Cat Flaps In Glass Windows and Doors
The Best Cat Flap For You
With a range of different catflaps available it is easy to get a bit confused with finding the right one to suit you and your cats needs. From a basic open out catflap to a catflap with all the mod cons its worth doing your research beforehand on the best cat flap for you.
We have selected a few of our most commonly installed cat flaps below to give you the key features and benefits. Also be sure to do your research too, first and foremost to make sure that your cat will fit through.
Top tip* – You can always cut a hole into a cardboard box to replicate the cat flap dimension to make sure your cat fits through it ok before purchasing your cat flap.
Types of cat flaps
Firstly, there are a number of different types of cat flaps available so it is important to understand the main differences to help determine the best cat flap for you:
- Microchipped Cat flaps – That only let your cat in and have up to 32 profile identities for other animals.
- Standard 4-way locking Cat flaps – To help control keeping your cat in or out.
- Thin profile Cat flaps – Clear subtle catflap that blends in and is ideal for sliding doors.
- Magnetic Cat flaps – Designed to let your cat in and wildlife out wth a simple magnet for your cats collar.
Read on to find out more about each type and the features they have.
1. Micro chipped Cat Flaps
Sureflap Cat Flap – The Popular Choice For A Microchipped Cat flap
The best cat flap for us and our preferred microchipped cat flap is the Sureflap cat flap. Easy to use, you program your cats microchip by letting him/ her walk through the cat flap and it is stored at the touch of a button, along with 32 other pet identities if needed.
The cat flap will then open for your cat as it approaches, ideal for keeping unwanted wildlife out.
Features:
- Selective entry.
- Can store up to 32 pet identities in memory.
- Manual locking.
- Works with all common identification microchips and Sureflap RFID tags (can be purchased separately if your cat is not chipped).
- Can be installed into doors/ walls or glass.
- Installed into glass with the use of the Sureflap mounting adaptor, shown above.
- Requires 4 x AA batteries – 12 month battery life.
- Smallest area of the cat flap your cat would need to go through is 142mm (w) x 120mm (h).
- Minimum width/ height of glass required to suit this cat flap is 28cm.
- Cut out diameter required in glass is 212mm.
CAPTION: Sureflap cat flap for microchipped cats
Sureflap Pet Door Cat Flap – The Next Size Up, Suitable For Big Cats/ Small Dogs
Basically the next size up from the standard microchipped catflap but with a couple of added extras!
This is larger than the Sureflap cat flap designed with big cats/ small dogs in mind, plus you can also set a curfew. As well as all the same existing features as the Sureflap cat flap.
Features:
- Selective entry.
- Can store up to 32 pet identities in memory.
- Curfew Mode – Can be set to lock and unlock at specific times.
- Works with all common identification microchips and Sureflap RFID Collar tags (can be purchased separately if your cat is not chipped).
- Can be installed into doors/ walls or glass.
- Installed into glass with the use of the Sureflap pet door mounting adaptor, shown above.
- Requires 4 x C cell batteries – 12 month battery life.
- Smallest area of the cat flap your cat would need to go through is 178mm (w) x 170mm (h).
- Minimum width/height of glass required to suit this cat flap is 38cm.
- Cut out diameter required in glass is 300mm.
CAPTION: Sureflap Pet Door cat flap
Sureflap Dual Scan Cat Flap
Aimed at households with more than one cat, the key feature is to set exit permissions with its dual scan technology so you’re able to choose who is allowed in and who is allowed out. As well as all the same features as the standard size microchipped cat flap mentioned above.
To see the full range of Sureflap cat flaps on offer including their latest “Most advanced Cat flap Ever” along with all the technical information please click here.
We are a recommended installer of Sureflap products but this is not why we choose them as our preferred microchipped cat flaps. We choose them as they are durable, easy to use, easy to install and generally preferred cat flap by our clients.
CAPTION: Sureflap Dual Scan cat flap
2. Standard 4-Way Locking Cat Flaps
Petsafe Manual Cat Flap – A Standard Manual 4 Way Locking cat flap
Easy to install and economical due to its design.
Since petsafe discontinued their delux 4 way locking cat flap they have bought out a newer version. Slightly more expensive than their last but we have had no complaints!
Features:
- Adjustable 4 way lock; Fully locked, fully unlocked, in only, out only.
- Installed into wood, plastic, brick, metal and glass.
- Energy efficient – durable draught excluder and 2 magnetic latch points increases insulation and energy efficiency.
- Installed with a Pet Safe mounting adapter for glass installation.
- Smallest area of the cat flap your cat would need to go through is146mm (w) x 135mm (h).
- Cut out diameter required in glass is 215mm.
CAPTION: 4-way locking Pet Safe cat flap
3. Thin Profile Cat Flaps
Pet Tek Glass Fitting Cat Flap – Slimline, Sleek & Does Not Break The Bank
Most commonly used in patio sliding doors, this slimline cat flap is suitable for large cats/ small dogs. It is ideal for most sliding doors where you do not want the cat flap to protrude allowing the door to slide past seamlessly.
Unlike most cat flaps where you would only be able to slide to door to the cat flap and not over it, there are some exceptions.
Features:
- Slimline cat flap ideal for sliding doors, projects 11mm from the glass.
- 4 way locking system; in only, out only, to move in both directions or keep the cat flap completely locked.
- Self closing flap, moulded weather seal.
- Professional, subtle, sleek design.
- Fits glass panels up to 28mm.
- Environmentally friendly, may be recycled.
- Smallest area of the cat flap your cat would need to go through is 185mm (w) x 195mm (h).
- Cut out diameter required in glass is 267mm.
- The most wallet friendly option on the market.
CAPTION: Thin profile Pet Tek cat flap
4. Magnetic Cat Flaps
Petsafe Staywell Magnetic Cat Flap – Magnetic Tag On The Collar
If your cat is not microchipped and is used to wearing a collar, then the magnetic cat flap will suit you. It still gives your cat the freedom to come and go as they please, as well as keeping unwanted cats out.
Easy to use, comes with a magnetic collar key. Not as popular as microchipped cat flaps nowadays as most cats are chipped but is a cheaper alternative.
Features:
- For pets up to 7kg.
- Comes with magnetic collar key.
- Suitable for installation in most windows, doors and walls up to 5cm thick.
- 4 way locking system.
CAPTION: Magnetic Pet Safe Stay Well cat flap
Cat Flap Fitting Service – Finding the best cat flap
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