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FORGE H1 Double-Sided Outdoor Gate Smart Lock - IP65, Fingerprint

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FORGE H1 Double-Sided Gate Smart Lock - IP65, TTLock or Forge Smart

At A Glance

At A Glance
FingerprintFingerprint PIN codePIN Code RFID cardRFID Card TTLock app over BluetoothTTLock App Forge Smart app over Wi-Fi (FEDBHDH1A)Forge Smart App
(Wi-Fi Version)
Remote unlock - G5 gateway on the TTLock version, built-in Wi-Fi on the Forge Smart versionRemote
(G5 or Wi-Fi)
Mechanical keyMechanical Key

The FORGE H1 Double-Sided Outdoor Gate Smart Lock is a keyless handle-set lock for gates and outdoor doors, with a fingerprint reader, PIN keypad and card reader on both sides. It comes in two versions at the same price: FEDBHDH1T on the TTLock app and FEDBHDH1A on Forge Smart (Tuya) with Wi-Fi built in. Both handles stay locked until someone uses a credential, so nobody can reach over the gate and let themselves in - why double-sided matters on a gate.

The two panels are aluminium alloy, 330 mm tall and 37 mm wide, over a 304 stainless steel mortice with a latch above a deadbolt. FORGE makes the mortice in eight backsets from 25 to 60 mm - you choose yours at checkout - so it can suit narrow gate frames as well as standard doors 40-100 mm thick. Power comes from a 2,000 mAh rechargeable lithium battery that FORGE rates at up to about 12 months, with a USB-C emergency port and a mechanical key under the outside handle.

Both panels are rated IP65. FORGE recommends some shelter for the lock, a weather cover on exposed gates, and an IP66 or IP68 model where the gate is fully exposed - the H10D and H1S are IP66, the H100 IP68. It is made in China for FORGE, an Australian brand based in Ringwood, Victoria, and carries FORGE's 2-year warranty.

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About FORGE
Owned by FORGE Electrical (Australia) · Manufactured in China. Our independent FORGE brand profile sets out how the range compares with the other brands we stock.

Access Methods

Access Method Available Details
Fingerprint Yes - up to 100 Both handles. Capacitive 508 dpi sensor that reads at any angle. Fingerprints can be permanent, time-limited or recurring, and a Forced Fingerprint sends the administrator an alarm notification. Fingerprint readers explained.
PIN Code Yes - up to 250 Both handles. Codes are set in the app as permanent, one-time, time-limited or recurring - TTLock passcode types.
RFID Card Yes - up to 1,000 Both handles. M1 (MIFARE 1K) cards; two come in the box and extra FORGE MIFARE 1K cards are sold separately.
TTLock App (FEDBHDH1T) Yes - Bluetooth Unlock from the TTLock app within about 5-10 metres. The outside and inside handles appear as two separate locks in the app.
Forge Smart App (FEDBHDH1A) Yes - Wi-Fi The Forge Smart version connects straight to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and is managed in FORGE's Forge Smart app on the Tuya platform.
Remote Unlock Yes - see notes TTLock version: add the FORGE TTLock G5 gateway. Forge Smart version: over its built-in Wi-Fi with no gateway; per FORGE's published comparison, Forge Smart remote unlock answers a request made at the lock rather than opening on demand.
Mechanical Key Yes Keyhole under the outside handle - the backup if the battery goes flat.

App Platform - TTLock or Forge Smart (Tuya)

TTLock logo Tuya logo

The H1 is the same lock in two versions, and the only difference is the app platform and how it reaches the internet. Choose the version when you order - they use different radios and apps. The FORGE manual for the H1 is written for the TTLock version; the Forge Smart version is set up in FORGE's own app.

TTLock
TTLock version - FEDBHDH1T
Set it up in the free TTLock app for iOS and Android iOS App StoreAndroid Google Play with your phone near the lock - FORGE's TTLock pairing guide and the manual walk through it. At the gate it talks to your phone over Bluetooth within about 5-10 metres. Add the FORGE TTLock G5 gateway for on-demand remote unlock, remote codes and records, a scheduled passage mode and, per FORGE's published comparison, Alexa and Google support and property-management integration (Bluetooth vs gateway in Chapter 14). The outside and inside handles are added as two separate locks.
Tuya
Forge Smart (Tuya) version - FEDBHDH1A
Wi-Fi is built into the lock, so it joins your 2.4 GHz network directly with no gateway, and it is managed in FORGE's Forge Smart app on the Tuya platform - see the Forge Smart (Tuya) platform in Chapter 15. FORGE gives each keypad its own passage-mode shortcut. Per FORGE's published comparison, remote unlock on Forge Smart locks is request-based: someone at the lock asks to come in and you approve it in the app - there is no unlocking on demand from off-site, no scheduled passage mode in the app, no Alexa or Google, no API and no hand-held remote. Remote passcodes, entry records and Tuya automations work from anywhere.

Which suits you is set out in our TTLock vs Tuya comparison and which smart lock platform is right for you. As a rule of thumb, short-stay hosts and anyone who wants to open the gate for a visitor from work choose TTLock with a gateway; a household that just wants app control and alerts without buying a gateway can choose Forge Smart.

