Cabinet & Cam Lock Cylinders: 90-Degree and 180-Degree Rotation Standards
Engineering Overview: Technical specifications for threaded industrial cabinet cam locks, evaluating 90-degree versus 180-degree rotation stops and offset cam arms.
Technical & Engineering Specifications
| Material | Solid Brass or Zinc Alloy Body with Steel Cam |
|---|---|
| Body Lengths | 16 mm, 20 mm, 25 mm, 30 mm |
| Body Diameter | 19 mm Double-D Cutout Standard |
| Key Retaining | Key Removable in Locked Position Only or Both |
| Rotation Angles | 90° (Quarter-Turn) or 180° (Half-Turn) |
Industrial Enclosure Locking Mechanics
Cabinet Cam Lock Cylinders provide secure latching for sheet metal enclosures, server racks, mailboxes, and office cabinetry. They feature a threaded tubular brass housing ($\Phi 19 ext{ mm}$ double-D cutout) fastened by an exterior hex nut.
Rotation Stop Options & Cam Arms
- 90° Rotation (Quarter-Turn): Standard for electrical control panels, latching securely in horizontal/vertical orientations.
- 180° Rotation (Half-Turn): Used for multi-drawer locking bars in metal filing cabinets.
- Cam Arm Profiles: Flat, stepped offset (2 mm to 10 mm), or hooked cam arms manufactured from 3 mm zinc-plated or stainless steel.
Frequently Asked Engineering & Selection Questions
Q1: What is a Double-D cutout on a cam lock?
It is a round hole with two flat parallel sides that prevents the cylindrical lock body from spinning when torque is applied.