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k

(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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See also: “strike”

Key

(n.) A notched and grooved, usually metal implement that is turned to open or close a lock.

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(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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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.

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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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See also: “key vise”

Key Coding Machine

(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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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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Key Duplicating Machine

(n.) A key machine which is designed to make copies from a pattern key.

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Key Extractor

(n.) A tool designed for use to remove a broken or stuck key from a lock.

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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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Key Machine

(n.) Any machine designed to cut keys.

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See also: “key coding machine”, “key duplicating machine”

Key Manipulation

(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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Key Milling

(n.) The grooves machined into the length of the key blade to allow its entry into the keyway.

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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".

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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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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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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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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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Key Section Identifier

(n.) Any tool, device or software used to identify a particular key section.

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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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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.

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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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Key Vise

(n.) The part of a key machine that holds a key.

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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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Key-In-Knob Cylinder

(n.) A cylinder used in a key-in-knob lockset.

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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.

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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.

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Keyhole

(n.) The opening through which a non cylinder key must pass to enter a lock.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Keying Symbol

(n.) A designation used for a lock or cylinder combination in the standard key coding system; e.g., AA1, XAA1, XlX, etc.

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Keyway

(n.) 1. A slot for a key in the hub or shaft of a wheel.
(n.) 2. The keyhole of a cylinder lock.

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(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.

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Keyway Unit

(n.) The plug of certain binary type disc tumbler key-in-knob locks.

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Keyway Ward

(n.) A ward which prevents entry of an incorrect key into a cylinder or lock.

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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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KIK

(abb.) Key-in-Knob

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KIL

(abb.) Key-in-Lever

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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.

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Knob Washer

(n.) A spacer used to shim the clearance between a slip-on mortise lock knob and the trim.

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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.

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Knuckle

(n.) The part of a hinge that is formed to accept a hinge pin and act as a pivot surface for another knuckle.

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KR

(abb.) 1. Keyed Random
(abb.) 2. Key Retaining

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KWY

(abb.) Keyway

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