Key Features

  • Double-sided: fingerprint, PIN and card on both handles, and both handles stay locked until a credential is used - nobody can reach over the gate and open it from inside (the benefits on gates).
  • Fingerprint (up to 100), PIN code (up to 250) and RFID card (up to 1,000 M1 cards) - compare them in Chapter 03.
  • Two app versions at the same price: TTLock over Bluetooth with the optional G5 gateway for remote access (FEDBHDH1T), or Forge Smart (Tuya) with Wi-Fi built in (FEDBHDH1A).
  • 304 stainless steel mortice with a latch on top and a deadbolt below; lift the handle to throw the deadbolt. FORGE makes it in eight backsets from 25 to 60 mm - choose yours at checkout.
  • Aluminium-alloy panels 330 mm tall and 37 mm wide - narrow enough for a 50 x 50 mm RHS gate frame with the 28 mm backset.
  • Rechargeable lithium battery (2,000 mAh, up to about 12 months per FORGE), a 5 V 1 A USB-C emergency port and a mechanical key under the outside handle - what happens when the battery dies.
  • Forced Fingerprint - a duress fingerprint that opens the lock and sends the administrator an alarm notification. It is for emergencies, not daily use.
  • Passcodes, fingerprints and cards can be permanent, time-limited or recurring; passcodes can also be one-time (TTLock version).
  • Passage Mode - scheduled in the TTLock app, or set from each keypad on the Forge Smart version (what passage mode does).
  • Reversible handing - the handles swap direction for left- or right-hand gates, and the latch turns around for gates that open inward or outward.
  • After five wrong attempts in a row the lock ignores all input for 90 seconds, and it goes back to sleep after 20 seconds without use.
  • Built for gates exposed to rain: rated IP65 on both panels; one of our app-enabled smart locks.

What's in the Box

FORGE H1 Double-Sided Gate Smart Lock
  • Exterior (outside) lock handle x1
  • Interior (inside) lock handle x1
  • Mechanical keys x2
  • IC (RFID) cards x2
  • Installation accessories kit x1
  • Mortice x1
  • Latch plate x1
  • Rechargeable lithium battery x1
  • Cut-out template x1
  • User manual x1

Contents as listed on FORGE's product page for the H1. The installation accessories kit holds the spindle, the connection screws and the cover screw and rubber plug, as the parts image shows. Charge the lithium battery fully before you fit it. The TTLock G5 gateway and the TTLock remote (TTLock version only), the FORGE weather cover and extra MIFARE 1K cards are sold separately.

Suitable Uses

  • Front, side and courtyard gates on homes and townhouses - see where gates sit in the door type compatibility matrix.
  • Gates and outdoor doors 40-100 mm thick, with a gate frame wide enough for the mortice backset you choose.
  • Gates you can reach over or through - a credential is needed on both sides, so a visitor can't let themselves in from inside.
  • Short-stay rentals and shared entries - a code per guest that expires on its own, managed remotely on the TTLock version once a G5 gateway is added - see gate locks in our platform guide.
  • Staff and service entrances that need recurring codes, cards and entry records.
Not suitable for
  • Gates fully exposed to driving rain without a cover - FORGE recommends an IP66 or IP68 model there, such as the H10D or H100.
  • Exit paths where people must get out without a credential - both handles are locked (double-sided locks and exit paths). Consider the single-sided H10S.
  • Pool barrier gates - FORGE does not state that this lock meets pool-barrier requirements, which call for a compliant self-closing, self-latching gate (pool gates explained).
  • Gates and doors thinner than 40 mm or thicker than 100 mm, or gate frames too narrow for the backset you need.
  • Fire-rated doors - FORGE does not quote a fire rating for this lock.

Gate Fit, Mortice and Backset

Choose your mortice backset at checkout. FORGE makes the H1's mortice in eight backsets - 25, 28, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 and 60 mm - measured from the edge of the gate to the centre of the handle. The backset you need depends on the width of the gate frame where the lock goes, and FORGE gives the minimum frame width for each in the table below. Measure the face of the frame (for example the 50 mm face of a 50 x 50 mm RHS), not the gate - how to measure backset and what to do about a narrow gate post.

FORGE's H1 installation measurement guide shows the lock with the 28 mm backset on a 50 x 50 mm RHS frame: the 40 mm-wide panel sits on the 50 mm face, the surface-mounted faceplate is 2 mm and the latch plate 1.2 mm thick, the latch and deadbolt both project 12 mm, and any gate stopper can overhang the frame by no more than 6 mm (why the gate stop matters).

Backset (choose at checkout) Mortice case depth Minimum gate frame width
25 mm 40 mm 44 mm
28 mm 43 mm 47 mm
30 mm 46 mm 49 mm
35 mm 51 mm 54 mm
40 mm 57 mm 59 mm
45 mm 60 mm 64 mm
50 mm 66 mm 69 mm
60 mm 77 mm 79 mm

Case depths and the 240 x 22 mm faceplate are from FORGE's swing-door mortice size guide below; the minimum gate frame widths are FORGE's figures for the H1.

Measure before you choose your backset
  • Gate frame width - the outside width of the frame section at the lock position, such as the face of the RHS. Not the overall width of the gate.
  • Gate frame thickness - the outside depth of the section at the lock position, not the steel wall thickness. The H1 suits 40-100 mm.
  • Closed gap at the latch - measure between the gate and the post with the gate shut. FORGE recommends 10 mm or less; the latch projects 12 mm.
  • Faceplate mounting - the mortice faceplate can sit flush in the edge of the gate or be surface-mounted. FORGE allows 2 mm for a surface-mounted faceplate and 1.2 mm for the latch plate on the post; both close the gap the latch has to cross.
  • Wider gap? Surface-mount the mortice faceplate and latch plate, or pack spacers under the latch plate - FORGE's drawing in the Dimensions tab shows both.
  • FORGE's checklist - confirm the lock-stile width, mortice depth, gate-to-post gap and installation clearances before ordering. Send us your measurements or a photo of the gate frame and we will check the backset with you.
FORGE swing door mortice size chart - mortice drawings for 25, 28, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 and 60 mm backsets with case depths of 40 to 77 mm and a 240 x 22 mm faceplate
FORGE's swing-door mortice size guide, as shown on FORGE's H1 page: the mortice for each backset from 25 to 60 mm, with case depths of 40 to 77 mm and a 240 x 22 mm faceplate.

