Type 281 Cylinder Body for Timberline Lock, 3/4" Cylinder Length, Horizontal Mount

Type 281 Cylinder Body For Timberline Use

Type 281 cylinder body is designed as the working core for CompX Timberline lock applications where a precise fit and consistent action are required. The 3/4 inch cylinder length matches installations built around 3/4 inch thick material, so the cylinder body seats correctly through the panel without excess projection. Because this part is a cylinder body for Timberline lock use, it forms the main locking interface that ties your keyed cylinder to the rest of the lock. The product is classified under deadbolt locks, which means it is suited for deadbolt-style Timberline lock setups where positive bolt movement is needed. Brand identification as CompX Timberline lock aligns this body with Timberline systems, supporting consistent component selection on projects that standardize on that line. The manufacturer part number CB-281 gives installers a clear reference for ordering or matching existing hardware during repairs or repeat builds.

Core Cylinder Body Details That Drive Performance

• The 3/4 inch cylinder length is specified for 3/4 inch thick material, so the body spans the panel correctly and positions the lock components where the Timberline mechanism is engineered to operate.
• All locks using this body require a 16.5 mm diameter bore hole, which sets a clear drilling dimension for boring operations and helps produce a tight, consistent fit in production or jobsite work.
• The cylinder body is built for horizontal mount installations, aligning the lock orientation with applications that call for a horizontally mounted Timberline lock layout in furniture or casework.
• A 90 degree rotation is specified for this lock body, defining the operating turn needed to drive the mechanism and helping match cams or lock parts that expect a quarter-turn movement.
• The lock must be installed to lock in a counter clockwise position, so the rotational direction is predetermined and can be matched to the intended handing and user motion on the finished piece.

Horizontal Mount Deadbolt Cylinder Fit Details

This cylinder body is identified for horizontal mount, so the lock layout is intended to sit with the cylinder axis oriented horizontally across the face of the 3/4 inch material. The required 16.5 mm diameter bore hole sets the main mounting interface, guiding drill bit selection and template layout so the cylinder body nests accurately in the panel. Because the cylinder length is 3/4 inch and the material thickness is also 3/4 inch, the working length is balanced to pass through the panel without significant overhang, which keeps the Timberline lock mechanism aligned with the design thickness of the casework. The specified 90 degree rotation defines the operational sweep of the key turn, so installers can coordinate any connected lock components to that quarter-turn movement for dependable locking action.

Using The CB-281 Cylinder Body In Lock Builds

Where This Type 281 Cylinder Body Fits Best

The Type 281 cylinder body is described specifically for 3/4 inch thick material, so it suits casework, panels, or doors that are built on that thickness standard in woodworking projects. Because the product is part of the deadbolt locks class, it integrates into deadbolt-style Timberline lock designs where the cylinder drives a bolt or locking bar rather than just a simple latch. The 16.5 mm diameter bore hole requirement means this body is matched to applications where that metric boring dimension is practical, giving a precise round opening for seating the cylinder. As a cylinder body for CompX Timberline lock use, it slots into Timberline projects that rely on consistent component sizing across runs, so each panel bored to 16.5 mm and 3/4 inch thickness will accept the same CB-281 body layout.

Details That Support Repeatable Lock Installation

The defined 90 degree rotation of this cylinder body standardizes the amount of key turn from unlocked to locked, which helps maintain repeatable feel and alignment across multiple Timberline lock positions on the same installation. Locking in a counter clockwise position is part of the installation requirement, so the direction of travel is fixed and can be integrated into fabrication drawings or shop standards for consistent operation. The stated 3/4 inch cylinder length designed for 3/4 inch material keeps the front and back relationships of the lock body predictable, supporting jigs and boring setups that are tuned to that depth. Because all locks using this body require a 16.5 mm diameter bore hole, drill operations can be standardized across doors and panels, reducing layout variation when placing several CB-281 cylinder bodies across a run of cabinets. The manufacturer part number CB-281 also simplifies repeat ordering when an installation calls for multiple identical cylinder bodies over time.

Common Questions About CB-281 Cylinder Use

Selecting The Right CB-281 Cylinder For Your Job

The Type 281 cylinder body for CompX Timberline lock, with its 3/4 inch cylinder length for 3/4 inch material, is built around a 16.5 mm diameter bore hole and 90 degree rotation that locks counter clockwise. Horizontal mount orientation ties this body to projects laid out for sideways cylinder positioning in deadbolt-style Timberline systems. When your work calls for a cylinder body that matches these drilled dimensions and motion details, choosing the CB-281 part number aligns the lock body with the specified Timberline configuration.