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Sargent 758-HS-C RJ Key-Retaining Padlock with 9" Chain

Sargent 758-HS-C RJ Key-Retaining Padlock with Hardened Steel Shackle and 9" Chain

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Model: 758-HS-C RJ

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Sargent Key-Retaining Padlock with Hardened Steel Shackle and 9" Chain - RJ 1-Bit Keying

Professional Security Padlock with Key-Retaining Design

The Sargent key-retaining padlock features hardened steel shackle construction with 9" chain for versatile security applications. This professional-grade padlock incorporates key-retaining technology that allows key removal only in the locked position, preventing accidental lockouts. The shackle is protected with rubber shields to prevent freezing in winter conditions, ensuring reliable operation in all weather environments with RJ 1-Bit keying system.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Key-Retaining Security: Key removable in locked position only prevents accidental lockouts and ensures positive security control.
  • Extended Reach Capability: 9" chain length allows secure attachment around larger objects and provides installation flexibility.
  • Hardened Steel Construction: Hardened steel shackle provides superior cut resistance and durability for demanding security applications.
  • Weather Protection: Rubber shields protect shackle from freezing in winter conditions for reliable year-round operation.
  • RJ 1-Bit Keying System: Standard RJ 1-Bit key system provides consistent keying options for fleet management applications.
  • Professional Grade Design: Engineered for commercial and industrial security applications where dependable performance is essential.
  • Versatile Security Solution: Combination of padlock body and chain provides flexible security options for various attachment points.

Technical Specifications

  • Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete technical specifications.

Installation & Operation

Position padlock to secure the desired object or access point. Insert key and turn to unlock, then position shackle or chain around the item to be secured. Close shackle into padlock body and turn key to locked position. Key can only be removed when padlock is in the locked position, ensuring positive security control. Clean padlock periodically and lubricate mechanism as needed for optimal performance.

Professional Applications

  • Industrial Facility Security
  • Commercial Property Protection
  • Equipment and Machinery Lockout
  • Storage and Warehouse Security
  • Fleet Vehicle Security
  • Construction Site Protection
  • Utility and Infrastructure Security

Why Choose Sargent Quality?

Sargent padlock products deliver professional-grade reliability with hardened steel construction and weather-resistant design features. The key-retaining mechanism and rubber shield protection ensure dependable performance in demanding commercial and industrial applications where consistent security control is essential.

Product Specs

Product Group:
Other / Miscellaneous Hardware
Product Subgroup:
Padlocks
Product Type:
Padlocks
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Subcategory:
Padlocks
Product Category:
Other / Miscellaneous Hardware
Product Substrate:
Stainless Steel / Solid Brass
Department:
Door Hardware

