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BEST 5L SERIES COIN BOX CABINET LOCK

BEST 5L Series Coin Box Cabinet Lock with 7-Pin SFIC Core Housing

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BEST 5L Series Coin Box Cabinet Lock with 7-Pin SFIC Core Housing

Professional Cabinet Security Solution

The BEST 5L Series Cabinet Lock delivers professional-grade security for coin boxes and cabinet applications with 7-pin SFIC core compatibility. Engineered for cabinets with 5/8" to 11/16" thickness, this lock exceeds BHMA Grade 2 certification standards with premium materials including nickel plated zinc case and bolts, stainless steel cover, and phosphor bronze spring construction. Available in both latchbolt and deadbolt functions with 7/8" backset and multiple finish options.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Cabinet Thickness Compatibility: Designed for cabinets with 5/8" to 11/16" thickness for versatile installation options.
  • BHMA Grade 2 Certification: Exceeds BHMA Grade 2 criteria for commercial-grade security and durability standards.
  • Premium Construction: Nickel plated zinc case and bolts with stainless steel cover and phosphor bronze spring for exceptional durability.
  • SFIC Core Compatibility: Accepts all BEST 7-Pin SFIC cores for flexible key management and security integration.
  • Dual Function Options: Available in latchbolt function (key withdrawal only in locked position) and deadbolt function (key withdrawal in both positions).
  • Precise Dimensions: Case length 2-1/8", width 2-19/32", thickness 2-1/32" with 2-3/16" hole spacing for accurate installation.
  • Multiple Finish Options: Available in nine professional finishes including bright brass, satin chrome, and statuary dark bronze.
  • Manufacturer Warranty: Covered by a 3 Year Limited warranty for added confidence and protection.

Technical Specifications

  • Latchbolt function – Retracted by key to unlock. Key may be withdrawn only in locked position
  • Deadbolt function – Locked and unlocked by key. Must be locked by key after door is closed. Key may be with drawn in locked position
    and unlocked position
  • Backset – 7/8"
  • Body thickness – 1/2"
  • Case – Length 2-1/8", width 2-19/32", thickness 2-1/32", hole spacing 2-3/16"
  • Cylinder diameter – 1-1/8"
  • Cylinder length – 1 1/16"
  • Deadbolt – 3/4" x 25/64" – 1/2" throw
  • Door thickness – 5/8" minimum for rim type, 21/32" minimum for mortise type.
  • Face – 1-7/8" x 2-1/32"
  • Latchbolt – 3/4" x 25/64" – 9/32" throw
  • Material – Nickel plated zinc case and bolts, stainless steel cover, phosphor bronze spring.
  • Strike plate – 3/64" x 11/16" x 1-7/8", hole spacing 1-7/16", 1-1/4" wide lip.
  • T-Option – Key is removeable only in locked position. (Deadbolt Only).
  • Finishes
    • 605 - Bright Brass
    • 606 - Satin Brass
    • 611 - Bright Bronze
    • 612 - Satin Bronze
    • 613 - Satin Bronze Oil-Rubbed
    • 619 - Satin Nickel
    • 625 - Bright Chrome
    • 626 - Satin Chrome
    • 690 - Statuary Dark Bronze

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify cabinet preparation requirements including cabinet thickness (5/8" to 11/16") and door thickness requirements (5/8" minimum for rim type, 21/32" minimum for mortise type).
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately with 2-3/16" hole spacing on cabinet surfaces.
  3. Prepare cabinet by drilling required holes for the 2-1/8" x 2-19/32" x 2-1/32" case dimensions and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
  4. Install strike plate with 3/64" x 11/16" x 1-7/8" dimensions and 1-7/16" hole spacing, ensuring proper alignment with bolt throw.
  5. Mount the lock case and install the selected BEST 7-Pin SFIC core, adjusting for proper cylinder alignment and smooth operation.
  6. Test lock operation to verify proper latchbolt or deadbolt function with appropriate throw distances (9/32" for latchbolt, 1/2" for deadbolt) and key withdrawal characteristics. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Coin Box Security Systems
  • Office Furniture and Filing Cabinets
  • Safe Deposit Box Applications
  • Commercial Storage Cabinets
  • High-Security Cabinet Installations
  • Financial Institution Equipment
  • Retail Cash Management Systems

Why Choose BEST Quality?

