Olympus Pin Tumbler Cam Lock, DCN2 7/8" Material Thickness with 3/4" Cylinder, Oil Rubben Bronze, Keyed Alike - 915
Description
Olympus Pin Tumbler Cam Lock For Cabinet Security
Olympus pin tumbler cam lock provides a compact locking solution for cabinetry and similar applications, so installers get a familiar cam lock format with standardized keying details that tie into existing key systems where N Series keyways are already in service. The lock uses a zinc die cast body and a zinc die cast pin tumbler cylinder to create a solid, single-piece locking point that suits typical woodwork industry installations where metal-bodied locks are preferred. Its 3/4 inch cylinder length with DCN2 7/8 inch material thickness capacity lets the lock serve on panels around that thickness, helping align the cam behind the strike zone without improvised spacers. The oil rubbed bronze 10B finish presents a dark, muted face that blends with matching decorative hardware lines, which matters when the cylinder is visible on doors or drawers.
Key Details That Support Everyday Locking Jobs
- The N Series keyway, equivalent to National D4291 4-pin or D4292 5-pin systems, allows this cam lock to participate in N Series key plans so shops can keep consistent key blanks and keying patterns across multiple lock points on related casework.
- Keying that can be set KD or KA with stock KA numbers 101, 103, 107, and 915 gives flexibility in project layouts, allowing installers to match an existing keyed alike group or separate lock groups while still staying within the same N Series platform.
- Rekeyable construction using a cylinder retainer clip lets locksmiths or millwork shops change keying on-site by servicing the cylinder, which supports long-term use when project key hierarchies change after initial installation.
- ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 performance, equivalent to E07261 and E07271, places this unit in a tested performance category, which matters on commercial or institutional millwork where a documented cam lock grade is often part of the hardware specification.
- Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions provides operating flexibility, allowing users to leave the key out after locking or to remove the key while the lock is open, which can simplify workflows in service or retail environments.
- Two cams that work in all positions give multiple throw directions from a single lock body, helping installers adapt the same part number to vertical or horizontal doors and drawers without changing the core lock specification.
Installation And Fit Using DCN2 Cylinder Format
The 3/4 inch cylinder combines with the DCN2 7/8 inch material thickness specification to position the Olympus pin tumbler cam lock for panels around that thickness, aligning the cam travel with common cabinet side and door builds. A 1 inch face diameter covers splintering at the bore edge, so the lock masks minor tear-out from drilling operations and removes the need for an additional trim ring step in the install sequence. The zinc die cast body and cylinder accept the matching N Series keyway, so drilling and mounting steps stay consistent with other Olympus N Series cam locks specified under the same key plan. Because the face is finished in oil rubbed bronze 10B, the visible portion matches other 10B hardware, simplifying finish coordination on door and drawer fronts that already use that color.
Applying This Olympus N Series Cam Lock In Projects
Where The DCN2-10B-915 Cam Lock Is Typically Used
The DCN2-10B-915 cam lock from Olympus Lock, Inc. sits in the cam locks class and uses a pin tumbler cylinder, making it suitable wherever a rotating cam needs to secure a door, drawer, or panel in millwork assemblies. Because the lock can be keyed together with other N Series locks, it fits projects that standardize on the N Series keyway, such as banks of cabinets or casework where one key must access several compartments. Stock keying options that include keyed alike 915 support jobs where a dedicated KA 915 group already exists, letting installers extend that group to new cabinets without changing key numbers. The oil rubbed bronze 10B finish lets the lock sit alongside other 10B-finished pulls and hinges, tying the security hardware into the design package rather than leaving a mismatched metal at the lock face.
How Features Support Reliable Operation And Rework Reduction
The Olympus pin tumbler cam lock uses two reversible cams that work in all positions, so the installer can orient the cam to throw up, down, left, or right from the same lock case, which reduces part variation and installation rework when layouts change. An anti-rotation plate works with the lock body to resist the cylinder spinning in the hole, maintaining cam alignment with the strike and supporting consistent locking action over time. A lost-motion cam shifter manages the relationship between key rotation and cam movement, allowing more controlled engagement and disengagement, which helps when aligning the cam to different strikes or keeper details in custom cabinets. The body and cylinder of zinc die cast bring uniform dimensions that fit standard boring equipment, reinforcing repeatable drilling patterns across a run of cabinets. Because the cylinder is easily rekeyable via a cylinder retainer clip, facilities can adjust keying as user groups change while keeping the same mounted hardware in the door or drawer. Passing ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 performance requirements means the lock has been tested to a defined performance level, which supports specifications that call for Grade 1 cam locks on higher-use installations.
Common Questions About The DCN2 N Series Cam Lock
What key system does this Olympus cam lock use?
The Olympus pin tumbler cam lock uses the N Series keyway, equivalent to National D4291 4-pin or D4292 5-pin systems, so it fits projects already organized around N Series key plans.
How does the keyed alike 915 option help on a job?
The stock KA 915 option lets multiple DCN2-10B-915 locks share the same key number 915, simplifying access control when many doors or drawers need to operate with one key.
Can this N Series cam lock be rekeyed later?
The Olympus pin tumbler cam lock is easily rekeyable via a cylinder retainer clip, so locksmiths can change the keying while keeping the installed lock body in place on the cabinet.
What panel thickness does the DCN2 7/8 inch spec address?
The DCN2 7/8 inch material thickness with a 3/4 inch cylinder positions this cam lock for panels around that range, aligning cam throw behind the panel where typical cabinet constructions fall.
Why is key removable in locked or unlocked positions useful?
The key removable in locked or unlocked positions lets users remove the key after locking or while unlocked, supporting workflows like service access or shared use without forcing the key to stay inserted.
What does the ANSI BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 rating indicate?
The ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 rating shows the Olympus cam lock passed a recognized cam lock performance standard, which supports use where a specified Grade 1 cam lock is required.
Selecting This Olympus Cam Lock For Your Next Run
The Olympus pin tumbler cam lock DCN2-10B-915 combines N Series keying, ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 performance, and an oil rubbed bronze 10B face to match both security and finish requirements on cabinet projects. Its 3/4 inch cylinder with DCN2 7/8 inch material thickness capacity and 1 inch face simplify boring and trim steps while covering minor splintering at the hole. Rekeyable construction and keyed alike 915 options keep it adaptable for evolving key plans. For projects built around N Series keyway systems and 10B hardware, this cam lock offers a single part number that aligns function, finish, and key control on cabinet doors, drawers, and similar millwork.
