McGrath Windsor Fire Rated Smart Lock - 4-in-1 Access, 60/70mm Adjustable Latch
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The McGrath Windsor is a versatile, non-biometric digital smart lock built for Australian residential, commercial, and retrofit applications. It offers four access methods - keypad PIN, RFID card or tag, Bluetooth eKey via the McGrath Locks App, and mechanical key override - with broad hardware compatibility that makes it a strong choice where fire-rated compliance, installer flexibility, and long-term local support all matter. It is the fire-assessed member of the McGrath Locks standard-stile range (see the McGrath brand profile), and sits alongside the non-fire-rated McGrath Albion on the same 60/70mm latch platform. For an overview of how each access method works, see our guide to smart lock access methods.
The Windsor is fire assessed up to 2 hours on Firecore and E-Core doors - the two most common fire door core types in Queensland apartment buildings. Fire performance is system-based: it is achieved only when the lock is installed as part of an approved doorset configuration with a compatible latch or mortice, as explained in why you cannot just swap the lock on a fire door. The lock is supplied with a McGrath 60/70mm adjustable tubular latch (Black / Stainless Steel), so check your backset and door thickness before ordering, and is available in Matt Black and Satin Nickel.
Out of the box the Windsor works locally over Bluetooth - no internet required. Add an optional McGrath gateway for remote unlocking, credential management and access history from anywhere (what a gateway actually does). If you need a fingerprint reader on the same fire-assessed platform, look at the McGrath Hamilton; for the full range of locks approved for fire doors, browse fire-rated smart locks.
Usually ships same day if ordered before 11am AEST (excludes weekends and Queensland public holidays).
DDA compliance on the McGrath Windsor is achieved by fitting the optional DDA-compliant external levers. To convert the baseline Windsor to a DDA-compliant configuration, add the matching external and internal DDA handles for your chosen finish to your basket alongside this lock. What AS 1428.1 lever compliance actually requires, and how the Disability Discrimination Act applies to door hardware, are covered in our guides; the DDA-compliant smart lock range and NDIS assistive technology funding are explained for participants and builders.
DDA lever handles - add to basket to make the Windsor DDA compliant:
- DDA External Handle with O-Ring - Black (MLSPDDAEXBLK)
- DDA External Handle with O-Ring - Satin Nickel (MLSPDDAEXSN)
- DDA Internal Handles - Black (MLSPDDAINBLK)
- DDA Internal Handle - Satin Nickel (MLSPDDAINSN)
Access Methods
* Wi-Fi remote access requires a separately purchased McGrath Locks gateway - see Bluetooth-only vs gateway for what changes when one is added.
For a detailed explanation of how each access method works and when to use each, see Chapter 03 - Smart Lock Access Methods. The Windsor is listed in our PIN code, fob / card / RFID, Bluetooth, app enabled and has backup key categories.
Palm Recognition
Face Recognition
Key Features
- Four-in-one access methods: keypad PIN, RFID cards or tags, Bluetooth eKeys, and mechanical key override (the four-layer authentication stack explained).
- Managed via the McGrath Locks App using Bluetooth, with optional Wi-Fi gateway for remote access - browse all Wi-Fi capable smart locks.
- Fire assessed up to 2 hours on Firecore and E-Core doors in approved doorset configurations - how AS 1905.1 fire door hardware certification works.
- DDA compliance achievable by fitting the optional DDA-compliant levers (BCA AS 1428.1-2009) - see the DDA levers above.
- Anti-peep PIN entry allows random digits before or after the correct code.
- Incorrect-attempt lock-out activates after repeated failed access attempts - five wrong codes or cards locks the keypad for 35 seconds, during which only the app can operate the lock (this is the genuine incorrect-PIN alarm, not Tamper Alert).
- Reset button can be disabled via the app for additional security.
- Passage mode allows the door to remain unlocked when required - set it from the app, or at the keypad by entering a valid code then 123# within 5 seconds.
- Audit trail records door access events within the app - useful for dispute resolution on rental and commercial doors.
- Tempered glass screen for durability in high-use environments - the lock is durability tested to 300,000 cycles.
- Salt spray tested for coastal use: 300 hours for the Matt Black finish and 96 hours for Satin Nickel - worth weighing up if you are near the beach (see corrosion resistance grades).
- Generous credential capacity: up to 250 PIN codes, 1,000 RFID credentials and unlimited Bluetooth eKeys - enough for a small commercial site or multi-tenancy building.
- Field-changeable handing for left- or right-hand opening doors - field-reversible vs fixed handing.
- Supplied with a McGrath 60/70mm adjustable tubular latch and strike plate (one of the tubular latches for smart locks we also sell as a spare).
Battery, Power & Backup Access
- Powered by 4 x AA alkaline batteries (not included). Terry's Locksmiths strongly recommends Duracell above any other battery brand - see choosing batteries for a TTLock lock.
- Use of lithium or rechargeable AA batteries is not recommended.
- Typical battery life up to 18 months based on approximately 10 uses per day (McGrath figure; standby draw under 30mA) - what really affects battery life.
