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AMERICAN LOCK A10 (A10KD) SOLID ALUMINUM BODY NON-REKEYABLE PADLOCK OVERVIEW
A10 (A10KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different. Non-Rekeyable Padlocks - Solid Aluminum.
The American Lock No. A10 (A10KD) Solid Body Padlock features a 1-3/4in (44mm) wide solid aluminum body and a 1-1/8in (28mm) tall, 5/16in (8mm) diameter chrome shackle for extra corrosion resistance. Ideal for corrosive environments, the non-rekeyable 5-pin APTC12 Cylinder can be factory keyed to your requirements.
Buy the American Lock A10 (A10KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock for easy installation and dependable door hardware solution.
AMERICAN LOCK A10 (A10KD) SOLID ALUMINUM BODY NON-REKEYABLE PADLOCK PRODUCT FEATURES
- 1-3/4in (44mm) wide solid aluminum body offers strong protection against the elements
- 1-1/8in (28mm) tall, 5/16in (8mm) diameter chrome shackle for extra corrosion resistance
- Non-rekeyable 5-pin APTC12 Cylinder prevents picking
- Self-Storage Units & Lockers
- Manufacturing Environments
- Edge® Key Control
- Keying Options
AMERICAN LOCK NON-REKEYABLE PADLOCKS - SOLID ALUMINUM COLLECTION
American Lock A10 (A10KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different
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American Lock A10KAMK Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Alike (Master Keyed)
American Lock A11 (A11KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different
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American Lock A11MK Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different (Master Keyed)
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American Lock A12 (A12KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different
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Product Specs
- Subcategory:
- Solid Body Padlocks
- Shelf Pack Qty:
- 6
- Master Carton Qty:
- 24
- Shackle Width:
- 3/4"
- Shackle Diameter:
- 5/16"
- Keyed:
- Yes
- Product Group:
- Other / Miscellaneous Hardware
- Product Subgroup:
- Padlocks
- Product Type:
- Padlocks
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Product Model:
- A10
- Product Color:
- Grey
- Product Shackle Length:
- 1-1/8"
- Product Style:
- Non-Rekeyable Padlocks
- Product Category:
- Other / Miscellaneous Hardware
- Product Substrate:
- Aluminum
- Product Width:
- 1-3/4"
- Department:
- Door Hardware
American Lock AME-A10KD 2KEY – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Can a locksmith rekey the American Lock A10?
No. The A10 uses a non-rekeyable 5-pin APTC12 cylinder, so it cannot be repinned in the field or brought into an existing key system after the fact. Keying has to be set at the factory when the order is placed. If you need a lock you can service on your own bench or bring into a house system later, look at a removable core padlock such as the Sargent 60-858-2 instead.
2) What is the difference between the A10KD, A10KA, A10MK and A10KAMK?
They are the same solid aluminum lock with different factory keying. A10 (A10KD) is keyed different, so every lock has its own key. A10KA is keyed alike, one key opens the whole group. A10MK is keyed different under a master key. A10KAMK is keyed alike and master keyed. Property managers usually take KD for tenant storage units and MK when maintenance needs a single override key across the site.
3) The American Lock A10 is non-rekeyable. What padlock should I specify if I need to key it into an existing system?
The A10 uses a non-rekeyable 5-pin APTC12 cylinder that is factory keyed, so it cannot be recombinated in the field. If the opening has to join a facility keyway, look at the Sargent 60-858-2, a removable core padlock with a 2 inch stainless steel shackle, or the Medeco 521 G8R weather-tight padlock supplied less pop-out cylinder so you can install your own. Both are built around a cylinder the locksmith controls; the A10 is built around one the factory sets.
4) For a wet or corrosive outdoor location, what compares to the American Lock A10?
The A10 pairs a solid aluminum body with a chrome-plated shackle specifically for corrosion resistance. Two other directions exist: the Medeco 521 G8R is a weather-tight padlock with a solid stainless steel body, and the ABUS T84MB/30 Nautic uses a black sleeve over the body with a 13/64 inch shackle for marine use. Stainless gives you a harder body, the Nautic gives you a much smaller lock, and the A10 sits between them at 1-3/4 inches wide.
5) Is an aluminum body padlock strong enough for outdoor or washdown use?
The A10 is built for corrosive environments rather than for maximum cut resistance. The solid aluminum body will not rust, and the chrome plated shackle adds corrosion resistance, which is why these get used in manufacturing plants, on marine and chemical exposure, and on outdoor self storage doors. Note the shackle is 5/16 inch, not a hardened boron alloy, so on a high-attack opening a steel or stainless body lock is the better call.
6) How many keys come with each American Lock A10 padlock?