BEST 5L Series cabinet locks deliver professional-grade reliability with premium materials including nickel plated zinc construction and stainless steel components that exceed BHMA Grade 2 certification standards. Backed by a 3 Year Limited warranty and engineered for demanding commercial applications where dependable cabinet security is essential. The SFIC core compatibility provides flexible key management integration for comprehensive security systems.

Manufacturer Resources

Key and Core Brochure

Product Specs

Series:
5L Series
Product Group:
Cabinet Hardware
Product Subgroup:
Cabinet Latches and Locks
Product Type:
Cabinet Locks
Subcategory:
Cabinet Latches and Locks
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Backset (Distance):
1-7/8 x 2-1/32
Door Hand Direction:
Non-Handed
Face Plate:
1-7/8" x 2-1/32"
Product Category:
Cabinet Hardware
Department:
Door Hardware

BEST 5L7RD2606T – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the BEST 5L cabinet lock fit a 3/4 inch thick cabinet door?
No. The 5L Series coin box cabinet lock is built for cabinet material 5/8 inch to 11/16 inch thick, so 3/4 inch is past the top of that range. Within the range, the minimum depends on how you mount it: 5/8 inch minimum for rim type, 21/32 inch minimum for mortise type. If your doors are thicker, look at a lock rated for thicker stock, such as the Lockey C170 surface mount combination cam lock, which lists a 1-1/8 inch to 2 inch door thickness range.
2) Should I order the latchbolt or the deadbolt version of the BEST 5L cabinet lock?
It comes down to how you want the key to behave and how the door closes. The latchbolt version is retracted by key to unlock and the key can only be pulled in the locked position, so the door relatches on its own and nobody walks off with it standing open. Throw is 9/32 inch. The deadbolt version is locked and unlocked by key and has to be locked by key after the door is closed, but the key comes out in either position. Throw is 1/2 inch, which is the better bite if the coin box or cash drawer is the thing you are actually protecting. Both bolts measure 3/4 x 25/64 inch.
3) What holes do I have to drill for a BEST 5L coin box lock?
Prep follows the case: 2-1/8 inch length, 2-19/32 inch width, 2-1/32 inch thickness, with mounting hole spacing of 2-3/16 inch. The cylinder hole takes a 1-1/8 inch diameter cylinder that is 1-1/16 inch long, and the exposed face measures 1-7/8 x 2-1/32 inches. Body thickness behind the door is 1/2 inch. Backset is 7/8 inch. BEST supplies templates, and marking from the template beats scaling off a drawing on a run of cabinets.
4) Can I key a BEST 5L cabinet lock into the same master key system as my building doors?
That is the reason to buy it. The 5L housing accepts BEST 7-pin small format interchangeable core cylinders, so the cabinet drops into the same SFIC keying system already running your door hardware, under the same master and the same control key. Cores swap with the control key without pulling the lock apart, so rekeying a compromised cash box is a sixty second job rather than a hardware order. Note the housing is 7-pin: a 6-pin core is a different core height and is not the part for this.
5) Does the BEST 5L cabinet lock come in a left hand and right hand version?
Handing in the usual door sense does not apply, the lock is non-handed. What you do specify is orientation: hand type 2 is vertical and hand type 5 is inverted, which sets which way the bolt throws relative to the lock face. Pick it off the cabinet you are looking at, a vertical hinged door and an inverted-mount application are not interchangeable once the case is let in.
6) What is the closest mechanical keyed alternative to a BEST 5L cabinet lock if the facility is not on BEST SFIC keying?
The Sargent 4142 horizontal cabinet lock uses a 6-pin brass cylinder, so it is keyed to a conventional Sargent cylinder rather than a removable interchangeable core. The BEST 5L takes a 7-pin SFIC core housing, which lets a locksmith swap cores in the field without pulling the lock. If the cabinets are being keyed into an existing Sargent 6-pin system, the 4142 matches that system; if the site is standardized on interchangeable cores, the 5L keeps the cabinets on the same core program as the doors.
7) Which cabinet lock should be used instead of a BEST 5L when the handing of the cabinet is not known until install?
