Translation guide
An electric lock is a locking device that operates using electricity, commonly found on doors, gates, or safes. In Japanese, the most common term is 電気錠, but other expressions exist depending on context.
electric lock (general)
A lock that is electrically operated, typically on doors or gates.
The standard term for an electric lock, used in both residential and commercial contexts.
This door has an electric lock.
Literally 'electric-powered lock', often used for motorized locks.
Operate the electric lock with a remote control.
Often refers to electronic locks with keypads or card readers, but can overlap with electric locks.
The electronic lock opens with a card key.
A specific type of electric lock where the strike plate is electrically controlled, common in apartment intercom systems.
A lock that uses an electromagnet to hold a door closed, often seen in security doors.
電気錠 (electric lock) generally refers to any lock operated by electricity, including simple solenoid locks. 電子錠 (electronic lock) implies more advanced electronics like keypads, biometrics, or smart features. In everyday speech, they are sometimes used interchangeably, but 電子錠 is more specific to digital control.
This apartment has an electric lock, but we plan to replace it with an electronic lock.
Please tell me how to install the magnetic lock.