ASSA Twin V-10
ASSA Twin V-10 (7000)
| ASSA Twin V-10 | |
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| Name | ASSA Twin V-10 |
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| Manufacturer | ASSA |
| Lock Type | Cylinder |
| Lock Design | Pin-tumbler, Sidebar |
| Year(s) Produced | 1996-present[1] |
| Related Locks | |
| ASSA Twin 6000 ASSA Twin Combi ASSA Twin Exclusive ASSA Twin Maximum ASSA Twin Pro | |
The Twin V-10 (or V-10, Twin 7000) is a UL 437 rated pin-tumbler lock made by ASSA. The V-10 is part of the Twin series of locks that use pin-tumbler pairs and a sidebar to provide two layers of security. The V-10 is an updated version of the ASSA Twin 6000 cylinder.
The V-10 is distinct because it is the first of the Twin series to provide geographically distributed sidebar codes to protect against key interchange and unauthorized duplication. It also has a patented key control system that provides a high number of key and sidebar differs.
Principles of operation
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The V-10 key with sidebar bitting.
Finger pins used with the sidebar.
The Twin V-10 sidebar.
The sidebar pins properly aligned.
Disassembly instructions
The V-10 is disassembled in the same way as a traditional pin-tumbler cylinder. The sidebar does not cause too many problems when the plug is removed.
- Remove the cam or C-clip.
- Insert the key and turn the plug 45-90 degrees.
- Withdraw the plug from the cylinder. (A plug follower is recommended)
OR
- Remove the chamber casings and take out each pin-stack individually
- Remove the cam or C-clip.
- Withdraw the plug from the cylinder.
Vulnerabilities
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Gallery
Pins and springs used in the V-10 system.
Counter milling in the plug chambers provides manipulation resistance.
