You’ve just been burglarized and the locks on your home or office have been damaged. You need to get the property secured as soon as possible, but you don’t know anything about cylinder locks.
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It’s a scary situation when your home or office has been broken into and the locks have been damaged. Not only do you have to worry about the security of your property, but you also have to figure out how to fix the problem.
King Locksmith & Doors, Inc. is here to help. We offer 24/7 toll-free support so that you can get the help you need when you need it most. We also have a team of experienced professionals who can help install or repair cylinder locks quickly and efficiently.
What is A Cylinder Lock?
A cylinder lock is a cylinder device that has one or more keys to open it. Cylinder locks are used on doors, sheds, garages, and even padlocks.
Cylinder locks require not only the cylinder to be locked or unlocked, but also requires a separate key (or turning mechanism) for locking and unlocking.
Why Do We Need Cylinder Locks?
There are many different types of cylinder locks available in the market today- from antique wooden cylinder locks like those found in Egyptian tombs to modern-day cylinder door sets that can be opened using magnetic cards or fingerprints, cylinder locks will always play an important role when it comes to securing your property with physical security devices such as entry door knob sets
Today’s cylinder locks are made to be more secure than cylinder locks from the past, and cylinder door sets that you commonly see today come with electronic cylinder cores that offer high levels of protection against forced entry, tampering, and bumping
The cylinder lock also serves as a secondary safeguard when paired with an entry door knob set.
Cylinder locks can be opened using keys or combinations so they provide an extra layer of security when paired with your entry doorknobs.
Benefits of Cylinder Locks
- Cylinder locks are easier to use
- Cylinder locks are more secure than mechanical keys
- Cylinder locks are ideal for homes, offices, cars, etc
- Cylinder locks can be upgraded when needed with cylinder lock replacement services
- Cylinder locks offer high levels of security when combined with entry door knobs
- Cylinder locks help you save money by allowing you to re-key the cylinders to match your existing entry door knob sets without having to replace them completely or install new ones altogether
- Cylinder lock installation is inexpensive and easy if done correctly
- Cylinder door sets increase the overall value of your home or office
- There’s a cylinder lock available for every budget and cylinder lock replacement is available for every cylinder hole that needs to be updated or changed
- Cylinder locks provide a high level of protection against forced entry and tampering
6 Tips For Installing A Cylinder Lock
1. Know the type of cylinder lock you currently have to save time during cylinder lock replacement
2. Always purchase cylinder locks from a reputable company that’s well-known for cylinder lock installation or cylinder door set services
3. Check with your local municipality to see if cylinder doors are allowed in residential areas, and ask about regulations regarding cylinders on bedroom and bathroom doors
4. Install cylinder door sets at least 18 inches off the ground and use one cylinder per knob whenever possible
5. Make sure that your budget will allow you to get all of the cylinders replaced when necessary or at least rekey the cylinder locks to match your existing doorknobs
6. When choosing cylinder lock replacement services, always go with a company that will provide you with cylinder lock installation for free
FAQs About Cylinder Locks
What would cause cylinder locks to be faulty?
Faulty cylinder locks can happen for a number of reasons. If you notice that your cylinder lock isn’t working properly or turning correctly, it could mean that it’s about to fail. If you have cylinder door sets installed in your home and you notice the cylinder becoming difficult to turn or opening on its own, then the cylinder needs replacement
What are some signs that cylinder locks are faulty?
- Faulty cylinder locks will feel sticky when turned
- The cylinder lock may not turn at all if it has come loose
- Your entry door knobs may become difficult to open even after replacing the doorknobs with new ones, which means that the cylinder locks inside the cylinder door sets need replacement
- Cylinder locks may also fail due to water damage, which means that you should have them replaced as soon as possible
What are cylinder lock components?
Each cylinder lock contains a cylinder core and a shell. The cylinder core is the part of the cylinder lock that’s inserted into your entry doorknob.
The cylinder core can be opened using combinations or keys depending on your preferences for security purposes.
You can open a mechanical key cylinder lock by inserting a key into it and turning either right or left until the locking mechanism releases
The shell is what holds all of these parts together. It covers each component individually to protect them from dirt, water, and other elements that could damage cylinder locks over time.
What types of cylinder lock installation are there?
There are three different types of cylinder lock installation.
The first one is a cylinder door set that can be installed into your entry doorknob. You’ll need cylinder locks if you have a cylinder door set.
Cylinder replacement services will only include the cylinder core and not the cylinder shells because each one comes with its own shell for a more secure fit.
The second type of cylinder lock installation is where a new entry doorknob with a cylindrical hole gets installed, and then you get cylinder key locks to match it instead of cylinder door sets with cylinders inside.
The third type is when two new doorknobs get installed with cylinder locks inside of them, and you don’t have cylinder door sets on the entry doors at all.
What is a double cylinder lock?
A double cylinder lock has two cylinders instead of one, which means that there are more parts required for installation.
If you choose to go with this option, make sure that your local cylinder locksmiths provide cylinder replacement services as well as cylinder rekeying options.
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This is because rekeying makes it possible to match up all of the cylinder cores so that you only need one key for each set of doorknobs.
Why should I get cylinder locks instead of doorknob sets?
Cylinder lock services are a much better option to go with than knob and deadbolt sets because they allow you to match what’s happening on the inside of your entry door knobs with cylinder core technology.
The cylinder cores can be opened using combinations or keys depending on your preferences for security purposes.
