Accurate Locksmith is an established, brick-and-mortar
locksmith shop in Ramsey, New Jersey that has been serving the community for
many years. When you come into our shop for a service or product, it is
important that you know what you are looking for. While our experts can always
make sure you come out with what you wanted, here is a list of some basic lock
and locksmith terms that can make searching for keys, safes or keyless entries
much easier.
- Blade – the part of the key that goes into the door.
- Bored Cylindrical Lock – the most common (standard) kind of residential lock.
- Chamber – the holes where springs and pins must be pushed into the unlock position.
- Control Key – the type of key used by a locksmith to remove the cylinder and re-key.
- Cutting a Key – making a new key by cutting with lasers or machinery into an unused blade.
- Deadbolt – a lock that is engaged through turning a knob.
- Key Blank – a cut before it is cut.
- Key Way – the hole where a key is inserted into a lock.
- Re-key – resetting the tumbler so that the lock is opened with a new key.
- Transponder Key – a key with a microchip that is often used for cars. The chip controls the functionality of the key,
- Tumbler – the mechanism which must be moved before a lock opens. Turning a key in the lock engages the tumbler to grant you access.
These are only a few basic locksmith terms that can give you
more insight into how your locks work and what you need in order to keep them
in working order. Accurate Locksmith employs professional Bergen County locksmiths with
extensive knowledge of every system and accessory.
Accurate Locksmith
48 East Main Street
Ramsey, NJ 07446
201-327-4200
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