Olympus DCN1 Pin Tumbler Cam Lock, 3/4" Material Thickness, Polished Chrome, Keyed Different - DCN1-US3-KD

Olympus DCN1 Cam Lock For Secure Cabinet Use

Olympus DCN1 pin tumbler cam lock gives a keyed cam solution built on the N Series keyway, so it ties into existing National D4291 or D4292 4-pin or 5-pin key systems where that match is required. The zinc die cast body and zinc die cast pin tumbler cylinder create a metal-on-metal locking core that stands up to regular locking and unlocking on cabinetry or casework. Its polished brass finish identified as finish 3 provides a bright metal face that suits jobs calling for that traditional brass look. The 1 inch face is sized to cover splintered wood fibers around the cylinder bore, so the installer does not need a separate trim ring to hide minor chipping. Standard function with the key removable in either the locked or unlocked position lets users remove the key after securing or accessing the compartment, which helps in applications where the key is not intended to hang in the lock.

Functional Details That Support Daily Locking Tasks

• Rekeyable construction using a cylinder retainer clip lets the lock core be reconfigured to a new N Series key, which helps when changing key control on a job without replacing the entire lock body.
• Ability to be keyed together with other N Series locks means one key can operate multiple lock points, which simplifies key management on cabinets, drawers, or similar casework built around that series.
• Two reversible cams that work in all positions give flexibility to place the locking throw where the door or drawer design demands it, reducing layout constraints when setting hardware locations.
• Standard stock keying in KD or KA 4-pin formats with stock KA numbers 101, 103, 107, and 915 allows integration into common keyed-alike groups, which helps keep service keys consistent across related installations.
• Masterkeyed in 5-pin standard and grand masterkeyed availability lets projects use individual change keys under a master system, which supports layered access control in larger facilities or multi-user environments.
• Passing ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 performance requirements equivalent to E07261 or E07271 signals that the cam lock has been performance-tested, which matters on projects that follow recognized commercial hardware standards.

Cam Lock Fit And N Series Keying Setup

The Olympus DCN1-US3-KD designation identifies a keyed different cam lock built around the N Series keyway, so each lock in its KD configuration operates on its own 4-pin key while still staying within that common system. The keyway being equivalent to National D4291 4-pin or D4292 5-pin layouts means existing N Series key systems can interact with this cylinder where those codes are used. Rekeyable design via the cylinder retainer clip lets the cylinder pins be reset within the N Series range, so an installed lock can be migrated from a keyed different setup into a keyed alike or masterkeyed scheme as facility needs change. Stock masterkeyed arrangements use a 5-pin standard layout, giving room for master pins while preserving the N Series structure for controlled access.

Where This Olympus Cam Lock Works Best

Using The DCN1 Cam Lock In Cabinet Projects

The Olympus DCN1 pin tumbler cam lock belongs to the cam locks class and is suited to cabinet or casework situations that need a rotating cam to secure a door or drawer edge. Its body and cylinder both made from zinc die cast metal create a unified cam lock assembly that withstands repeated turning forces as the cam engages strikes or frames. The 1 inch face spanning the cutout edge covers minor splintering from drilling, which is helpful when the lock is installed in wood or composite panels where the bore edge may chip slightly. Since the key can be removed with the cam in either locked or unlocked position, this configuration suits storage where the user wants the lock left in either state without a key hanging from it. The polished brass finish labeled as 3 provides a bright metallic appearance that visually matches other brass-finished decorative hardware on the same run of cabinets.

Details That Support Consistent N Series Key Control

The Olympus cam lock being keyed different in its DCN1-US3-KD version means each lock is supplied on its own unique 4-pin key within the N Series, which supports compartment separation in multi-user cabinets or furniture. Because the keyway matches the N Series equivalent to National D4291 or D4292 systems, facilities already operating that line of keys can fold this cam lock into their key schedule using existing blank patterns. Being easily rekeyable via the cylinder retainer clip simplifies rearranging which locks open to which keys, which is valuable when staff changes or storage assignments shift over time. Stock keyed alike groups offered under KA numbers 101, 103, 107, and 915 support planned installations where multiple doors or drawers must open with a single user key. The 5-pin masterkeyed standard and available grand masterkeyed structure allow a higher-level key to operate many individual 4-pin- or 5-pin-based locks, giving maintenance or management access while leaving everyday users on their specific change keys.

Common Questions About Olympus DCN1 Cam Lock Use

Selecting This N Series Cam Lock For Your Job

The Olympus DCN1 pin tumbler cam lock with N Series keyway, zinc die cast body and cylinder, and polished brass 3 finish brings a tested ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 cam solution to cabinet and casework projects. Its 1 inch face, reversible cams, keyed different stock setup, and rekeyable design via cylinder retainer clip support projects that need both clean hardware presentation and flexible key control within the National D4291 or D4292 family. For work requiring cam locks coordinated under N Series keying, this Olympus DCN1-US3-KD configuration offers a defined path to keyed alike, masterkeyed, or grand masterkeyed systems as layouts and access plans evolve.