Available Finish Options

  • Black
    Black
    (This Product)
    STK FEDBHDH1T (TTLock) / STK FEDBHDH1A (Forge Smart)

The H1 comes in one finish, black, in both app versions - choose the TTLock or Forge Smart version from the options on this page.

FORGE Outdoor Gate Smart Locks

Image Model Item Code Keypads Weather App Platform Power Door Thickness
FORGE H1 double-sided outdoor gate smart lock FORGE H1 - TTLock version (This Product) FEDBHDH1T Both sides IP65 TTLock (Bluetooth; G5 for remote) 2,000 mAh rechargeable 40-100 mm
FORGE H1 double-sided outdoor gate smart lock FORGE H1 - Forge Smart version (This Product) FEDBHDH1A Both sides IP65 Forge Smart (Tuya), Wi-Fi built in 2,000 mAh rechargeable 40-100 mm
FORGE H1S double-sided outdoor gate smart lock in black FORGE H1S FELKH1SBA / FELKH1SSA Both sides IP66 TTLock (Bluetooth; G5 for remote) 2 x 3 V CR123 35-100 mm
FORGE H10D double-sided outdoor gate smart lock in silver FORGE H10D FEDLH10D / FEDLH10DS Both sides IP66 TTLock (Bluetooth; G5 for remote) Rechargeable lithium 35-100 mm
FORGE H10S single-sided outdoor gate smart lock in silver FORGE H10S FEDLH10S / FEDLH10SS Outside only (free exit) IP66 TTLock (Bluetooth; G5 for remote) Rechargeable lithium 35-100 mm
FORGE H100 IP68 double-sided outdoor gate smart lock FORGE H100 FEDBHDH1UA Both sides IP68 Forge Smart (Tuya), Wi-Fi built in See its page 50-120 mm

This product is in bold. Capacities differ across the range: the H1, H10D and H10S store up to 100 fingerprints, 250 passcodes and 1,000 cards (the H1 figures are from its TTLock-version manual); the H1S stores 200, 150 and 200. The H1, H1S, H10D and H10S each come with a choice of mortice backsets, chosen at checkout.

Accessories and Spares

Image Accessory Item Code Use With This Lock
FORGE TTLock G5 Bluetooth to Wi-Fi gateway FORGE TTLock Bluetooth to Wi-Fi Gateway (G5) TTGTWG5 TTLock version only. Adds remote unlock, remote code management and entry records over your home Wi-Fi (2.4 or 5 GHz router). FORGE offers it as an add-on with the H1.
FORGE TTLock Bluetooth remote control key fob FORGE TTLock Bluetooth Remote Control FEGLTTLKRMTA TTLock version only. A hand-held Bluetooth remote for unlocking at close range - FORGE offers it as an add-on with the H1.
FORGE weather cover for the H1 - matt black galvanised steel rain hood FORGE Weather Cover for H1 FEH1CV Galvanised steel rain hood fitted above each handle with silicone - one per side, so two for both sides of a gate. FORGE makes it for the H1 series and offers it as an add-on with both versions.
FORGE MIFARE 1K RFID cards FORGE MIFARE 1K RFID Card FECARDGSLKA Extra M1 cards - the lock stores up to 1,000.

Other gateways and bridges are in the modules and Wi-Fi gateways category, and more cards and fobs in the RFID credentials range.

Battery and Emergency Power

Power, warnings and backup
The H1 runs on a 2,000 mAh rechargeable lithium battery behind the cover on the inside handle. FORGE rates it at up to about 12 months, depending on use and, on the Forge Smart version, Wi-Fi activity; the manual quotes 3,000 or more unlocks per charge. Charge it fully before fitting. When it runs low the lock says "low battery" as you unlock, with roughly 50 to 100 unlocks left - recharge it then. If the battery goes flat, open the gate with the mechanical key or power the lock through the USB-C port next to the keyhole under the outside handle. Use a USB-A to USB-C cable from a power bank - a USB-C to USB-C cable can make the power bank treat the lock as a fast-charge device and not supply power (manual page 20). More on what really affects battery life and power and battery FAQs.

Weather Rating - IP65 Both Sides

IP65 weather ratingIP65 weather rating
IP65 on both panels - shelter recommended
FORGE rates both the outside and inside panels IP65, which covers general rain, sun and dust. It does not cover driving rain, hail, salt spray, flooding or immersion, and FORGE strongly recommends some weather shelter. On a gate that takes the weather head-on, fit the FORGE weather cover over each handle, or choose an IP66 or IP68 model - FORGE names its IP68 H100 for harsh sites (non-warranty disclaimer). Water damage beyond IP65 is not covered by the warranty. On the coast, read coastal environments and what corrosion grades mean.
IP65 rating explained: protected against water jets

