High Security Locks

Common High security locks include; Ultion (Brisant), APECS, ABS and Yale to name but a few. Currently, a 3* lock is the most secure lock that you can fit to your UPVC or Composite door. These are rigorously tested to ensure they can withstand maximum attack, keeping you, your property and your belongings secure. These locks are easily identifiable and are stamped with several or all of the following: 3* (3* plus, in some cases), TS007, Sold Secure Diamond and British Standard kite markings. Manufacturers spend a lot of money developing designs, building extra security features into their locks. They are so confident that their lock can withstand being snapped resulting in access to the property being gained unlawfully that several offer a security cash guarantee *.

* – For this guarantee to be honoured, your product must be registered by you with the manufacturer and you will be required to comply with their policies in order to make a claim.

* DISCLAIMER - Laceby Locks will not be responsible for lock registration nor liable for any compensation to you as a result of any claim.

High Security lock features;-

Manufacturers put a great deal of effort to design and produce quality locks to keep their customers property secure. Criminals will have to overcome all of the security features of a high security lock before it will open.

Secure lock features can include any of the following:-

Sacrificial snap section: many base locks have anti-snap protection, however high security locks often have a second sacrificial section. In the event of attack, the outer section snaps off limiting the access to the cam. These sacrificial sections make it impossible for a high security lock to be extracted from the outer side. In the event that the external side of the lock is snapped, the centre cam may enter ‘lockdown’ mode, retaining the security of the door. Despite this, the internal side of the lock will still operate as normally allowing you to exit your property as normal.
Lockdown Mode: activates when a snap attack is detected. This is by means of a cam pin. A hardened steel cam pin within the core actuates preventing the cam from being turned from the attacked side.
Anti-pick: Locks have a series of pins that must be set to the correct height. Inserting the key sets the pin positions to the sheer line allowing the core and cam to turn, allowing the door to open. These pins can be in several guises, anti-pick pins are more difficult to pick than standard pins.
Slider pins: Additional pins that need to be picked to the sheer line for the core to rotate.
Anti-bump protection: these locks often contain more pins or rotating disks to reduce the risk of the lock being ‘bumped’.
Anti-drill: the pins are often shrouded by anti-drill bars. Even the most determined attack will be delayed by the presence of the anti-drill bars. The bars are made of a high tensile material.
Hardened cam section: Often made from a high tensile material, such as Molybdenum. This has a higher tolerance to temperature thwarting potential failure following attack by physical and thermal means.
Keys: The keys can be thicker, contain magnets, have a ‘dimple within dimple’ design meaning that replacement keys are only available from the manufacturers or a registered Locksmith. Registering your lock with the manufacturer means that only you will be able to get a replacement key.

Rest assured, manufacturers are continuously improving their designs and features to ensure your safety and security.

Given their enhanced features, high security locks are more costly than their lower or standard counterparts. However, factor in the security level provided, your peace of mind, the deterrent due to the physical presence of a high security lock and you will agree that they represent a value for money upgrade.

Contact Laceby Locks for advice and a free, no obligation quotation.