What is a Y11 Key used for?

What is a Y11 Key used for?

The HY-KO Y11 Blank Yale Lock Key is a nickel-plated brass, precision-milled replacement key. The key is designed for use with compatible Yale locks and padlocks.

Are all key blanks the same?

Since the manufacturer used a similar lock and key style, (as an example a master padlock key) we may have key blanks for the original manufacturers blank; which sometimes wiht modification the blank may work in the lock. However, there is no guarantee it will work unless we have the padlock in hand to test the key.

What does a yale Key fit?

What is a Yale GST key blank? Answer: The G key blank is a master milling that will fit in not only the G cylinder but also all cylinders in that sequence. The Yale GST blank fits all G, S and T keyways.

What is a Schlage key?

The Schlage Classic keyway design has become one of the defaults on many products sold and installed throughout the country. The Classic keyways provide security with no restrictions on key duplications. They can also be easily upgraded or mixed with Primus XP to get enhanced protection on key duplications.

What is a bitting code?

The bitting code is the translated blind code which the locksmith actually uses to cut each blank key. The bitting code is used in conjunction with a key’s Depth and Spacing Number to completely determine all relevant information regarding the key’s geometry.

Is it illegal to buy a blank key?

Blanks are typically stocked by locksmiths for duplicating keys. Despite common belief, keys stamped with “Do not duplicate” or “It is unlawful to duplicate this key” are, with few exceptions, perfectly legal to duplicate.

What is the most common key blank?

100 Most Popular Commercial and Residential Keys Duplicated

Is it easy to fit a Yale lock?

A cylinder night latch, of which the Yale lock is the most common sort, is an easily fitted lock that locks itself automatically when the door is closed.

What is key blanking?

A key blank (sometimes spelled keyblank) is a key that has not been cut to a specific bitting. The blank has a specific cross-sectional profile to match the keyway in a corresponding lock cylinder. Blanks are typically stocked by locksmiths for duplicating keys.

How do I identify a key type?

Most lock manufacturers use a distinctive bow design to identify their keys. First try to locate one that matches yours. Also look to see if your keys has a name or any numbers or letters on them. Letter/Number combinations such as SC1, KW1, Y1 etc.

Where can I find the Yale key blanks?

Genuine Taylor brand key blanks. Made by ILCO Actual size line drawings and groove pattern profiles are available in our manufactures directory. To access this directory and view these drawings, follow the instructions on the Check the Profile page FIRST. Once you understand how to check the profile, Click Here to find this key under Yale.

What kind of keys have a letter at the end?

Some key codes have a letter at the end. Example: PK500A, PK500J Various products, including office furniture locks. Various products, including cash registers. Various products. Various products, including office furniture locks. Various products. Various products, including cam locks and L and T shaped handles.

What kind of keys have ah01 at end?

Various products with keys stamped AH01. Various products, including pickup caps. Some key codes have a letter at the end. Example: PK500A, PK500J