Plug follower

Plug Follower

A set of followers made by HPC.

A plug follower is a locksmithing tool used in the rekeying of pin-tumbler locks. They are made of metal, wood, or plastic and have a cylindrical shape.

Principles of operation

The diameter of most plug followers is 0.395 to 0.500 inches, but can vary depending on the brand of lock cylinder the follower is being used with. The plug follower slides into a cylinder housing at the same time the plug is being removed. This prevents the driver pins and springs from falling out of the cylinder housing and speeds up the rekeying process.

Gallery

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  HUK follower set

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  Keedex EZ-Load follower

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  Segmented follower

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  Improvised followers

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  Pinning shoe for use with a slotted follower

See also

• Effective Plug Diameter
• Cylinder
• Plug
• Lock

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