FORGE H1 - Technical Specifications

Brand FORGE (FORGE Electrical, Ringwood VIC)
Item Code FEDBHDH1T (TTLock) / FEDBHDH1A (Forge Smart)
Model H1
Product Type Double-sided outdoor gate and door smart lock - handle set with mortice
Origin Owned by FORGE Electrical (Australia) · Manufactured in China
App Platform TTLock (FEDBHDH1T) or Forge Smart app on the Tuya platform (FEDBHDH1A)
Connectivity TTLock version: Bluetooth 5.0 BLE (about 5-10 m). Forge Smart version: built-in 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
Remote Access TTLock version: optional FORGE TTLock G5 gateway. Forge Smart version: built-in Wi-Fi, no gateway (request-based remote unlock per FORGE's published comparison)
Access Methods Fingerprint, PIN code, RFID card (both sides), app, eKey (TTLock), mechanical key
Fingerprint Capacity 100 (capacitive, 508 dpi, reads at any angle)
Passcode Capacity 250; no limit on app dynamic passcodes
RFID Card Capacity 1,000
RFID Card Type M1 (MIFARE 1K)
Operation Log Last 600 operations (rolling)
Keypad Touch-sensitive
Material Aluminium-alloy panels; 304 stainless steel mortice
Panel Size 330 mm high x 37 mm wide x 27 mm deep (each side)
Lever 128 mm from the panel edge; 58 mm projection
Door Thickness 40-100 mm - measuring door thickness
Mortice Backsets 25, 28, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 and 60 mm - choose at checkout (FORGE options)
Mortice Case Depth 40 mm (25 mm backset) to 77 mm (60 mm backset); 240 x 22 mm faceplate (FORGE swing-door size guide)
Minimum Gate Frame Width 44 mm with a 25 mm backset, 47 mm with 28 mm, 49 mm with 30 mm, 54 mm with 35 mm, 59 mm with 40 mm, 64 mm with 45 mm, 69 mm with 50 mm and 79 mm with 60 mm
Gate-to-Post Gap 10 mm or less recommended; latch and deadbolt project 12 mm
Power 2,000 mAh rechargeable lithium battery
Battery Life Up to about 12 months (FORGE); 3,000 or more unlocks per charge (manual)
Low Battery Warning Voice warning when unlocking, about 50-100 unlocks left
Emergency Power 5 V 1 A USB-C port beside the keyhole under the outside handle (use a USB-A to USB-C cable)
IP Rating IP65 (both panels) - IP ratings explained
Operating Temperature -25 to 80 degrees C
Operating Humidity 15-93 percent RH
Security Lockout 5 wrong attempts in a row = 90 second lockout
Passage Mode Yes - scheduled in TTLock, or keypad shortcuts on the Forge Smart version
Handing Reversible - left or right hand, opening in or out
Factory Reset Reset key on the inside panel, then 000# on the inside keypad, then the same on the outside keypad
Finish Black
Warranty 2 years (FORGE)

Dimensions

FORGE H1 gate lock dimensions - each panel 330 mm high, 37 mm wide and 27 mm deep, lever 128 mm from the panel edge with 58 mm projection, 179 mm above and 151 mm below the lever centre, fixing studs 164 mm above and 100 mm below
FORGE's drawing of the H1: both panels 330 mm high, 37 mm wide and 27 mm deep; the lever reaches 128 mm from the panel edge and projects 58 mm; the lever centre sits 179 mm below the top and 151 mm above the bottom; the fixing studs are 164 mm above and 100 mm below it. Check your gate frame and backset before ordering.

Platform and Data

Platform. The H1 is sold on two platforms: the TTLock version (FEDBHDH1T) talks Bluetooth to your phone and uses the TTLock G5 gateway for remote access; the Forge Smart version (FEDBHDH1A) has Wi-Fi built in and runs on FORGE's Forge Smart app on the Tuya platform, with no gateway.

Where your data goes. TTLock is run by Sciener, a Chinese company; where its out-of-China servers are hosted, and which region Australian accounts use, is not published - in short, a Chinese company's servers, location unpublished. Tuya is a Chinese company headquartered in Hangzhou with regional data centres; by Tuya's own published country table, Australian accounts are provisioned to its Central Europe data centre, and there is no Australian data centre. The region the Forge Smart app uses for Australian accounts is being confirmed. For the platform-by-platform picture see where each smart lock platform hosts its data, and for TTLock's security record Chapter 14 - TTLock security.

Installation

The H1 fits a mortice into the edge of the gate and clamps the two handles together through it, with a data cable running between them. FORGE's template is a guide to adjust to the backset you order, and the installation section of the manual runs through each step with drawings.

Installation Tips
  • Fit the mortice with the latch facing the closing direction - latch on top, deadbolt below. To reverse the latch, lift the flap, push the latch in and turn it 180 degrees (manual page 5).
  • To change handing, undo the screw under the spindle hub with the Allen key, swing the handle 180 degrees, then turn the hub so its orientation mark points the same way as the handle, towards the hinge - on both handles. If the mark is wrong the lock will not lock (manual page 6; FORGE's FAQ and key notes).
  • Cut the spindle so it stands 5 mm proud of the inside face of the gate; a spindle that is too long rubs on the clutch and stops the lock locking (manual page 7; the spindle mistake in Chapter 12).
  • Screw the waterproof cap onto the data-cable joint and tuck the spare cable into the gate frame before tightening the inside handle.
  • Charge the battery fully before fitting it; push the rubber plug into the top screw hole when you are done.
  • Afterwards check that both handles stay locked when pressed, lifting a handle throws the deadbolt, 123456# plus the handle unlocks, and the key turns the spindle (manual page 11; misalignment causes).
  • Not sure about doing it yourself? See when to DIY and when to call an installer - Terry's offers installation across the Gold Coast.

Which way a gate is handed is explained in how to tell which way your door or gate opens.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which version should I choose - TTLock or Forge Smart?
Choose TTLock (FEDBHDH1T) if you want to unlock the gate on demand from anywhere, schedule passage mode, use Alexa or Google, or run it with booking software - you will need the G5 gateway. Choose Forge Smart (FEDBHDH1A) if you want app control over Wi-Fi without buying a gateway and are happy with request-based remote unlock. The lock itself is the same.
Which backset do I need for my gate?
It depends on the width of the gate frame at the lock, and you choose the backset at checkout. FORGE's minimums: 44 mm with a 25 mm backset, 47 mm with 28 mm, 49 mm with 30 mm, 54 mm with 35 mm, 59 mm with 40 mm, 64 mm with 45 mm, 69 mm with 50 mm and 79 mm with 60 mm. On a 50 x 50 mm RHS frame FORGE draws the H1 with the 28 mm backset. Measure the face of the frame, not the whole gate, and keep the closed gap at the latch to 10 mm or less.
Do I need a code to get out as well as in?
Yes - it is a double-sided lock, so both handles stay locked and a fingerprint, code, card or the app is needed on either side. That stops someone reaching over the gate and letting themselves in. Passage Mode can leave it unlocked during set periods.
What happens if the battery goes flat?
You get a voice warning first, with roughly 50 to 100 unlocks left. If it does go flat, use the mechanical key or connect a power bank to the USB-C port beside the keyhole under the outside handle with a USB-A to USB-C cable, then recharge the battery.
Can it go on a fully exposed gate?
FORGE rates the H1 IP65 on both panels and strongly recommends some shelter; on a fully exposed gate fit the weather cover or choose an IP66 or IP68 model such as the H10D or H100.

