Cam Locks - The Lock You Use Each Day7942791
What is a Cam Lock? The fast 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. 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 few.
That is a lot of information in a few sentences. Let me clarify this a small 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 whatever it is mounted on.
Below is a list of some well-liked cam lock designs:
Single Bitted - this is where the important is cut on 1 side Double Bitted - this is exactly where the important is cut on two sides Tubular - this is exactly where the important has a round or tubular style High Safety - 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 important are electronic which offer a a lot higher level of security
Cam locks are extremely versatile. They can be produced out of numerous different types of materials and come in different configurations and sizes ans safety levels. I will list some of the major attributes below:
Can be made of steel, stainless steel, brass, zinc alloy and plastic Come in sizes ranging from 3/8" to over 2" in length Can be constructed so the lock core is removable Can turn either left or right, either 90 or 180 degrees Multiple diameters can be made (the regular is ¾") Can be keyed alike, keyed various or master keyed Can be produced in electronic versions
As you can see, this lock is probably 1 of the most versatile ever produced. Over the years, the styles have changed and evolved, the materials have enhanced and the security has elevated. 1 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 safety experience. He earned a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice and Company graduating with honors. George holds 3 patents on different Padlock and Cam Lock designs. This mixture provides George and His Business Locking Systems International Inc the distinctive ability to provide "The Correct Lock" with The Correct Security" at the "Right Price".