The Sargent 1655 6-pin cabinet lock is field reversible for handing, so one part covers either orientation and the decision can be made at the cabinet. The BEST 5L is ordered with the hand type chosen up front, either vertical or inverted, so the orientation has to be confirmed before the purchase order goes out. For a mixed run of casework where the orientation varies bank to bank, the field reversible Sargent 1655 reduces the number of separate line items; where the casework is uniform, the 5L is specified once in the correct hand.
8) What replaces a keyed coin box cabinet lock when the goal is to stop issuing keys entirely?
The Lockey C170 is a mechanical surface mount keyless digital combination cam cabinet lock with a low profile design, so access is by combination and there is no key to distribute or collect. The SDC 295 Series is a battery powered programmable cabinet lock with a 30-user keypad, which gives each user their own code on a lock that needs no wiring. The BEST 5L remains a keyed lock that takes a 7-pin SFIC core, which is what keeps cabinets on the same master key system as the rest of the building. A property manager turning over tenants or staff frequently is choosing between recoring the 5L and recoding a keypad unit.
9) Can a BEST 5L cabinet lock be tied into an access control system?
No. The BEST 5L is a mechanical cabinet lock that is operated by key through a 7-pin SFIC core, in latchbolt or deadbolt function. For cabinets that have to report to or be released by an access control head end, the HES KS200 server cabinet lock is a Wiegand integrated wired access control lock, the SDC 290 Series is a micro cabinet electric bolt lock with dual voltage operation, and the DynaLock 1410 Series is a dual voltage cabinet lock rated heavy duty. Those require power at the cabinet; the 5L does not.
10) Is a strike plate included with the BEST 5L cabinet lock, and what size is it?
A strike plate is part of the spec: 3/64 x 11/16 x 1-7/8 inches, with 1-7/16 inch hole spacing and a 1-1/4 inch wide lip. The lip matters if you are retrofitting into an existing cabinet frame, because it needs a flat landing 1-1/4 inches deep to sit against. You supply the core separately, the 7-pin SFIC cylinder is not part of the lock body.
11) What does the T option mean when ordering a BEST 5L cabinet lock?
T is the deadlock option, and it changes key retention: the key can only be removed in the locked position. It is available on the deadbolt function only, so it is not an option you can pair with the latchbolt. Spec it where you need the key to force the operator to relock the box before they can walk away with the key. The other order option is TR, a special trim ring.
12) What finish should I order to match the rest of my BEST hardware on a cabinet?
Nine finishes are offered on the 5L: 605 bright brass, 606 satin brass, 611 bright bronze, 612 satin bronze, 613 satin bronze oil-rubbed, 619 satin nickel, 625 bright chrome, 626 satin chrome, and 690 statuary dark bronze. These are BHMA finish numbers, so if your existing doors were specified as 626 or 613 the cabinet lock will call out the same code and land in the same family. Only the cover and face show once the lock is in, the case underneath is nickel plated zinc regardless.
13) Is a keyed cabinet lock or a keypad cabinet lock better for a coin box or cash drawer?
A keyed SFIC lock like the BEST 5L is the pick when the cabinet has to live inside an existing key system and be auditable by who holds which key, and it needs no power or batteries at all. Where you want to hand out codes instead of keys and track users, go electronic: the HES KP20 is a Grade 1 stand-alone keypad cabinet lock, and the SDC 295 Series is battery powered and programmable with a 30-user keypad. If the cabinet needs to release from an access control panel rather than at the door, that is an electric bolt application, the SDC 290 Series micro cabinet electric bolt runs dual voltage, as does the DynaLock 1410 Series.
14) Is there an alternative to the BEST 5L if I need a cabinet lock I can reverse in the field?
On the 5L you commit to the orientation at the order, vertical or inverted, it is not a field change. If you want to carry one part number and set the handing on site, the Sargent 1655 6-pin cabinet lock is field reversible, and so is the Sargent KESO F1 4252 Series for drawers. Both are 6-pin rather than BEST 7-pin SFIC, so they will not take your existing BEST cores, you would be starting a separate key system for the cabinets.
