Weston Body Hardware provides answers to difficult engineering questions associated with the area of access control, whether for vehicles or for enclosures and large units like generators, compressors and other items of capital plant. Specialising in concepts for lock-and latch-systems, including all types of handles and hinges, WBH has already translated this needs into an large range of fully-proven hardware, readily available at short notice. WBH is one the world's premier hardware manufacturers, with most items being made in our own factories or from our own proprietary tooling. Whatever your lock, latch, hinge or handle requirements, WBH, can provide or quickly develop products to meet your exact requirements. C
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LOCK & KEY SPECIFICATIONS - CUSTOMISED KEYS

Most WBH locking products use the ‘disc’ or ‘wafer’ type of lock cylinder, based on zinc-diecast bodies of 12.5 mm diameter, with 5 brass tumblers. Several lock series are available, as illustrated here, and we can also match competitors key types (‘92’, ‘Ronis’, ‘DLP’, and some Japanese and American series).

Keys are normally steel, fluted, cut, stamped and barrelled before nickel-plating to 5 microns thickness. This ensures smooth operation with no sharp edges and good wear-resistance.

Lock products are made as ‘mixed differs’ (typically, 20 different key numbers per 100 units) or ‘keyed-alike’, using a single, common key number. To special order locks can be built in pairs, sets etc. Spare keys or ‘blanks’ are readily available.
customised keys   ‘FS’ Key Series
These distinctive ‘hexagon’- headed keys are cut on one side only (‘single-entry’), and fluted on both faces so that cylinders resist screwdriver entry. The range has 80 combinations (‘differs’) from FS 876-955, which can be extended to 180, maximum.
This is our standard series for handles and small locks and cannot be master-keyed. Keys can be ‘coined’ with a logo when volume is sufficient.		  
keys ‘FT’ Key Series
‘Coffin’-headed ‘FT’ keys are cut on both sides (‘double-entry’) for greater convenience. The range has 75 combinations (‘differs’) which can be extended to 180, maximum, in range FT101-225.
This series is used for our more recent product designs and cannot be master-keyed.
keys S’ KEY SERIES
A double-entry series used mostly in locking filler caps. It is similar to ‘FT’ but has different fluting and seven ‘cuts’, allowing up to 500 ‘differs’. It is used with special lock cylinders having larger-sized tumblers, thus achieving higher levels of security for automotive applications.
moudled keys

MOULDED KEY-HEADS WITH NICKEL-SILVER BLADES
As an option, both ‘FS’ & ‘FT’ keys can be supplied with nickel-silver blades for complete corrosion resistance. These keys use moulded heads, in two styles as shown, with key number stamped on joining ‘strap’ or on separate stainless steel ‘tally’.
The larger key-head contains a circular recess which accepts a logo disc for a fully-customised product. An illuminated key-head of same size is also available.
 
Explanation of symbols
These symbols are used to explain the characteristics of each product
Features: special points which distinguish the WBH product from other makes
Operation: How does the product work? What does it do?
Movement: The direction and amount of travel with handles, latches, etc.
Fixing: Method of installation and details of fitting
Key types: With locking products, the various key series available
Finish: Types of surface finish offered as standard
Materials: Whether stainless or mild steel, diecast, or moulded materials
Options: Various ways in which an item can be customised
Testing: Details of testing carried out and performance results.
Use With: Guide to mating parts within the WBH range
Alternative to: Noting where WBH products are equivalent to industry standards
Economy: Where an item represents exceptionally good value for money

Weston Body Hardware, Crossgate Road, Park Farm, Redditch B98 7SN Telephone 01527 516060 Facsimile 01527 526060