Complete Guide to Master Keys



Complete Guide to Master Keys

All you need to know about master keys

A master key is a key which opens a group of locks designed to match it. As its name suggests its advantages are many, It is designed to operate multiple locks in a given lock code series. By adding additional features it can also be used to remove the lock plug. The risk is, a master key takes some of the security away from the lock, so be very sure before thinking of master keying.

The way master key works:

Master keying is same as the concept of keying any lock. A lock is a combination of a two sets of pins and a spring in each chamber or each cut. Among the two the top one is usually always the same size as the others in any given lock; the bottom pin is determined by the cut of the key you want to enable to operate the lock.

Master keying is enabling a second key including the first one. Master keying is a tricky process here it requires to pin the locks for the first key and then to the second one.

Master keying is not a job of layman and it always requires a skilled locksmith professional to accomplish it without much headache and mess. Installing a master key system is always advantageous, it not only helps in setting up a most controlled and ordered logical keying system but provides a smooth handling against an individual key for individual doors of every single type and make.

While planning a master key system with your locksmith professional never forget to take in to account the larger structure of your business and a level of security control.

The system is very useful and is not restricted to the larger business only; it is also available for the large size of houses which requires added security with no botheration of great amount of keys.

GreaterĀ Locksmith has service locations in Hamilton, London, Mississauga, Ottawa, Toronto, Vaughan, Brampton, Burlington, Markham, Oakville, Oshawa, Richmond Hill, Scarborough, Whitby and Calgary.

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