15) Will a BEST 5L work on a file cabinet drawer rather than a hinged cabinet door?
It can, within its material range, and the inverted hand type exists for exactly that kind of mounting. Watch two numbers on a drawer: the stock has to be 5/8 to 11/16 inch, and you need 1/2 inch of clearance behind the face for the lock body plus room for the 2-1/8 x 2-19/32 x 2-1/32 inch case. Thin sheet metal drawer fronts will not make the 5/8 inch minimum. Sargent's 4142 horizontal cabinet lock and the KESO F1 4152 Series are built specifically for drawer applications if the 5L prep does not suit.
16) Is the HES KS-M a direct substitute for a BEST 5L coin box lock?
It is not a drop-in. The HES KS-M is a mechanical server cabinet lock certified Grade 1, built around server rack and enclosure doors. The BEST 5L is a coin box and casework lock with a 7/8 inch backset, a 2-1/8 by 2-19/32 by 2-1/32 inch case, 2-3/16 inch hole spacing, and cabinet thickness of 5/8 to 11/16 inch. The two prep patterns are different, so a KS-M does not land in a 5L cutout. The KS-M suits a server cabinet or enclosure; the 5L suits drawer and door casework already cut for it.
17) What cabinet lock carries a higher certified grade than a BEST 5L?
The BEST 5L is built to exceed BHMA Grade 2 criteria. Among cabinet locks, the HES KP20 stand-alone keypad lock, the HES KS-M mechanical server lock, and the HES KS200 are each Grade 1. The KP20 and KS200 are keypad and access control units respectively, so moving up in grade also moves away from key operation; the KS-M is the mechanical one of the three. An institutional buyer writing a Grade 1 requirement into a spec should be aware the cabinet prep and credential type change with it.
18) Which cabinet lock is used for drawers on a high security key system instead of a BEST 5L?
Sargent offers the KESO F1 4152 Series cabinet lock for drawers with security system integration, and the KESO F1 4252 Series for drawers with field reversible operation. Both are drawer locks on the KESO F1 platform. The BEST 5L is a coin box and cabinet lock that takes a 7-pin SFIC core and is ordered non-handed with vertical or inverted hand type. A security integrator already running a KESO F1 key system will keep drawers on the 4152 or 4252; one running BEST interchangeable cores keeps them on the 5L.
19) What is the difference between choosing a BEST 5L deadbolt function and a surface mount cam lock?
The BEST 5L deadbolt version is locked and unlocked by key with a 3/4 by 25/64 inch bolt at 1/2 inch throw, and the T option restricts key removal to the locked position only; the latchbolt version throws 9/32 inch and releases by key. It mounts into prepared casework with 2-3/16 inch hole spacing. The Lockey C170 is a surface mount cam lock with a low profile design, which means it fastens to the face of the cabinet rather than requiring the 5L case prep. On existing casework with no cutout, surface mounting avoids the machining; on new casework being prepped anyway, the mortised 5L sits flush.
20) Is the BEST 5L cabinet lock rated for commercial duty?
It is a commercial cabinet lock, and the 5L exceeds BHMA Grade 2 criteria. Construction backs that up: nickel plated zinc case and bolts, a stainless steel cover, and a phosphor bronze spring. For higher-grade cabinet applications, the HES KS-M mechanical server cabinet lock and the HES KS200 are both listed Grade 1.
21) Which cabinet lock choice gives a finish match across a room of casework?
The BEST 5L comes in nine finishes, including 605 bright brass, 606 satin brass, 611 bright bronze, 612 satin bronze, 613 satin bronze oil-rubbed, 619 satin nickel, 625 bright chrome, 626 satin chrome, and 690 statuary dark bronze, and a special trim ring option is available. The keypad and electric alternatives, such as the HES KP20 stand-alone keypad lock and the SDC 290 micro electric bolt lock, are selected on their function rather than on a comparable architectural finish range. Where the cabinet hardware has to read the same as the door hardware in the room, the 5L finish list is the reason to stay with it.
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