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AMERICAN LOCK A30KA SOLID ALUMINUM BODY NON-REKEYABLE PADLOCK OVERVIEW
A30KA Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock. Non-Rekeyable Padlocks - Solid Brass.
The American Lock No. A30KA Solid Body Padlock features a 1-1/2in (38mm) wide solid aluminum body and a 1in (25mm) tall, 1/4in (6mm) 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 A30KA Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock for easy installation and dependable door hardware solution.
AMERICAN LOCK A30KA SOLID ALUMINUM BODY NON-REKEYABLE PADLOCK PRODUCT FEATURES
- 1-1/2in (38mm) wide solid aluminum body offers strong protection against the elements
- 1in (25mm) tall, 1/4in (6mm) 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
- Laser Engraving & Custom Marking
- Shackle Options
AMERICAN LOCK NON-REKEYABLE PADLOCKS - SOLID ALUMINUM COLLECTION
American Lock A30 (A30KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different
American Lock A30KA Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Alike
American Lock A30MK Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different (Master Keyed)
American Lock A30KAMK Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Alike (Master Keyed)
American Lock A31 (A31KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different
American Lock A31KA Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Alike
American Lock A31MK Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different (Master Keyed)
American Lock A31KAMK Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Alike (Master Keyed)
American Lock A32 (A32KD) Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different
American Lock A32KA Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Alike
American Lock A32MK Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Different (Master Keyed)
American Lock A32KAMK Solid Aluminum Body Non-Rekeyable Padlock, Keyed Alike (Master Keyed)
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Product Specs
- Subcategory:
- Solid Body Padlocks
- Shelf Pack Qty:
- 6
- Master Carton Qty:
- 24
- Shackle Width:
- 3/4"
- Shackle Diameter:
- 1/4"
- Keyed:
- Yes
- Product Group:
- Other / Miscellaneous Hardware
- Product Subgroup:
- Padlocks
- Product Type:
- Padlocks
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Product Model:
- A30KA
- Product Color:
- Grey
- Product Shackle Length:
- 1"
- Product Style:
- Non-Rekeyable Padlocks
- Product Category:
- Other / Miscellaneous Hardware
- Product Substrate:
- Aluminum
- Product Width:
- 1-1/2"
- Department:
- Door Hardware
American Lock AME-A30KA 2KEY – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Does keyed alike mean every A30KA padlock I order opens with the same key?
Keyed alike is what the KA suffix means on the American Lock A30KA: all the locks on one order are cut to a single key so one key runs the whole set. That is the setup property managers and self-storage operators use when one person has to open many locks on a round. If you want each lock on its own key instead, the keyed different version of the same solid aluminum body lock is the A30 (A30KD).
2) Can a locksmith rekey the American Lock A30KA later?
No. The A30KA uses a non-rekeyable 5-pin APTC12 cylinder, so it cannot be repinned in the field. Keying is set at the factory, which is why there is a key code field on the order: you specify the code you want the locks cut to. If you need locks you can rekey or bring into an existing keyway yourself, this is the wrong family, and a removable core padlock like the Sargent 60-858-2 is the direction to look.
3) Will a 1/4 inch shackle fit my hasp or locker latch?
The shackle on the A30KA is 1/4 inch in diameter with 3/4 inch clearance between the legs and 1 inch of vertical clearance. Measure the hole in your hasp and the thickness of the material the shackle has to pass through: you need a hole over 1/4 inch and a stack that fits inside 1 inch of height. Standard storage-unit latches and locker hasps are built around that size.
4) How many keys come with each A30KA lock, and can I order it with none?
Keys per lock is a choice you make when ordering: 0, 1, 2 (standard), 3, or 4 keys per lock. Zero keys is used when you already hold keys on that code and only need more locks cut to match, which is common on a keyed alike system that is being expanded. Order extra keys up front if multiple staff need them, since the cylinder is non-rekeyable and keys have to be cut to the factory code.
5) Can I add A30KA locks later that match the ones I already have?
Yes, as long as you supply the key code. The order form takes a key code entry, and the factory cuts the new locks to that code so they run on the key you already carry. Keep the code on file: because the 5-pin APTC12 cylinder is non-rekeyable, matching a lost code is not something a locksmith can do by repinning.
6) What is the closest aluminum-body padlock to the American Lock A30KA if I need the same 1-1/2 inch body and 1/4 inch shackle?
The American Lock A30KA has a 1-1/2 inch wide solid aluminum body with a 1/4 inch diameter shackle. The ABUS 74/40 insulated safety padlock matches both of those dimensions - 1-1/2 inch body width and 1/4 inch shackle diameter - though it uses a 6-pin cylinder and an insulated body rather than the A30KA's bare solid aluminum. The ABUS 76/40 also carries a 1/4 inch shackle diameter with an aluminum core, but it is plastic-covered and slightly wider at 1-37/64 inch. If the padlock has to pass through a hasp sized for the A30KA, the 74/40 is the nearer dimensional match.
7) I need a padlock I can rekey in the field - what should I use instead of the American Lock A30KA?
The A30KA is a non-rekeyable padlock, so its cylinder is factory keyed and cannot be repinned on site. If you need key control you can service yourself, the Sargent 60-858-2 is a removable core padlock with a 2 inch stainless steel shackle, which lets you swap the core rather than replace the lock. The Medeco 521 G8R is supplied as a weather-tight solid stainless steel body less pop-out cylinder, so you specify and install the cylinder yourself. Both are a different build from the A30KA's solid aluminum body.