- Low-battery warnings are provided both in the app and audibly at the lock - you will hear the alert each time you wake the keypad once the battery pack drops below about 4.8V. Fit a fresh set of alkaline cells and never mix old and new. On a gateway install, remote functions drop out before local ones - reading a low-battery fault correctly.
- User credentials are retained during battery replacement.
- USB-C emergency power port allows temporary operation using a power bank if batteries are fully depleted - what to do when the battery dies.
- Mechanical key override provides fail-safe access in all power conditions. Two keys are supplied; store the spare outside the house, and cut extras from the Windsor / Albion key blank. More in power and battery FAQs.
App Platform & Data Hosting
The TTLock App User Manual and our TTLock tips and tricks (including the 24-hour passcode activation rule) will get you set up quickly.
McGrath smart locks are backed by long-established industry partners and supported locally. To learn more, read Why Terry's Locksmiths, LSC & McGrath Locks Give Long-Term Confidence - in particular the supply chain behind every McGrath installation and why longevity matters more than features. For a realistic view of lock lifespan, see how long digital door locks last.
Wi-Fi Remote Access (Optional - Gateway Required)
The Windsor does not include native Wi-Fi connectivity. Remote access and management features are available only when the lock is paired with a compatible McGrath Locks gateway. When a gateway is installed, users can remotely unlock the door, issue or revoke access credentials, and view access activity through the McGrath Locks App from anywhere with an internet connection - Wi-Fi / remote access explained.
Not sure whether you need a gateway? See our guide to whether you actually need a gateway, or the full differences between the McGrath G2, G3, G4 and G5 gateways. Browse the current range: G3 PoE Ethernet gateway (for IT-managed commercial sites), G4 4G / Wi-Fi gateway (4G SIM fallback for remote or holiday homes), and G5 dual-band Wi-Fi gateway (solves the 2.4GHz band-steering problem). All are in the modules and Wi-Fi gateways category.
Position the gateway within Bluetooth range of the lock (placement tips). If a gateway ever drops off Wi-Fi, band steering is the usual culprit, and local access keeps working when the internet is down. Short-stay hosts can connect a gateway-equipped Windsor to a booking platform - see what changes with a gateway and PMS.
Fire Rated
- Fire assessed up to 2 hours on Firecore and E-Core doors.
- Fire performance applies only when installed with approved hardware configurations - how smart locks are tested and certified for fire doors.
- Approved configurations include the dormakaba MS2602 mortice lock, the McGrath adjustable tubular latch (Black / Stainless Steel), or a Lockwood 530-style tubular latch.
- Fire compliance is system-based and limited by the Fire Resistance Level of the complete doorset - what the FRL rating means; find yours on the fire door compliance tag.
- Fire certification documentation is available in the Fire Cert Docs tab, and the test reports for our whole range are indexed in Fire-Rated Smart Lock Certification.
- Apartment fire doors: the one-penetration principle usually rules out adding a deadbolt, body corporate approval comes first, and older doors carry an asbestos risk before drilling. Run the four strata checks before you buy.
Looking for other fire-rated smart lock options?
Fire-rated smart locks must be selected carefully. Fire performance applies to the complete doorset - the lock, latch or mortice, door leaf, and installation method. Different smart lock models suit different fire door configurations and usage requirements - see which platform suits fire-rated door applications.
To view our full range of smart locks suitable for fire door applications when installed in approved configurations, visit: Browse Fire-Rated Smart Locks for Fire Doors. Within the McGrath range alone you can choose the raised-button Stafford, the Braille-equipped Bardon, or the fingerprint Hamilton; a lower-cost non-app option is the Carbine CEL2-3IN1 fire-rated leverset, and a higher-spec step-up is the Lockton Cadell52 fire-rated mortice lock.
If you would like a clearer understanding of how fire doors, certifications, and smart lock approvals work, these guides may help:
What's in the Box
- Exterior lock assembly (keypad and RFID reader side)
- Interior lock assembly
- McGrath 60/70mm adjustable tubular latch with strike plate (sold separately as a spare in Black or Stainless Steel)
- Drill positioning template
- 2 x backup mechanical keys (extras cut from the Windsor / Albion key blank)
- 2 x RFID access tags (more fobs, cards, wristbands and stickers available)
- Mounting screws
- Mini security screwdriver
- Installation guide
Note: DDA levers (see above), gateway (for Wi-Fi remote access - see the gateway options), and batteries are not included.
Suitable Uses
- Fire-rated timber doorsets (Firecore / E-Core) in approved configurations, where a 2-hour fire assessment is required - including apartment entry doors, garage-to-house doors and stairwells.
- Residential front and rear entry doors on timber or aluminium frames - browse smart locks for a regular front door and check the door type compatibility matrix.
- Commercial offices, retail premises, clinics, and professional suites - see which platform suits commercial, office and retail doors.
- Accessible entrances requiring DDA-compliant levers (BCA AS 1428.1-2009) when fitted with the optional DDA handles - SDA and NDIS housing included.
