CompX Timberline Cam Lock, 1-1/4" Cam Extension, Vertical Mount with Off-Set Cam - CB-193

CompX Timberline Cam Lock For Door And Drawer Security

CompX Timberline cam lock CB-193 is a vertical mount cylinder body with a 1-1/4 inch cam extension that secures doors or drawers, giving cabinetry, furniture, desks, and lockers a dedicated locking point where the cam engages a strike or frame member. The lock body is configured for 3/4 inch material thickness so the cam projection lines up for common cabinet construction without extra shimming. A 3/32 inch off-set cam is installed, shifting the cam face slightly to reach behind a door or drawer edge where direct alignment is not possible. The cam rotates 180 degrees counterclockwise, moving cleanly between locked and unlocked positions so installers can align the strike for a positive throw in a half-turn. This cylinder body uses a separate CompX Timberline lock plug, allowing keying to match existing Timberline systems in a shop or facility.

Key Working Details Of The CB-193 Cam Lock

• The CB-193 cam lock is designed for 3/4 inch material thickness, so the cylinder length and cam reach suit standard cabinet doors and drawer fronts in many woodworking builds.
• A 1-1/4 inch cam extension provides a longer reach, allowing the cam to engage strikes or cabinet members that sit farther back from the door or drawer edge.
• The vertical mount orientation positions the cylinder body upright, which suits applications where the lock is set in the stile or face of a door or drawer front.
• The installed 3/32 inch off-set cam shifts the contact surface slightly, helping the cam hook or bear behind a frame member when a straight cam would miss the target surface.
• CB-193 uses CompX Timberline lock plugs ordered separately so keying can be coordinated across multiple locks in cabinetry, furniture, desks, or lockers.

Vertical Mount Cam Lock Setup And Operation

This vertical mount cam lock locates the cylinder body so the plug face is oriented upright on the door or drawer front, which aligns well with typical drilling jigs and layout patterns in cabinet shops. The 1-1/4 inch cam extension swings in an arc behind the panel, giving a clear locking action when it rotates into position behind a strike plate or cabinet member. With 180 degree cam rotation counterclockwise, the installer can plan the locked position and unlocked position around a simple half-turn motion, which can simplify handle and key orientation on the finished unit. The 3/32 inch off-set in the installed cam alters the arc just enough to catch a frame or rail that does not sit directly behind the lock hole, which is helpful in face-frame and similar constructions.

Using The CB-193 Cylinder Body In Cabinet Projects

Where This CB-193 Cam Lock Is Typically Applied

The CB-193 cam lock is specified as a cam lock for door or drawer locking in cabinetry, furniture, desks, and lockers, so it fits into a wide range of casework projects where a simple cam action is needed. Its design for 3/4 inch material thickness aligns with many cabinet box and drawer front constructions, allowing it to sit correctly in panels often used in shop and commercial millwork. The 1-1/4 inch cam length and 3/32 inch off-set cam installed let the lock engage members behind doors and drawers in these applications, helping the cam reach frame or cabinet parts that form the locking point. In desks and lockers, the vertical mount orientation positions the cylinder so keys operate naturally from the user side while the cam rotates behind the front.

How CB-193 Rotation And Off-Set Support Consistent Locking

The CB-193 cam lock operates with 180 degree cam rotation counterclockwise, which defines a clear motion range from locked to unlocked in a single half-turn, allowing installers to plan stops and strike positions around that fixed movement. Because the rotation direction is specified as counterclockwise, planners can lay out key positions and cam contact points so the lock throws into a secure position as the key turns in a known direction. The installed 3/32 inch off-set cam changes the cam path relative to the cylinder centerline, which helps the cam pass behind or in front of framing elements instead of just brushing the edge. Combined with the 1-1/4 inch cam extension, that off-set creates flexibility to catch rails or cabinet dividers in door and drawer applications, supporting consistent engagement across multiple units in cabinetry, furniture, desks, and lockers. The separate CompX Timberline lock plug ordering lets locks in those units share keying where a Timberline system is already in use.

Common Questions About The CB-193 Cam Lock Body

Selecting The CB-193 Cam Lock For Your Project

The CB-193 CompX Timberline cam lock pairs a vertical mount cylinder body for 3/4 inch material with a 1-1/4 inch cam extension and 3/32 inch off-set cam, giving a defined solution for door and drawer locking in cabinetry, furniture, desks, and lockers. Its 180 degree counterclockwise rotation and separate CompX Timberline lock plug ordering allow shops and installers to plan consistent cam action and align keying with existing Timberline setups. When a project calls for a dedicated cam lock for these applications, this cylinder body configuration supports a focused, repeatable locking layout.