What is the difference between KW1 SC1 key?

If the bow has straight sides and a triangle-shaped top (like a house), you probably have a KW1 keyway. If the key is diamond-shaped (narrower at the top and bottom and wide in the middle), you probably have a SC1 keyway. However, some aftermarket keys use the same bow shape, regardless of the keyway.

What is a blanking key?

A key blank (sometimes spelled keyblank) is a key that has not been cut to a specific bitting. The blank has a specific cross-sectional profile to match the keyway in a corresponding lock cylinder.

Are Schlage and Kwikset keys compatible?

This is because Schlage and Kwikset locks are not compatible with the same type of key. Their keyways are made differently, therefore you will either want to have all Schlage locks or all Kwikset locks. When you’re at home, you don’t want to use different keys for each lock you own.

What is Kwikset KW1?

This allows a locksmith to key all of your locks to the same key, which means the same key will operate all of the locks in your home. KW1 represents a Kwikset KW1 keyway, and SC1 represents a Schlage SC1 keyway.

What are the most common key blanks?

Top 15 Most Popular Key Blanks Kwikset Titan locks are the most popular use for this key, as well as aftermarket, six pin commercial cylinder. Schlage SC1– This Schlage key blank has been in use for many years and is nearly as popular on aftermarket cylinders as the KW1 key blank.

Are all key blanks the same?

They have either already been programmed and aren’t physically able to take different programming or they are the wrong type of transponder for the vehicle. As an example; Ford has a transponder key that is a “C” blank and a “D” blank. The key profile and the “look” of these keys are visually exactly the same.

Can Ilco keys be duplicated?

Your keys tell who you are. Keys can be copied, but that’s not to say they can’t be unique. Ilco lets you customize them to your taste: choose your color, different from all the others. Whatever solution you want, Ilco will always have a strong, attractive key made of top quality alloys and raw materials.

Is Kwikset better than Schlage?

Also in the non-forced entry category, there is no doubt Schlage is better. With a better, more precise manufacturing process and 2 additional security pins than the Kwikset deadbolt, Schlage locks are significantly harder to pick, bump or compromise in non-destructive ways.

Can Kwikset keys be duplicated?

Yes. You can have duplicate keys made just as you would any regular lock.

Does Kwikset have a lifetime warranty?

1-800-327-LOCK This product comes with a lifetime mechanical and finish warranty to the original residential user of Kwikset against defects in material and workmanship as long as the original user occupies the residential premises upon which the product was originally installed. One year electronic warranty.

What is the difference between KW1 and KW5?

The KW1 is for picking and reading 5 pin Kwikset locks and the KW5 is for 6 pin Kwikset picks. The KW1 and KW5 picked the sample Kwikset locks as expected. One of the major advantages of the new Lishi Picks will be the ability to read the depths of the lock once it is picked and you will be able to make a key.

How many different key blanks are there?

There are upwards of 7,000 different key blanks. This includes commercial, residential, utilities and vehicular key blanks. Most locksmiths maintain a stock of 1,000 or less different key blanks.