Do the numbers wear on the commonly used keys (for your PIN entry?) That is, after repeated use, can a person tell which keys are pressed most often?
1603712
I haven't noticed any wear on the numbers... I also, however, change the code every couple of months to avoid that from happening... also I find it good to change just in case the old code got spread around too much. Everyone loves the lock. I love the fact that I don't need to fumble for keys.
1603713
We've had our lock(s) for less than a year, so can't definitely answer, but the key buttons are very well made. I think you should not be concerned. I would be less concerned about such wear than I would with a telephone key pad, which gets a lot more use.
1603714
Mine is 3 years old now.. there is silicone (or something like it) over the keys.. so no.. they do not show wear. I use my key code several times a day and have never changed it. Allows for multiple codes.. so my family has one that never changes and no-one else gets it. Then I add new codes for new visitors and delete those codes when they go home. It's great!! I also keep a "spare code" programmed in at all times. If an emergency comes up - I give out that code (and erase it when I get home and add a new "spare").
1603715
My daughter has used one of these for a number of years and I haven't been able to learn the code (some times a frustration) from the wear on the keys. Changing every now and then is a good idea for several reasons or have a number of codes installed.
1603716
We have had three of these for at least five years and the number pads all look the same. I have not changed the codes in about two yearsThe finish on the garage lock is rough but the keys still look good.
1603717
...even if one could identify the 4 most commonly used keys, there would still be 256 potential combinations since numbers can be repeated. I have had one of these for six years, and while the numbers have not worn, the buttons which are pushed most frequently are a bit dirtier than the numbers that never get pushed. They are not dirty but there is slight discoloration. However, since my wife and family each have separate codes, 8 out of the 10 buttons get used at some point. All that said, the keys are still clean and the oft used button are only barely discolored.
1603718
The numbers do wear after several years. Our company has about 22 of these and in a couple of units the key numbers are fading. This after about 5 years.
1603719
Even if they don't, you should rotate (change) the codes frequently enough so that over time, all the buttons (keys) are pressed equally often.
1603720
No, Your commonsense thought of keypad surface deterioration due to use is not an issue at this time. Your thought of visible use (Surface Deterioration) is an issue that I had not considered prior to our purchase. Your question compelled me to conduct a thorough review of our keypad.
2149321
yes it can be unfortunately easy to technically rekeyit to a key you don't possess. Actually what can happen is if the key is not fully inserted or slides out turning the turn operation of rekeying: the pins can get to set to a position only achievable when the key is again in that intermediate position. This can make it very difficult if not nearly impossible to reenter rekeying. You cannot rekey without the current key (without getting all the pins in the current unlock position). But yes it works really well and very easily when done properly and carefully.
230929
Yes, mine keys on the old one did disappear. I have only had this new one for a few months, and it is a huge improvement over the old one in general, but I don't know yet how long the letters will last. I am hopeful!
2008346
Not at first but after awhile the keys get a weird stickiness to them and become hard to press if not pressed EXACTLY in the middle of the key. I eventually threw mine away it got so irritating.
1770130
Yes, there are software programs such as 'keytweak' that allow you to re-map your keys. I frequently re-map home/end & page up/down so that home and end can be pressed without using the FN key
1025870
I don't see any way to change the frequency as in another set that I have of a different brand, but I did notice a sticker with a number similar to padlocks. I'm assuming that like pad locks if you have the same code number they will use the same key. So I don't know how many of the same number they have but chances are that if you do not order two at the same time and place they will be different. However there is a 2-pack of 5 available that I'm sure it doesn't have the same code or frequency.
13249
The keys are laser etched. This means they will wear significantly slower than keys that are only printed on, but they will not last practically forever like the old IBM keyboards that actually had a separate black piece of plastic inside the keys instead of only a top layer applied. Consider the cost of the product, you will have to pay significantly more to get that type of keyboard because they're considered a niche product and also tend to have mechanical switches in them that further raises the cost.To make any keyboard's key markings last as long as possible, only use it with clean hands, clean dirt off before it builds up much, and above all keep your fingernails trimmed short. The keys are laser etched. This means they will wear significantly slower than keys that are only printed on, but they will not last practically forever like the old IBM keyboards that actually had a separate black piece of plastic inside the keys instead of only a top layer applied. Consider the cost of the product, you will have to pay significantly more to get that type of keyboard because they're considered a niche product and also tend to have mechanical switches in them that further raises the cost.To make any keyboard's key markings last as long as possible, only use it... » Read More The keys are laser etched. This means they will wear significantly slower than keys that are only printed on, but they will not last practically forever like the old IBM keyboards that actually had a separate black piece of plastic inside the keys instead of only a top layer applied. Consider the cost of the product, you will have to pay significantly more to get that type of keyboard because they're considered a niche product and also tend to have mechanical switches in them that further raises the cost.To make any keyboard's key markings last as long as possible, only use it with clean hands, clean dirt off before it builds up much, and above all keep your fingernails trimmed short. « Show Less
398981
Not necessarily. You will get a random set of pins and keys that match. If you happen to be lucky, you might get the pins that match they key you have (unlikely). There are much more expensive sets (~$100+) that will allow you to rekey a lock to any particular key.
408832
Approximately 25 locks can be rekeyed. However, each lock has 5-6 pins and you get 50 of each pin. If you're locks use a lot of any one size then you won't be able to rekey that many.
1113527
I really do not think so - when you change the code, you actually pull pins from the inside of the unit. You can adjust how many digits the code has by inserting dummy pins. But the order of the numbers is not part of the code - just that all numbers are pressed. That is, code 1-2-3 is the same as 3-2-1...the numbers effectively "stay in" when you press them until you turn the knob or clear the code (the "C" button is not very clearly marked.
1266067
I labeled a key for a door at work many months ago. I use the key daily and the lock is very hard to turn so I have to squeeze the key (and label) very hard. This key has become slightly faded but still very readable. I figure it will be another year before I have to rewrite the name on it. All the other keys that I use less look great. They even get wet.
2022047
I'll keep your tip in mind just in case I ever need it. So far (2+ months extensive use), I haven't had a problem with any of those keys, and I use the keypad instead of WASD as 'normal' people do.
1807410
yep, that wont be a problem at all. just don't use a great big key tag on the keys. use a smaller key tag, if you are going to use one at all.
972698
Yes each set has its own keys. I bought a few of them, most work with the same key but a few are unique.
725145
I bought the 3 color and have had no problem with keys sticking as yet. I'm still very pleased with this keyboard. But as I mentioned, I'm no speed typist either so that may be a reason I've had no problem with sticking keys since I demand less of them.
775583
I ordered two of these a month or two ago and they were both keyed the same. You end up with 4 of the same keys. Hope this helps.
978471
NO. Only after 4 have been pressed. It give you a RED light Then you have to wait a second then enter correct code. I have 5 of these and love them.