Using Security Products Bought in India Abroad: Voltage, Plug Type, Radio Frequency and GSM Checklist

Short answer: security products sold in India are made for India's 230 V, 50 Hz mains supply and Indian plug types C, D and M. Products that run on 12 V DC, such as electronic locks and alarm panels, can work abroad if the power supply feeding them accepts your local mains voltage; mains-powered items like gate motors and energy saver switches must match your supply exactly. Remotes, wireless sensors and GSM devices also depend on the radio bands and mobile networks allowed and available where you are, so check your local rules and operator before you buy.

What mains supply are Indian products built for?

India's standard household supply is 230 V at 50 Hz, and Indian sockets take plug types C, D and M. Many countries also use 220 to 240 V at 50 Hz, but others use 100 to 127 V, 60 Hz, or both. Before you buy anything that plugs into the wall, find out the voltage and frequency at your site and check your local wiring rules.

The safest way to judge a product is to read what its own listing states. Some of our listings give a wide input range, some give a single voltage, and some say nothing about mains input because the device runs on 12 V DC from a separate supply.

How to check a product before you order

1. Find the input rating on the listing. Look for words such as “input voltage”, “power supply” or “AC”. If the listing does not state it, ask us before ordering and do not assume.
2. Compare it with your site supply. A listing that states 110 to 240 V AC covers most mains supplies. A listing that states 220 V or 240 V only is meant for supplies in that range.
3. Separate the device from its power supply. Many locks and alarm panels are 12 V DC devices. What matters is whether the adaptor or power supply that feeds them accepts your mains. You can often replace an Indian 220 V adaptor with a local 12 V DC adaptor of the same or higher current rating and the correct polarity.
4. Check the plug. A plug adaptor only changes the shape of the pins; it does not change the voltage. Where your local rules require it, have a qualified electrician fit a local plug or wire the supply directly.
5. Check radio frequencies. Note any frequency in MHz on the listing (for example 433 MHz remotes) and confirm that band is allowed for that use in your country. Check your local radio rules.
6. Check the mobile network. For GSM alarms and GSM gate openers, confirm with your local operator that the network type the device uses (2G or 4G) and its frequency bands are available at the site.
7. Check the app. For Wi-Fi products, note the Wi-Fi band (many need 2.4 GHz) and make sure the named app, such as Smart Life, is available in your country's app store.

Stated power and radio details for common products

Every entry below is taken from that product's listing. “See product page” means the listing does not state it, so ask us before relying on it.

Bulk and export pricing is quoted on request. Prices above are Indian retail prices in rupees and include GST, India's Goods and Services Tax.

Which products are easiest to use abroad?

Battery-powered devices and 12 V DC devices are the simplest, because the only mains-connected part is the power supply. The SHL-09 hotel lock runs on AA batteries. The RML-8K rim lock and EM-602 EM lock run on 12 V DC, and the PK-80 supply that powers them is listed for AC 110 to 240 V input. By contrast, the AD-12V adaptor is listed for 220 V AC input only, so on a lower-voltage supply you would use a local 12 V adaptor instead.

Mains-powered equipment needs the most care. The SGM-370 motor-only listing states 220 V AC 50 Hz, and the CB-SGM control board is for 220 V AC single-phase motors. Our SGM kit listings state the supply as “220V AC 50Hz/110V 60Hz”; if your site is not on a 220 V, 50 Hz supply, tell us your voltage and frequency so the quote confirms which version you are getting. The SES-15 energy saver is rated 240 V, 40 A. For any of these, check your local supply and wiring rules and use a qualified electrician.

Is 433 MHz allowed in my country?

Many of our remotes, receivers and wireless alarm sensors work at 433 MHz, including the Combo-CN262 remotes, the MCT-43 door sensor and the remotes the PSWF-01 accepts. 433 MHz is widely used for short-range devices, but the permitted frequencies, power levels and uses differ from country to country, and some regions commonly use other bands such as 315 MHz or 868 MHz. Remotes and sensors only pair with a receiver or panel on the same frequency, so a whole system should be bought on one band. Check your local radio rules before you buy. For how these remotes pair and what range to expect, see the 433 MHz remote and receiver guide.

Will a GSM alarm or GSM gate opener work on my network?

A GSM device needs a mobile network of the type it was built for. The RTU5024 lists GSM bands 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz, and the ACJ-405 alarm listing describes Wi-Fi and 2G connectivity. Several countries have switched off, or are switching off, their 2G networks, and a 2G-only device cannot work where there is no 2G service. The ACJ-1008 lists 4G GSM together with a wired TCP/IP network connection. Whatever the model, confirm with your local operator that the network type and band are available at the site. The GSM vs Wi-Fi alarm guide explains the difference between the two alert routes.

What about Wi-Fi and apps?

Our Wi-Fi lock supplies and gate modules state 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi; the PSWF-01 listing says 5 GHz is not supported. They use the Smart Life app on Android and iOS. Make sure the router at the site broadcasts a 2.4 GHz network and that the app is available in your country's app store before you order.

Need help checking a list?

Send your product list with your site's voltage, frequency and mobile network to us through the Bulk and Project Enquiry page or on WhatsApp at +91 91384 68548. Website checkout and free delivery are for addresses in India; for overseas orders we confirm price, payment method, shipping and lead time in a quote. The steps are in how overseas businesses request a quote. Browse supplies in power supplies, remotes and adaptors, and for power supply sizing see the access control power supply guide.

FAQ

What voltage do Indian security products use?

Products for the Indian market are designed for India's 230 V, 50 Hz mains supply. Many locks and alarm panels run on 12 V DC from a separate supply, so check the input rating of that supply on each listing.

Can I use an Indian 12 V lock in a country with 110 V mains?

The lock itself runs on 12 V DC, so what matters is the supply. The PK-80 is listed for AC 110 to 240 V input; otherwise use a local 12 V DC supply with enough current and the correct polarity, and check your local wiring rules.

Does a plug adaptor convert 230 V to 110 V?

No. A plug adaptor only changes the pin shape. Voltage conversion needs a suitable transformer or a supply rated for your mains, so check the product's stated input and your local rules.

Are 433 MHz remotes legal everywhere?

No single answer covers every country. Permitted frequencies and power levels differ by country, so check your local radio rules before buying 433 MHz remotes or sensors.

Will a 2G GSM alarm work abroad?

Only where a 2G network is still running on a band the device supports. Some countries have switched 2G off, so check with your local mobile operator first.

Do your products carry CE or FCC marks?

Rely only on what each product listing states. If you need a specific certification, ask us about that exact model before you order.

Prices are NavKar Systems website prices on 27 October 2026, inclusive of GST, and may change.