Locks and cylinders for doors

There are countless different types of lock cylinders, each with its own particular characteristics. Let's see what security features a cylinder can have and how to know what type of security you need. We must start from the premise that the greater the security, the better , although it is true that for the entrance to a doorway or a pantry it is not necessary to protect your access with the best cylinder lock. Even so, take into account the following security elements and their functionality to know what you need:

Antibumping cylinders for locks

Antibumping is part of an essential and basic security in a cylinder lock. These cylinders have a protection that prevents the thief from hitting the key once it is inserted into the cylinder and breaking its internal mechanism, thus being able to activate the key. Currently , most cylinders are antibumping .

Anti-lock lock cylinders

The anti-pick system on the cylinders is also considered a basic security element . This is an internal metal protection that prevents the internal mechanism of the cylinder from being manipulated from the outside. The lock pick allows the door to be opened by subtle manipulation of the cylinder and is therefore also a first characteristic of any cylinder that meets a minimum.

Double clutch cylinder

This does not correspond so much to security but rather to peace of mind. The double clutch of a cylinder cylinder allows you to open the door, even if the key is inserted on the other side. When a cylinder does not have a double clutch and you forget the key inside, you will not be able to operate the cylinder and you will have to remove the key first.

Cylinder for anti-drill lock

Typically, any point key cylinder will have an anti-drill plate and a serrated key cylinder will not. The anti-drill protection, as its name indicates, prevents the cylinder from being drilled to destroy its internal mechanism and activate it easily.

To do this, right in the place where the key is inserted there will be a metal reinforcement that will prevent any drill from destroying it , thus increasing the security of the door and your home. It is recommended protection if you are looking for security and peace of mind .

Anti hammer cylinders

The cylinder is hammer-proof, thus protecting itself from any impact by the same plate that is protected from the drill. If the cylinder you have installed in your lock is anti-drill, it will also be anti-hammer.

Anti-break cylinder for locks

An anti-break cylinder is a hard cylinder made of resistant materials to prevent it from breaking due to brute force . This security system works by layers that protect the mechanism and when the cylinder is attacked, these layers break without affecting the operation of the cylinder. It makes access to the home significantly difficult and depending on the layers it has, it will cost more or less to breach it .

Anti-force cylinder

This safety element means that the joint is made of reinforced steel, thus preventing the cylinder from being removed using pliers or tools. It comes prepared to be installed firmly on the door and make your home much safer .

The security of a cylinder lock is key, but if the cylinder measurements do not fit, the cam is not the appropriate size, the cylinder does not have a protective safety shield or does not have the appropriate design, you will not have a useful product. That is why we are going to see what things you should look for when choosing what type of cylinders your locks need.

Bowler shape

The profile of the cylinder or cylinder can have different shapes. The most typical is the European profile bowler hat (Pear) . This is the most typical and the most common on the market. Then we can also find a cylindrical (round) shape , which is not so common and there are different diameters and oval-shaped bowlers.

Cam length

The cam can be short (13.5mm) or long (15mm). Normally the locks have a long cam cylinder except for some specific locks manufactured for metal doors that can have a short cam . If you have a wooden door, your cylinder must have a long cam. However, if you have a metal door, we recommend removing the lock cylinder to see the size of the cam and not make a mistake when ordering.

Cylinder measurement

There is a wide variety of different lengths that will depend on the thickness of the door and the type of lock you need, some measurements or others. What you should keep in mind is never choose a cylinder shorter than the width of the door.

With this clear, you should also consider purchasing a cylinder measuring a little longer on one side if you have a displaced lock. The way to find out the measurement is to measure the thickness of the door. To be precise and not misleading, we recommend removing your cylinder to measure its measurements on both sides.

protective shield

The protective shield is a complementary, decorative and essential security to prevent the cylinder from being manipulated from the outside of the door . All security shields are suitable for all doors, although it is true that there will be shields that are embedded in the door and will require further installation, and shields that will simply be screwed in with through-holes .