What is a keyway on a lock?

The keyway is the shape of the keyhole of the lock cylinder into which the user inserts the key. The keyway is designed to allow only keys of the correct shape to be inserted such that, when properly made, they will align the pin tumblers properly and operate the cylinder.

How do you identify a keyway?

Look at the large end of the key (also called the bow). If the bow has straight sides and a triangle-shaped top (like a house), you probably have a KW1 keyway. If the key is diamond-shaped (narrower at the top and bottom and wide in the middle), you probably have a SC1 keyway.

What is a Schlage keyway?

For example, a Schlage “C” keyway is an open keyway that is available from many key and lock distributors. However, a Schlage “S123” keyway is available from only Schlage approved locations. While S123 is still an open keyway, it is only available from certain distributors.

What is a Kwikset keyway?

The SC1 Keyway provides an avenue through which consumers can experience the convenience of patented SmartKey® technology, which allows locks to be rekeyed without taking the lock off the door or hiring a locksmith, and without worrying about lost or unreturned keys.

Is Schlage or Kwikset better?

Also in the non-forced entry category, there is no doubt Schlage is better. With a better, more precise manufacturing process and 2 additional security pins than the Kwikset deadbolt, Schlage locks are significantly harder to pick, bump or compromise in non-destructive ways.

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What are the different keyways?

What is difference between key and keyway?

Key, Keyway, and Keyseat

Usually the term keyseat is referred as a groove or pocket on a shaft, and a keyway is a slot in a hub in which the key fits into. The complete system is called a keyed joint (Figure 2). Keys are made of varied types of materials, and also come in different shapes and sizes.

How does a keyway broach work?

Keyway broaches are tools in the shape of a bar that have cutting teeth that are capable of creating precise keyways in the boreholes of washers, gears, pulleys, and many other components mounted on shafts, so they can be locked into the shaft.

What type of key does Schlage use?

Schlage uses CNC milling complex keyway shapes to mechanically prevent some non-OEM keys from entering or operating a lock. Schlage keyway types including Primus/Primus XP, Everest, Obverse, Reverse, Numbered or Paracentric, and Quad.

How do you rekey a lock?

What are broaches used for?

A broaching tool (or just broach) is a cutting tool used to cut a specific shape or remove a specific area from the workpiece, many times on the internal diameter of a workpiece. The broach is commonly used in a lathe or attached to a machine powered by hydraulic pressure.

What is a keyway broach set?

Cut and bore keyways in gears, pulleys, and shafts. Using the G9774 18-Piece HSS Keyway Broach Set is the quickest and easiest way to produce a keyway. A keyway is a slot that is cut on a gear, pulley, or shaft which covers the other half of the key projecting out of the shaft in which it is seated.

What is a keyed shaft?

A keyed shaft works in unison with a rotating machine element to transmit torque to power transmission components. Fully keyed shafting provides a good fit between the key and the keyway.

What is the safest door lock?

Deadbolt door locks are the most secure type of key lock and are usually used on a home's exterior door. Available in single- and double-cylinder styles, deadbolts are rated according to their strength from Grade 1 to Grade 3. A Grade 1 is the highest grade and provides the most security.

Are Baldwin and Kwikset the same company?

Baldwin and Kwikset are part of Hardware and Home Improvement (HHI), a major manufacturer and supplier of residential locksets, residential builders' hardware and faucets with a portfolio of renowned brands, including Kwikset®, Weiser®, Baldwin®, National Hardware®, Stanley®, Pfister™ and EZSET®.

What brand door lock is the best?

How do you broach?

Insert the bushing into the hole you wish to broach. It should drop in easily. Next, rotate the slot to where you wish to cut the key. Liberally lube up the broach with your favorite cutting oil and and insert the broach into the slot in the bushing.

What does broaching mean in English?

1a : to pierce (something, such as a cask) in order to draw the contents also : to open for the first time. b : to open up or break into (a mine, stores, etc.) 2 : to shape or enlarge (a hole) with a broach (see broach entry 1 sense 2c)

How many types of broaches are there?

There are two main types of broaching: linear and rotary. In linear broaching, which is the more common process, the broach is run linearly against a surface of the workpiece to produce the cut. Linear broaches are used in a broaching machine, which is also sometimes shortened to broach.

Why are most broaches pulled rather than pushed?

Pull-type Broaching Tools

You can generally count on pull-type broaches having a longer effective life than push-type broaches. These kinds of broaches will have a great many teeth and will provide a longer cut than other types of broaches.

How accurate is broaching?

Rotary broaching is a very accurate method of producing precision polygon forms in a variety of metal work pieces. Broaches are precision ground to insure accuracy, and the rotary broach holder is designed to help machinists make repeatable accurate forms on nearly all turning machines.

Is it cheaper to rekey or replace locks?

Rekeying your lock is almost always cheaper than replacing a lock. This is because of the cheaper price of the key pins inside the locks, whereas when you replace a lock, you are paying for all brand-new parts.