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(ABUS model 160 is a 3 or 4-digit combination padlock with resettable code.)
 
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[[File:abus-160_40.jpg|thumb|alt=Image of an ABUS 160/40 with the shackle opened and code "000" entered on the dials.|ABUS model 160/40 in opened state.]]
= ABUS 160 =
= ABUS model 160 =


== Overview ==
{{Lock model
ABUS model 160 is a combination padlock with a resettable 3- or 4-digit decimal code for use in low to medium security applications where convenience is a priority.
|name = ABUS 160
|Img = File:abus-160_40.jpg
|Img_size = 150
|maker = [[ABUS]]
|lock_type = [[Padlock]]
|lock_design = [[Combination]]
}}


== Operation ==
The '''160''' is a [[combination]] padlock made by [[ABUS]]. It features a resettable 3 or 4-digit code, with each wheel controlling a different digit of the combination. In a three digit 160, there are 1,000 (10<sup>3</sup>) theoretical combinations. The ABUS 160 is primarily used in low to medium security applications where convenience is a priority.
 
 
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== Principles of Operation ==
The shackle can only be opened when the correct code is dialed and this is required in order to reset the code. With the correct code dialed in the user pulls out the shackle, turns the key on the right-hand side of the lock 90 degrees clockwise and sets the new code on the dials. The new code is in effect once the key is turned back to the vertical position.
The shackle can only be opened when the correct code is dialed and this is required in order to reset the code. With the correct code dialed in the user pulls out the shackle, turns the key on the right-hand side of the lock 90 degrees clockwise and sets the new code on the dials. The new code is in effect once the key is turned back to the vertical position.


== Construction ==
== Construction ==
Lock housing is made from a top and bottom part joined together via four rivets visible on the back of the lock.
The lock housing is made from a top and bottom part joined together via four rivets visible on the back of the lock.


== Model listing ==
== Model listing ==
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* 160/50 - 50 mm shackle, 4 digit code, ABUS security classification 6
* 160/50 - 50 mm shackle, 4 digit code, ABUS security classification 6
* 160/50 HB 50 - 50 mm shackle (extended length), 4 digit code, ABUS security classification 5
* 160/50 HB 50 - 50 mm shackle (extended length), 4 digit code, ABUS security classification 5
== Vulnerabilities ==
The 160 is vulnerable to the following attacks:
* [[Decoding]]
* [[Bypass]]


== External links ==
== External links ==
* [http://www.abus.de/us/main.asp?ScreenLang=us&sid=577661400113181411200919411615761&select=0103b06&artikel=4003318029875 ABUS product page for model 160 padlock]
* [http://www.abus.de/us/main.asp?ScreenLang=us&sid=577661400113181411200919411615761&select=0103b06&artikel=4003318029875 ABUS 160 product page]
 
== See also ==
 
* [[Combination]]
* [[ABUS]]
* [[Lock]]
 
[[Category:ABUS|160]]
[[Category:Combination locks]]

Revision as of 19:53, 14 November 2009

ABUS 160

ABUS 160
Abus-160 40.jpg
Name ABUS 160
Manufacturer ABUS
Lock Type Padlock
Lock Design Combination


The 160 is a combination padlock made by ABUS. It features a resettable 3 or 4-digit code, with each wheel controlling a different digit of the combination. In a three digit 160, there are 1,000 (103) theoretical combinations. The ABUS 160 is primarily used in low to medium security applications where convenience is a priority.



Principles of Operation

The shackle can only be opened when the correct code is dialed and this is required in order to reset the code. With the correct code dialed in the user pulls out the shackle, turns the key on the right-hand side of the lock 90 degrees clockwise and sets the new code on the dials. The new code is in effect once the key is turned back to the vertical position.

Construction

The lock housing is made from a top and bottom part joined together via four rivets visible on the back of the lock.

Model listing

  • 160/40 - 40 mm shackle, 3 digit code, ABUS security classification 5
  • 160/50 - 50 mm shackle, 4 digit code, ABUS security classification 6
  • 160/50 HB 50 - 50 mm shackle (extended length), 4 digit code, ABUS security classification 5

Vulnerabilities

The 160 is vulnerable to the following attacks:

External links

See also