What material is this lock made with? Stainless steel? Can I install it on my entry door which will be located outside? What material is on the keys (number keys)
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The model that I bought is coated with very durable plastic, not sure whether it has a stainless steel body. The keys are plastic. The lock has been reliable since I installed it more than 1/2 year ago. It was installed on my exterior entry door.
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It "looks" like it should fit an exterior door. I looked at my interior door where I have my electronic door lock and visually compared the width of my exterior doors, and they appear to have similar widths. The keypad does light up for use at night/in the dark. To answer the "weatherproof" question, the best I can tell you is that one of the features the manual lists is "waterproof seals protecting electronic components". As long as you don't leave fingerprints on the buttons, I suppose you could use it on an exterior door. Just consider the risk of the possibility that someone could try to figure out the code all day/night while you are away/asleep because the lock does not include a shutoff/security feature for multiple failed passcode attempts.
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the part that the nut goes on is mild steel, the part that the key goes in is stainless steel. i have it mounted on the outside of my van for at least 2 or 3 years and it still works good, and i live in st. louis, mo. kipp
605393
It's chrome plated metal. It works great, is long as you don't lock the deadbolt from the outside.
1880102
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 recommend you NOT buy this lock. I used this lock on my shed, that is located outside, and it didn't hold up. Something happens to the plastic parts in cold/hot weather, and my code eventually stopped working (1yr old). I just had to cut this lock off! Now I am using the "New Master Lock 653D", and I can already feel that it's sturdier.
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Believe you can contact weather guard and they will send new ones. Think there was a serial number attached to mine which helps them identify the correct key and lock.
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Re security. This is primarily designed as a fire safe. It can be bolted to the floor for added security with an optional (not included) kit. As far as the exposed hinge, it would probably be quicker to cut though the top with a good hole saw than attack the hinge. If you're looking for something that absolutely can not be broken into, you'll want to look at a much heavier, and much more expensive safe. Re the key pad. The manual rates the safe good to 1700 F for one hour. It does not specifically state that the keypad will withstand this temperature, but you can order a replacement key/combo either online or by calling an 800 number. Failing that, simply cut the safe open with a good hole saw made for metal. The safe has a lifetime warranty for the original purchaser. If the safe is damaged in fire, they will replace it. I know this does not specifically answer your question. For more info, contact the manufacturer 800 828 1438 or www.sentrysafe.com
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The lock appears to be stainless; however I would be concerned about weather affecting the combination dials
666704
This is a entry door lock. I don't think it is designed for your application.
1165141
Not really sure what material, probably steel. The key does have the chrome Nissan logo on one side. Key also feels a lot lighter than original one. I wasn't going to pay Nissan $160+ for a replacement, got this key and all I had to pay was programming which was around $50
943128
To a professional lock smith only. You can not get keys made that way most places due to the fact that every lock manufacture has their own pin number to size of pin
1003128
The exterior of the lock is weather resistant; the interior is not. I can't vouch for the exact operating temps but 95F shouldn't be a problem. I have no experience with freezing temps as i live in Los Angeles.
614254
Not sure what metal the keys are made of. The look like typical metal keys. Is your lock a Schlage? My experience is that the vast majority of Schlage residential locks in this country are 5-pin. You can also count the number of "valleys" in your existing key to find out how many pins your lock has. You can use this kit if your lock has been re-keyed.
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I kept one of three sent to me and the one I have has not been out in the weather at its current location so I don't know the answer. The two that I could not open to place the key inside were returned. It is fairly lightweight compared to other styles that I have used, and perhaps if it were made of heavier material it would have operated properly.
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Key Lock is on the outside. Metal Tab must be removed, before attaching lock.
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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.