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|lock_design = [[Combination]] | |lock_design = [[Combination]] | ||
|lock_type = Safe lock | |lock_type = Safe lock | ||
| ratings = [[UL_768#Group_1|UL Group 1]] | |||
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| spec_comptype = [[Wheel pack]] | |||
| spec_comp = 3 | |||
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The '''8500''' is a [[UL_768#Group_1|UL Group 1]] [[combination]] lock made by [[Sargent and Greenleaf]]. It is mainly used on [[safes]] and [[vaults]]. | The '''8500''' is a [[UL_768#Group_1|UL Group 1]] [[combination]] lock made by [[Sargent and Greenleaf]]. It is mainly used on [[safes]] and [[vaults]]. | ||
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== Principles of Operation == | == Principles of Operation == | ||
The 8500 uses a spring mechanism to prevent the [[fence]] from touching the [[wheel pack]] during dialing. There is a U-shaped spring connecting the [[lever]] to the case. Unless the gates are aligned properly, this spring will not allow the nose to rest on the drive cam. | The 8500 uses a spring mechanism to prevent the [[fence]] from touching the [[wheel pack]] during dialing. There is a U-shaped spring connecting the [[lever]] to the case. Unless the gates are aligned properly, this spring will not allow the nose to rest on the drive cam. | ||
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Latest revision as of 15:39, 4 January 2023
Sargent and Greenleaf 8500
| S&G 8500 | |
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| Name | S&G 8500 |
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| Manufacturer | Sargent & Greenleaf |
| Lock Type | Safe lock |
| Lock Design | Combination |
| Security Rating(s) | UL Group 1 |
| Specifications | |
| # of Components | 3 |
| Component Type | Wheel pack |
The 8500 is a UL Group 1 combination lock made by Sargent and Greenleaf. It is mainly used on safes and vaults.
Principles of Operation
The 8500 uses a spring mechanism to prevent the fence from touching the wheel pack during dialing. There is a U-shaped spring connecting the lever to the case. Unless the gates are aligned properly, this spring will not allow the nose to rest on the drive cam.
