Video Tag
Every video tagged “magnetic lock” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
6 videos
This FrightProps tutorial walks through wiring a keypad trigger to a magnetic lock so that entering the correct code releases the lock — a classic escape room mechanic. The setup is presented as beginner-friendly and budget-conscious, requiring only a few off-the-shelf components. A companion wiring diagram is provided on the FrightProps website to guide the build. It's a clean, practical demonstration suitable for haunted attractions and escape rooms alike.
Wicked Makers creators Jaimie and Jay build an elegant wooden dice vault from exotic bocote hardwood, incorporating a hidden magnetic puzzle lock that automatically engages when the box is closed. The box can only be opened by those who know the secret trick, making it a functional and thematic piece for tabletop RPG enthusiasts. A silver dragon pendant decorates the exterior as a nod to Dungeons and Dragons. The build blends fine woodworking with a clever locking mechanism to create a premium handcrafted gaming accessory.
This FrightProps tutorial demonstrates how to use a PicoBoo ONE controller to trigger a magnetic lock, directly answering a frequently asked escape room question. The video walks through a three-component setup — trigger, controller, and lock — using items from FrightProps' Escape Room Magnetic Lock Starter Kit. A proximity sensor is also demoed as a potential trigger source. Together these components open up a wide range of interactive puzzle possibilities for escape rooms and haunted attractions.
This FrightProps tutorial demonstrates how to program a PicoBoo MP3 controller using the free Director software to create a flip-flop output — an effect that toggles on with the first trigger and off with the next. The demonstration uses an RFID trigger and a magnetic lock as the output device, though the underlying logic applies broadly to many haunt effects. The video walks through the software configuration step by step, making it accessible to intermediate builders familiar with basic prop controllers.
This FrightProps tutorial walks through wiring and configuring a laser-and-sensor system that releases a magnetic lock when the beam is broken or aligned with its target. A PicoBoo controller serves as the logic hub, making the setup accessible without complex programming. The combination is well-suited for escape room puzzles or haunted house interactive sequences where a physical action triggers a door or compartment to unlock.
FrightProps demonstrates a weight-sensing escape room puzzle prop that challenges players to place a precise amount of weight on a sensor platform in order to trigger a magnetic lock release. The build is designed as a ready-to-integrate puzzle element for escape room environments. Decorative sculptures by Josh Hardie are featured alongside the mechanism, illustrating how the prop can be themed for atmosphere.