Additional Information

  • Register an administrator straight away. Until the first administrator is added in the app, the default admin code is 123456 and any fingerprint will open the lock. A factory reset puts it back into that state.
  • Choose the right backset at checkout. The mortice backset has to suit the gate frame - measure it as the Gate Fit section shows before you choose; the wrong one will not fit.
  • Set the hub mark and cut the spindle. A spindle-hub mark pointing the wrong way, or a spindle left too long, is the usual reason a newly fitted gate lock will not lock.
  • Keep the mechanical keys away from the gate - in the house or the car - so they are there if the battery fails (key storage ideas).
  • The two versions are not interchangeable. The TTLock and Forge Smart versions use different apps and radios; choose the one you want when you order.

Warranty

Warranty
Warranty
2-year FORGE warranty from the date of delivery - covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Excludes improper installation or maintenance, misuse, accident, normal wear and tear (including fading or dulling of finishes) and water damage beyond the product's rated IP protection. Proof of purchase required for all claims. Returns & Warranty | FORGE warranty terms

Download PDF Resources

FORGE H1 Product Manual - Installation and User Manual (TTLock version) (PDF)
FORGE's 23-page manual (Version 1.8) for the TTLock version, FEDBHDH1T - overview, the 35 mm reference template, mortice and handing, the spindle cut, battery, TTLock setup with the two handles as two locks, passcodes, fingerprints, cards and eKeys, gateway unlock, factory reset, emergency power, passage mode, specifications and the weather disclaimer.
FORGE H1 35 mm Backset Installation Template (PDF)
FORGE's 1:1 drilling template for the H1 - fixing holes 164 mm above and 100 mm below the handle centre, the cable and spindle holes and the 18 x 190 mm mortice pocket. Adjust it to the backset you order.
FORGE H1 Installation Measurement Guide (PDF)
FORGE's fit drawing of the H1 with the 28 mm backset mortice on a 50 x 50 mm RHS gate frame - panel width, faceplate and latch-plate thickness, 12 mm latch and deadbolt projection and the 6 mm maximum gate-stopper overhang.
FORGE FAQ and Key Notes - Gate Lock Installation (PDF)
FORGE's four-page installation notes, illustrated with the H1 template: why the template is universal, changing the handle direction and the rotor arrow, reversing the latch, and the 5 mm spindle cut when a lock will not lock.
FORGE TTLock App Pairing Guide (PDF)
FORGE's two-page TTLock pairing sheet for the TTLock version - download the app, register, then add the lock with your phone within 2 metres. It is FORGE's general TTLock sequence and names no lock model.
Tuya Smart App Pairing Guide (Wi-Fi locks) (PDF)
A generic two-page pairing sheet for Tuya Wi-Fi locks - pairing mode, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, remote unlock and temporary passwords. Its screens show the Tuya Smart app; FORGE's app for the H1 Forge Smart version is Forge Smart, built on the same Tuya platform.
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FORGE H1 Double-Sided Gate Smart Lock - FAQ, Setup and Owner's Guide

Everything below is here to help you choose, fit, set up and live with the FORGE H1. For general smart lock questions see our Smart Lock FAQ (Chapter 13), and for measuring and fitting the Buyer's Guide.

Choosing a FORGE Gate Lock

How do FORGE's gate locks differ?
The H1 is double-sided, IP65 on both panels, runs on a 2,000 mAh rechargeable battery and comes in TTLock or Forge Smart (Tuya) versions. The H1S is the compact double-sided model, IP66, with a CR123 battery in each handle and a larger fingerprint store (200). The H10D is double-sided and IP66 with glass keypads and a rechargeable battery; the H10S is the same lock with a keypad on the outside only and free exit inside. The H100 is FORGE's IP68 model for the harshest sites, on Forge Smart (Tuya).
Double-sided or single-sided - which do I need?
If anyone can reach over or through the gate to the inside handle, you need double-sided - otherwise a visitor can simply open it from inside. Single-sided suits gates and doors where the inside handle can't be reached from outside and people must be able to walk out without a code. The single-sided problem on gates explains it.
Is the H1 right for a fully exposed gate?
FORGE strongly recommends some shelter for the IP65 H1 and suggests at least an IP66 model for fully exposed sites. Fit the weather cover over each handle, or choose the IP66 H10D or H1S, or the IP68 H100.

TTLock or Forge Smart (Tuya)

What is the difference between FEDBHDH1T and FEDBHDH1A?
Only the app platform and radio. FEDBHDH1T runs on TTLock and talks Bluetooth to your phone, with the optional G5 gateway for remote access. FEDBHDH1A has 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi built in and runs on FORGE's Forge Smart app on the Tuya platform, with no gateway. Same hardware, same price.
Can the Forge Smart version unlock remotely?
Yes, over its built-in Wi-Fi. Per FORGE's published comparison, remote unlock on Forge Smart locks is request-based - someone at the lock asks to come in and you approve it in the app - rather than unlocking on demand from anywhere. Remote passcodes, entry records and Tuya automations work from anywhere.
Which version suits a short-stay rental?
The TTLock version with a G5 gateway: it gives on-demand remote unlock, scheduled passage mode and property-management integration. See short-stay platform choice in Chapter 07.
Which Wi-Fi does the Forge Smart version need?
A 2.4 GHz network - FORGE states 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. If your router combines 2.4 and 5 GHz under one name, you may need to separate them while pairing.

