CompX National Disc Tumbler Cam Lock, 1-3/4" Cylinder with 90 and 180 Degree CW and CCW Rotation, Bright Nickel C8060-MKKD-14A
Description
CompX National Disc Tumbler Cam Lock Function
CompX National disc tumbler cam lock with a 1-3/4 inch cylinder provides a keyed locking point for drawers and right-hand or left-hand doors, so you can secure cabinet fronts using a familiar, compact lock format. The bright nickel finish on this cam lock presents a clean, neutral appearance that fits a wide range of commercial and shop cabinetry. The lock supports both 90 degree and 180 degree clockwise and counterclockwise cam rotation, which allows you to match the throw of the cam to the cabinet design and the required latch travel. Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions means the key can be taken out after turning the lock either way, which supports workflows where multiple locks are keyed on-site without needing to leave keys in place during setup.
Cam Lock Details That Support Real Jobs
- The 1-3/4 inch cylinder length sets how much material the lock can pass through, so the front and frame thickness for overlay construction must not exceed this length to allow the cam to operate correctly.
- Cams for lipped or overlay construction use a straight cam with a 1-1/2 inch extension, giving extended reach behind the front so the cam can catch properly on a frame or strike.
- Cams for flush construction use a formed cam with a 1-1/8 inch extension and 11/32 inch offset, which positions the cam where a flush door or drawer front needs contact for reliable locking.
- Stop washers for both 90 degree and 180 degree cam turns make it possible to choose shorter or longer cam travel, so the installer can match how far the cam swings to the hardware layout.
- Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions supports keyed workflows where the lock may be operated and then left without a key hanging, which can simplify handling on busy cabinet lines.
Cam Lock Mounting And Rotation Setup
This CompX National cam lock uses stop washers to define whether the cam turns 90 degrees or 180 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise, so the same body can be configured to match different door swings or drawer layouts. The relationship between the 1-3/4 inch cylinder length and the combined front and frame thickness in overlay applications controls where the cam lands, which is important for getting positive engagement without binding. For lipped or overlay construction, the straight cam with 1-1/2 inch extension delivers reach into the cabinet interior, while for flush construction, the formed cam with 1-1/8 inch extension and 11/32 inch offset positions the cam where a flush front needs contact. These rotation and cam geometry options help align the locking point to the cabinet design without changing the lock body.
Using This Cam Lock In Cabinet Projects
Where This CompX Cam Lock Is Applied
This cam lock is intended for drawers and right-hand or left-hand doors, so it fits typical cabinet, casework, or fixture layouts where a rotating cam secures the front. In overlay or lipped construction, the straight cam with its 1-1/2 inch extension swings behind the front to hook onto a frame or keeper, which supports doors that sit over a face. In flush construction, the formed cam with 1-1/8 inch extension and 11/32 inch offset lands in line with the plane of the front, which keeps the cam travel close to the cabinet side or frame. For overlay applications using a 3/4 inch front and 3/4 inch frame, the product data specifies that the NLC8073 lock and NLC7014-2C cam are used to accommodate that construction, indicating that this C8060-MKKD-14A is oriented toward other front and frame combinations.
Details That Help Repeatable Lock Installation
The 1-3/4 inch cylinder establishes a consistent bore depth through the door or drawer front, which helps installers repeat the same drilling setup across multiple cabinets. Stock keying for this C8060-14A MK KD lock follows KD, or keyed different, meaning each lock uses various lock numbers, which can matter when assigning unique keys to different cabinets. The ability for the cam to rotate 90 degrees or 180 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise using the provided stop washers supports standardizing one lock body across several cabinet positions while still matching different required cam throws. Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions allows the key to be taken away after cycling the lock either way, which can support staged installation or later key control without changing the basic mounting. Together, these defined dimensions, keying, and cam rotation options help keep installation layouts consistent while serving multiple cabinet configurations.
Common Questions About This CompX National Cam Lock
What type of lock is the C8060-MKKD-14A?
The C8060-MKKD-14A is a CompX National disc tumbler cam lock with a 1-3/4 inch cylinder, so it uses a rotating cam to secure drawers or cabinet doors.
Where is this CompX National cam lock typically used?
This CompX National disc tumbler cam lock is for drawers and right-hand or left-hand doors, fitting standard cabinet and casework layouts needing a keyed cam action.
How does the 1-3/4 inch cylinder affect installation?
The 1-3/4 inch cylinder length limits the combined front and frame thickness in overlay applications so the cam can extend far enough to engage without interference.
What cam options are provided for different cabinet constructions?
The lock uses a straight cam with 1-1/2 inch extension for lipped or overlay construction and a formed cam with 1-1/8 inch extension and 11/32 inch offset for flush construction.
How is cam rotation set to 90 or 180 degrees?
The CompX National disc tumbler cam lock uses stop washers that allow 90 degree or 180 degree clockwise or counterclockwise rotation, matching different cam throw requirements.
What does KD keyed different mean for this lock?
For this C8060-14A MK KD cam lock, KD keyed different means all locks use various lock numbers, so each lock is keyed to a different key number.
Choose This Cam Lock For Defined Cabinet Needs
The CompX National disc tumbler cam lock C8060-MKKD-14A offers a 1-3/4 inch cylinder, bright nickel finish, and cams for both lipped/overlay and flush construction, so you can match lock geometry to the cabinet style being built. With stop washers allowing 90 degree or 180 degree clockwise and counterclockwise rotation and key removable in both locked and unlocked positions, it supports varied cam throws and key-handling routines on shop or jobsite projects. For keyed different setups where each lock needs a unique key number, the C8060-14A MK KD stock keying aligns the product to that requirement.
