Door Lock Keyhole Design: Keep Your Building More Secure

If you lose your key, you can only contact the corresponding smart lock manufacturer to solve the problem. Generally, there are two ways to deal with it:

If you have purchased a smart lock with a general-unlock key – meaning one key can open multiple smart locks, the supplier will have a record of the mechanical keys and can provide you with a new key directly.

If you have purchased a smart lock with a unique mechanical key – meaning the key can only unlock the corresponding lock, and it cannot be duplicated or supplemented, then you will have to replace the lock core component.

Currently, there are three levels of lock cores for door locks on the market, which are A-level, B-level, and C-level. Their differences are as follows:

A-level lock cores mainly use single or double-sided keys. The internal structure of the A-level lock core is simple, limited to changes in tumblers, with fewer and shallower pin tumbler slots, and the time to prevent technical opening is within 1 minute.

B-level lock cores use a flat key shape with double-row tumbler slots. Unlike A-level lock cores, the key faces have an extra row of irregular curves, and the time to prevent technical opening is within 5 minutes.

C-level lock cores use keys with a blade structure keyway shape, and the core type is a double-side column lock core. If forcefully break-in with tools, the lock core will be damaged and locked internally, causing the door lock to be unable to open. The time to prevent technical opening exceeds 270 minutes.

From the above distinctions, it can be seen that the security of C-level lock cores is higher.

Retaining the traditional mechanical key in a smart lock is not the same as a traditional door lock. Instead, it uses a higher level of lock core type and technology to improve the security level of the door lock.

The hidden design of C-level lock cores is the design adopted by most quality-assured smart lock suppliers. It not only does not damage the entire lock appearance, but also enhances the security of the door lock. High-security mechanical locks with C-level lock core is ideal for door, they can protect personal privacy space from being easily destroyed!

• Priority choosing the C-level lock core. The safety of the lock core can be divided into three levels: A-level, B-level, and C-level. C-level lock core has the strongest anti-pry ability, and the time required for technical unlocking is also the longest.
• Choose a semiconductor fingerprint reader. The semiconductor material can convert the surface of the fingerprint into corresponding signals, generate images, and is not affected by light and finger humidity. It can achieve more accurate recognition and effectively prevent fingerprint copying.
• Choose a semi-automatic smart door lock with an anti-peephole unlocking design. Semi-automatic smart door locks have handles similar to traditional locks, which are easy to accidentally unlock.

With an anti-peephole unlocking design, you need to press the button and simultaneously press down on the handle to unlock it. Of course, the anti-peephole unlocking design of different brands may vary, so you need to consult the merchant for details.

• Choose a lock with a hidden lock hole design. The patented “no-hole” key design eliminates technical unlocking from the source, you need a special key to open the lock hole, and then can key unlock the door lock. It also effectively prevents foreign objects from blocking the lock core.
• Choose a lock with a square bar anti-pinch design. The square bar is a four-sided rectangular strip used to connect the front and rear handles and the lock body of the door lock. Rotating the square bar can drive the oblique tongue and square tongue to operate and achieve the function of lock and unlock. Adding a protective ring at the square bar can prevent it from being pinched by small instruments when unlocking.

1. Keep keys separate: Keep your keys separate from other objects in your pocket or purse to prevent them from getting bent or broken.

2. Regular maintenance: Regularly maintain your locks by lubricating them with a dry lubricant such as graphite powder. This will help prevent the key from sticking in the lock and reduce the chance of it breaking.

3. Don’t force the lock: If your key won’t turn in the lock, don’t force it. This can cause the key to bend or break. Instead, try lubricating the lock or using a different key.

4. Use a keychain: Use a keychain that is designed to prevent keys from bending or breaking. Some keychains have a spring-loaded mechanism that keeps the keys straight and prevents them from bending.

5. Replace worn keys: If your key is worn or damaged, replace it as soon as possible. Worn keys are more likely to break in the lock.

Getting a broken key out of a lock can be a frustrating experience, but there are a few methods you can try to remove the broken key:

1. Use pliers: If the key is sticking out of the lock, use a pair of needle-nose pliers to grasp the broken end and gently pull it out.

2. Use a magnet: If the key is not sticking out of the lock, try using a strong magnet to attract the broken key and pull it out.

3. Use a broken key extractor: A broken key extractor is a tool designed specifically to remove broken keys from locks. Insert the extractor into the lock and carefully turn it to catch the broken key. Pull the extractor and the broken key out of the lock.

4. Use lubricant: If the key is stuck in the lock, try spraying a small amount of lubricant, such as WD-40, into the lock. This may loosen the key and make it easier to remove.

5. Call a locksmith: If you are unable to remove the broken key using the above methods, it’s best to call a professional locksmith. They have specialized tools and expertise to remove the broken key without damaging the lock.