21 Sep 2017, 17:33
The same problem applies with any lock - you should always have a backup release plan, be that a knife to cut ropes, a spare key for a traditional lock, bolt cutters...
As Like Ra said, you can make it more reliable by daisy-chaining two locks (if used in a non load bearing situation). Alternatively you could have one on each wrist cuff, and if either open, you can get out, if one fails you're still able to release the other hand to then release the "stuck" hand, etc.
I don't think the time lock introduces any more risk of failure than any other escape mechanism, but you always need a backup! And I'd always advise testing scenarios for short periods before committing yourself to a longer duration. Standard safety rules apply.
As Like Ra said, you can make it more reliable by daisy-chaining two locks (if used in a non load bearing situation). Alternatively you could have one on each wrist cuff, and if either open, you can get out, if one fails you're still able to release the other hand to then release the "stuck" hand, etc.
I don't think the time lock introduces any more risk of failure than any other escape mechanism, but you always need a backup! And I'd always advise testing scenarios for short periods before committing yourself to a longer duration. Standard safety rules apply.