Interchangeable core - Revision history

Sandplum: added link to article "Mastering IC Pin Stack Mathematics"

2023-01-30T23:40:44Z

added link to article "Mastering IC Pin Stack Mathematics"

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	However, the time saving benefits of an interchangeable core and the fact the work does not need to be completed by a locksmith mean that in the event of a key breach, locks can be changed quickly and efficiently by staff rather than a professional locksmith.		However, the time saving benefits of an interchangeable core and the fact the work does not need to be completed by a locksmith mean that in the event of a key breach, locks can be changed quickly and efficiently by staff rather than a professional locksmith.


			== External Links ==
			* [https://www.locksmithledger.com/locks/cylinders-high-security/article/10228229/mastering-ic-pin-stack-mathematics "Mastering IC Pin Stack Mathematics"]. ''Locksmith Ledger''. 1 June 2010. Retrieved 30 January 2023.


	== See also ==		== See also ==

Sandplum: added See Also: BEST. clean-up.

2023-01-30T11:32:31Z

added See Also: BEST. clean-up.

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	[[Image:Interchangable_Core_Lockwiki.JPG\|thumb\|right\|text-top\|300px\|Interchangable Lock Core]]		[[Image:Interchangable_Core_Lockwiki.JPG\|thumb\|right\|text-top\|300px\|Interchangable Lock Core]]

	An '''interchangeable core'' is a lock core that can be replaced without fully disassembling the lock. Interchangeable cores typically come in the "Figure 8" form factor. They are characterized by their ability to be changed by the end user rather than a [[locksmith]].		An '''interchangeable core'' is a lock core that can be replaced without fully disassembling the lock. Interchangeable cores typically come in the "Figure 8" form factor. They are characterized by their ability to be changed by the end user rather than a [[Locksmithing\|locksmith]].

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	==Function==		==Function==

	The opening and closing of an interchangeable core is exactly the same as it would be on a full form factor lock of the same type. (For example [[~~Pin~~ tumbler]].)		The opening and closing of an interchangeable core is exactly the same as it would be on a full form factor lock of the same type. (For example, a [[Pin_tumbler \|pin-tumbler]] lock.)

	In most interchangeable cores changing of cores is done by using a special key known as a "Control Key" or "Interchange Key". This key functions as a normal key would, but it unlocks the holding mechanism for the core, allowing it to slide out.		In most interchangeable cores changing of cores is done by using a special key known as a "Control Key" or "Interchange Key". This key functions as a normal key would, but it unlocks the holding mechanism for the core, allowing it to slide out.

	Other interchangeable cores (mostly on padlocks) use a single retaining screw below the clasp to hold the core in place, however there is debate about if this is still technically ~~and~~ interchangeable core.		Other interchangeable cores (mostly on [[Padlock \|padlocks]]) use a single retaining screw below the clasp to hold the core in place, however there is debate about if this is still technically an interchangeable core.

	==Security==		==Security==
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	The addition of an extra one or more pins controlled by the control key leave at least one extra possible correct position for the lock. Making it easier to pick.		The addition of an extra one or more pins controlled by the control key leave at least one extra possible correct position for the lock. Making it easier to pick.

	However the time saving benefits of an interchangeable core and the fact the work does not need to be completed by a locksmith mean that in the event of a key breach, locks can be changed quickly and efficiently by staff rather than a professional locksmith.		However, the time saving benefits of an interchangeable core and the fact the work does not need to be completed by a locksmith mean that in the event of a key breach, locks can be changed quickly and efficiently by staff rather than a professional locksmith.

	== See also ==		== See also ==
			* [[BEST]]
	* [[Master keying]]		* [[Master keying]]

Datagram at 18:29, 23 November 2011

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	An ~~Interchangeable Core~~ is a lock core that can be ~~changed~~ without fully disassembling the lock. ~~The~~ cores ~~generally~~ come in a "Figure ~~Eight~~" form factor. ~~Interchangeable cores~~ are ~~generally also~~ characterized by their ability to be changed by the end user, rather than a locksmith.		An '''interchangeable core'' is a lock core that can be replaced without fully disassembling the lock. Interchangeable cores typically come in the "Figure 8" form factor. They are characterized by their ability to be changed by the end user rather than a [[locksmith]].

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	==Function==		==Function==

	The opening and closing of an interchangeable core is exactly the same as it would be on a full form factor lock of the same type. (For example [[Pin tumbler]].)		The opening and closing of an interchangeable core is exactly the same as it would be on a full form factor lock of the same type. (For example [[Pin tumbler]].)

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	However the time saving benefits of an interchangeable core and the fact the work does not need to be completed by a locksmith mean that in the event of a key breach, locks can be changed quickly and efficiently by staff rather than a professional locksmith.		However the time saving benefits of an interchangeable core and the fact the work does not need to be completed by a locksmith mean that in the event of a key breach, locks can be changed quickly and efficiently by staff rather than a professional locksmith.

			== See also ==
			* [[Master keying]]

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Nickinator: Put more info on ICs being easier to pick.

2011-07-09T05:31:44Z

Put more info on ICs being easier to pick.

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	Interchangeable cores have both security benefits and downsides.		Interchangeable cores have both security benefits and downsides.

	The addition of an extra one or more pins controlled by the control key leave at least one extra possible correct position.		The addition of an extra one or more pins controlled by the control key leave at least one extra possible correct position for the lock. Making it easier to pick.

	However the time saving benefits of an interchangeable core and the fact the work does not need to be completed by a locksmith mean that in the event of a key breach, locks can be changed quickly and efficiently by staff rather than a professional locksmith.		However the time saving benefits of an interchangeable core and the fact the work does not need to be completed by a locksmith mean that in the event of a key breach, locks can be changed quickly and efficiently by staff rather than a professional locksmith.

Datagram: moved Interchangeable Core to Interchangeable core: Please use lowercase names where possible; wiki linking is case sensitive and lowercase makes it easier to add into a paragraph (esp when you want to pluralize, etc).

2011-07-08T15:29:40Z

moved Interchangeable Core to Interchangeable core: Please use lowercase names where possible; wiki linking is case sensitive and lowercase makes it easier to add into a paragraph (esp when you want to pluralize, etc).

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Nickinator: Created the page, embedded photo.

2011-07-08T13:39:56Z

Created the page, embedded photo.

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=Interchangeable Core=

[[Image:Interchangable_Core_Lockwiki.JPG|thumb|right|text-top|300px|Interchangable Lock Core]]

An Interchangeable Core is a lock core that can be changed without fully disassembling the lock. The cores generally come in a "Figure Eight" form factor. Interchangeable cores are generally also characterized by their ability to be changed by the end user, rather than a locksmith.
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==Function==
The opening and closing of an interchangeable core is exactly the same as it would be on a full form factor lock of the same type. (For example [[Pin tumbler]].)

In most interchangeable cores changing of cores is done by using a special key known as a "Control Key" or "Interchange Key". This key functions as a normal key would, but it unlocks the holding mechanism for the core, allowing it to slide out.

Other interchangeable cores (mostly on padlocks) use a single retaining screw below the clasp to hold the core in place, however there is debate about if this is still technically and interchangeable core.

==Security==
Interchangeable cores have both security benefits and downsides.

The addition of an extra one or more pins controlled by the control key leave at least one extra possible correct position.

However the time saving benefits of an interchangeable core and the fact the work does not need to be completed by a locksmith mean that in the event of a key breach, locks can be changed quickly and efficiently by staff rather than a professional locksmith.