PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap
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About this product
Cats deserve the freedom to come and go without you jumping up to door duty, but neighbourhood strays wandering in creates stress for everyone. This PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap reads your cat's existing microchip ID to let only your pets through, keeping other animals firmly outside. Suitable for medium cats up to 8kg, it programmes for up to 40 microchipped cats without collars or tags. The 4-way manual lock gives you control over access, and the draught excluder keeps cold air out.
Microchip recognition removes the worry of lost collar keys or magnetic tags that other cats could wear. The 4-way lock switches between in only, out only, fully open or fully locked depending on your routine or weather. It fits into glass, wood and most PVC doors, plus windows if that works better for your layout. The plastic construction with draught excluder helps maintain indoor temperature without gaps that let heat escape.
- Made from Plastic (ABS).
- Suitable for medium sized cat up to 8kgs/17.6lbs.
- Microchip recognition ensures only your pets can use the flap.
- 4-way lock: in/out/opened/locked.
- Manual locking system.
- Max shoulder width 15cm.
- Suitable for: glass, wood and most types of PVC doors.
- Can be fitted into windows.
- H23.9, W22, D12.2cm.
- Manufacturer's 3 year limited hardware guarantee.
- EAN: 729849161450.
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4.4
178 reviews
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Customers Say
Reliable microchip cat flap keeps unwanted cats out, easy to install and program. Some cats wary of loud clicking noise. Battery life varies; occasional recognition issues reported.
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Good quality & durability
We’ve always had Petsafe cat flaps and they last very well. Never any problems, just need a good clean every now & then. Highly recommended
Di35bha, 65 or over
Stay away from this brand
Worked for 4 days, now it doesn't anymore. It does not recognise the cat any more. Battery change was ineffective and that is the only support solution. Garbage, do not buy.
Buy=sad
Great
good product and well packaged
Tristan, 45 - 54
One way locking means other cats figured it out
Installed this a month ago to replace a non-chip activated cat flap. Within a few weeks a neighbour’s cat had figured out how to access the cat flap by pulling it outwards. I now realise that some other models have the locking mechanism in both directions but this one doesn’t so I’m going to have to buy yet another cat flap from somewhere else. I’d like a refund on this one as the one direction lock is a design flaw.
WantMyMoneyBack
Great product
I have actually just bought my third of these - my cat is 16. On average that’s 8 years per flap and makes it worth every penny. Easy to install and set up with the cat, batteries last ages. The best thing is it reads her microchip so we have the security of knowing other cats can’t get in. Would definitely recommend
JosieJos1234, 45 - 54
Easy installation
Easy to replace old cat flap ( same model) - easy to keep clean and operate
Maxine Farmer, 65 or over
A disappointment
Unfortunately doesn't seem to work well for my cat but is letting a neighbour's cat in - not sure how. Sadly a waste of money for me
SueT
Does not close fully
Bought and installed correctly however, does not fully close when cat enters which is unsafe as only one of my cats has access to outdoors.
123add
Cats struggling to get used to it
We fitted this to replace a previous cat flap without the microchip function. A neighbourhood cat has become a regular midnight visitor and so we had to get the cats used to this new one. It was fitted 10 days ago with just a little extra cutting/drilling. One cat is still pretty much refusing to use it to come in (sits outside looking very sad and mewing incessantly). She times it so she runs in when we get home instead then won't go out unless totally desperate. The other two use it but sometimes struggle to get it to open. The cat's head has to be through the hole and wait a couple of seconds before it clicks so they are really confused about why it won't open when they first push the door and often back off because it won't open, then miss the click to get in. I don't understand why the manufacturers couldn't have made it quieter. It's so loud. I'm sure the cats will eventually get used to it. It really has been tough love with them.
Helen, 55 - 64
Works perfectly
Brillliant, has put a stop to all the neighbours cats coming in for a party every night! 😂
Nikbate, 45 - 54
Hello Jeez,
The supplier has advised the following for the PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap:
"No unfortunately not, any selective entry microchip cat flap brand the cat will be able to to this. What the customer needs is what is called a Dual Scan microchip cat flap"
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Hi Max,
The PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap will come with a glass adaptor accessory which will be needed for proper installation of the Microchip Cat Flap.
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Hello Whitey,
I can advise the following for the PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap:
Yes, to ensure the pet is safe as it creates a tunnel for the cat to safely walk on.
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Hello there,
After checking with our supplier, they have advised for the PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap: It depends how quick the cats chip is scanned, if the cat is not in the correct position it will take longer.
It take 8 seconds for the latches to close once open.
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Hello DPB,
The supplier has advised the following for the PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap:
“ The tunnel is 72 mm long and cannot be shortened as it contains the scanning coil to read the microchip. Fitting it through a 60 mm inuslated timber door should be no problem but the customer should examine the shavings of the first drill holes for metal. Some insulation materials use aluminium foil which would then mean the door is metal containing and the oversized cutout of 250 mm must be made as per cutting template and use the install adaptor. ”
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Hello Lau.
PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap:
This requires four alkaline AA batteries (LR6) for operation. Batteries are not included with your cat flap. Please use new, non-rechargeable batteries for best results.
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Hi Steph,
For the PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap, please see the manual here for cut out sizes: https://documents.4rgos.it/v1/static/9181559_...
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Hi Jowd,
PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap
The PetSafe® Microchip Cat Flap is designed to work with most 15-digit microchips (FDX-B) used for pets so you would need a 15 digit pin to be able to use this cat flap.
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Hi There,
PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap
Having checked I can see this would not be able to be used with the same hole as the 280EF as the hole required for this is 260mm compared to the 228 mm needed for the 280EF so you would need to widen it.
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Hi Maureen,
If the PetSafe Microchip Cat Flap malfunctions, it depends on the nature of the malfunction. Here are a few scenarios:
Power Failure: If the batteries die or there’s a power issue, the flap will typically default to an unlocked state, allowing your cat to get in and out freely.
Mechanical Jam: If the flap gets stuck or jammed, it might prevent entry or exit. Regular maintenance, like cleaning the flap and checking for obstructions, can help prevent this.
For peace of mind, it’s a good idea to regularly check the batteries and clean the flap to ensure it functions properly.
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Mine has always worked fine so I don't know, sorry. The only malfunction I can think of is if the batteries run out so the microchip reader doesn't work.
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