Effective Plug Diameter

Effective Plug Diameter

The Effective Plug Diameter (EPD) equals the key's cut root depth added to the length of the corresponding key pin which creates an operating shear line. The EPD differs from the diameter of the actual plug.

See also

• Plug follower
• Key gauges
• Pin-tumbler
• Glossary

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