Slide™ Ratchet Lock
The MTI Slide™ Ratchet Lock is a keyless, RFID-secured smart lock built for bypass sliding glass doors on retail display cabinets and cases. It’s one of four lock styles in RTF Global’s MTI Smart Locks lineup, replacing a mechanical key with electronic, trackable access control.
What Is the Slide Ratchet Lock?
- Ratcheting mechanism — secures bypass-style sliding glass doors, the most common configuration on retail display cabinets.
- Fits doors 1/4 in. to 3/4 in. thick — two latch configurations cover slimmer and heavier glass.
- RFID-based unlocking — opens with an MTI VersaKey card or fob, so no physical key is needed.
- No expensive power drops — battery-powered and built for flexible installation on existing fixtures.
Slide Ratchet Lock Features & Specifications
- Construction — metal housing.
- Door fit — 1/4 in. and 3/4 in. latch configurations.
- Power — replaceable CR123 battery, rated for up to 18 months.
- Certifications — FCC and CE.
- Alerts — audible alarms, including a low-battery notification.
- Access tracking — logs access activity through MTI Managed Access™ software.
Best Uses for the Slide Ratchet Lock in Retail
The ratchet mechanism is built for bypass sliding glass doors carrying more weight, which makes it a fit for larger merchandising displays, glass cabinets in electronics or jewelry departments, and fixtures where the door itself is heavier or higher-value.
Because it runs on a replaceable battery, it can be added to existing cabinets without rewiring or a power drop, and access can be reviewed after the fact through MTI Managed Access™ software.
How the Slide Ratchet Lock Fits Into RTF Global’s Smart Lock Lineup
RTF Global offers four MTI smart lock styles, each built for different retail fixtures:
- Twist™ Blade Lock — for retail cabinets, display cases and merchandising displays that require controlled employee access.
- Slide™ Ratchet Lock — this lock, built for bypass sliding glass doors up to 3/4 in. thick.
- Click™ Padlock — for inventory cages, lockers, valet boxes and backroom storage.
- Slide™ Push Lock — a compact option for slimmer sliding glass doors from 1/8 in. to 1/4 in.
Not sure which lock fits your fixtures? See the full lineup and managed access software options on the MTI Smart Locks page, or request a quote and our team can help you choose.
Slide Ratchet Lock FAQs
It secures bypass sliding glass doors on retail display cabinets and cases, replacing a mechanical key with RFID-based access.
Bypass sliding glass doors from about 1/4 in. (6mm) up to 3/4 in. (19mm) thick, depending on the latch configuration.
Yes. It runs on a replaceable CR123 battery rated for up to 18 months, so it doesn’t require wiring or a power drop to install.
Yes. When paired with MTI Managed Access™ cloud-based access control software, lock activity and user permissions can be reviewed and managed remotely across multiple locations.
Yes. It carries FCC and CE certification and includes audible alerts, including a low-battery notification.
Secure Your Displays with the Slide Ratchet Lock
The Slide Ratchet Lock gives retailers keyless, trackable access control for bypass glass doors, without rewiring or replacing the fixture. Explore RTF Global’s MTI Smart Locks lineup or request a quote to find the right lock for your displays.
