Cam Locks - The Lock You Use Each Day1740341
What is a Cam Lock? The fast and easy answer is a little lock that has a "Locking Cam" attached to the back. They come in a variety of sizes, shapes and configurations and prices from about $.80 for a small mechanical cam lock to $150.00 for an electronic version. Where have you noticed or utilized a them: tool boxes, mail boxes, vehicle glove compartments, vending machines, slot machines, desks, cabinets and lockers, to name a couple of.
That's a lot of info in a few sentences. Let me clarify this a little additional. The Locking Cam on the rear of the lock is the locking mechanism and generally made of steel that can be straight, offset or have a hook. It can truly have any design so that when the key is inserted into the lock and turned the locking cam will lock or unlock what ever it's mounted on.
Below is a list of some popular cam lock designs:
Single Bitted - this is exactly where the key is reduce on 1 side Double Bitted - this is where the important is cut on two sides Tubular - this is where the important has a round or tubular design Higher Security - these are cam locks manufactured by CobraLock, Abloy or Medeco and have a lock and important design that hold a U.S. patent Electronic - the lock and important are electronic which provide a much higher level of security
Cam locks are extremely versatile. They can be made out of many different types of materials and come in various configurations and sizes ans safety levels. I will list some of the major features below:
Can be made of steel, stainless steel, brass, zinc alloy and plastic Come in sizes ranging from three/eight" to more than 2" in length Can be constructed so the lock core is removable Can turn either left or correct, either 90 or 180 degrees Multiple diameters can be made (the standard is ¾") Can be keyed alike, keyed various or master keyed Can be made in electronic versions
As you can see, this lock is probably one of the most versatile ever produced. More than the years, the designs have changed and evolved, the supplies have improved and the security has increased. One factor has remained the exact same all cam locks operate a locking cam: this is the definition of a cam lock.
The Cam Lock truly is the Lock you use every day.
George Uliano is a safety professional with law enforcement and safety encounter. He earned a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice and Business graduating with honors. George holds 3 patents on different Padlock and Cam Lock designs. This combination provides George and His Company Locking Systems International Inc the unique ability to provide "The Right Lock" with The Right Security" at the "Correct Cost".
