Detainers
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| + | A '''detainer''' is a generic term for a component of a lock that restricts the ability to actuate (lock or unlock) the lock in some way. Use of the term is highly contextual and may refer to: | ||
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| + | * The primary lock components, such as [[Pin tumbler|pins]], [[lever]]s, [[disc detainer|discs]], etc. | ||
| + | * Secondary, internal mechanisms that restrict lock operation, such as [[sidebar]]s, [[Detainer Levers|detainer levers]], the Disc Blocking System in the [[Abloy Protec]], etc. | ||
| + | * The components that fasten the lock to a container, such as a [[bolt]] or [[shackle]] | ||
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| + | ==See also== | ||
| + | * [[Lock]] | ||
| + | * [[Lockpicking]] | ||
| + | * [[Lever]] | ||
| + | * [[Sidebar]] | ||
| + | * [[Disc detainer]] | ||
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| + | [[Category:Locks]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Disc-detainer locks]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:40, 2 February 2021
[edit] Detainers
A detainer is a generic term for a component of a lock that restricts the ability to actuate (lock or unlock) the lock in some way. Use of the term is highly contextual and may refer to:
- The primary lock components, such as pins, levers, discs, etc.
- Secondary, internal mechanisms that restrict lock operation, such as sidebars, detainer levers, the Disc Blocking System in the Abloy Protec, etc.
- The components that fasten the lock to a container, such as a bolt or shackle
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