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White: Cat Mate 80869 is a microchip-activated cat flap for cats and small dogs, with selective entry for pets using compatible microchips or a separately sold Cat Mate ID Disc. Its listed dimensions and fitting requirements matter when choosing a door or wall installation.
At a glance
- Reads compatible microchips for selective entry, or can use a separately sold Cat Mate ID Disc.
- The flap is listed for use with cats and small dogs, with a 145 mm square opening.
- Brush strips and a magnetic closure are intended to help minimise draughts and rain ingress.
- Can be installed in glazing, walls, UPVC, metal or wood doors, subject to fitting requirements.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Selective access can help keep out animals without a recognised microchip or ID Disc.
- The listed cut-out and flap-opening measurements help assess fit before installation.
- Manufacturer claims compatibility with up to 30 cats.
Technical specifications
17 specifications| Brand | Cat Mate |
|---|---|
| Model | 80869 |
| Size | M |
| Colour | White |
| Pet type | Cat, Dog |
| Dog breed size | Extra Small |
| Overall size | 197 mm (7¾”) width by 246 mm (9 ¹¹⁄₁₆”) height |
|---|---|
| Cut-out size | 173 mm (6⅞”) width by 198 mm (7¾”) height |
| Flap opening | 145 mm (5¾") width by 145 mm (5¾") height |
| Self-lining thickness | 85 mm (3”) thick |
| Weight listed | 0.94 Kilograms |
| Installation compatibility | Suitable for single/multiple glazing, walls, UPVC, metal and wood doors |
| Microchip compatibility | Compatible with 15-digit ISO microchips and AVID microchips. Not compatible with 10-digit microchips or those containing letters |
|---|---|
| Pet capacity | allows access for up to 30 cats |
| Alternative identification | Cat Mate ID Discs, sold separately |
| Material listed | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Weather protection | Designed with brush strips and magnetic closure to help minimise draughts and rain ingress |
What to know before buying
- For walls thicker than 2", the listing says both the 308W wall liner and 362W adapter are required, and both are sold separately. Check the door or wall thickness and cut-out dimensions before fitting.
What’s in the box
Included- Microchip cat flap
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Households wanting microchip-selective entry for one or more cats.
- Owners of small dogs whose size suits the stated opening dimensions.
- Buyers fitting a flap into glazing, UPVC, metal or wood who can meet the listed cut-out and thickness requirements.
Less suited to
- Owners whose pets have 10-digit microchips or microchips containing letters, unless using a compatible separately sold ID Disc.
- Installations into walls thicker than 2" where the required separate liner and adapter are not being used.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback reports straightforward fitting and programming, with some customers noting a good fit in standard PVC door panels and effective exclusion of unwanted animals. Experiences with operation are mixed: some cats use the flap readily, while others reportedly struggle to navigate it. Battery life is also reported inconsistently, from around a year to only a few months. These reports may matter for households relying on frequent selective entry, but the listing supplies no battery-life figure.
Positive themes
- Customers report easy installation and setup, including a good fit in standard PVC door panels.
- Feedback describes programming as straightforward and appreciates keeping unwanted animals out.
Mixed feedback
- Reports differ on how easily cats learn to use the flap.
- Customer reports of battery life range from about a year to a few months.
Frequently asked questions
Which microchips does this flap support?
The listing states compatibility with 15-digit ISO and AVID microchips. It says 10-digit microchips and microchips containing letters are not compatible. A Cat Mate ID Disc is an alternative, but is sold separately.
What opening does the flap require?
The listed cut-out size is 173 mm wide by 198 mm high. The flap opening is 145 mm by 145 mm, and the overall unit is 197 mm wide by 246 mm high.
Can it be fitted in a thick wall?
The listing says installations in walls thicker than 2" require both a 308W wall liner and a 362W adapter, sold separately.
How many cats can it recognise?
The manufacturer claim is access for up to 30 cats.
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