(sym.) Symbol for "keys" used
after a numerical designation of the
quantity of the keys requested to be
supplied with the cylinders; e.g., lk,
2k, 3k, etc. it is usually found in hardware/keying
schedules.
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KA
(abb.) Keyed Alike
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KA/2, KA/3, etc.
(sym.) Symbol used to indicate the quantity
of locks or cylinders in keyed alike
groups. These groups are usually formed
from a larger quantity; e.g., 30 cylinders
KA/2.
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KA1, KA2, etc.
(sym.) Symbol which indicates that all
cylinders so designated are or are to
be operated by the same key(s). The numerical
designation indicates the keyed alike
group or set.
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Kalamein Door
(n.) A metal clad door that has a wood
filler.
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KBA
(abb.) Key Bitting Array
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KD
(abb.) Keyed Different
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Keeper
(n.) The movable portion of an electric
strike which captures the bolt.
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(n.) A notched and grooved, usually metal
implement that is turned to open or close
a lock.
Source: Dictionary.com
(n.) A properly combinated device which
is, or most closely resembles, the device
specifically intended by the lock manufacturer
to operate the corresponding lock.
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Key Bitting Array
(n.) A matrix (graphic) display of all
possible bittings for change keys and
master keys as related to the top master
key.
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Key Bitting Punch
(n.) A manually operated device which
stamps or punches the cuts into the key
blade, rather than grinding or milling
them.
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Key Bitting Specifications
(n., pl.) The technical data required
to bit a given (family of) key blank(s)
to the lock manufacturer's dimensions.
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Key Blank
(n.) Any material manufactured to the
proper size and configuration which allows
its entry into the keyway of a specific
locking device. A key blank has not yet
been combinated or cut.
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(LIST) Council
Key Cabinet
(n.) A cabinet with hooks, velcro, or
other means designed to store keys systematically.
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Key Caliper
(n.) An outside caliper specifically
made with an anvil of size and shape
to measure the root depth of bittings.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Key Casting Kit
(n.) A collection of mold, filler and
equipment which permits duplication of
a key through the production of a soft
metal temporary likeness.
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Key Change
(adj.) Referring to a lock in which the
combination can be changed through the
use of a special key or tool without
disassembling the lock.
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Key Change Wheel
(n.) A safe lock component that may have
the orientation of its gate altered via
a special key and process.
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Key Changeable
(adj.) Of or pertaining to a lock or
cylinder which can be recombinated without
disassembly, by the use of a key. The
use of a tool may also be required.
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Key Check
(n.) A small identification tag on which
characters are imprinted, typically attached
to a key by a ring.
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Key Clamp
(n.) 1. A part on some types of clippers
that secures the key.
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(n.) A key machine designed for the production
of code keys. It may or may not also
serve as a duplicating machine.
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Key Control
(n.) 1. Any method or procedure which
limits unauthorized acquisition of a
key and/or controls distribution of authorized
keys.
(n.) 2. A systematic organization of
keys and key records.
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(LIST) Council
Key Cut Profile
(n.) The shape of a key cut, including
the cut angle and the out root shape.
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Key Cut(s)
(n.) The portion of the key blade which
remains after being cut and which aligns
the tumbler(s).
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(LIST) Council
Key Duplicating Machine
(n.) A key machine which is designed
to make copies from a pattern key.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Key Extractor
(n.) A tool designed for use to remove
a broken or stuck key from a lock.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
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Key Gauge
(n.) A usually flat device with a cutaway
portion indexed with a given set of depth
or spacing specifications. It is used
to help determine the combination of
a key.
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Key Holder
(n.) A person to whom a key has been
issued.
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Key In Knob Lockset
(n.) Any lockset with a key operated
cylinder in one or more knobs.
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Key In Lever Lockset
(n.) Any lockset with a key operated
cylinder in one or more lever handles.
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Key Interchange
(n.) An undesirable condition, usually
in a master key system, whereby a key
unintentionally operates a cylinder or
lock.
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Key Lock
(adj.) Pertaining to a device operated
by a mechanical key, as opposed to combination,
electronics, etc.
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Key Locking Dial
(n.) A combination lock dial which can
be disabled by a keyed lock cylinder.
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Key Locking Dial Ring
(n.) A dial ring fitted with a keyed
lock that can disable the dial.
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(LIST) Council
Key Machine
(n.) Any machine designed to cut keys.
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(n.) Manipulation of an incorrect key
in order to operate a lock or cylinder.
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Key Micrometer
(n.) An outside micrometer specifically
made with an anvil of size and shape
to measure the root depth of bittings.
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(LIST) Council
Key Milling
(n.) The grooves machined into the length
of the key blade to allow its entry into
the keyway.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Key Override
(n.) 1. A provision allowing interruption
or circumvention of normal operation
of a combination lock or electrical device.
(adj.) 2. Of or pertaining to such a
provision, as in "key override cylinder".
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
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Key Override Cylinder
(n.) A lock cylinder installed in a device
to provide a key override function.
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(LIST) Council
Key Pull Position
(n.) Any position, of the cylinder plug
at which the key can be removed.
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Key Pull(s)
(n.) A lock specification which indicates
by quantity and orientation the position(s)
in which a key may be withdrawn.
