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The '''BiLevel''' (or '''Medeco<sup>3</sup> BiLevel''') is a [[pin-tumbler]] lock manufactured by [[Medeco]]. It uses a [[sidebar]] as a primary locking mechanism. Each key pin must be rotated in order for the lock to open. [[Medeco]] advertises the BiLevel for key control rather than security against [[lockpicking|picking]] and [[destructive entry]]. <ref>[http://www.assaabloylss.org/products/products_detail.php?category_ID=268&clear=268 Medeco<sup>3</sup> BiLevel Cylinders]</ref>
The '''BiLevel''' (or '''Medeco<sup>3</sup> BiLevel''') is a [[pin-tumbler]] lock manufactured by [[Medeco]]. Unlike Medeco's other systems which use [[axial rotation]], the BiLevel uses [[pin-tumbler]]s and a traditional [[shear line]] as the primary locking mechanisms. [[Medeco]] advertises the BiLevel for key control rather than security against [[lockpicking|picking]] and [[destructive entry]]. <ref>[http://www.assaabloylss.org/products/products_detail.php?category_ID=268&clear=268 Medeco<sup>3</sup> BiLevel Cylinders]</ref>


The BiLevel is a lower security form of the [[Medeco M3]]. It is easily identified by the "m<sup>3</sup>B" logo to the left of the keyway.
The BiLevel is a lower security form of the [[Medeco M3]]. It is easily identified by the "m<sup>3</sup>B" logo to the left of the keyway.
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== Principles of operation ==
== Principles of operation ==
:''See also [[Pin-tumbler#Principles_of_Operation|Pin-tumbler (Principles of Operation)]]''


Unlike Medeco's other systems that use [[axial rotation]] to properly position pin-tumblers with sidebar legs, the BiLevel uses a sidebar that only interfaces with the M3 slider component. The BiLevel is marketted as a lower security (and cheaper) version of the M3 that can be integrated into existing M3 systems.
Unlike Medeco's other systems that use [[axial rotation]] to properly position pin-tumblers with sidebar legs, the BiLevel uses a sidebar that only interfaces with the M3 slider component. The BiLevel is marketted as a lower security (and cheaper) version of the M3 that can be integrated into existing M3 systems.
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Latest revision as of 18:16, 12 February 2021

Medeco BiLevel

Medeco BiLevel
Medeco Bilevel cylinder.jpg
Name Medeco BiLevel
Manufacturer Medeco
Lock Type Cylinder
Lock Design Pin-tumbler, Sidebar
Year(s) Produced 2005 - Present


The BiLevel (or Medeco3 BiLevel) is a pin-tumbler lock manufactured by Medeco. Unlike Medeco's other systems which use axial rotation, the BiLevel uses pin-tumblers and a traditional shear line as the primary locking mechanisms. Medeco advertises the BiLevel for key control rather than security against picking and destructive entry. [1]

The BiLevel is a lower security form of the Medeco M3. It is easily identified by the "m3B" logo to the left of the keyway.

Principles of operation

See also Pin-tumbler (Principles of Operation)

Unlike Medeco's other systems that use axial rotation to properly position pin-tumblers with sidebar legs, the BiLevel uses a sidebar that only interfaces with the M3 slider component. The BiLevel is marketted as a lower security (and cheaper) version of the M3 that can be integrated into existing M3 systems.

Disassembly Instructions

The BiLevel can be disassembled in the same way as a standard pin-tumbler mechanism with consideration for the sidebar and slider components.

  1. Remove the cam or C-clip.
  2. Insert the key and turn the plug 45-90 degrees.
  3. Withdraw the plug from the cylinder. (A plug follower is recommended)

OR

  1. Remove the chamber casings and take out each pin-stack individually
  2. Remove the cam or C-clip.
  3. Withdraw the plug from the cylinder.


Vulnerabilities

The Medeco BiLevel may be vulnerable to one or more of the following:

Gallery

References

See also