Are these good for outdoor use? The padlock I'm currently outdoors using has gotten rusty.
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I'm using mine outdoors on my patio's storage closet. My patio is covered but I'm sure it still sees some weather. I haven't noticed any trouble with mine in the last 4-5 months since I purchased and have been using it.
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I've been using mine outside since September 2013. I use it to keep a wood fence gate locked. I have not unlocked it once or removed it since that time. I live in Minnesota so it has been exposed to all the elements. There is some slight rust in two spots. I would still recommend this for outdoor use. If I had the ability to post a picture here in my response I would. I will complete a review of this lock and add the picture there.
440607
Well it is metal so I do think if outside it might rust. I guess if humidity is not an issue and you keep relatively dry then okay.
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Generally, I wouldn't. I have used locks specifically stated for outdoors use. As far as I know they are made for indoor use only.You may contact Master Lock to ascertain the correct answer. The link is here... https://contact.masterlock.com/52/contactus.aspx Good luck!
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I would say no. I am going to use these outside outside though and just seal them up with silicone. I am sure the sun is going to eat up the rubber coating quickly. I have tested some outside and put in ziplocks and it worked even when raining. They work but I am not sure how long they will last.
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they are not really intended for outdoor use, the manual doesn't really specify, but does warn against using it as an exterior front line of defense type of lock (It can be defeated with a sawzall and a screwdriver...)despite the sales pitch saying that you can use it on your front door.
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All the locks I received are keyed alike. On another subject, those that I have used outdoors are rusting.
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The spring inside might rust. As for a chance of catastrophic failure, I highly doubt it. It is a sturdy cord lock and I have used them in them for years before having to replace them. I have two that have been on my dump sack since 2004.
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I haven't seen any rust issues so far. Buying better hardware certainly won't hurt anything, but I would recommend using some type of thread lubricant to protect the exposed threads as you would in any other outdoor application.
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Jwill, I can't say for sure. Mine show no signs of rust, but they are kept inside and dry. At the price I can not imagine that they are made of high quality stainless steel, so my guess is they will rust if left in an environment that would promote rust.
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Yes, I've used them out side for years. They will rust without protection( I haven't protected them) but still last for years.
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I have ours on our front porch all the time because it has become a great way to keep a hidden key outside. It stays on our front porch, but is covered. I think if it got rained on it would be fine, but if completely left unattended the metal could possibly rust eventually? This is a heavy duty lock, so I think elements would be fine, especially if you attend to it from time to time. Hope this helps.
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I would think so. I ordered them for my boss at my last job. I worked in a diner. They were for the high traffic swinging door from the kitchen into the dining area- constantly being used. As far as durability- I would say yes. Don't know if they would rust or not. Hope this helped
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I installed 2 of these on exterior doors and have had no problems with them, I would not purchase these for doors that I use all of the time, they lock each time the door closes making it a pain to use if you go in and out of the door a lot.
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Would work outdoors, but need to pay attention to whether the fastening screws are rust resistant.
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Hi we use them on our outside gates. What i like about it is that its combination is user-settable, so you can use something you have a chance of actually remembering without writing it down. Yes, I would use one on a locker. Seems very safe. ..or as safe as any lock of this type can be. You are not likely to find anything better , like the extra steel loop bike locks that would be the wrong shape and size for a locker room. good luck
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Yes they will rust.. But they still work great even being rusted. If you could put some type of spray on it that didn't have a odor that would help prevent the rust.
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We live in Florida. It is far too humid to keep a metal stool outdoors. I wouldn't use these outdoors. They are wonderful but I think they would rust if they are exposed to rain.