Type 255 Cam Body for Timberline Locks, 3/4" Cam Length, Double Door Lock

Type 255 Cam Body For Double Door Locking

Type 255 cam body is a CompX Timberline lock body designed as a surface mounted double door lock that secures two adjacent doors with one mechanism. The surface mounted design places the lock body on the door face, which simplifies layout on existing cabinet doors. This cylinder body locks both doors without the use of a spring catch, so the doors are positively secured by the cam rather than relying on spring tension. It works with either overlay or inset doors, giving flexibility when matching mixed door conditions on the same run. The lock requires a 16.5 mm diameter bore hole, providing a clear drilling target that suits standard cabinet boring setups. The cam body uses a 3/4 inch cam length, which sets a consistent throw distance for engaging the matching strike plates on double doors.

Double Door Cam Body Details That Speed Layout

• The Timberline Type 255 double door lock is surface mounted, so positioning is based on door face reference points, helping streamline retrofit work on existing casework.
• The design locks two adjacent doors without a spring catch, so the cam itself provides the hold, which supports consistent engagement on doors that see frequent use.
• Operation is counter-clockwise to lock, giving a clear, repeatable key turn direction that helps reduce confusion where multiple lock types are installed in the same area.
• The key is removable in both locked and unlocked positions, allowing the lock to function as a keyed control point without forcing the key to stay during normal door use.
• Compatibility with both overlay and inset doors lets one lock style serve different door constructions in a project, which can simplify product standardization across cabinets.
• The required 16.5 mm diameter bore hole centers the cylinder body in a predictable location, supporting accurate drilling setups and consistent alignment with the double door strike plates.

Mounting And Bore Details For Type 255 Lock

This Timberline Type 255 double door lock uses surface mounting, so the lock body sits on the door surface while the cylinder passes through a 16.5 mm diameter bore hole. That bore requirement defines the drill bit size for cabinet or fixture doors using this lock body. The 3/4 inch cam length determines how far the cam reaches to meet the TLSP100 and TLSP257 strike plates, supporting reliable engagement on properly positioned double doors. Turning the key counter-clockwise to lock provides a consistent action for users, while key removal in both locked and unlocked positions keeps operation straightforward in daily use.

Using The Timberline Type 255 In Cabinet Runs

Where The Timberline Type 255 Cam Body Fits

The Timberline Type 255 double door lock is a surface mounted lock body used on two adjacent doors, so it suits cabinets or enclosures where a single keyed point secures a pair of doors. Because it works with either overlay or inset doors, it can be used across different cabinet styles within the same installation without changing lock families. The 16.5 mm diameter bore hole requirement ties the cylinder body to a specific hole size, which fits common boring equipment used in woodworking and casework shops. The 3/4 inch cam length is matched to TLSP100 and TLSP257 strike plates, so the lock body serves as the drive point that pulls both doors into the strikes. The CB-255 cylinder body designation connects directly to Timberline locks, making it part of a coordinated lock and hardware system for casework.

Details That Support Consistent Locking Performance

The design that locks both doors without the use of a spring catch means the cam does the holding work, which keeps engagement dependent on mechanical position rather than spring force. This plates the focus on accurate boring and strike placement, which supports repeatable performance over time. Turning the key counter-clockwise to lock standardizes user action across Timberline installations that use this Type 255 body. Key removal in both locked and unlocked positions lets users lock, unlock, and pocket the key immediately, helping keep traffic flowing around casework doors. The 3/4 inch cam length paired with the defined 16.5 mm bore location sets a repeatable geometry between cylinder, cam, and TLSP100 and TLSP257 strike plates. This geometry simplifies layout in production runs because door and frame drilling patterns stay constant across multiple cabinets. The fact that TLSP100 and TLSP257 strike plates are specified for this lock body identifies the mating hardware, which supports a coordinated double door closure where the cam engages both strikes for secure locking.

Common Questions About The Type 255 Cam Body

Selecting The Timberline Type 255 For Your Doors

The Timberline Type 255 cam body pairs a surface mounted double door lock with a defined 16.5 mm bore hole and 3/4 inch cam length, giving clear layout points for casework shops. Its ability to work with both overlay and inset doors lets one CB-255 cylinder body address varied cabinet styles on a job. Specified TLSP100 and TLSP257 strike plates align directly with this lock, identifying the mating hardware. When a project calls for a CompX Timberline lock body that secures two adjacent doors through one keyed point, this Type 255 cam body provides the defined geometry and operation needed.