
Full Automatic Tripod Turnstile Gate
Full Automatic Tripod Turnstile Gate
Tripod turnstile types
Tripod turnstiles are widely used access control equipment, which can be classified into different types based on multiple principles such as operating principles, external shapes, functional characteristics and installation scenes etc. The main classifications are as follows:
Structure of Tripod Turnstile
The core structure consists of three main parts: the main cabinet, the tripod mechanism, and the control system.
The main cabinet, as the "body" of the tripod turnstile, is made of high-quality stainless steel ensure a smooth surface and strong load-bearing capacity. Inside the cabinet, electrical components are neatly connected by wires in independent wiring ducts, it's good for daily inspection and maintenance, at the same time, it will reduce the risk of short circuits caused by wire tangling.
The tripod mechanism, as the "heart" of the tripod turnstile, is the core functional part of tripod turnstile, it's consisting of machine core, arm plate with three rotating arms. The machine core is equipped with bearing to ensure smooth and noiseless operation during rotation. The solenoid controls the rotation of the tripod arms: when no valid access permission is obtained, the arms are locked and cannot be rotated manually; upon successful verification, the lock is released, allowing pedestrians to push the arms to pass through, and the arms automatically reset to the locked state after passage. This design ensures only one person can pass at a time, effectively preventing tailgating.
The control system, as the "brain" of the tripod turnstile, integrates a main control board and power supply module. The main control board processes access verification signals in real time, controls the locking and unlocking of the tripod mechanism, and records access data. The power supply module provides stable voltage for each component, with over-voltage, over-current, and short-circuit protection functions to ensure the safe operation of the device.
Features
Advantages
Application Scenes
Thanks to its reliable performance and flexible configuration, tripod turnstile is widely used in various scenes, where requires access control management.
it is installed at the entrance of office buildings to control the entry of employees and visitors, it can ensure the safety of the workplace and internal information. Employees can pass through quickly by swiping their work cards, and visitors need to register at the front desk and obtain a temporary access card or remote control by the guard to enter.
Such as subway stations, bus terminals, and high-speed rail stations, tripod turnstiles are used to manage passenger flow entering the waiting area, they are usually integrated with ticketing systems. Passengers can pass through by swiping tickets or scanning QR codes. Because of tripod turnstile’s strong environmental adaptability, they can also be used in outdoor bus stations and ferry terminals.
Including schools and universities, tripod turnstiles are installed at the school gate and the entrance of teaching buildings. They are connected to the student and teacher ID card systems, allowing only teachers and students with valid IDs to enter. It can prevent irrelevant personnel from entering the campus and ensure the safety of students and teachers.
Integration Solutions
The tripod turnstile is not an independent device, generally it should integrate with various systems to realize access control management function.
This is the traditional access control management systems. It is widely used in most of the scenes to manage the pedestrian flow and access security.
Such as face recognition, fingerprint recognition, and palm print recognition. This system is one of the most systems, it avoid problems such as card loss, card forgery, and card borrowing etc, greatly improves access control security. It is widely used in high-security scenes such as government agencies, financial institutions, and high-end communities.
Which is common in transportation hubs, scenic spots, and theaters. Passengers or visitors can purchase tickets online or on-site, and then pass through the tripod turnstile by swiping the ticket, scanning the QR code, or using mobile payment verification. The system can automatically count the number of passengers, realize real-time monitoring of passenger flow.
Is another important application. When the tripod turnstile detects abnormal conditions such as tailgating, forced passage, or device failure, it will immediately send an alarm signal to the monitoring center, remind the managers to manage the passengers and maintain the tripod turnstile.
In enterprises, employees can complete both access control and attendance registration by passing through the tripod turnstile, which automatically records the time of entry and exit—simplifying the attendance management process and improving work efficiency.
Some special electronic workshops and factories required the workers test the ESD before entering the workshop or factory, ensure static qualified to protect the electronic products.
Some special scenes like bus, toilet or other place need to pay, they asked to integrate the token or coin collectors on the tripod turnstile to charge.
Conclusion
The tripod turnstile, with its reliable performance, efficient pedestrian flow management, and flexible integration capabilities, has become a good choice access control device in various scenes. Welcome to inquiry us if you have any question or if you have a site needs access control management, we will give you professional advice and solution.
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