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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.
KA
abb. keyed alike
KA1,
KA2, etc.
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.
KA/2,
KA/3, etc.
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.
Kalamein
door
n. a metal clad door
that has a wood filler
KBA
abb. key bitting
array
KD
abb. keyed
different
keeper
n. the movable
portion of an electric strike which captures the bolt,
see also "strike"
key
n. a properly
combinated device which is, or most closely resembles,
the device specifically intended by the lock manufacturer
to operate the corresponding lock
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
key
bitting punch
n. a manually
operated device which stamps or punches the cuts into the
key blade, rather than grinding or milling them
key
bitting specifications
n. pl. the
technical data required to bit a given (family of) key
blank(s) to the lock manufacturer's dimensions
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.
key cabinet
n. a cabinet with
hooks, velcro, or other means designed to store keys
systematically
key
caliper
n. an outside
caliper specifically made with an anvil of size and
shape to measure the root depth of bittings
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
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
key change wheel
n. a safe lock component that may have the orientation of
its gate altered via a special key and process
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.
key check
n. a small identification tag on which characters are imprinted,
typically attached to a key by a ring
key
clamp
n. 1. a part on
some types of clippers that secures the key, 2. see
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.
key
control
n. 1. any method or
procedure which limits unauthorized acquisition of a key
and/or controls distribution of authorized keys 2. a
systematic organization of keys and key records
key
cut(s)
n. the portion of
the key blade which remains after being cut and which
aligns the tumbler(s)
key cut
profile
n. the shape of a
key cut, including the cut angle and the out root shape
key
duplicating machine
n. a key machine
which is designed to make copies from a pattern key
key extractor
n. a tool designed
for use to remove a broken or stuck key from a lock
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.
key holder
n. a person to
whom a key has been issued
key-in-knob
cylinder
n. a cylinder used
in a key-in-knob lockset
key-in-knob
lockset
n. any lockset with
a key operated cylinder in one or more knobs
key-in-lever
lockset
n. any lockset with
a key operated cylinder in one or more lever handles
key
interchange
n. an undesirable
condition, usually in a master key system, whereby a key
unintentionally operates a cylinder or lock
key
lock
adj. pertaining to a device
operated by a mechanical key, as opposed to combination, electonics, etc.
key
locking dial
n. a combination lock
dial which can be disabled by a keyed lock cylinder
key
locking dial ring
n. a dial ring
fitted with a keyed lock that can disable the dial
key
machine
n. any machine
designed to cut keys, See also "key coding
machine" and "key duplicating machine."
key
manipulation
n. manipulation of
an incorrect key in order to operate a lock or cylinder
key micrometer
n. an outside micrometer specifically made with an anvil
of size and shape to measure the root depth of bittings
key
milling
n. the grooves
machined into the length of the key blade to allow its
entry into the keyway
key
override
n. 1. a provision
allowing interruption or circumvention of normal
operation of a combination lock or electrical device 2.
adj. of or pertaining to such a provision, as in
"key override cylinder"
key
override cylinder
n. a lock cylinder
installed in a device to provide a key override function
key
pull(s)
n. a lock
specification which indicates by quantity and orientation
the position(s) in which a key may be withdrawn
key
pull position
n. any position, of
the cylinder plug at which the key can be removed
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
Key
Records Department
n. the department
which is responsible for generating and issuing all lock
and key combinations and maintaining records of them
key rest
n. a non-movable part of a key machine vise that is used to position and
align the bottom of the blade
key
retaining
adj. 1. of or
pertaining to a lock which must be locked before its key
can be removed. 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
key
section
n. the exact cross
sectional configuration of a key blade as viewed from the
bow toward the tip
key section identifier
n. any tool, device
or software used to identify a particular key section
key
switch
n. a switch
operated by a keyed lock mechanism, which may be an
integral part of the switch assembly
key
symbol
n. a designation
used for a key combination in the standard key coding
system, e.g., A, AA, AA1, etc.
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.
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 turned slightly
key
vise
n. the part of a
key machine that holds a key
key wound
adj. of or
pertaining to a time lock, one that is set and or powered
by a removable element resembling a key
keyed
adj. 1. combinated
2. having provision for operation by key
keyed
alike
adj. of or
pertaining to two or more locks or cylinders which have
or are to have the same combination. They may or may not
be part of a keying system
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.
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.
keyhole
n. the opening
through which a non-cylinder key must pass to enter a
lock
keyhole lock
n. a portable lock that may be locked into a bit key aperture to block
access
keyhole
plate
n. an escutcheon
for a keyhole
keying
n. any
specification for how a cylinder or group of cylinders
are or are to be combinated in order to control access
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
keying
kit
n. a compartmented
container which holds an assortment of tumblers, springs
and/or other parts
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
keying
symbol
n. a designation
used for a lock or cylinder combination in the standard
key coding system; e.g., AA1, XAA1, XlX, etc.
keyway
n. 1. the opening
in a lock or cylinder which is shaped to accept key bit
or blade of a proper configuration 2. the exact cross
sectional configuration of a keyway as viewed from the
front. It is not necessarily the same as the key section.
keyway
post
n. 1. see
"guide" # 2" 2. the projecting pin of a
lock or cylinder which enters the hollow end of a key
keyway
unit
n. the plug of
certain binary type disc tumbler key-in-knob locks
keyway
ward
n. a ward which
prevents entry of an incorrect key into a cylinder or
lock
kick
plate
n. a protective
plate mounted on the bottom of a door to prevent damage
to minimize damage to the door
KIK
abb. Key-in-Knob
KIL
abb. Key-in-Lever
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
knob
washer
n. a spacer used to shim the
clearance between a slip-on mortise lock knob and the trim
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
knuckle
n. the part of a
hinge that is formed to accept a hinge pin and act as a
pivot surface for another knuckle
KR
abb. 1. keyed
random 2. key retaining
KWY
abb. keyway
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