- Retrofit onto existing doors using approved latch or mortice configurations - identify what is on the door now with Chapter 02 - existing door hardware, and cover old cut-outs with the matching scar plates.
- Applications needing four keyless access methods without biometrics.
- Short-stay and rental properties on the TTLock platform - PMS platforms that integrate with TTLock and Airbnb (a gateway is needed for automation).
Available Finish Options
Matt Black
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STK MLWIN
Satin Nickel
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STK MLWIN
Black and Satin Nickel are finish options on this single listing - select your finish at checkout. Finish selection does not affect functionality, compliance, or performance. Match the finish of your DDA levers, scar plates and spare latch to the lock. Real installations in both finishes are in the Installation Gallery tabs.
McGrath Fire Rated & Standard-Stile Smart Locks
Where the Windsor sits in the McGrath standard-stile and fire-assessed smart lock range. All are managed by the McGrath Locks App and take the same G3 / G4 / G5 gateways. For the wider picture see the McGrath brand profile and the full McGrath Locks range.
This product (bold row) is the touchscreen, fire-assessed Windsor. Need a fire-rated lock at a lower price without an app? See the Carbine CEL2-3IN1 fire-rated leverset (Carbine CEL and CDL range guide). Need heavier commercial ratings? Step up to the Lockton Cadell52 fire-rated smart lock, which runs on the same TTLock platform.
Accessories & Spares
DDA levers, latches, mortice, rebate kit, spare cylinders, keys, RFID credentials, scar plates, and gateways confirmed to suit the McGrath Windsor. Every part is itemised below; the whole cohort is also filed under smart lock accessories.
Specifications
IP rating note: The IP65 rating applies to the external handle assembly only. The internal unit and battery compartment are not IP rated and must not be exposed to water or moisture. Install in a sheltered position. For a fully exposed gate, choose from the external gate exposed to rain category instead.
Dimensions
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The Windsor is supplied with a McGrath 60/70mm adjustable tubular latch. It is also compatible with approved mortice locks - such as the dormakaba MS2602 - when specified separately. If your door has a mortice pocket already, Chapter 02 - mortice lever and escutcheon shows what to look for; a rebate kit is available for French door pairs.
Yes, when installed on Firecore or E-Core doors using approved latch or mortice configurations. Fire performance is system-based and limited by the Fire Resistance Level of the complete doorset. Certification documents are in the Fire Cert Docs tab, and our guide to fire door types and smart lock certification explains how this works. In a strata building, get body corporate approval first and do not DIY the install.
Fit the optional DDA-compliant levers. Add the external DDA handle for your finish (Black or Satin Nickel) plus the matching internal handles (Black or Satin Nickel) to your basket. When fitted, they meet BCA AS 1428.1-2009. Terry's can pre-fit them during installation. Which DDA lock suits your project is worked through in our DDA smart locks guide.
No. The lock operates locally via Bluetooth using the McGrath Locks App. Remote access and management require an optional Wi-Fi gateway. Not sure whether you need one? See our guide to whether you actually need a gateway and what a McGrath lock can do without Wi-Fi. On a Bluetooth-only install, calibrate the lock clock from the app now and then so timed codes stay accurate.
No. The Windsor is a non-biometric model and does not support fingerprint, palm, or face recognition. If you need fingerprint access on a standard-stile door, the McGrath Hamilton adds a fingerprint reader on the same fire-assessed platform; browse all fingerprint smart locks or read how fingerprint readers behave before deciding.
Additional Information
Use only standard AA alkaline batteries. Lithium or rechargeable batteries are not recommended. User credentials are retained during battery replacement, and USB-C emergency power allows temporary access if batteries are fully depleted. Replace the set when the app warns you, and fix any door misalignment - a binding latch is the most common cause of short battery life.
The IP65 rating applies to the external handle only and is intended for sheltered installations. The internal assembly and battery compartment are not IP rated and must not be exposed to water or moisture. See Chapter 11 - Australian Smart Lock Standards for a plain-English explanation of IP ratings, and coastal environments if you are near the beach.
Installation should be carried out by a qualified locksmith or installer, particularly for fire-rated doorsets where approved hardware configurations must be maintained - see when DIY is appropriate and when it is not. Terry's Locksmiths can supply and fit the Windsor across South East Queensland - book a free site survey or read about professional supply and installation. If you do fit it yourself, avoid the three most common DIY mistakes.
McGrath Locks is distributed in Australia through LSC. For why the Terry's and LSC distribution chain matters for long-term support and parts availability, see why Terry's, LSC, and McGrath Locks give long-term confidence, especially LSC's century in the security industry and warranty as a confidence signal.
The McGrath Locks App carries a legacy "Tamper Alert" toggle inherited from the TTLock platform. McGrath hardware does not support it, and switching it on only produces phantom alerts. Leave it off - see why McGrath locks do not support Tamper Alert and, if it is already on, how to turn it off in three steps. The Windsor's genuine security alarm is the incorrect-attempt lock-out described under Key Features.
