Door Locks Types And Security Level
There are many locks available on the market. It is important to understand the differences between them before you choose the right one for your facility. Learn more about the seven most common door locks and how to use them.
What Are The Different Types Of Door Locks?
1. Knob Locks
Knob locks, the most popular type of door lock, are the best and most secure. The knob is where the lock cylinder is located, not the door. External doors should be avoided using knob locks, as they are easily broken into by basic tools such as a wrench or hammer.
2. Cam Locks
Cam locks are a fastener that has an attached arm or cam. It rotates to lock. They are cylindrical in shape and feature a metal tube that has a hole on one side to help position the bolt once it is inserted.
They are commonly used to protect unauthorized access in vending machines and file cabinets. They are almost invisible in fully-constructed cabinets. Cam locks are a great way to protect sensitive materials.
3. Deadbolt Locks
Deadbolts provide even greater protection against burglary and break-ins. These lock bolts can be turned with a key or knob without the use of springs and move by turning a knob or key. They are more resistant to physical assaults, battering, and boredom because of their unique locking mechanism.
There are three types of deadbolt locks: one, two, and vertical. Single-cylinder deadbolts can be activated by a key from only one side. Double-cylinder deadbolts are possible to activate with a key from both ends. Vertical deadbolts work in the same way as single and double deadbolts but move up and down rather than horizontally. This orientation makes it more difficult to force entry using a tool like a crowbar.
4. Padlocks
Padlocks can be used as freestanding devices. They are portable, unlike other lock types, and can be attached to doors or containers. There are many models available. They can be divided into two categories: combination and keyed. There are many subtypes of keyed padlocks available, such as keyed alike and keyed differently.
Because of their mobile nature and the looped-handle shackle design, padlocks are easy for people to identify. To prevent bolt cutters from cutting through them, they may have raised shoulders.
5. Mortise Locks
These locksets can be used to house knobs and levers, providing greater security than traditional cylindrical locks. These locks are threaded and have mortise parts built into them. The locking mechanism is created by the box lock being set in a deep recess or mortise at the door’s edge. It is secured with a set screw (or cam) and secured with a cam. You can choose from a variety of cylinder components to fit different doors.
6. Keypad Locks
Keypad door locks are openable with an attached numerical keypad, rather than a key. These locks can be either battery-powered or mechanical. They generally use mortise locks, knob locks, or deadbolt locks as the locking mechanism. These locks allow for greater versatility and can be opened without the use of a key. However, many door locks also have keyholes that allow for alternative unlocking mechanisms. Many keypad locks can be programmed with multiple codes so that building managers can restrict access.
7. Smart Locks
Smart locks, which are electronic door locks that can be used to unlock and lock doors in multiple ways, include keypads and keyholes. Many smart locks have a keypad and a keyhole. However, the main advantage of smart locks is their ability to lock and unlock doors with a smartphone or key fob. Many smart locks can also be connected to home automation services via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. These locks need the power to operate the connected functions and require regular battery replacements.