cylinder lock

Rotating key mechanism

A cylinder lock is a lock mechanism where the key fits into a cylindrical core that rotates when the correct key aligns internal pins or tumblers.

This design dominates residential and commercial door locks: The locksmith replaced the old cylinder lock in under five minutes.

The cylinder can often be rekeyed without replacing the entire lock assembly.

Related

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Opposites
lock mechanism type

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Lock fitted into door cavity

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Portable locking device

deadbolt · chain lock · sliding bolt · latch · door chain

security technology generation

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Powered securing device

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G