DoorKing DKProx (1508 Series, 26-bit / AWID) Compatible Cards & Fobs
DoorKing DKProx is a 125 kHz proximity credential line using the AWID 26-bit Wiegand protocol, used on DoorKing 1815-series readers and 1830/1835 access controllers in residential gates, apartments, and commercial facilities.
The DoorKing DKProx 1508 series (clamshell, ISO printable, and key-fob form factors) are factory pre-coded 125 kHz AWID-protocol cards sold exclusively through the DoorKing dealer channel — a major pain point for property managers needing to reorder credentials. American Key Cards resolves that gap by supplying AWID-format DKProx-compatible cards directly, pre-encoded to your facility code and ready for enrollment in any DoorKing 1835, 1830, or compatible AWID-based access controller.
DoorKing DKProx (1508 Series, 26-bit / AWID) specifications
- Brand / OEM
- DoorKing Inc. (DKS)
- Technology
- Passive RFID proximity
- Frequency
- 125 kHz
- Chip
- AWID-protocol 125 kHz IC (Applied Wireless Identifications Group format); factory pre-coded; 26-bit Wiegand output; proprietary AWID encoding distinguishes DKProx from HID-format readers; cloneable to T5577
- Bit formats
- 26-bit Wiegand (AWID protocol): facility code 0–255, card number 0–65,535; Wiegand output compatible with most access controllers
- OEM part numbers
- 1508-120, 1508-121, 1508-123, 1508-021, 1508-198 (dual DKProx/UHF)
Our compatible DoorKing DKProx (1508 Series, 26-bit / AWID) credentials
American Key Cards manufactures non-OEM credentials engineered to work with your existing DoorKing (DKS) readers — no hardware changes, encoded to your facility code and card-number range.
Can DoorKing DKProx (1508 Series, 26-bit / AWID) cards be copied?
DoorKing DKProx (1508 Series, 26-bit / AWID) is an open format, so a compatible card can be produced from your facility code and card number. We don't copy individual cards on request — we manufacture new, correctly-encoded credentials for systems you own or manage.
DKProx credentials use the AWID 26-bit proximity protocol at 125 kHz with no cryptographic protection. Cards can be read and cloned with commercially available tools. DoorKing DKProx readers will not read standard HID-format cards — AWID and HID are distinct 26-bit protocols requiring format-matched credentials.
Where DoorKing DKProx (1508 Series, 26-bit / AWID) is used
- Residential and commercial gate access on DoorKing 1835 / 1830 systems
- Apartment and multi-family complex entry control
- Parking garage and vehicle gate access
- Replacement credentials for existing DKProx reader installations
Compatible readers
DoorKing DKProx (1508 Series, 26-bit / AWID) guides
Can DoorKing DKProx Cards Be Cloned? The Honest Answer
DKProx credentials have no encryption and can be cloned. Learn what that means, and how to order legitimate DoorKing-compatible cards without a dealer account.
AWID vs. DoorKing vs. HID: Which Format Does Your Gate Use?
DoorKing gates use AWID-format cards — not HID. Mixing formats means cards that won't read. This guide helps you identify your gate system and order the right compatible credential.
DoorKing DKProx Compatible Cards: Skip the Dealer
DKProx cards use AWID-format 125 kHz proximity, not HID. Learn why standard cards fail, which part numbers to match, and how to order direct from AKC.
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View compatible cardsAWID 26-Bit
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View compatible cardsDoorKing DKProx (1508 Series, 26-bit / AWID) — FAQ
What is the DKProx format and why can't I use HID cards on my DoorKing reader?
DoorKing DKProx readers use the AWID (Applied Wireless Identifications) 26-bit protocol, which is a distinct 125 kHz encoding from the HID H10301 protocol. Both are 26-bit Wiegand, but the RF encoding layer is different — a standard HID ProxCard will not be read by a DKProx reader, and vice versa.
Can I get DoorKing DKProx cards without going through a DoorKing dealer?
Yes — American Key Cards supplies DKProx-compatible clamshell cards and key fobs at aftermarket pricing. Specify your facility code and card number range; we ship factory-encoded cards ready for enrollment in your DoorKing 1835 or 1830 system.
Are DoorKing 1508-120 and 1508-121 the same format?
Yes — both the 1508-120 (clamshell) and 1508-121 (ISO graphics printable) are DKProx 26-bit AWID-format cards operating at 125 kHz. They use the same encoding and are compatible with the same DoorKing 1815-series readers; the only difference is the card body style.