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American Lock American Lock A12 (A12KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different AME-A12

American Lock A12 (A12KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different

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AMERICAN LOCK A12 (A12KD) SOLID ALUMINUM BODY NON-REKEYABLE PADLOCK OVERVIEW

A12 (A12KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock. Non-Rekeyable Padlocks - Solid Aluminum.

The American Lock No. A12 (A12KD) Solid Body Padlock features a 1-3/4in (44mm) wide solid aluminum body and a 3in (75mm) tall, 5/16in (8mm) diameter zinc plated boron shackle for superior cut resistance. Ideal for corrosive environments Ideal for corrosive environments, the non-rekeyable 5-pin APTC12 cylinder can be factory keyed to your requirements.

Buy the American Lock A12 (A12KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock for easy installation and dependable door hardware solution.

AMERICAN LOCK A12 (A12KD) 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

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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:
A12
Product Color:
Grey
Product Shackle Length:
3"
Product Style:
Non-Rekeyable Padlocks
Product Category:
Other / Miscellaneous Hardware
Product Substrate:
Aluminum
Product Width:
1-3/4"
Department:
Door Hardware

American Lock AME-A12KD 2KEY – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the American Lock A12 padlock fit a standard hasp opening?
The A12 has a 5/16 inch diameter shackle with a 3/4 inch shackle clearance width, so the hasp staple has to accept a 5/16 inch shank and the opening has to be under 3/4 inch across. Body width is 1-3/4 inches. If your hasp or chain link needs a thinner shank, look at a smaller safety padlock like the ABUS 72/30 with its 3/16 inch shackle diameter.
2) Does each A12 padlock come with its own unique key, or do they all share one?
A12KD is keyed different, meaning every lock has its own key and one key will not open another. That is what you want for self storage units and tenant lockers. If you need one key to open a whole group, order the A12KA keyed alike version instead, or A12MK / A12KAMK if the set has to sit under a master key.
3) I need a padlock whose cylinder can be swapped into an existing key system - is the American Lock A12 the right choice?
No. The A12 uses a non-rekeyable 5-pin APTC12 cylinder that is factory keyed to your requirements, so the cylinder is not field-serviceable. For an interchangeable core, the Sargent 60-858-2 is a removable core padlock with a 2 inch stainless steel shackle, and the Medeco 521 G8R weather-tight padlock is supplied less pop-out cylinder so you install the cylinder yourself.
4) What padlock has the same 5/16 inch shackle diameter as the American Lock A12 but uses a brass body instead of aluminum?
The Schlage KS23D/KS23F is a brass-body padlock with a 5/16 inch diameter shackle, matching the A12's 5/16 inch shackle diameter. The A12 uses a solid aluminum body, 1-3/4 inches wide, with a 3 inch shackle length. Choose by body material: aluminum for corrosive environments, brass where a KS23 brass case is specified.
5) For a lockout/tagout program, should I use the American Lock A12 or an ABUS safety padlock?
The A12 is a commercial solid aluminum body padlock with a 1-3/4 inch body and non-rekeyable cylinder, aimed at self-storage units, lockers, and manufacturing environments. For lockout work, the ABUS 72/30 is an anodized aluminum safety padlock with a 1-1/4 inch body width and 3/16 inch shackle diameter, and the ABUS 74/40 is an insulated safety padlock with a 6-pin cylinder, 1/4 inch shackle diameter, and 1-1/2 inch body width. The ABUS bodies are narrower and the 74/40 adds insulation for electrical isolation.
6) How many keys can I order with the American Lock A12?
Key count is an order choice: 0, 1, 2 (the standard), 3, or 4 keys per lock. Zero keys is useful when the keys are being shipped separately to a property manager or issued from a central key control office.
7) Can I get the A12 padlock with a chain so it stays attached to the locker?
Yes. The A12 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 so it does not walk off between uses, which is the usual reason a facility spec calls for it.