12-month warranty against defects in materials and workmanship (24-month on ALBION, ASCOT, ASHGROVE, BARDON, GRANGE, HAMILTON, KEDRON, MANLY, SANDGATE, STAFFORD, ULTRA SECUA and WINDSOR models). McGrath Locks will repair, replace, or refund at their discretion. Proof of purchase required for all claims. Returns & Warranty | McGrath Locks Warranty
Download PDF Resources
Single-page McGrath data sheet for the Windsor - access methods, dimensions, door and latch compatibility, and finish options at a glance.
McGrath's product brochure for the Windsor - features, fire assessment, DDA lever option and the accessory range.
Step-by-step fitting, handing, latch adjustment and first-use setup for the Windsor. Read it alongside the three most common installation mistakes.
The full app manual for the TTLock platform the McGrath Locks App is built on - adding users, passcodes, eKeys, RFID credentials, gateways and records. Also viewable online in our TTLock App User Manual page.
McGrath Windsor Fire Rated Smart Lock - FAQ, Setup and Owner's Guide
Everything below is here to help you choose, install, set up and live with your McGrath Windsor. For general smart-lock questions see our Smart Lock FAQ (Chapter 13), for the platform itself see the TTLock Platform Guide (Chapter 14), and for measuring and fitting see Chapter 02 - Measuring Your Door.
Access and Credentials
Keypad PIN on the tempered-glass touchscreen, an RFID card or tag held to the reader, a Bluetooth eKey from the McGrath Locks App on your phone, and the mechanical key override. Fingerprint, palm and face recognition are not fitted to this model. Chapter 03 compares all six credential types side by side; the four-layer authentication stack explains why a key override still matters on an electronic lock.
The McGrath Locks App issues permanent codes, time-limited codes with a start and end, one-time codes that expire after a single use, and cyclic (recurring) codes for a cleaner or contractor. Codes are 4 to 9 digits. The six TTLock passcode types are described in Chapter 14, and the weekly cleaner example shows a cyclic code in practice.
A permanent passcode created in the app has to be used at the keypad within 24 hours to activate, otherwise it lapses and must be re-issued. This is the single most common support call on the platform. The 24-hour activation rule and how to stop codes expiring cover the fix; the activation windows table lists the window for every code type.
You can type random digits before and after your real code and the lock still opens, as long as the correct sequence appears somewhere in what you entered. It stops anyone watching over your shoulder from learning the code, and it also spreads finger marks across the whole glass rather than over four or five buttons.
The Windsor reads 13.56 MHz MIFARE credentials, and two RFID tags are in the box. Extra McGrath credentials are sold individually in four formats - ISO card, keyring fob, wristband and adhesive sticker - and each one is enrolled and revoked individually in the app. How RFID credentials work is covered in Chapter 03; The Windsor holds up to 1,000 RFID credentials alongside 250 PIN codes and unlimited eKeys, so a multi-tenancy building or small commercial site is well within its capacity.
An eKey is a permission sent to another person's McGrath Locks App - permanent, timed or one-off - so they can unlock over Bluetooth when their phone is within range of the lock (typically a few metres, less through a heavy door). No internet is needed at the door. eKeys and the Bluetooth-only vs gateway comparison explain what does and does not need a gateway.
The override cylinder sits in the external handle assembly and is designed to be discreet - where the keyhole is on smart locks explains what to look for. Two keys are supplied. Spares are cut by a locksmith from the Windsor / Albion key blank; if all keys are lost, fit a replacement keyed-to-differ cylinder (2 new keys) or, for several McGrath locks on one key, the keyed-alike cylinder. Keep the spare outside the house.
Locking, Security and Safety
Passage mode holds the Windsor unlocked so the door can be pushed open freely without a credential - useful for an office during trading hours, a clinic waiting room or a function at home. Switch it on from the app, or at the keypad by entering a valid code and then 123# within 5 seconds; take it off by unlocking with a valid code or card (if you engaged it from the app, disengage it from the app). Remember to take it off passage at close of business. Passage mode is a different thing from the holdback function on mechanical digital locks.
Five wrong codes or cards in a row lock the keypad for 35 seconds, and during that window only the app can operate the lock. It stops anyone from working through codes by trial and error. This is a genuine hardware alarm - not to be confused with the platform's Tamper Alert toggle, which McGrath hardware does not support. Tamper Alert vs incorrect-PIN alarm sets the two apart.
The McGrath Locks App is built on TTLock, and the Tamper Alert switch is a platform-wide legacy item. There is no vibration sensor in current McGrath models, so enabling it produces phantom alerts. Leave it off; if it is already on, turn it off in three steps, and read if alerts continue after disabling. The same advice applies to every lock in the McGrath / Lockton / Austyle suppression cohort.
The physical reset button on the interior unit can be turned off from the app, so nobody inside the premises can factory-reset the lock and wipe its users - a sensible step on a rental, a shared office or an NDIS property. Disable it only once you are sure the admin phone is backed up: with the button off, a lost admin account is recovered through McGrath support rather than at the lock.
Yes. Every unlock event - PIN, card, eKey or key override - is stamped with the credential and time and shown in the app's records. Without a gateway the records sync to your phone the next time it connects over Bluetooth; with a gateway they upload to the cloud as they happen. Audit trails for dispute resolution explains why this matters for rentals and shared premises.
