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Padlocks

What are Padlocks? 

Padlocks are a form of lock characterized by a U-shaped shackle with a flat pad at the top. The pad normally has a group of pin tumblers. Padlocks are made up of three primary parts: the base, or body, the inner locking mechanism, and the outer locking mechanism, also known as the shackle. The shackle is the curved metal rod that slides into the body and locks into the inner locking mechanism.
The lock's body is the most durable and sturdy section. The body is able to bear tremendous amounts of force and abuse. The shackle's diameter and the locking mechanism's range of motion can both expand in proportion to the body's size. The breadth of a padlock's body is a good indicator of its quality. The larger the body is, the more pins may be accommodated by the wider body. The more pins there are in the body, the more difficult it is to pick the lock. A larger body makes the lock more resistant to attacks and it also makes the lock more durable to wear and tear. 

Typical padlocks have a pad and shackle. The shackle is the most vulnerable portion of a padlock, and its removal is necessary for any successful attempt at breaking or destroying the lock. A larger shackle diameter makes cutting the lock harder. Bronze and stainless steel are the typical materials for shackles. If your lock is in a public location, you should have a padlock with a large shackle diameter.

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When a key is inserted into the pad, the pin tumblers are lined up and the shackle will unlock after you turn the key clockwise until the shackle is released. To lock a padlock, the shackle's end is inserted into the lock body's corresponding hole. The padlock is locked when the two are pressed together. After this motion, the shackle is secured within the lock's body and cannot be removed by force. 


When you first start looking at padlocks to purchase, it is important that you buy a padlock that is the right choice for the conditions that the padlock will be put into. If you’re securing a small item, you may want to consider saving some money and buying a combination lock. If you’re securing a building or a storage container, you’ll want to invest more money into buying a padlock with a key. Also remember that if your padlock is going to be outside, you must buy a padlock that can withstand bad weather. 

When you consider buying a padlock for security, it is also important that you choose an appropriately sized padlock. You should first ensure that the width of the entire padlock is a good fit for wherever you are using the padlock. You also want to make sure that the padlock is thick. The more thickness that the lock has, the more resistance the lock will have if it is struck by an intruder. A thick lock will also give the lock a stronger security presence, which could deter an intruder from even attempting to break it. 
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