subject: Sureflap Microchip Cat Flap Review [print this page] Microchip cat flaps work by generating and electromagnetic field around the flap that can read the microchip in your cat, as most owners have already had their cat microchipped, this could be a great option as it means the cat doesn't have to wear a collar and you can be sure that only your cats can get in as it reads the microchips id number. The SureFlap Microchip cat flap recognises the Microchip already implanted in your cat,. With the SureFlap Microchip Cat Flap, there is no need for your cat to wear a collar or tag which can easily get lost or caught on branches, fences.
Microchip
If you have a wild monster of a cat, you might not be able to get him to wear a collar, but there is little he can do to avoid being microchipped by the vet. When the cat passes through, the sensors inside the tunnel scan the microchip and determines whether that can is authorised entry. SureFlap is unique as it is compatible with a wide range of different types of microchip. The owner records their details on a registry so that if the cat is lost and taken to a vet, the microchip can be scanned to read the unique ID number and this is used to return the pet.
Door
Suitable for wooden and UPVC doors, single and double glazed glass, or through a wall. As it doesn't require access to mains electricity it has a compact design which can be fitted in a door, wall or even glass.
Battery
The batteries are cited to last for 6 months and we haven't had the chance to test this claim, but a low battery indicator will remind you to replace them, as you wouldn't want to lock you cat out because you run out of batteries. Apart from its overall quality, the biggest plus for us is battery operation as it is installed in a location without a nearby mains outlet. SureFlap is a revolutionary, battery-powered cat flap which reads your cat's chip and uses it as an electronic key.
The streamlined design of the SureFlap microchip cat flap incorporates the microchip reader into the tunnel of the product, so there is no need for a porch which protrudes on the exterior of the house. Other features include a magnetic latch that keeps the cat flap closed to prevent drafts and a long battery lifetime which gives you a good six months before the batteries in your microchip cat flap need replacing.
