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Cylinder Lock Manufacturers and Suppliers

IQS Directory implements a thorough list of cylinder lock manufacturers and suppliers. Utilize our listing to examine and sort top cylinder lock manufacturers with previews of ads and detailed descriptions of each product. Any cylinder lock company can design, engineer, and manufacture cylinder locks to meet your companies specific qualifications. An easy connection to reach cylinder lock companies through our fast request for quote form is provided on our website. The company information includes website links, company profile, locations, phone, product videos and product information. Customer reviews are available and product specific news articles. This source is right for you whether it's for a manufacturer of double cylinder locks, cylinder cabinet locks, and tool box cylinder locks.

  • Brooklyn, NY

    Our specialty is custom hardware fabricated to your specifications. Our lock manufacturing capabilities include 3-slot and key locks, pad locks that are keyed solid brass, long shackle solid brass padlocks, disc padlocks, combination locks & key locks with briefcase hasp. Quality locks since 1925! We care about offering our customers quality products & service. Visit our website or call us today!

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  • Clifton, NJ

    We will work with you to custom design locks that will fit your needs exactly. We are committed to supplying a wide variety of locks including vending machine locks, cam locks, door locks and a broad selection of others. The average tenure of our engineers is over ten years and we want to put that experience to work for you! To learn more about our company and how to get started, email or call us today!

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  • Gainesville, GA

    At Ranger Lock, we’ve been committed to creating more secure locks and lock guards since we opened the doors to our company all the way back in 2002. One of our most popular products, the ATF-Compliant Lock Box, is consistently a best-seller from the Ranger Lock online store due to its rugged construction and durability. When you need a fully ATF-compliant lock guard, you need the Ranger Lock ATF-Compliant Lock Box.

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  • Hackensack, NJ

    Mul-T Lock is known as a worldwide leader in the lock manufacturing industry. We pride ourselves on being leading innovators of lock manufacturing with our state-of-the-art technologies and customized equipment. We are ISO 9001 2000 and ISO 14001 certified.

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Cylinder Lock Industry Information

Cylinder Lock

Cylinder locks are the most common method of securing a door. Their main benefit is the ability to be rekeyed easily because the locking device is separate from the bolt and can be changed out in a matter of minutes by merely unscrewing. They are popular because of their ability to use a master key for several different doors and types of cylinder locks, and there is the option to change the locks without hiring a locksmith.

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Cylinder Lock Applications

Cylinder locks are inexpensive, simple and effective. They are used in many different buildings, including residential, commercial, office and public buildings. They are especially useful in office buildings where some rooms are public access while others need security, which may change often. Compared to mortise locks, they are less expensive and easier to install, but not as sturdy or reliable. Cylinder locks are used when medium security is needed and lock changes are common. They are also a popular choice when a master key is needed to open all the doors, even if they are different types of cylinder locks.

Cylinder Lock Design

There are three main types of cylinder locks: wafer tumblers, disc tumblers and pin tumblers. These refer to the lock mechanism, which is changed without altering the bold hardware. The most common of these is the pin tumbler. It consists of a series of small pins that are different lengths and divided up into pairs. These pins rest on a shaft that keeps them in a certain position. When there is no key inside the plug, half of the pins are partway in the housing, while the other half are part way out. This prevents the cylinder from turning. When a correct key is inserted, the notches in it push the pins up to different levels. This is called a shear line, as it lines the pins up perfectly with the space where the cylinder and the plug come together, thus allowing the cylinder to turn the bolt hardware so that it retreats back into the door. Deadbolts often use cylinder locks; as the key turns the cylinder, the attached cam is turned as well. When the cylinder is turned one way, the cam releases the bolt and a spring snaps into place so the door won't open. Some deadbolts don't have a spring mechanism, which is more secure. Cylinder locks are relatively easy to pick and are not very sturdy. Therefore, they should not be used in areas where high levels of security are necessary.



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