Cam Locks - The Lock You Use Each Day5465398
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 selection of sizes, shapes and configurations and costs 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, vehicle glove compartments, vending machines, slot machines, desks, cabinets and lockers, to name a couple of.
That is a lot of information in a few sentences. Let me clarify this a small 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 really 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 one side Double Bitted - this is where the key is reduce on two sides Tubular - this is where the important has a round or tubular style 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 key are electronic which provide a a lot higher level of security
Cam locks are extremely versatile. They can be produced out of many different types of materials and come in various configurations and sizes ans security levels. I will list some of the major features below:
Can be produced of steel, stainless steel, brass, zinc alloy and plastic Come in sizes ranging from 3/8" to more than two" 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 standard is ¾") Can be keyed alike, keyed different or master keyed Can be made in electronic versions
As you can see, this lock is probably one of the most versatile ever produced. Over the years, the styles have changed and evolved, the materials 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 truly is the Lock you use each day.
George Uliano is a security expert with law enforcement and safety encounter. He earned a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice and Business graduating with honors. George holds three patents on different Padlock and Cam Lock styles. This combination provides George and His Company Locking Systems International Inc the distinctive capability to provide "The Right Lock" with The Correct Security" at the "Correct Cost".