8) Is an aluminum body padlock a good choice for outdoor or washdown areas?
That is the point of the A12. The solid aluminum body resists corrosion where a steel or brass body would rust or stain, which is why it gets specified for manufacturing environments and exposed exterior gates and lockers. The shackle is zinc plated boron for cut resistance. For a fully weather sealed option, a stainless body lock like the Medeco 521 G8R weather-tight padlock is the alternative.
9) How tall is the shackle on the American Lock A12, and will it reach around a gate chain?
Shackle length on the A12 is 3 inches, which gives room to pass through a hasp plus a link or two of chain. Body width is 1-3/4 inches. Measure the combined thickness of what you are locking against that 3 inch clearance before committing to a fleet buy.
10) What is the difference between the American Lock A10, A11, and A12?
They are the same solid aluminum non-rekeyable family, differing in shackle height. The A12 is the 3 inch shackle version. If you need less shackle clearance for a tight hasp, step down to the A10 or A11; all three come in keyed different, keyed alike, and master keyed configurations.
11) What is a heavier-shackle alternative to the American Lock A12 for a gate?
The A12 carries a 5/16 inch diameter zinc plated boron shackle, 3 inches long. If you want a thicker shackle, the Medeco 5260 is a 52 Series brass body padlock with a 7/16 inch shackle diameter and M3 key technology in satin chrome. The trade-off is hasp clearance: a 7/16 inch shackle will not pass through a hasp cut for 5/16 inch stock.
12) Which padlock should I use instead of the American Lock A12 on exposed outdoor or marine openings?
The A12's solid aluminum body and zinc plated boron shackle are intended for corrosive environments. Where you want a stainless body, the Medeco 521 G8R is a weather-tight padlock with a solid stainless steel body. For marine use, the ABUS T84MB/30 Nautic has a black sleeve over the body with a 13/64 inch shackle diameter and 1-17/64 inch body width, and the ABUS 76/40 is a plastic-covered aluminum core padlock with a 1/4 inch shackle diameter.
13) Does the American Lock A12 retain the key when the lock is open, and what are the alternatives either way?
The A12 is a keyed padlock with a non-rekeyable 5-pin APTC12 cylinder. If key retention is the deciding feature, the Sargent 758 is a key retaining standard padlock in US4 satin brass, while the Sargent 858 is non-key retaining with a stainless steel shackle in the same US4 satin brass finish. Key retaining locks hold the key until the shackle is closed, which is how many facilities prevent locks being left off a hasp.
14) Can I use the American Lock A12 as an audit-trail or access-controlled padlock?
No. The A12 is a mechanical padlock with a non-rekeyable 5-pin APTC12 cylinder and no electronic function. For electronic credentialing, the Medeco 54515G XT is an electronic indoor/outdoor padlock, non-key retaining, with a 5/16 inch shackle diameter and cylinder included - the same 5/16 inch shackle diameter the A12 uses, so hasp fit generally carries over.
15) How do American Lock A12 padlocks ship for a bulk order?
The A12 ships 6 per shelf pack and 24 per master carton, so a full carton covers four shelf packs. That makes it straightforward to break out by building or floor when you are rolling locks out across a property.
16) Is the A12 padlock rated for commercial use, and what does it look like?
The A12 is a commercial grade padlock with a grey solid aluminum body. It is the same lock family used on self storage units, lockers, and plant equipment, so it matches visually across a facility if you are standardizing on one look.
17) What padlock matches the American Lock A12 body size if I need a high-security keyway?
The A12 body is 1-3/4 inches wide in solid aluminum. For a similar footprint in a proprietary key system, the Sargent 82-856 is a non-key retaining KESO Series padlock with a 2 inch by 2 inch brass case and a stainless steel shackle. The A12 relies on its factory-keyed non-rekeyable APTC12 cylinder and Edge key control rather than a KESO cylinder.
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Does the American Lock AME-A12KD 2KEY come with a warranty?
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