EN 1303:2015 Digit 7: Key Security Grade 6 100,000 Differs and Anti-Pick Standards
Engineering Overview: Technical guide on EN 1303:2015 Digit 7 Grade 6 key security requirements, mandating 100,000 minimum differs and anti-picking protections.
Technical & Engineering Specifications
| Rating Tier | Grade 6 (Maximum Key Related Security) |
|---|---|
| Minimum Differs | 100,000 Certified Unique Combinations |
| Standard Reference | EN 1303:2015 Section 4.8 (Digit 7) |
| Minimum Active Pins | 6 Movable Pin Tumblers |
| Anti-Pick Protection | Mandatory False Shear Pin Array |
European Key Security Benchmark
In EN 1303:2015, Digit 7 (Key Related Security) defines the mathematical and physical difficulty of bypassing the keying code.
Grade 6 Mandatory Engineering Criteria
- Minimum Effective Differs: At least 100,000 unique non-interchangeable differs.
- Minimum Movable Pins: At least 6 active pin tumblers.
- MACS Adherence: Strict adherence to Maximum Adjacent Cut Specifications.
- Anti-Pick Resistance: Mandatory inclusion of spool, mushroom, or serrated driver pins to resist manipulation.
Frequently Asked Engineering & Selection Questions
Q1: What is required to achieve EN 1303 Key Security Grade 6?
The cylinder must have at least 6 active pins, 100,000 effective differs, MACS compliance, and proven anti-picking protection.