Cam Locks - The Lock You Use Each Day2240565
What is a Cam Lock? The quick and simple 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 little mechanical cam lock to $150.00 for an electronic version. Where have you noticed or used 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 couple of sentences. Let me explain this a little further. The Locking Cam on the rear of the lock is the locking mechanism and generally produced of steel that can be straight, offset or have a hook. It can really have any design so that when the important is inserted into the lock and turned the locking cam will lock or unlock what ever it's mounted on.
Beneath is a list of some well-liked cam lock styles:
Single Bitted - this is exactly where the key is cut on one side Double Bitted - this is exactly where the important is reduce on two sides Tubular - this is where the important has a round or tubular design High 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 offer a much higher level of safety
Cam locks are extremely versatile. They can be made out of numerous different types of supplies and come in different configurations and sizes ans security levels. I will list some of the major attributes beneath:
Can be produced of steel, stainless steel, brass, zinc alloy and plastic Come in sizes ranging from three/eight" to over 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 produced (the standard is ¾") Can be keyed alike, keyed various or master keyed Can be produced in electronic versions
As you can see, this lock is most likely 1 of the most versatile ever produced. More than the years, the designs have changed and evolved, the supplies have improved and the safety has increased. One factor has remained the same all cam locks operate a locking cam: this is the definition of a cam lock.
The Cam Lock really is the Lock you use every day.
George Uliano is a security professional with law enforcement and security 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 Business Locking Systems International Inc the distinctive ability to offer "The Right Lock" with The Right Safety" at the "Right Cost".