The McGrath Locks App is a McGrath-branded build of TTLock with Australian-based support. Local unlocking runs over encrypted Bluetooth; cloud features run on TTLock's infrastructure. We publish the platform's known vulnerabilities openly in Chapter 14 - security considerations, set out where each smart lock platform hosts its data, and explain why a Bluetooth-only install keeps the cloud question moot. Australia's new smart-device security law is covered in Chapter 11 - cyber security.
Remote Access and Gateways
Not for everyday use. Without a gateway the Windsor works fully over Bluetooth - PIN, RFID, eKeys, records and settings - whenever you are at the door. A McGrath gateway connects the lock to the internet so you can unlock remotely, issue or revoke codes from anywhere, get instant notifications and link a booking platform. Start with do you actually need a gateway? and what a gateway does.
For most homes the G5 dual-band Wi-Fi gateway - it joins 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz networks and avoids the band-steering problem that trips up single-band units. Choose the G4 where the property has patchy Wi-Fi or none at all - it carries a 4G SIM slot as a fallback (remote and holiday homes). Choose the G3 PoE gateway for a commercial site with a wired network and an IT department (IT-managed sites). Power any of them from the 240V dual-USB wall adaptor. The full G2 / G3 / G4 / G5 comparison is in our blog.
Within reliable Bluetooth range of the lock - ideally the same room or the next one, avoiding brick, concrete and steel between the two (gateway placement, where to position the gateway). One gateway can serve several McGrath locks that are within its range, so a Windsor on the front door and an Albion on the garage door can share one unit; each gateway page lists its compatible locks.
Nearly always band steering: a router that merges 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz under one name pushes a 2.4 GHz-only gateway off the network. The tell is that Bluetooth access at the door keeps working while remote access fails. Band steering explained, how to improve stability and the hardware fix (a G5) cover it; also check the batteries first using the low-battery diagnostic. Chapter 13 Q11 has the short version.
Yes, and with a gateway it can be automated. The lock's timed and one-time codes suit guest turnover; add a gateway and a property-management platform and codes are created and expired automatically from bookings - see PMS platforms that integrate with TTLock and Airbnb and PMS integration in Chapter 14. Whether you need Wi-Fi at all is answered in which Airbnb smart lock setup is right for you; Chapter 07 covers what happens if Wi-Fi drops during a stay. If the property is a fire-rated apartment door, the Windsor is one of the few app-managed locks that can go on it.
Fire Doors and Compliance
The Windsor has been assessed as part of a tested doorset on Firecore and E-Core fire door cores and performs for up to two hours in that configuration. The rating belongs to the whole system - door leaf, frame, latch or mortice, lock and installation method - not to the lock on its own, so it applies only when the approved latch or mortice is used and the doorset's own Fire Resistance Level allows it. AS 1905.1 fire door hardware certification and the fire door compliance summary explain the system-based approach; the certificates are in the Fire Cert Docs tab and indexed at Fire-Rated Smart Lock Certification.
Three approved paths: the supplied McGrath 60/70mm adjustable tubular latch (spares in Black and Stainless Steel, both themselves fire rated), the dormakaba MS2602 mortice lock, or a Lockwood 530-style tubular latch. Do not substitute an unrated latch from the hardware store - why you cannot just swap the lock explains the consequence. Note the Windsor / Albion scar plates are not fire rated; on a fire door, discuss any cover plate with your installer.
In Queensland the entry door of most units is a fire door. Look for the metal compliance tag on the hinge edge or top of the door - it names the manufacturer, core type and FRL. How to identify a fire door and the fire door core types (E-Core, Firecore, Pyropanel) are in Chapter 05. The Windsor is assessed for Firecore and E-Core; if your tag says something else, ask us before ordering.
Usually not. Fire door certification typically allows one lock penetration, so a second lock or a door viewer breaks the rating - the one-penetration principle and why deadbolts are not compliant on apartment fire doors spell it out. The compliant route is to upgrade the primary lock - which is what fitting a Windsor does.
There can be. Some fire door cores manufactured before 1990, and a small run of later doors, contain asbestos, and drilling a new lock preparation disturbs it. Terry's checks the tag and door before any cutting. Read the three confirmed risk windows, whether post-1990 doors are asbestos-free and what to do next; Chapter 11 summarises the Queensland asbestos regulations.
Yes, in almost every strata scheme - the door is usually common property and the body corporate is responsible for its fire compliance. Put the request in writing with the Windsor's fire assessment and the approved configuration you intend to use. Body corporate approval comes first and the four strata checks walk through it.
AS 1428.1-2009 requires a lever that can be operated with a closed fist or without tight grasping, mounted within a set height band. The standard Windsor lever does not claim compliance; fitting the optional external DDA handle (Black / Satin Nickel) with the matching internal handles (Black pair / Satin Nickel) makes the lock compliant. AS 1428.1 explained, the DDA and Premises Standards and what AS 1428.1 compliance actually means give the detail. For NDIS participants, assistive technology funding may apply.
