Locks for suitcases

If you are going on a trip, you should take care of the safety of your belongings. Most often they are carried in suitcases. In this case, the best option would be to install a special security lock. A wide variety of such luggage accessories are currently available.

Consider a few of the most popular suitcase locks.

• Hinged... This type has the lowest degree of reliability. It will be the easiest to rip or hack. But at the same time, such parts have a low cost, they are the simplest models to use. Padlocks can be with a half-open shackle - in this case, the body of the product is equipped with a special mechanism that will hold the key. And they can also be semi-closed - such models have a locking mechanism that is hidden in the case itself. Closed samples are designed in such a way that the entire bow is completely hidden in the case.

• Mortise... These suitcase locks have reliability and aesthetic, neat look. Their cost can vary significantly depending on design features. Cut-in samples are placed inside the product, while they simultaneously perform both the function of protection and the function of fastening.

• Overhead... These models can consist of a pull-out element that is fixed in a special hole in the structure. These varieties are fairly easy to install, they are also easy to operate.

And also locks for suitcases can be divided into two other large groups.

• Code lock. Suitcases equipped with such a security element can only be opened by dialing a certain combination of numbers. The user himself can set a specific code for opening.In this case, the selected sequence will be known only to the one who directly entered the number. The owner will not need to carry a key for such a lock.

• Key lock... This option is considered the most common and simplest. The locks are equipped with a special cylindrical mechanism. Locking is done automatically by pressing the shackle.

Such locks can be divided into two other groups depending on what material they are made of.

• Plastic. Such products are made only from high-quality durable types of plastic. They are considered to be quite durable. But at the same time, such models have less weight.

• Metal... These varieties are durable and reliable. They will be able to last the longest possible period.

Before buying such a protective element for a suitcase, it is worth considering several significant nuances. So, be sure to look at the diameter of the bow. If it is too large, then the element may not penetrate the zipper slider. For most bags, the best option is models with a diameter ranging from 3 to 4 millimeters.

Samples with a width of no more than 25 millimeters would be a suitable option. It is necessary to look at the material from which the castle is made. The most commonly used brass, which is a light and stainless base, has a high strength.

A model made of cast iron will do just fine. It will also have a high level of strength and reliability. But it should be remembered that cast iron parts will be much heavier than simple brass ones. Check that the bow is hardened. This will greatly complicate the process of cutting the lock.

And also decide in advance what type of lock you need: a code model or a simple version with a key. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages. The first option is considered to be quite convenient and practical. A suitcase with such protection can be used by the whole family, without the need to constantly hand over the keys.

When using simple locks, you will not need to memorize a combination of numbers to enter a code. And also in appearance, such varieties often look more reliable and solid. But at the same time, if the keys are lost, the device will have to be broken.

The rules for using such a protective element may vary depending on the type of lock. So, if your suitcase has a lock with a code, then in order to open the bag, you just need to enter the appropriate numbers.

Moreover, such combination locks can be programmable. In this case, the owner of the suitcase can independently come up with a combination of signs.

To unlock the standard locking device, use the key supplied with the lock itself. If the key is lost, then the product will either have to be cut down or hacked.