Gate Fit, Backset and Mortice

What gate frame width does each backset need?
FORGE's minimums: 44 mm with a 25 mm backset, 47 mm with 28 mm, 49 mm with 30 mm, 54 mm with 35 mm, 59 mm with 40 mm, 64 mm with 45 mm, 69 mm with 50 mm and 79 mm with 60 mm. Measure the face of the frame where the lock goes, then choose the backset at checkout.
Will it fit a 50 x 50 mm RHS gate?
Yes - FORGE's measurement guide draws the H1 on a 50 x 50 mm RHS frame with the 28 mm backset: the 40 mm-wide panel leaves 5 mm each side. A gate stopper can overhang the frame by no more than 6 mm.
How big can the gap between the gate and post be?
FORGE recommends 10 mm or less - the latch and deadbolt project 12 mm. For a wider gap, surface-mount the mortice faceplate and latch plate, or add spacers under the latch plate.
Why does the template say 35 mm when my backset is different?
The template is a reference drawn at 35 mm; move the lock centreline to the backset you order, and allow for a surface-mounted faceplate. FORGE's FAQ and key notes explain it.

Credentials and Access

How do I get a fingerprint to register reliably?
Press the finger firmly on the sensor several times when prompted, moving it slightly each time so the lock captures different areas. Avoid wet fingers. Older people can have flatter fingerprints - register the same finger more than once. Children's fingerprints change as they grow, so update them every few months or give them a passcode.
What is a Forced Fingerprint?
A duress fingerprint. You register it like any other, but when it is used the administrator receives an alarm notification. It is meant for an emergency where someone is forcing you to open the gate, not for daily use.
What kinds of passcodes can I create?
Four: time-limited, one-time (it must be used within 6 hours of being created), permanent and recurring. Time-limited, permanent and recurring codes must be used once within 24 hours of their start time or the lock suspends them. Codes are generated by the app and can be customised afterwards (manual page 14; Chapter 14 - passcode types). These are the TTLock version's options.
Which RFID cards does it use?
M1 (MIFARE 1K) cards, up to 1,000. Two come in the box, and extra FORGE MIFARE 1K cards are sold separately.
What is an eKey?
An eKey gives another TTLock account the right to unlock - time-limited, one-time, permanent or recurring - with options for remote unlock, an unlock link that works without the app, or near-administrator rights (TTLock eKeys).
Why does the app show two locks?
The outside and inside handles are paired as two separate locks in TTLock - name them so you can tell them apart (FORGE suggests "Front Gate - External" and "Front Gate - Internal").

Remote Access and the G5 Gateway

What does the G5 gateway add?
On the TTLock version, the FORGE TTLock G5 gateway links the lock's Bluetooth to your home Wi-Fi. Per FORGE's published comparison, TTLock with a gateway gives on-demand remote unlock, scheduled passage mode, Alexa and Google support (FORGE does not recommend voice unlock) and property-management integration, plus remote codes, eKeys and records.
Where should the gateway go?
Within reliable Bluetooth range of the gate, on a power point with good Wi-Fi coverage - brick, metal and distance shorten the range, and gates are often at the edge of the house's Wi-Fi. See gateway placement; the G5 is dual-band (the G5 in Chapter 08).
Remote unlock is not working - what should I check?
That Remote Unlock is switched on and authorised for that user, Power Saving Mode is off, and the gateway is online (manual page 18). If it keeps dropping out, see why smart locks drop off Wi-Fi.
What still works if the internet goes down?
Everything at the gate - fingerprint, code, card, Bluetooth app unlock and the key. Only the remote functions pause (gateways and internet outages).

Setup and Pairing

How do I start?
TTLock version: install the free TTLock app iOS App StoreAndroid Google Play, sign up choosing Australia, allow permissions and turn on Bluetooth, touch the keypad until it says "Please add a Bluetooth administrator", then add the lock - FORGE's TTLock pairing guide shows the screens. Forge Smart version: install FORGE's Forge Smart app and add the lock on your 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.
What is the default code, and why does it matter?
Out of the box the default admin code is 123456, and until an administrator is registered any fingerprint will open the lock. Register yourself as administrator as soon as the lock is fitted.

Power and Batteries

How long does a charge last?
FORGE rates the 2,000 mAh battery at up to about 12 months, depending on use and, on the Forge Smart version, Wi-Fi activity; the manual quotes 3,000 or more unlocks per charge. Charge it fully before you first fit it.
How do I know the battery is low?
The lock warns you when you unlock, with roughly 50 to 100 unlocks left - recharge the battery soon.
The battery is flat and I'm outside - how do I get in?
Use the mechanical key, or power the lock through the USB-C port next to the keyhole under the outside handle with a power bank and a USB-A to USB-C cable. A USB-C to USB-C cable may not work: the power bank can mistake the lock for a fast-charge device.

Installation

The lock will not lock after fitting - what is wrong?
Usually one of two things: the spindle-hub orientation mark is pointing the wrong way, or the spindle is too long and rubs on the clutch. The mark must point the same way as the handle on both sides, and the spindle should stand 5 mm proud of the inside face (FORGE FAQ page 4).
How do I change the handle direction?
Undo the screw under the spindle hub with the supplied Allen key, swing the handle 180 degrees and re-tighten, then turn the hub so its mark points the same way as the handle - on both handles.
How do I reverse the latch for a gate that opens the other way?
The latch always sits on top and the deadbolt below. Lift the flap on the mortice, push the latch in below the faceplate and turn it 180 degrees so it faces the closing direction.
Can I install it myself?
A handy person with the right tools can - the manual covers the template, mortice, handles, spindle and battery step by step. On a narrow steel or aluminium gate frame an installer is usually quicker; Terry's offers installation across the Gold Coast.

