In order to prevent the lock from being opened without the correct key, keyed euro cylinder locks employ a mechanism consisting of pins of varied lengths. Only the correct key will fit snugly inside the cylinder's opening. A greater number of pins is generally believed to provide a higher level of security than fewer pins.

Thumb-turn cylinder locks function without the use of pins. To unlock the door, the user only needs to twist the thumb-turn on the lock. How a locksmith would go about picking cylinder lock.

5 pin cylinder locks are a type of lock that has five pins.
When it comes to door security, 5 pin locks are considered to be the entry level of protection. Most of the time, they are affordable. However, they should not be used on external doors, as they are only intended for inside doors.

Locks with six pin cylinders
These cylinder locks provide a higher level of security than standard cylinder locks and are appropriate for outdoor doors. Our keyed locks at Latham's Hardware are all 6-pin cylinders, which is the industry standard.

Other queries about the euro cylinder have been answered.
Are euro cylinders a safe investment?
Some vendors have in the past marketed substandard, outmoded variants of euro cylinder locks, which sadly left users vulnerable to break-ins. However, because to advancements in lock technology, euro cylinder locks can now be considered a relatively secure option, provided that they are acquired from a reputable vendor.

Additionally, to achieve the maximum levels of security, you should make certain that you purchase the correct lock for the level of security required as well as the location of the door in your home or business. For example, we recommend that you do not use a five-pin lock on an external door unless absolutely necessary.


Are euro cylinders capable of being reversed?
The design of the lock incorporates double ending cylinders, which can be used either way on the door if desired. Using the example above, the 50/60 size cylinder is the same size as a 60/50 size cylinder, making it possible to use it either way on the door, provided the door has the appropriate thickness.