What type of key does Schlage use?

Schlage uses CNC milling complex keyway shapes to mechanically prevent some non-OEM keys from entering or operating a lock. Schlage keyway types including Primus/Primus XP, Everest, Obverse, Reverse, Numbered or Paracentric, and Quad.

Are all Schlage keys the same?

Please note, products are not keyed alike across functions. Schlage Rekeying Kits provide everything you need to get the job done—including all the tools and parts you need for repinning the cylinders of most Schlage locksets so that they work with a single key. Navigating your way through the Kit tray.

Can any key be used as a bump key?

The process of gaining entry using a bump key is called “bumping,” and it can be very effective. All the cuts on a bump key are made to the maximum depth, so any key blank can be made into a bump key.

What size is a house key?

Amazon.com: Customer Questions & Answers. My house key is 2.5 inches long X 1 inch wide and shaped like a car key.

Can Schlage keys be copied?

Blanks for Schlage’s SC6 keyway, for example, are no longer available at building centres. To have this key copied you will have to go to a locksmith that keeps a selection of older key blanks in stock.

Can two keys be the same?

No two copies of keys are exactly the same, even if they were both made from key blanks that are struck from the same mould or cut from the same duplicating/milling machine with no changes to the bitting settings in between.

How thick is a house key in inches?

Thickness and Gauge Tables

Thickness Comparison Table
Thickness	Imperial	Metric
Nickel	.074 in	1.95 mm
House key	.08 in	2 mm
Standard car windshield	.25 in	6.35 mm

Are there keys that Cannot be duplicated?

The biggest question many people have when it comes to keys being duplicated by a locksmith are the keys labeled as “Do Not Duplicate”. These keys seem like they shouldn’t be able to be duplicated, but that’s a myth. There are no regulations or laws keeping a key with “Do Not Duplicate” on it from being duplicated.