MAXSafes’ NEWEST I Need a Gun Safe! | Instructor Mike

Published on January 18, 2023
Duration: 5:58

This video demonstrates the functionality of a MAXSafes gun safe, focusing on its access methods and emergency power features. Instructor Mike tests the biometric and keypad locks with various substances, highlighting potential failure points. The demonstration emphasizes the importance of the micro USB emergency power option when the battery is depleted, ensuring access to the safe.

Quick Summary

MAXSafes gun safes offer multiple access methods including biometric, keypad, and key override. Crucially, they feature a micro USB port for emergency power, allowing access via keypad or biometric scanner even when the internal battery is dead.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction of Substances
  2. 00:47Water Test on Biometric Scanner
  3. 02:38Ketchup Test on Biometric Scanner
  4. 03:17Lemon Salad Dressing Test
  5. 03:50Simulating Dead Battery & Emergency Power
  6. 04:14Micro USB Emergency Power Connection
  7. 04:39Accessing Safe with Emergency Power
  8. 05:06Accessing Safe with Key
  9. 05:30Safe Capacity Demonstration

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I access my gun safe if the battery dies?

Many modern gun safes, like the MAXSafes model shown, feature a micro USB port for emergency power. By connecting a power bank or charger to this port, you can temporarily power the safe's electronics and use the keypad or biometric scanner to gain access, even with a dead internal battery.

Are biometric gun safe locks reliable with dirty hands?

Biometric fingerprint scanners on gun safes can be unreliable when exposed to moisture or certain substances like food residue (ketchup, salad dressing) or even water. These contaminants can interfere with the scanner's ability to read your fingerprint, potentially preventing access.

What is the purpose of the micro USB port on a gun safe?

The micro USB port on a gun safe serves as an emergency power input. It allows you to provide external power to the safe's locking mechanism and electronics if the internal battery is depleted or dead, ensuring you can still access your valuables.

What are the different ways to access a MAXSafes gun safe?

The MAXSafes gun safe demonstrated offers multiple access methods: a biometric fingerprint scanner, a digital keypad, and a traditional key override. It also features a micro USB port for emergency power when the internal battery fails.

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