Fit, Door Preparation and Handing
60 mm or 70 mm - the supplied McGrath tubular latch adjusts between the two, which covers nearly every Australian timber and aluminium hinged door. Measure from the door edge to the centre of the existing spindle hole: how to measure your backset and standard Australian backset sizes. A 127 mm backset door needs a different latch - talk to us. Chapter 02 - backset has the diagram.
The Windsor suits doors from 35 mm to 54 mm thick. Most Australian entry doors are 35 to 45 mm and apartment fire doors are commonly 40 to 45 mm, so the range covers them comfortably. Thicker feature doors need a longer spindle and through-bolts - ask us before ordering. Door thickness in Chapter 02 shows how to measure.
The Windsor is field-changeable, so one unit suits a left- or right-hand door and the lever is set during installation - there is no handed version to order. Understanding how to determine your door's handing still helps when you order DDA levers or discuss the job with an installer, and field-reversible vs fixed handing explains why this matters more on some other brands.
The Windsor's 180 x 72 mm case covers a standard cylindrical or knob-set preparation. Where a longer plate, a second hole or drill damage is exposed, fit the matching 210 x 90 mm scar plates in Matt Black or Satin Stainless (box of 2, one per face). What a scar plate is and when you need one are in our scar plate guide; Chapter 02 helps you identify existing door hardware.
Yes with a mortice configuration - the McGrath 147 mm rebate kit adapts a 60/50 mortice lock for a rebated meeting stile. On a plain tubular-latch door no kit is needed. Our rebate kits and strikes category has the options, and a free site survey is the quickest way to confirm.
The Windsor is a lever lock for hinged timber or aluminium doors with a standard stile. It is not for sliding doors, hinged security screen doors (see the security screen category), fully exposed gates (its IP65 covers the outside handle only - see external gate locks), frameless glass, or narrow-stile aluminium shopfronts - for those use the slimline range such as the McGrath A210 or A231. Check the door type compatibility matrix.
McGrath salt-spray tests the Matt Black finish to 300 hours and the Satin Nickel finish to 96 hours, so on a beachfront or canal-front door the black powder coat is the more corrosion-resistant choice. Either way the IP65 rating covers the external housing only, and salt air is excluded from most lock warranties - read coastal environments, corrosion resistance grades and coastal Queensland lifespan before choosing.
Power and Batteries
Four AA alkaline batteries - Terry's recommends Duracell - lasting up to 18 months at roughly ten uses a day (McGrath's figure; standby draw is under 30mA). Do not use lithium or rechargeable AA cells; their voltage curve confuses the low-battery warning. Choosing batteries, battery life - the truth, not the marketing version and power and battery FAQs give the realistic picture. Batteries are not included.
You get warnings first - in the app and audibly at the lock, each time you wake the keypad once the pack drops below about 4.8V. If you ignore them and the lock is completely dead, hold a USB-C power bank to the emergency port on the outside unit to wake it and unlock, then change the batteries; or simply use the mechanical key. Your codes, cards and eKeys survive a battery change. What to do when the battery dies and what happens in a power outage have the detail.
Remote functions fail before local ones when batteries run down, because the lock stops advertising to the gateway to save power, so this pattern can be either. Check the battery level in the app first, then the gateway's Wi-Fi. The four-case low-battery diagnostic and battery management separate the two causes.
Installation and Setup
On an ordinary non-fire timber door with an existing 60 or 70 mm cylindrical preparation, a competent DIYer can, using the drill template and the User & Installation Guide (PDF). On a fire-rated door, a mortice conversion, an aluminium door or a DDA installation we strongly recommend a locksmith, because the approved configuration and the certification depend on the fit. When DIY is appropriate - and when it isn't has the table; Terry's offers supply and installation across the Gold Coast.
Almost always one of three things: the spindle in the wrong position, the wrong backset or latch, or a misaligned door that binds the latch. The three most common DIY installation mistakes and Mistake 1 - handle still opens when locked cover the fixes; door misalignment is also the number-one cause of motor strain and short battery life.
Download the McGrath Locks App, create an account, put the batteries in, and add the lock while standing next to it with Bluetooth on - the app finds it and makes your phone the administrator. Then set an admin PIN, enrol the two supplied RFID tags, and add family or staff as eKeys or codes. Adding a gateway is a separate step done afterwards. One important warning from McGrath's user guide: if you program the lock manually from the printed keypad codes instead of the app, you cannot add a Bluetooth device afterwards - so always set up through the app first. The TTLock App User Manual walks through every screen, and clock calibration is worth doing on a Bluetooth-only install.
Do it in the app, not by factory reset at the door: issue the erase code or delete every user, remove the lock (and gateway) from your account, collect the RFID tags, and let the new owner add the lock fresh. The five-step handover checklist and transferring or re-adding a lock cover it, including the erase code.
