GB2334295A - Tumbler lock and key - Google Patents

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GB2334295A
GB2334295A GB9803142A GB9803142A GB2334295A GB 2334295 A GB2334295 A GB 2334295A GB 9803142 A GB9803142 A GB 9803142A GB 9803142 A GB9803142 A GB 9803142A GB 2334295 A GB2334295 A GB 2334295A
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Martin Shaun Mccaffrey
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Camlock Systems Ltd
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Priority to EP99301047A priority patent/EP0936330B1/en
Priority to DE69907534T priority patent/DE69907534T2/en
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    • EFIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05BLOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B27/00Cylinder locks or other locks with tumbler pins or balls that are set by pushing the key in
    • E05B27/02Cylinder locks or other locks with tumbler pins or balls that are set by pushing the key in operated by the edge of the key
    • E05B27/08Cylinder locks or other locks with tumbler pins or balls that are set by pushing the key in operated by the edge of the key arranged axially
    • EFIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E05LOCKS; KEYS; WINDOW OR DOOR FITTINGS; SAFES
    • E05BLOCKS; ACCESSORIES THEREFOR; HANDCUFFS
    • E05B19/00Keys; Accessories therefor
    • E05B19/0017Key profiles
    • E05B19/0041Key profiles characterized by the cross-section of the key blade in a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the key
    • E05B19/0047Key profiles characterized by the cross-section of the key blade in a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the key with substantially circular or star-shape cross-section

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Abstract

A radial pin tumbler lock (6, Fig 3) and key (1) in which both have a non-cylindrical substantially rectangular polygonal eg octagon mating configuration extending parallel to the direction of insertion of the key into the lock. The key (1) has a hollow body with an octagonal internal configuration (2A); The mating configuration of the lock is then an octagonal upstanding post (7).

Description

RADIAL PIN TUMBLER LOCK AND KEY This invention relates to a radial tumbler lock and key (sometimes known as an axial tumbler pin lock and key).
Known radial pin tumbler lock and keys are provided with cylindrical mating configurations. However, such locks can be prone to picking.
According to the present invention, there is provided a radial pin tumbler lock and key, wherein the lock and key each have a non-cylindrical, substantially regular polygonal mating configuration extending parallel to the direction of insertion of the key in the lock.
The polygon maybe that of an octagon.
Preferably, the radial pin tumbler lock is provided with pins to engage mating radially displaced cuts of the key.
In the case of the key, its mating configuration can be provided by a hollow cylindrical body open at one end with the polygonal mating configuration being provided inside the body and extending longitudinally thereof.
The exterior of the cylindrical body can be provided with one or more radially-outwardly extending ribs running longitudinally of the cylindrical body, the ribs being insertable through appropriately-located grooves in the lock.
The key can be provided with a key bow.
The mating configuration of the lock can be provided by a polygonal upstanding post, the post being dimensioned to mate inside the body of the key. The free end of the post can be provided with a chamfer to ease insertion of the key into the lock.
For a better understanding of the invention and to show how it may be carried into effect, reference will now be made by way of example, to the accompanying drawings, in which: Figure 1 is a perspective view of a key for a radial pin tumbler lock, Figure 2 is a side view of the key shown in Figure 1, Figure 3 is a perspective view of the radial pin tumbler lock, and Figure 4 is a plan view of the radial pin tumbler lock.
Figures 1 and 2 show a key 1 having a body portion 2 of cylindrical external configuration and an octagonal internal configuration 2A having an open end 2B for insertion in the lock.
The body 2 is joined to a key bow 3 and is provided with two radially-outwardly extending ribs 4 running longitudinally of the body 2.
Radially of the body 2 are provided a plurality of axial cuts (not shown) arranged around the external surface of the open end of the body 2, the cuts being of different axial lengths and spacings to provide different key combinations with the lock.
The key 1 is designed to be inserted into a mating hole (not shown) in a radial pin lock core 5 of the lock 6, shown in Figures 3 and 4.
The lock 6 is provided with a central up-standing post 7, whose free end is chamfered. The post 7 is provided with an external, possibly regular octagonal configuration to match that of the inside of the key 1. Surrounding the post 7 is an annular space with a substantially circular outer diameter, this space defining the core 5 and being so dimensioned to receive the cylindrical body 2 and rib 4, 4A of the key 1. To accommodate the rib 4, 4A, one or more corresponding grooves 8 are provided in the cylindrical wall 9 defining the outer diameter of the core 5.