8) The American Lock A30KA shackle is only 1 inch tall - what padlock has a longer shackle for a thick hasp or chain?
The A30KA's shackle is 1 inch tall with a 3/4 inch clearance width, which suits a standard hasp but not a thick shackle path. The Sargent 60-858-2 carries a 2 inch stainless steel shackle for more vertical clearance. If you want the extra reach while staying with the A30KA body, it is also offered with a 9 inch #40 zinc plated sash chain so the lock can be tethered rather than stretched over a longer span.
9) We want high-security keying or electronic audit instead of the American Lock A30KA's standard cylinder - what are the options?
The A30KA's non-rekeyable 5-pin APTC12 cylinder is factory keyed alike to your key code. If the site needs patented or electronic key control, the Medeco 5260 is a 52 Series brass body padlock with M3 key technology and a 7/16 inch shackle diameter in satin chrome, the Sargent 82-856 is a KESO Series non-key-retaining padlock with a 2 by 2 inch brass case and stainless shackle, and the Medeco 54515G is an XT electronic indoor/outdoor padlock, non-key-retaining, with a 5/16 inch shackle. All three carry heavier shackle diameters than the A30KA's 1/4 inch, so verify hasp clearance before substituting.
10) Is an aluminum body padlock a good choice for outdoor or washdown areas?
That is the point of the A30KA. The body is solid aluminum, 1-1/2 inch wide, and the shackle is chrome for corrosion resistance, so it holds up in wet, salty, or chemical environments better than a plain plated steel lock. American Lock lists it for self-storage units, lockers, and manufacturing environments. If you need a lock that also insulates for lockout work, that is a different build, such as the ABUS 74/40 insulated safety padlock.
11) Can I get the American Lock A30KA with a chain so the lock stays attached to the door?
Yes. Each key-count configuration is offered either with no chain or with a #40 sash chain, 9 inches (229mm) long, zinc plated. The chain keeps the padlock tethered to the hasp or door frame so it does not get dropped, pocketed, or lost between openings, which is the usual reason gate and storage operators specify it.
12) What is the difference between the American Lock A30, A31 and A32?
All three are the same solid aluminum body non-rekeyable family, and the suffix is the keying. Within each number you pick keyed different (A30, A31, A32), keyed alike (A30KA, A31KA, A32KA), master keyed and keyed different (A30MK), or keyed alike and master keyed (A30KAMK). The A30KA specifically is the 1-1/2 inch body with the 1 inch tall, 1/4 inch shackle. Choose a master keyed version if a supervisor needs one key over multiple key groups.
13) What are alternatives to the A30KA if I need a bigger shackle or a different body material?
The 1/4 inch shackle on the A30KA suits locker and storage latches, not heavy gate hardware. For a thicker shackle, the Schlage KS23D/KS23F brass padlock and the Medeco 54515G run 5/16 inch, and the Medeco 5260 brass body lock runs 7/16 inch. For a stainless steel body instead of aluminum, look at the Medeco 521 G8R weather-tight padlock. For a smaller aluminum safety lock, the ABUS 72/30 is a 1-1/4 inch body with a 3/16 inch shackle.
14) What is a smaller or lighter alternative to the American Lock A30KA for lockers and low-clearance hasps?
The A30KA is 1-1/2 inch wide with a 1/4 inch shackle. For a slimmer footprint, the ABUS 72/30 anodized aluminum safety padlock is 1-1/4 inch wide with a 3/16 inch shackle diameter, and the ABUS T84MB/30 Nautic runs 1-17/64 inch body width with a 13/64 inch shackle and a black sleeve. Both drop the shackle diameter below the A30KA's, so confirm the hasp staple still fills the shackle opening acceptably for the application.
15) For a wet or outdoor opening, is the American Lock A30KA the right choice or is there a better-sealed padlock?
The A30KA pairs a solid aluminum body with a chrome-plated shackle specifically for corrosion resistance, which suits washdown and coastal manufacturing environments. Where you want a sealed or shielded body instead, the Medeco 521 G8R is a weather-tight padlock with a solid stainless steel body, the ABUS 76/40 wraps an aluminum core in a plastic cover, and the ABUS T84MB/30 Nautic uses a black sleeve over the body. The A30KA remains the lighter aluminum option at 1-1/2 inch wide.
16) How do the A30KA padlocks pack for a large facility order?
The A30KA ships 6 per shelf pack and 24 per master carton, which is convenient when you are rolling out one key code across a run of storage units or lockers. Body color is grey, consistent with the bare aluminum body.
17) Is the A30KA rated for commercial use or is it a residential lock?
It is a commercial product. American Lock positions the A30KA for self-storage units, lockers, and manufacturing environments, and the solid aluminum body with a chrome shackle is built for the exposure those sites see.
18) Does the American Lock A30KA retain the key when open, and which comparable padlocks do?
Key retention is a behavior worth confirming before you standardize a facility. Among the comparable padlocks, the Sargent 758 is key retaining, meaning the key stays captive while the shackle is open, while the Sargent 858, the Sargent 82-856 KESO and the Medeco 54515G XT are non-key-retaining. The A30KA is a keyed alike padlock, so one key operates every lock in the group regardless of retention behavior - useful when a single maintenance key has to open every self-storage unit or locker on the property.
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