This way, you’ll get more protection from weather elements such as water and extreme cold/heat that can cause cylinder locks to become faulty.
Cylinder lock services have a number of benefits over knob and deadbolt sets which you’ll be able to enjoy especially if you choose cylinder rekeying as a cylinder locksmith service.
These are just some of the many reasons why choosing cylinder lock services is better than going with other options such as knob and deadbolt sets when it comes down to how well these types of cylinder locks protect you from weather elements.
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Numbers, logos and markings
With a range of BSI standards, technical standards and independent accreditations, navigating the mele of cylinder certification can be tricky. As a general rule, you can look for a cylinder that visibly shows a Kitemark. Ideally 3 Stars but if not 1 Star as a minimum and the cylinder has been tested to and meets BS EN .
It's also useful to look out for marks of independent accreditation to reinforce what manufacturers are claiming. Things like the Sold Secure Diamond Standard are independently awarded by the Master Locksmiths Association (MLA) to those cylinders that pass a stringer number of tests.
As simple as 1, 2, 3. . .
To simplify door lock cylinders specifically used in retrofit applications, the Door Hardware Federation (DHF) and the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) set out a technical standard called TS 007. Its objective was to define replacement cylinders and associated hardware, assess products and give them either a 1, 2 or 3 Star rating depending on their security performance.
Setting out the minimum requirements that the product should adhere to, to achieve the standard. Protecting cylinder locks (with and without associated hardware) against known methods of forced entry, including picking, manipulation, extraction, bumping and snapping.
Displayed as a Kitemark symbol on the product themselves or the packaging, and showing the number of stars the product conforms to. For consumers this type of reference point allows them to make an informed choice about their security. Using this visual indicator and this guidance, it is also easier for manufacturers to educate consumers to check and potentially upgrade cylinders on older doors. Changing an existing cylinder can be a simple way to update security without the expense of a whole new door.
Although the TS 007 standard was specifically designed for retrofit applications, equally the market for new doors can use the standard. To help educate the importance of fitting a certified solution to a new installation, as part of PAS 24 whole door security.
The 3 Star solution
Singularly, door lock cylinders may achieve one or three stars within the TS 007 standard, depending on their security performance. Whilst security hardware such as cylinder guards, security door handles, etc. may achieve a two star rating. To achieve the recommended level of security to defend against an opportunist burglar, a cumulative star rating of three stars is the required minimum. This is measured as overall security performance and so can be a combination of the cylinder and its associated hardware.
For example, to achieve the minimum three-star rating, you can secure a door with either:
- 1 star door lock cylinder with a 2 star security door handle or
- 3 star door lock cylinder
Door lock cylinders use an integral combination of pins and rods to protect the inner workings of the cylinder. Against someone with the right tools bumping, picking or drilling the cylinder, achieving a 1 Star rating. Using this type of cylinder with a security handle with a 2 Star rating protects it. By using the handle's backplate as a barrier, stopping any burglar from getting access to the cylinder, to snap it.
Whereas 3 Star cylinders have in-built anti-snap capabilities and use a combination of a designated snapping point and a protected central cam. Preventing an opportunist burglar from accessing the inner workings of the lock by physically snapping the cylinder.
Some cylinders use a designated sacrificial snap line, which although can be snapped at this set point, is done so, to prevent any further access to the lock. Other 3 Star cylinders are designed differently and so strong they don’t use a snap point at all, protecting the all-important central cam with their core strength.
Key suites and cutting
Most manufacturers offer a wide range of flexible keying options to suit both residential and commercial requirements, including keyed alike, master key or keyed to differ. Depending on the application of the cylinder lock, you may require the same key to operate 1 or more cylinders e.g. a front and back door.
Or in a more complex installation, there may be a single key that opens multiple cylinders. Each of those cylinders can also be operated with its unique key, this is called master keying. Keys can also be uniquely coded to allow consumers to order a replacement or additional keys.
ERA Cylinders . . . Offering choice for a 3 Star solution
As one of the leading security providers in the UK, ERA has a range of different certified solutions that conform to TS 007. ERA has a choice of two maximum security TS 007 3 Star cylinders, that can be fitted to new or existing doors. Choose a 3 Star euro profile cylinder or an Invincible cylinder to provide maximum security for protection against snapping, bumping, picking and drilling.
With a clever patented cam design and external snap line, the ERA 3* euro cylinder protects the home from any unwanted attacks. Even if an intruder happens to snap the cylinder, the external defence zone has a designated snap line, to protect the central cam from unauthorised access.
The ERA Invincible 3* cylinder, isn’t like other locks. We re-wrote the rules with a newly designed shape to strengthen the cylinder where it was needed. The squared design increases its foothold in the door so even under attack remains a powerhouse of strength.
ERA also has a TS 007 1 Star cylinder that can be used in conjunction with a 2 Star security handle to also meet the required cumulative 3 Star rating.
Kitemark symbol on the product themselves or the packaging, and showing the number of stars the product conforms to. For consumers this type of reference point allows them to make an informed choice about their security. Using this visual indicator and this guidance, it is also easier for manufacturers to educate consumers to check and potentially upgrade cylinders on older doors. Changing an existing cylinder can be a simple way to update security without the expense of a whole new door.
Although the TS 007 standard was specifically designed for retrofit applications, equally the market for new doors can use the standard. To help educate the importance of fitting a certified solution to a new installation, as part of PAS 24 whole door security.
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