Cam Locks - The Lock You Use Each Day3383910
What is a Cam Lock? The quick and easy answer is a small 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. Exactly where have you seen or utilized a them: tool boxes, mail boxes, car glove compartments, vending machines, slot machines, desks, cabinets and lockers, to name a few.
That's a lot of information in a couple of sentences. Let me clarify this a little additional. The Locking Cam on the rear of the lock is the locking mechanism and usually 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 whatever it is mounted on.
Beneath is a list of some well-liked cam lock styles:
Single Bitted - this is where the key is reduce on 1 side Double Bitted - this is where the key is reduce on two sides Tubular - this is exactly where the important has a round or tubular style High Security - these are cam locks manufactured by CobraLock, Abloy or Medeco and have a lock and key design that hold a U.S. patent Electronic - the lock and key are electronic which provide a much higher level of security
Cam locks are very versatile. They can be produced out of numerous different types of supplies and come in various configurations and sizes ans security levels. I will list some of the significant attributes 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 right, either 90 or 180 degrees Numerous diameters can be made (the regular is ¾") Can be keyed alike, keyed different or master keyed Can be produced in electronic versions
As you can see, this lock is probably 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 elevated. 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 expert with law enforcement and safety experience. He earned a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice and Business graduating with honors. George holds three patents on various Padlock and Cam Lock designs. This mixture gives George and His Business Locking Systems International Inc the unique capability to offer "The Right Lock" with The Right Security" at the "Right Price".