Yes - McGrath prints a full set of keypad programming sequences on the user guide (add an administrator with *12#, add a PIN or RFID user with *80#, modify with *10# / *12#, delete with *72#, *71# or *69#, voice on or off with *30#, and a hard reset by holding the reset button then entering 000#). But McGrath strongly recommends setting the lock up through the McGrath Locks App instead, because a lock programmed manually from the keypad cannot have a Bluetooth device added afterwards. Use the keypad codes for day-to-day changes only once the app owns the lock. The full sheet is the Windsor User & Installation Guide (PDF).
Choosing Between the Windsor and Its Siblings
The McGrath Albion is the same standard-stile, touchscreen, 4-in-1 lock on the same 60/70 mm latch platform and shares the Windsor's DDA levers, cylinders, key blank and scar plates - but it is not fire assessed. If the door is a fire door, or might become one (a unit entry, a garage-to-house door), choose the Windsor; if it is an ordinary internal or residential door, the Albion does the same job. Chapter 09 profiles the Albion in a DDA context.
All four are fire assessed on the same McGrath platform. The Windsor has a tempered-glass touchscreen and optional DDA levers. The Stafford swaps the glass for raised physical buttons and includes the DDA levers as standard. The Bardon adds Braille to the raised buttons for vision-impaired users and is sold without a mortice. The Hamilton (Satin Nickel) adds a fingerprint reader and ships with DDA levers. Chapter 05 profiles the Hamilton for fire doors; the McGrath brand card sets out the whole range.
Yes - the Carbine CEL2-3IN1 fire-rated leverset (also in Satin Nickel) gives PIN, RFID and key override on a fire-rated lever without an app or gateway, at a lower price. You give up the eKeys, remote access, timed codes and audit trail that the Windsor's app provides. The Carbine CEL and CDL buyer's guide explains the range.
The Lockton Cadell52 Fire Rated Smart Lock - 60mm Mortice is the step up: a heavy-commercial mortice lock with a clutching lever, fingerprint reader, IP66 on both handles and a DDA lever as standard, on the same TTLock platform, so your McGrath gateway and app knowledge carry across (cross-brand gateway interchangeability). It costs more and needs a mortice preparation rather than a tubular latch.
The Windsor runs on TTLock via the McGrath Locks App - the platform we recommend for fire doors, DDA housing, commercial sites and rentals. Fire-rated door applications, NDIS and disability housing and five questions that decide it compare the four platforms; Chapter 15 - choosing the right platform has the scenario table, and TTLock vs Tuya explains why we stock TTLock and not Tuya.
Warranty, Lifespan and Support
24 months against defects in materials and workmanship (the Windsor is one of McGrath's 24-month models), handled by McGrath's Australian-based support team with Terry's as your first point of contact. Batteries, misuse and normal wear are excluded, and your Australian Consumer Law rights apply regardless. See Returns & Warranty and warranty as a confidence signal.
McGrath durability-tests the Windsor to 300,000 cycles - at ten operations a day that is over 80 years of mechanical life, so the practical limits are electronics, batteries and environment rather than the mechanism. With a well-aligned door, a sheltered position and batteries changed when warned, a quality electronic lock gives many years of service - the platform and the supply chain behind it matter as much as the hardware. Realistic lifespan expectations, installation quality and what happens if the manufacturer discontinues the app are worth reading; the LSC supply chain is why we are comfortable recommending McGrath long term.
Related Products, Guides and Chapters
This lock and its finishes: McGrath Windsor (Matt Black / Satin Nickel - one listing) · Finish options · All McGrath Locks
McGrath siblings: Albion (not fire rated) · Stafford (raised buttons, DDA) · Bardon (Braille, mortice not included) · Hamilton Black (fingerprint) · Hamilton Satin Nickel
Alternatives: Carbine CEL2-3IN1 Fire Rated Leverset (cheaper, no app) · Lockton Cadell52 60mm Mortice (higher spec) · All fire-rated smart locks
Accessories and spares: DDA External Handle Black · DDA External Handle Satin Nickel · DDA Internal Handles Black · DDA Internal Handle Satin Nickel · 60/70mm Fire Rated Latch Black · 60/70mm Fire Rated Latch Stainless · dormakaba MS2602 Mortice · 147mm Rebate Kit · Keyed-to-Differ Cylinder · Keyed-Alike Cylinder · Key Blank · RFID Card · RFID Fob · RFID Wristband · RFID Sticker · Scar Plates Matt Black · Scar Plates Satin Stainless · G3 PoE Gateway · G4 4G / Wi-Fi Gateway · G5 Dual-Band Gateway · 240V Wall Adaptor
Categories: Fire Door · PIN Code · Fob / Card / RFID · Bluetooth · App Enabled · Has Backup Key · WiFi (with gateway) · Regular Front Door · Gateways · RFID Credentials · Scar Plates · Tubular Latches · Mortice Locks · Cylinders · Key Blanks
Buyer's Guide chapters: Ch 01 What Is a Smart Lock · Ch 02 Measuring Your Door · Ch 03 Access Methods · Ch 04 Door Types · Ch 05 Fire Door Smart Locks · Ch 07 Airbnb and Short-Stay · Ch 08 Gateways · Ch 09 DDA / NDIS · Ch 10 Brand Profiles · Ch 11 Standards and IP Ratings · Ch 12 Installation and Troubleshooting · Ch 13 Smart Lock FAQ · Ch 14 TTLock Platform Guide · Ch 15 App Platforms