Security, Lockout and Reset

What happens if someone keeps trying wrong codes?
After five wrong attempts in a row the lock stops responding for 90 seconds.
How do I factory reset the lock?
Pin the reset key on the inside panel until the lock asks for the initialisation password, enter 000# on the inside keypad, then hold reset again and repeat on the outside keypad (manual page 19). A reset returns the lock to its factory state - default code 123456, any fingerprint opens - so register a new administrator straight away.
Where should I keep the mechanical keys?
Away from the gate - in the house, the car or with a trusted neighbour - so they are there if the battery fails. A key safe works too.

Passage Mode and Everyday Use

How does Passage Mode work?
TTLock version: in the app go to Settings, Passage Mode, and set a schedule; unlock the gate once by hand during the period and it stays unlocked until the period ends. Forge Smart version: FORGE gives each keypad its own passage-mode shortcut, so the two sides can be set independently.
Can I see who has opened the gate?
Yes - the app keeps entry records, the TTLock version holding the last 600 operations; with a gateway (TTLock) you can check them from anywhere.

Weather and Outdoor Use

Should I fit the weather cover?
On any gate where the lock takes rain from above, yes. The FORGE weather cover is galvanised steel, fitted above the handle with silicone, and sold singly - a double-sided gate exposed on both sides needs two.
Is it suitable near the coast?
FORGE's disclaimer names salt spray as beyond what the rating covers, and fading, dulling or minor oxidation of the finish over time as normal ageing rather than a defect. Keep it out of direct salt spray and read coastal environments.

Warranty and Claims

What warranty does it have and how do I claim?
FORGE's 2-year warranty from the date of delivery, covering defects in materials and workmanship. Claims go through us - start with our Returns and Warranty page with your proof of purchase. Water damage beyond the IP65 rating and normal wear, including finish fading, are excluded.

Related Products, Guides and Chapters

FORGE gate locks: FORGE H1 (TTLock or Forge Smart) · FORGE H1S · FORGE H10D · FORGE H10S · FORGE H100 (IP68) · All FORGE smart locks

Accessories: FORGE TTLock G5 Gateway · FORGE TTLock Bluetooth Remote · FORGE Weather Cover for H1 · FORGE MIFARE 1K RFID Card

Buyer's Guide chapters: Ch 02 Measuring Your Door · Ch 03 Access Methods · Ch 04 Door Types · Ch 07 Airbnb and Short Stay · Ch 08 Gateways · Ch 10 Brand Profiles - FORGE · Ch 11 Standards and IP Ratings · Ch 12 Installation and Troubleshooting · Ch 13 Smart Lock FAQ · Ch 14 TTLock Platform Guide · Ch 15 App Platforms · Ch 16 Gates in the Mech-Digi Guide

Helpful blog reading: Which Smart Lock Platform - Gates · Why Double-Sided Locks Suit Gates · Gate Post Too Narrow? · Latch vs Bolt - Pool Gates · TTLock vs Tuya · G2, G3, G4 and G5 Gateways Compared · Mechanical Key Override · Passage Mode vs Holdback Mode · Site Survey and Installation

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What's in the Box - FORGE H1 Double-Sided Gate Smart Lock

FORGE H1 parts - cover screw, rubber plug, internal lock panel, battery cover, lithium battery, connection screw, mortice and mortice screw, spindle and external lock panel, with the gate frame's cable hole and connection studs
FORGE's labelled parts drawing.
  • Exterior (outside) lock handle x1
  • Interior (inside) lock handle x1
  • Mechanical keys x2
  • IC (RFID) cards x2
  • Installation accessories kit x1
  • Mortice x1
  • Latch plate x1
  • Rechargeable lithium battery x1
  • Cut-out template x1
  • User manual x1
Contents as listed on FORGE's product page for the H1. The installation accessories kit holds the spindle, the connection screws and the cover screw and rubber plug, as the parts image shows. Charge the lithium battery fully before you fit it. The TTLock G5 gateway and the TTLock remote (TTLock version only), the FORGE weather cover and extra MIFARE 1K cards are sold separately.
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FORGE H1 Double-Sided Gate Smart Lock - Dimensions

FORGE H1 gate lock dimensions - each panel 330 mm high, 37 mm wide and 27 mm deep, lever 128 mm from the panel edge with 58 mm projection, 179 mm above and 151 mm below the lever centre, fixing studs 164 mm above and 100 mm below
FORGE's drawing of the H1: both panels 330 mm high, 37 mm wide and 27 mm deep; the lever reaches 128 mm from the panel edge and projects 58 mm; the lever centre sits 179 mm below the top and 151 mm above the bottom; the fixing studs are 164 mm above and 100 mm below it.
FORGE drawing of the H1 on a gate and post: the latch and deadbolt project 12 mm; for wider gaps surface-mount the mortice faceplate and latch plate or add spacers under the latch plate
FORGE's guide for gate-to-post gaps: the latch and deadbolt project 12 mm. Where the gap is wider, surface-mount the mortice faceplate and latch plate, or add spacers under the latch plate. FORGE recommends a gap of 10 mm or less.
FORGE universal mortice lock body size guide for swing doors - mortice body dimensions by backset
FORGE's universal mortice body size chart for swing doors - a shared FORGE chart, not a drawing of the H1 itself. Use it with the backset you choose at checkout to check the mortice fits your gate frame.
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FORGE H1 Double-Sided Gate Smart Lock - User Manual

FORGE's manual for the H1 (Version 1.8), page by page. The back-cover contact page is left out. Prefer the PDF? Download the manual.