Sargent 758-HS-C RJ – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What does key-retaining mean on the Sargent 758-HS-C RJ padlock, and why would I want it?
Key-retaining means the key will not come out of the cylinder unless the padlock is locked. On the Sargent 758-HS-C RJ, you can only pull the key once the shackle is closed and turned to the locked position. That stops the common lockout-tagout and fleet problem of someone walking off with the key while the lock hangs open on a gate or panel. If you want a lock that lets the key come out in either position, the Medeco 54515G XT is a non-key-retaining padlock.
2) What is the chain on the Sargent 758 padlock for, and how long is it?
The chain is 9 inches and it tethers the padlock to the thing being secured so the lock does not get set down and lost, and so it can reach around a larger object or a spread-out hasp. It is the practical difference between this and a bare padlock body: on utility cabinets, gate posts, and fleet vehicles you can leave the lock permanently attached at one point and still swing it to the latch.
3) What does the RJ keying on this Sargent padlock mean for keying it into my building's system?
RJ refers to Sargent's 1-Bit key system used on the 758-HS-C RJ, which is a standard, consistent keying arrangement rather than a per-lock random cut. That is what makes it workable for a fleet or a facility where one key needs to open a run of padlocks. If your site is keyed to a different Sargent system, order the padlock to match that system rather than assuming the RJ lock will work with your existing keys.
4) I need a padlock for electrical lockout-tagout, not general security. Is this the right one?
For LOTO you generally want a non-conductive or insulated body and a lightweight shackle, and the Sargent 758-HS-C RJ is a hardened steel and brass security lock, not a dielectric safety lock. For that work look at the ABUS 72/30 anodized aluminum safety padlock or the ABUS 74/40 insulated safety padlock with a 6-pin cylinder. The Sargent is the better choice where the concern is cutting and theft rather than electrical isolation.
5) For an outdoor or coastal gate, is the Sargent 758-HS-C RJ the right padlock or is there something more weather-oriented?
The Sargent 758-HS-C RJ uses rubber shields over the shackle to keep it from freezing in winter, which covers cold-weather outdoor use. Where salt exposure is the concern, the Medeco 521 G8R is a weather-tight padlock with a solid stainless steel body supplied less the pop-out cylinder, and the ABUS T84MB/30 Nautic is a black-sleeve marine padlock with a 13/64 inch shackle diameter and 1-17/64 inch body width. Note the Medeco 521 G8R needs a cylinder ordered separately.
6) What is the closest alternative to the Sargent 758-HS-C RJ padlock if I need a key-retaining lock without a chain?
The Sargent 758-HS-C RJ pairs a hardened steel shackle with a 9 inch chain and a key-retaining mechanism, so the key comes out only in the locked position. If the chain is not wanted, the Schlage KS23D/KS23F brass padlock uses a 5/16 inch diameter shackle in a brass body, and the Medeco 5260 is a 52 Series brass body padlock with a 7/16 inch shackle diameter and M3 key technology in satin chrome. Both are plain padlock bodies, so the securing loop has to come from the hasp or a separate chain.
7) I need a padlock for lockout/tagout on machinery instead of the Sargent 758 chain padlock. What should I use?
The Sargent 758-HS-C RJ is a commercial hardened steel padlock with a 9 inch chain and key-retaining action used for equipment and machinery lockout among other jobs, but it is a security lock rather than a dedicated safety lock. For lockout/tagout programs, 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 insulated 74/40 is the one to look at for electrical work.
8) Which padlocks are key-retaining and which are not, if I am trying to avoid accidental lockouts?
The Sargent 758-HS-C RJ is key-retaining, meaning the key can only be withdrawn with the padlock in the locked position, which is what prevents someone walking off with the key while the lock hangs open. The Medeco 54515G XT electronic indoor/outdoor padlock is specified as non-key retaining and has a 5/16 inch shackle diameter, so it does not enforce that behavior. If the retention feature is the reason for the specification, confirm it before substituting.
9) Will a Sargent 758-HS-C RJ padlock hold up outdoors through winter?
It is built for it. The shackle carries rubber shields to keep it from freezing up in winter weather, and the shackle itself is hardened steel for cut resistance. Clean it periodically and lubricate the mechanism and it will run year round on exterior gates, yards, and utility enclosures.
10) What is the Sargent 758 padlock made of?
Stainless steel and solid brass make up the padlock body materials, with the shackle in hardened steel. That combination is why it survives outdoor exposure, and the hardened shackle is the part that resists bolt cutters and hacksaws.
11) I want audit trail and electronic access control on my padlocks instead of a mechanical key. What replaces the Sargent 758-HS-C RJ?
The Sargent 758-HS-C RJ is a mechanical padlock on the RJ 1-Bit key system, which keys consistently across a fleet but carries no electronic credential. The Medeco 54515G is an XT electronic indoor/outdoor padlock supplied with cylinder, non-key retaining, with a 5/16 inch shackle diameter. Moving to it means adopting the electronic key and programming that go with the XT system rather than cutting mechanical keys.
12) Will an ABUS 76/40 padlock do the same job as a Sargent 758-HS-C RJ on a chain-link gate?
They are built differently. The Sargent 758-HS-C RJ has a hardened steel shackle plus a 9 inch chain, so it wraps the gate post and frame on its own. The ABUS 76/40 is a plastic-covered aluminum core padlock with a 1/4 inch shackle diameter and 1-37/64 inch width, so the shackle only spans a hasp or a chain you supply, and the plastic cover is there to keep the lock from marring what it touches. For a gate where the lock has to span a gap, the chained Sargent is the closer fit.
13) Which padlock has the thickest shackle if cut resistance is my main concern?
The Sargent 758-HS-C RJ uses a hardened steel shackle for cut resistance, and among the brass and aluminum bodied alternatives the Medeco 5260 carries the largest stated shackle at 7/16 inch diameter, followed by the Schlage KS23D/KS23F and the Medeco 54515G at 5/16 inch. The ABUS 74/40 and 76/40 are 1/4 inch, the ABUS 72/30 is 3/16 inch, and the ABUS T84MB/30 is 13/64 inch, which reflects their lighter safety and marine duty.
14) Does the Sargent 758-HS-C RJ ship ready to use, or do I have to order a cylinder like some padlocks?
The Sargent 758-HS-C RJ comes on the RJ 1-Bit keying system as a complete lock. By contrast, the Medeco 521 G8R weather-tight padlock is supplied less its pop-out cylinder, so a cylinder has to be ordered against it, while the Medeco 54515G XT padlock is listed with cylinder. If you are comparing line items, check whether the cylinder is in the part or a second line.
15) Is the Sargent 758-HS-C RJ a commercial padlock or a residential one?
Commercial. It is catalogued for commercial and industrial duty, and the intended uses are industrial facility security, warehouse and storage, machinery lockout, construction sites, fleet vehicles, and utility infrastructure. For a locker or a garden shed it is more lock than the job needs.
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Does the Sargent 758-HS-C RJ come with a warranty?
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