Key count is an order option on the A10, not a fixed number. You can specify 0, 1, 2 (the standard), 3, or 4 keys per lock. Zero keys is common when a facility already holds key blanks or is ordering replacement bodies for an existing key set; three or four is common when several staff need to carry a copy.
7) Can I get the A10 padlock with a chain attached for self storage doors?
Yes. The A10 can be ordered with a #40 sash chain, 9 inches (229mm) long, zinc plated, or with no chain at all. The chain keeps the lock tethered to the door or hasp so it does not get set down and lost when the unit is opened, which is the usual reason storage and locker operators specify it.
8) What is the difference between the American Lock A10, A11 and A12?
All three are the same solid aluminum non-rekeyable body with different shackle heights. The A10 has the short 1-1/8 inch (28mm) shackle, which is what you want on a tight hasp where a long shackle could be pried or bolt cropped. The A11 and A12 step up in shackle length for hasps, chains, or gate latches that need more clearance. Each of the three is offered keyed different, keyed alike, and master keyed.
9) What else could I use instead of the American Lock A10 if I need a serviceable cylinder?
A few directions depending on what you are solving. For a key system you control, the Sargent 758 is a key retaining padlock and the Sargent 858 is non-key retaining, both with stainless steel shackles. The Schlage KS23D/KS23F is a brass body padlock with the same 5/16 inch shackle diameter as the A10, so it passes through the same hasps. For lockout/tagout style safety use, the ABUS 72/30 anodized aluminum safety padlock is the lighter option at 1-1/4 inch body width and 3/16 inch shackle. The A10 remains the choice when you specifically want a non-rekeyable lock so tenants or staff cannot alter the keying.
10) I need a padlock with a longer shackle than the American Lock A10 for a thick hasp. What are my options?
The A10 shackle is 1-1/8 inches tall with a 3/4 inch clearance width, which suits a standard locker or self-storage hasp. For a thicker hasp or a chain pass-through, the Sargent 60-858-2 and the Sargent 82-856 both carry a 2 inch stainless steel shackle, the 82-856 on a 2 inch by 2 inch brass case. Those give you noticeably more vertical clearance than the A10 provides.
11) Does the American Lock A10 retain the key when unlocked, and what if I need the opposite behavior?
For crews that must not walk off with a key, key-retaining models hold the key captive until the lock is relocked. The Sargent 758 is a key retaining standard padlock in US4 satin brass, while the Sargent 858 and the Sargent 82-856 are non-key retaining. Among the outdoor-rated choices, the Medeco 54515G XT electronic padlock is also non-key retaining with a 5/16 inch shackle diameter, the same shackle diameter the A10 uses.
12) We use the American Lock A10 in a manufacturing plant. Is there a padlock that will not mar painted equipment?
The A10 is a bare solid aluminum body, good for corrosive plant environments but hard-surfaced against paint. If contact marring matters, the ABUS 76/40 is a plastic-covered aluminum core padlock with a 1/4 inch shackle diameter and 1-37/64 inch width, and the ABUS 74/40 is an insulated safety padlock with a 6-pin cylinder, 1/4 inch shackle and 1-1/2 inch body. Both run a thinner shackle than the A10's 5/16 inch.
13) What is the difference between the American Lock A10 and the Medeco 5260 for a high-security opening?
The A10 runs a 5-pin non-rekeyable APTC12 cylinder in a 1-3/4 inch aluminum body with a 5/16 inch chrome shackle. The Medeco 5260 is a 52 Series brass body padlock with a 7/16 inch shackle diameter and M3 key technology in a satin chrome finish. The 5260 brings a thicker shackle and a patented key system; the A10 brings a lighter corrosion-resistant body and factory keying without cylinder service.
14) Can I get the same corrosion resistance as the American Lock A10 with an electronic audit trail instead of a key?
The Medeco 54515G XT is an indoor/outdoor electronic padlock, non-key retaining, with a 5/16 inch shackle diameter and cylinder included. It matches the A10 on shackle diameter and is rated for outdoor placement, but it is an electronic credential lock rather than the A10's mechanical 5-pin factory-keyed cylinder, so it changes how you issue and revoke access across a site.
15) How do American Lock A10 padlocks ship for a bulk facility order?
The A10 ships 6 per shelf pack and 24 per master carton. That matters when you are standardizing a run of lockers or storage units, since ordering in multiples of 6 or 24 keeps the cartons intact. The lock finishes out grey, which is the natural solid aluminum body color.
16) Is the American Lock A10 suitable for commercial and institutional use?
Yes, the A10 is classed as commercial door hardware and is used on self storage units, lockers, and manufacturing environments. It supports American Lock's Edge key control program, which is what an institutional buyer wants when the concern is unauthorized key duplication across a campus or facility.
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