FORGE H1 user manual page 1 - Cover - Double-Sided Weatherproof IP65 Outdoor Smart Lock H1, SKU FEDBHDH1T, Version 1.8
Page 1 - Cover - Double-Sided Weatherproof IP65 Outdoor Smart Lock H1, SKU FEDBHDH1T, Version 1.8
FORGE H1 user manual page 2 - Overview of the inside and outside handles
Page 2 - Overview of the inside and outside handles
FORGE H1 user manual page 3 - Installation overview - every part
Page 3 - Installation overview - every part
FORGE H1 user manual page 4 - Step 1 - preparing the gate or door with the 35 mm reference template
Page 4 - Step 1 - preparing the gate or door with the 35 mm reference template
FORGE H1 user manual page 5 - Step 2 - fitting the mortice, latch on top and deadbolt below
Page 5 - Step 2 - fitting the mortice, latch on top and deadbolt below
FORGE H1 user manual page 6 - Step 3 - changing the handle direction and setting the orientation mark
Page 6 - Step 3 - changing the handle direction and setting the orientation mark
FORGE H1 user manual page 7 - Step 4 - cutting the spindle to 5 mm proud
Page 7 - Step 4 - cutting the spindle to 5 mm proud
FORGE H1 user manual page 8 - Step 5 - fitting the outside handle
Page 8 - Step 5 - fitting the outside handle
FORGE H1 user manual page 9 - Step 6 - fitting the inside handle
Page 9 - Step 6 - fitting the inside handle
FORGE H1 user manual page 10 - Step 7 - charging and fitting the battery
Page 10 - Step 7 - charging and fitting the battery
FORGE H1 user manual page 11 - Step 8 - post-installation checks
Page 11 - Step 8 - post-installation checks
FORGE H1 user manual page 12 - Before you start - default code, the TTLock app and the first administrator
Page 12 - Before you start - default code, the TTLock app and the first administrator
FORGE H1 user manual page 13 - Initial setup - adding the outside and inside handles as two locks
Page 13 - Initial setup - adding the outside and inside handles as two locks
FORGE H1 user manual page 14 - Passcodes - time-limited, one-time, permanent and recurring
Page 14 - Passcodes - time-limited, one-time, permanent and recurring
FORGE H1 user manual page 15 - Fingerprints - registration tips and the Forced Fingerprint alarm
Page 15 - Fingerprints - registration tips and the Forced Fingerprint alarm
FORGE H1 user manual page 16 - RFID cards
Page 16 - RFID cards
FORGE H1 user manual page 17 - eKeys - sharing access with other TTLock users
Page 17 - eKeys - sharing access with other TTLock users
FORGE H1 user manual page 18 - App unlock - Bluetooth and remote unlock through a gateway
Page 18 - App unlock - Bluetooth and remote unlock through a gateway
FORGE H1 user manual page 19 - Factory reset - inside keypad first, then outside
Page 19 - Factory reset - inside keypad first, then outside
FORGE H1 user manual page 20 - Low battery, USB-C emergency power, lockout and Passage Mode
Page 20 - Low battery, USB-C emergency power, lockout and Passage Mode
FORGE H1 user manual page 21 - Specifications
Page 21 - Specifications
FORGE H1 user manual page 22 - Non-warranty disclaimer - weather and outdoor use
Page 22 - Non-warranty disclaimer - weather and outdoor use
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PDF Files - FORGE H1 Double-Sided Gate Smart Lock

FORGE H1 Product Manual - Installation and User Manual (TTLock version) (PDF)
FORGE's 23-page manual (Version 1.8) for the TTLock version, FEDBHDH1T - overview, the 35 mm reference template, mortice and handing, the spindle cut, battery, TTLock setup with the two handles as two locks, passcodes, fingerprints, cards and eKeys, gateway unlock, factory reset, emergency power, passage mode, specifications and the weather disclaimer.
FORGE H1 35 mm Backset Installation Template (PDF)
FORGE's 1:1 drilling template for the H1 - fixing holes 164 mm above and 100 mm below the handle centre, the cable and spindle holes and the 18 x 190 mm mortice pocket. Adjust it to the backset you order.
FORGE H1 Installation Measurement Guide (PDF)
FORGE's fit drawing of the H1 with the 28 mm backset mortice on a 50 x 50 mm RHS gate frame - panel width, faceplate and latch-plate thickness, 12 mm latch and deadbolt projection and the 6 mm maximum gate-stopper overhang.
FORGE FAQ and Key Notes - Gate Lock Installation (PDF)
FORGE's four-page installation notes, illustrated with the H1 template: why the template is universal, changing the handle direction and the rotor arrow, reversing the latch, and the 5 mm spindle cut when a lock will not lock.
FORGE TTLock App Pairing Guide (PDF)
FORGE's two-page TTLock pairing sheet for the TTLock version - download the app, register, then add the lock with your phone within 2 metres. It is FORGE's general TTLock sequence and names no lock model.
Tuya Smart App Pairing Guide (Wi-Fi locks) (PDF)
A generic two-page pairing sheet for Tuya Wi-Fi locks - pairing mode, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, remote unlock and temporary passwords. Its screens show the Tuya Smart app; FORGE's app for the H1 Forge Smart version is Forge Smart, built on the same Tuya platform.
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FORGE H1 Double-Sided Gate Smart Lock - Product Gallery

FORGE H1 double-sided smart lock fitted to a dark slatted garden gate between rendered pillars
The H1 on a slatted garden gate - FORGE's application image (its headline reads "Double-sided locked and keyless unlock"). FORGE image.
FORGE H1 gate lock on a timber gate post with the matt black FORGE weather cover fitted above the keypad
The H1 with FORGE's weather cover (FEH1CV) fitted above the panel - the cover sheds rain off the keypad and fingerprint reader. FORGE image.
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