Claims (7)

1. The radial pin tumbler lock and key wherein the lock and key each have a non-cylindrical, substantially regular polygonal mating configuration extending parallel to the direction of insertion of the key in the lock.
2. A lock and key according to claim 1, wherein the polygon is that of an octagon.
3. A lock and key according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the radial pin tumbler lock is provided with pins to engage mating radially spaced cuts of the key.
4. A lock and key according to claim 1, 2 or 3, wherein the mating configuration of the key is provided by a hollow cylindrical body open at one end with the polygonal mating configuration being provided inside the body and extending longitudinally thereof.
5. A lock and key according to claim 4, wherein the exterior of the cylindrical body of the key is provided with one or more radially-outwardly extending ribs running longitudinally of the cylindrical body, the ribs being insertable through appropriately-located grooves in the lock.
6. A lock and key according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the mating configuration of the lock is provided by a polygonal upstanding post, the post being dimensioned to mate inside the body of the key.
7. A lock and key according to claim 6, wherein the free end of the post is provided with a chamfer to ease insertion of the key into the lock.
GB9803142A 1998-02-12 1998-02-12 Axial pin tumbler lock and key Revoked GB2334295B (en)

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Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
GB9803142A GB2334295B (en) 1998-02-12 1998-02-12 Axial pin tumbler lock and key
ZA9901095A ZA991095B (en) 1998-02-12 1999-02-11 Radial pin tumbler lock and key.
EP99301047A EP0936330B1 (en) 1998-02-12 1999-02-12 Radial pin tumbler lock and key
DE69907534T DE69907534T2 (en) 1998-02-12 1999-02-12 Lock with radially arranged tumblers and keys

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GB9803142A GB2334295B (en) 1998-02-12 1998-02-12 Axial pin tumbler lock and key

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GB9803142D0 GB9803142D0 (en) 1998-04-08
GB2334295A true GB2334295A (en) 1999-08-18
GB2334295B GB2334295B (en) 2002-08-14

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GB2362185A (en) * 2000-05-11 2001-11-14 Camlock Systems Plc Pick for axial pin tumbler lock
TW528083U (en) * 2002-02-25 2003-04-11 Wu-Chang Liau Anti-unlocking type cylinder lock with various changing mechanism
TWM258140U (en) 2004-05-19 2005-03-01 Bau-Shing Tzeng Improved lock structure
US7574882B2 (en) 2006-11-02 2009-08-18 George Uliano Tubular radial pin tumbler lock
CN107327221B (en) * 2017-08-31 2019-01-11 温州职业技术学院 Using the lock and key of special key
CN108643714B (en) * 2018-07-10 2023-09-22 珠海优特电力科技股份有限公司 Anti-misoperation lock cylinder and unlocking key

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GB1063182A (en) * 1964-04-11 1967-03-30 Alido Bina Improved key operable lock
US4083212A (en) * 1977-05-16 1978-04-11 Sargent & Greenleaf, Inc. Rotary disc tumbler cylinder lock
GB1541325A (en) * 1975-11-22 1979-02-28 Sanpo Lock Co Ltd Locking device
GB2055947A (en) * 1979-07-10 1981-03-11 Gkn Stenman Ab Cylinder lock and key

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GB1541325A (en) * 1975-11-22 1979-02-28 Sanpo Lock Co Ltd Locking device
US4083212A (en) * 1977-05-16 1978-04-11 Sargent & Greenleaf, Inc. Rotary disc tumbler cylinder lock
GB2055947A (en) * 1979-07-10 1981-03-11 Gkn Stenman Ab Cylinder lock and key

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ZA991095B (en) 1999-08-20
EP0936330A1 (en) 1999-08-18
DE69907534D1 (en) 2003-06-12
GB9803142D0 (en) 1998-04-08
DE69907534T2 (en) 2004-03-18
EP0936330B1 (en) 2003-05-07

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