Helpful blog reading: Apartment Fire Doors - Compliant Locks · Fire Door Types and Certification · Fire-Rated Smart Lock Certification · Asbestos in Apartment Fire Doors · The One-Penetration Principle · DDA Smart Locks for NDIS · G2 vs G3 vs G4 vs G5 Gateways · Why Smart Locks Drop Off Wi-Fi · TTLock Tips and Tricks · TTLock App User Manual · Tamper Alert Phantom Alerts · Turn Off Tamper Alert · Mechanical Key Override · Measuring Your Lock Backset · Understanding Door Handing · Scar Plates for Smart Locks · The Realities of Electronic Door Locks · How Long Do Digital Door Locks Last · Terry's + LSC + McGrath · Using TTLock for Airbnb · Do You Really Need WiFi? · Which Platform Is Right for You · TTLock vs Tuya · Your Data and China · Smart Lock Not Locking? · Site Survey and Installation · Carbine CEL and CDL Range Guide
What's in the Box - McGrath Windsor
- Exterior lock assembly (keypad and RFID reader side)
- Interior lock assembly
- McGrath 60/70mm adjustable tubular latch with strike plate (spares: Black / Stainless Steel)
- Drill positioning template
- 2 x backup mechanical keys (spares cut from the Windsor / Albion key blank)
- 2 x RFID access tags (extra RFID fobs, tags and cards available)
- Mounting screws
- Mini security screwdriver
- Installation guide (also downloadable: Windsor User & Installation Guide PDF)
McGrath Windsor Smart Lock - Real Installations (Black)
Real installations of the McGrath Windsor Fire Rated Smart Lock in matte black - the majority fitted across South East Queensland by Terry's Gold Coast Smart Locks, plus a customer installation in Melbourne. Shown across residential and commercial fire doors and entry doors of many styles.
McGrath Windsor Smart Lock - Real Installations (Satin Nickel)
Real installations of the McGrath Windsor Fire Rated Smart Lock in satin nickel, fitted across South East Queensland by Terry's Gold Coast Smart Locks across residential and commercial doors.
McGrath Windsor - Dimensions
McGrath Windsor - Fire Certification Documents
Fire performance is system-based - read the certificates below together with how to read a fire rating certificate and AS 1905.1 in Chapter 11. Test reports across our whole range are indexed in Fire-Rated Smart Lock Certification.
PDF Files - McGrath Windsor Fire Rated Smart Lock
Single-page McGrath data sheet for the Windsor - access methods, dimensions, door and latch compatibility, and finish options at a glance.
McGrath's product brochure for the Windsor - features, fire assessment, DDA lever option and the accessory range.
Step-by-step fitting, handing, latch adjustment and first-use setup for the Windsor. Read it alongside the three most common installation mistakes.
The full app manual for the TTLock platform the McGrath Locks App is built on - adding users, passcodes, eKeys, RFID credentials, gateways and records. Also viewable online in our TTLock App User Manual page.
McGrath Locks Warranty
Warranty Summary
How to Make a Claim
- Contact Terry's Tradies Pty Ltd and its associated websites, trading names, and subsidiaries (the place of purchase) within the applicable warranty period.
- Supply your proof of original purchase - a receipt or tax invoice is required.
- Provide a clear description of the fault and your contact details.
- You may be asked to return the product for assessment before a remedy is determined.
- McGrath Locks will, at their discretion, repair the product, replace it with the same or an equivalent model, or provide a refund of the purchase price.
Exclusions
This warranty does not cover:
- Normal wear and tear
- Products that have been disassembled
- Damage caused by improper handling, incorrect installation, misuse, abuse, neglect, modification, or accident
- Installation by unlicensed persons (including non-licensed locksmiths or technicians)
- Products not used in accordance with the supplied instructions
- Cosmetic damage that does not affect functionality
- Labour or installation costs related to the removal or reinstallation of products
- Exposure to conditions outside normal environmental use
- Work completed before warranty approval
- Damage caused by battery leakage, battery failure, or force majeure
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. This warranty is provided in addition to your rights and remedies under the Australian Consumer Law.
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McGrath Locks ML Windsor Fire Rated
I was searching for a digital locks that can be installed on apartment unit's entry door, however the hurdles of fire rating (annual compliance) was an ongoing barrier. The McGrath Windsor digital lock was the only unit which had fire rating compliance and the added features which suited my needs. Very happy with the product (quality and software features) and a shout-out to the seller Terry's Gold Coast Smart Locks, as their post-purchse support was awesome. They even made sure after I had received my order, that I was happy with my purchase and asked if I had any enquiries. Great after sales support is always a big plus! I would highly recommend the product and even more on the Seller. The product's battery life is still uncertain, but the user can always check the battery level via the app, only time will tell on the duration of the battery and the durability of the product. But so far so good.
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