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Key Records
(n. pl.) Records which typically include
some or all of the following: bitting
list, key bitting array, key system schematic,
end user, number of keys/cylinders issued,
names of persons to whom keys were issued,
hardware/keying schedule.
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(LIST) Council
Key Records Department
(n.) The department which is responsible
for generating and issuing all lock and
key combinations and maintaining records
of them.
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(LIST) Council
Key Rest
(n.) A non-movable part of a key machine
vise that is used to position and align
the bottom of the blade.
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Key Retaining
(adj.) 1. Of or pertaining to a lock
which must be locked before its key can
be removed.
(adj.) 2. Of or pertaining to a cylinder
or lock which may prevent removal of
a key without the use of an additional
key and/or tool.
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Key Section
(n.) The exact cross sectional configuration
of a key blade as viewed from the bow
toward the tip.
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(LIST) Council
Key Section Identifier
(n.) Any tool, device or software used
to identify a particular key section.
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(LIST) Council
Key Switch
(n.) A switch operated by a keyed lock
mechanism, which may be an integral part
of the switch assembly.
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(LIST) Council
Key Symbol
(n.) A designation used for a key combination
in the standard key coding system, e.g.,
A, AA, AA1, etc.
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Key System Schematic
(n.) A drawing with blocks utilizing
keying symbols, usually illustrating
the hierarchy of all keys within a master
key system. It indicates the structure
and total expansion of the system.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Key Trap Core/Cylinder
(n.) A special core or cylinder designed
to capture any key to which it is combinated,
once that key is inserted and/or turned
slightly.
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(LIST) Council
Key Vise
(n.) The part of a key machine that holds
a key.
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(LIST) Council
Key Wound
(adj.) Of or pertaining to a time lock,
one that is set and or powered by a removable
element resembling a key.
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(LIST) Council
Key-In-Knob Cylinder
(n.) A cylinder used in a key-in-knob
lockset.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Keyed
(adj.) 1. Combinated. (adj.) 2. Having
provision for operation by key. (adj.)
3. Of or pertaining to a function of
a lock or exit device which requires
a key with a specific combination.
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Keyed Alike
(adj.) Of or pertaining to two or more
looks or cylinders which have or are
to have the same combination. They may
or may not be part of a keying system.
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Keyed Different
(adj.) Of or pertaining to a group of
locks or cylinders, each of which is
or is to be combinated differently from
the others. They may or may not be part
of a keying system.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Keyed Random
(adj.) Of or pertaining to a cylinder
or group of cylinders selected from a
limited inventory of different key changes.
Duplicate bittings may occur.
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Keyed, Keying, Keys
(v. tr.) To lock with or as if with a
key.
Source: Dictionary.com
Keyhole
(n.) The opening through which a non
cylinder key must pass to enter a lock.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
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Keyhole Lock
(n.) A portable lock that may be locked
into a bit key aperture to block access.
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Keyhole Plate
(n.) An escutcheon for a keyhole.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Keying
(n.) Any specification for how a cylinder
or group of cylinders are or are to be
combinated in order to control access.
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Keying Conference
(n.) A meeting of the and user and the
keying system supplier at which the keying
and levels of keying, including future
expansion, are determined and specified.
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Keying Kit
(n.) A compartmented container which
holds an assortment of tumblers, springs
and/or other parts.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Keying Schedule
(n.) A detailed specification of the
keying system listing how all cylinders
are to be keyed and the quantities, markings,
and shipping instructions of all keys
and/or cylinders to be provided.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Keying Symbol
(n.) A designation used for a lock or
cylinder combination in the standard
key coding system; e.g., AA1, XAA1, XlX,
etc.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Keyway
(n.) 1. A slot for a key in the hub or
shaft of a wheel.
(n.) 2. The keyhole of a cylinder lock.
Source: Dictionary.com
(n.) 1. The opening in a lock or cylinder
which is shaped to accept key bit or
blade of a proper configuration.
(n.) 2. The exact cross sectional configuration
of a keyway as viewed from the front.
It is not necessarily the same as the
key section.
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Keyway Post
The projecting pin of a lock or cylinder
which enters the hollow end of a key.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
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Keyway Unit
(n.) The plug of certain binary type
disc tumbler key-in-knob locks.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Keyway Ward
(n.) A ward which prevents entry of an
incorrect key into a cylinder or lock.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
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Kick Plate
(n.) A protective plate mounted on the
bottom of a door to prevent damage to
minimize damage to the door.
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(LIST) Council
KIK
(abb.) Key-in-Knob
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KIL
(abb.) Key-in-Lever
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(LIST) Council
Knob Screw
(n.) A screw used to fasten a slip-on
knob to a mortise lock spindle, or a
set screw which maintains the position
of a knob on a threaded mortise lock
spindle.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Knob Washer
(n.) A spacer used to shim the clearance
between a slip-on mortise lock knob and
the trim.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Knock Out Tag
(n.) The portion of a key bow where a
code number may be stamped and which
is designed to be removed from the bow
prior to normal usage.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
Knuckle
(n.) The part of a hinge that is formed
to accept a hinge pin and act as a pivot
surface for another knuckle.
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
KR
(abb.) 1. Keyed Random
(abb.) 2. Key Retaining
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(LIST) Council
KWY
(abb.) Keyway
Source: Lock Industry Standards and Training
(LIST) Council
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