Cat Mate 257 - Electromagnetic Replacement Keys
Product Description
Cat Mate 257 Electromagnetic Replacement Collar Keys – Pack of 2
The Cat Mate 257 Electromagnetic Replacement Collar Keys are genuine replacement magnets for compatible Cat Mate and Dog Mate electromagnetic cat flaps and pet doors.
Supplied as a convenient pack of two collar keys, they are ideal if an original key has been lost or damaged, or if you want to give an additional pet access through your existing electromagnetic pet door.
The small magnetic key attaches to your pet's collar and activates the electromagnetic locking mechanism as your pet approaches the door.
Pack of 2 Genuine Cat Mate Collar Keys
Each pack contains two genuine Cat Mate 257 electromagnetic collar keys.
They can be used as replacements for lost or damaged keys, kept as useful spares, or fitted to the collars of additional pets that need access through the same compatible electromagnetic cat flap or dog door.
How Does an Electromagnetic Collar Key Work?
Unlike a microchip cat flap, an electromagnetic pet door does not read your pet's implanted identification chip.
Instead, your pet wears a small magnetic key on its collar. When the magnet reaches the correct position near the pet door, it activates the electromagnetic locking mechanism and allows the pet to enter.
This provides a simple method of selective entry and can help prevent neighbouring cats and other animals that are not wearing a compatible magnetic key from entering your home.
Compatible Cat Mate & Dog Mate Models
Cat Mate 257 electromagnetic collar keys are suitable for compatible electromagnetic models including:
- Cat Mate 254 Electromagnetic Cat Flap
- Cat Mate 255 Electromagnetic Glass Fitting Cat Flap
- Cat Mate 256 Electromagnetic Large Cat Flap
- Dog Mate 259 Electromagnetic Dog Door
Please check the model number of your existing pet door before ordering. These are magnetic collar keys and should not be confused with RFID collar tags or microchip cat flap accessories.
Ideal for Multi-Pet Homes
If you have more than one cat or dog using a compatible electromagnetic pet door, an additional collar key allows another pet to activate the entrance mechanism.
Because two keys are supplied, you can equip two pets or keep one as a spare in case the original collar or key is lost.
Lightweight Collar-Mounted Design
The Cat Mate 257 key is designed to attach to your pet's existing collar. Its compact design means your pet can continue using its normal collar while carrying the magnet required to operate the pet door.
For reliable operation, the key should hang correctly beneath your pet's neck so that it approaches the electromagnetic sensor as your pet enters the flap.
Key Features
- Genuine Cat Mate replacement accessory
- Cat Mate model 257
- Supplied as a pack of 2
- Electromagnetic collar keys
- Ideal replacements for lost or damaged magnets
- Suitable for adding additional pets
- Attaches to your pet's existing collar
- Compatible with selected Cat Mate electromagnetic cat flaps
- Compatible with selected Dog Mate electromagnetic pet doors
- Helps prevent unwanted animals entering your home
- No programming required
What's Included?
- 2 × Genuine Cat Mate 257 Electromagnetic Collar Keys
Replacement Key or Additional Pet?
You don't need to replace your complete electromagnetic cat flap simply because the original collar magnet has been lost.
The Cat Mate 257 provides the replacement magnetic key required to operate compatible older Cat Mate and Dog Mate electromagnetic pet doors.
They are also useful when introducing another pet to an existing installation.
Electromagnetic vs Microchip Cat Flaps
It is important to order the correct type of access key.
Electromagnetic cat flaps use a magnetic key attached to your pet's collar. Microchip cat flaps normally identify the electronic microchip implanted under your pet's skin and do not require this type of magnetic collar key.
The Cat Mate 257 is specifically intended for compatible electromagnetic pet doors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Cat Mate 257 keys are supplied?
You receive two electromagnetic collar keys in each pack.
Do these keys need programming?
No. These are magnetic keys for compatible electromagnetic pet doors and do not require electronic programming.
Can I use them for another cat?
Yes. An additional compatible key can be attached to another cat's collar to allow that pet to operate the electromagnetic entrance mechanism.
Will these work with a microchip cat flap?
No. These are electromagnetic collar magnets and are not the same as RFID collar keys used with some microchip cat flaps.
Will they fit Cat Mate 254 and 255 cat flaps?
Yes. The Cat Mate 257 collar keys are designed for compatible Cat Mate electromagnetic models including the 254 and 255.
Can they be used with Dog Mate pet doors?
They are suitable for compatible Dog Mate electromagnetic models including the Dog Mate 259.
I'm not sure which Cat Mate model I have. Can you help?
Yes. Cat Mate and Dog Mate have produced numerous pet doors over the years. If you're unsure which replacement key or accessory you need, contact CatFlaps.co.uk and we'll be happy to help identify your existing model.
Keep Your Existing Electromagnetic Pet Door Working
The Cat Mate 257 Electromagnetic Collar Keys provide a simple and inexpensive way to replace missing magnets or give additional pets access through a compatible Cat Mate or Dog Mate electromagnetic pet door.
Supplied as a pack of two genuine replacement keys.
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