Olympus Pin Tumbler Cam Lock, DCN3 1-7/16" Cylinder Keyed Alike 103, Oil Rubbed Bronze DCN3-10B-103
Description
Olympus Pin Tumbler Cam Lock For Cabinet Security
Olympus pin tumbler cam lock, DCN3 1-7/16 inch cylinder keyed alike 103, oil rubbed bronze DCN3-10B-103 provides a keyed-alike cam lock solution using the Olympus Lock, Inc. system. The zinc die cast body and zinc die cast pin tumbler cylinder create a solid, uniform housing that supports consistent keying and day-to-day operation. Its oil rubbed bronze finish gives the lock face a darker appearance that can visually blend with similar bronze-toned hardware on cabinetry or fixtures. The N Series keyway, equivalent to National D4291 4-pin or D4292 5-pin systems, lets the lock participate in N Series masterkeyed and grand masterkeyed systems where those keyways are already in use. The standard function, with the key removable in the locked or unlocked position, allows the key to be withdrawn without changing how the cam is set.
Cam Lock Details That Support Daily Use
- The DCN3 1-7/16 inch cylinder length establishes a defined reach through typical cabinet or panel thickness, so the tumbler section extends far enough to drive cams without excess projection.
- The ability to be keyed together with other N Series locks means multiple locks can share the same key pattern, simplifying key management when several locking points follow the same N Series keyway.
- The rekeyable design via a cylinder retainer clip allows the existing cylinder setup to be reset to a different key configuration when the keying plan changes on a job or property.
- Passing ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 performance requirements, equivalent to E07261 / E07271, shows the lock has been tested to a defined performance standard recognized for cam locks in architectural hardware.
- Woodwork Institute acknowledgement identifies the product as recognized by the WI, which supports its use in woodworking-related applications where that acknowledgment is referenced.
Cam Lock Mounting And Face Coverage Details
The 1 inch face on this Olympus pin tumbler cam lock covers splintering around the lock bore, so the installed face can visually conceal minor chipping from drilling. Because the 1 inch face covers the surrounding material, no additional trim ring is required to hide the drilled edge, which keeps the visible hardware to a single component. Two reversible cams that work in all positions allow the installer to orient the cam to engage strikes or keepers in different directions, supporting vertical or horizontal locking arrangements. The N Series keyway and the DCN3 format position this lock within Olympus cam lock families that share similar dimensional and keying characteristics.
Using This DCN3-10B-103 Cam Lock In Projects
Where This Oil Rubbed Bronze Cam Lock Fits
This DCN3-10B-103 cam lock from Olympus Lock, Inc. is part of the Locks and Latches, Cam Locks product class, aligning it with cabinet and casework locking points that use rotary cams. The oil rubbed bronze 10B finish lets it visually coordinate with other 10B-finished components in a woodworking or fixture environment that calls for darker bronze tones. Because the body and cylinder are zinc die cast, the lock presents a rigid housing appropriate for furniture, cabinetry, and similar installations where a metal-bodied cam lock is expected. The N Series keyway, equivalent to National D4291 4-pin or D4292 5-pin systems, ties the lock into N Series keying systems in commercial or institutional projects that already follow this keyway convention.
How Keying And Cams Support Repeatable Results
The Olympus pin tumbler cam lock supports keying flexibility by offering stock keying as KD/KA 4-pin standard with stock KA numbers 101, 103, 107, and 915, so projects can follow known keyed-different or keyed-alike patterns. The product is masterkeyed as 5 pin standard with grand masterkeyed capability, which lets the same lock format participate in tiered key hierarchies in larger installations. Keying that can be matched with other N Series locks allows multiple lock points on the same N Series system to be planned under a single keying structure. Two reversible cams that work in all positions allow the cam orientation to be set to pull or push against strikes in several directions, which supports repeatable layouts across banks of doors or drawers. The key removable in locked or unlocked position function permits the key to be withdrawn after setting the cam in either state, helping maintain a consistent routine whether the hardware is being locked or unlocked in daily use.
Common Questions About This Olympus Cam Lock
What keyway does this Olympus pin tumbler 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 integrates into N Series-based key systems.
Can this DCN3-10B-103 cam lock be rekeyed later?
The DCN3-10B-103 cam lock is rekeyable via a cylinder retainer clip, allowing the cylinder to be reset to a different key configuration when the keying plan changes.
How does the keyed alike 103 option affect use?
The keyed alike 103 configuration lets multiple DCN3 1-7/16 inch cylinder locks share the same KA103 key, so one key operates every lock set to that pattern.
What does ANSI BHMA Grade 1 performance mean for this lock?
This cam lock has passed ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 performance requirements, equivalent to E07261 / E07271, indicating it meets a defined cam lock performance standard.
How do the reversible cams affect installation flexibility?
The two reversible cams work in all positions, so the cam can be oriented to engage strikes in different directions, supporting various cabinet and casework layouts.
Why is the 1 inch face important on this cam lock?
The 1 inch face covers splintering around the drilled hole, so the lock face alone hides minor chipping without any additional trim ring around the bore.
Choose This DCN3 Cam Lock For N Series Systems
The Olympus pin tumbler cam lock DCN3-10B-103 combines an N Series keyway with a DCN3 1-7/16 inch cylinder and oil rubbed bronze 10B finish, giving projects a cam lock that aligns with N Series keying. Its zinc die cast body and cylinder, ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 performance, and reversible cams position it for cabinet and casework installations where consistent keying and tested cam lock performance are required. The 1 inch face that covers splintering also keeps the installation visually clean around the bore. For N Series-based layouts using keyed alike 103, this DCN3-10B-103 format supports building a unified cam lock plan.
