The cylinder , also known as a cylinder, is the key entry mechanism that operates the lock and allows the opening or closing of the latches or bolts that confirm the lock. It is important to keep in mind that the cylinder or cylinder is the part through which the key is inserted, which is why in case of losing the key or changing the set of keys, it is enough to change the cylinder and not the lock. as a whole.
Furthermore, and logically, there are various types of cylinders that adapt to the circumstances and needs of each type of door. That is why one of the factors to take into account when choosing the most appropriate type of cylinder for a door is the type of key that will be necessary to open it (so the cylinder directly influences the type of key. that is needed). Another factor that must be taken into account is the material of the door or the cylinders that provide additional security. The shape of the bowler or their finishes and materials can also vary.
Types of lock cylinders
Cylinder inlet
One of the main differences that makes some cylinders different from others is the number of inlets or the specific opening mechanisms they have. Therefore, we can differentiate cylinders with a single entrance, double entrance or one entrance and a knob.
Single- entry cylinders allow the door to be closed only from the outside, making them ideal for those rooms that do not need to be closed from the inside. On the other hand, there are double entry cylinders , which allow the key to close the door from both sides. Although it is true, the most common thing is that the door opens from the outside of it. Finally, there are also knob and entry cylinders , which allow the door to be opened with a key from the outside and from the inside through a knob or latch.
Measurement of a door cylinder
The bowlers can also be differentiated according to their size and position . In this way, we can find centered cylinders, asymmetrical cylinders and half-cylinder cylinders. Centered cylinders have the cam at the midpoint between the two ends. The most common measurements of this type of cylinders are 20x20mm, 30x30mm, 35x35mm and 40x40mm. On the other hand, asymmetric cylinders are those in which the distances of each of the ends with respect to the cams are different. That is why they are also known as offset cylinders, the most common distances being 30x35mm, 30x40mm, 30x50mm and 40x50mm. Finally, there are also half-cylinder cylinders that are characterized by having a length half the standard length (30x10).
Cylinder profile
The bowlers can also be characterized by having different types of profiles . Thus, we can find pear-shaped bowlers, those with an oval profile or round bowlers. Pear cylinders are the most common in all types of doors. As their name suggests, they have a pear-like shape (circular part and narrow bottom). There are also oval bowlers , although it is true that they are rare. Finally, there are also round bowlers , whose shape is almost cylindrical as a whole and are a little more common than oval bowlers.
Safety cylinders
There is a set of cylinders that are characterized by offering greater security to the doors of the home. This is the case of antibumping cylinders as a type of high security cylinders. They are designed to prevent opening through the bumping method (door opening technique that consists of inserting the key and hitting the edge to damage the interior and open the door). This increase in security is also frequently used in reinforced door cylinders , since the material of the door requires additional security to be guaranteed. If you want to increase the security of your doors, this type of cylinders offer the best guaranteed security.
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