dial locks
Spin to open
Dial locks are locks opened by rotating a numbered dial to specific positions in sequence, rather than using a key.
The combination—typically three or four numbers—must be entered in precise order, often alternating clockwise and counterclockwise.
Found on safes, lockers, and padlocks: She spun the dial lock through its combination.
- keylessWithout traditional opener
- combinationJoining of multiple elements
- tumblerFlat-bottomed drinking vessel
- turnRotational movement
- codeSymbolic communication system
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locking mechanism type
dial locksdeadbolts
Locks requiring key turns
electronic locks · biometric locks · smart locks · padlocks · keyless entry
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