Choosing a Padlock
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Padlocks come in various sizes and strengths
and are adaptable for many uses. They can be operated
by key or combination locking. They can be keyed to
differ or keyed alike, or used under a master key system.
The following information summarises their many uses
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1/ Strengths
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- High Security
- Medium Security
- Low Security
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| 2/ Size and Types
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- Long Shackle
- Normal Shackle
- Close Shackle (difficult to bolt crop)
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3/ Locking
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Normally key: Are there many users (key
alike option) or a master
key system or possibly a combination lock. Is
copying of the key a concern (registered key) |
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4/ Application
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Internal or External (does lock need
to be weatherproof). Is padlock being used with a
chain, padlocking bar or hasp
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There is a huge range of padlocks from many manufacturers.
Prices range from £1 to over £200
If you'd like more detailed advice please Contact
Us - We'll be more than happy to help. Like to see a
selection of our available padlocks
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