What is Lock Snapping?

Posted 08/12/2022 11:33:20

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You may well have heard of “cylinder snapping” or “lock snapping“. Lock snapping is a very common method used by burglars to break into a property that has a euro cylinder lock, lock snapping requires ZERO skill by the thief to snap the lock. Euro lock cylinders prone to lock snapping are found on almost all domestic houses that have UPVC doors, although a significant number of composite & aluminium doors use them too, and they’re often used in commercial as well as domestic environments.

What lock is used to stop lock snapping?
The lock on the above door protecting it from snapping is a euro cylinder lock that is tested and approved to SS312 diamond standard, which makes the lock Anti Snap.

How a lock will protect against lock snapping:

Lock must be tested against lock snapping
– SS312 Diamond approved lock cylinders have been tested to resist this particular type of attack

– Changing your euro profile cylinders will protect your door, providing you with an anti-snap lock on your door.

Fit the lock correctly – a locksmith will also make sure the lock is fitted correctly, not fitting in the correct way will lead it prone to snapping.

There are different sizes of euro locks – Cylinders are available in various sizes, so fitting the correct size is vital.

To get one of these fitted we recommend contacting us at Drummond Security, your local MLA approved locksmith who can advise you on getting one installed to your front and back doors.

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