Olympus DCN1 Pin Tumbler Cam Lock, 3/4" Material Thickness, Flat Black, Keyed Alike 915 - DCN1-US19-915

Olympus DCN1 Pin Tumbler Cam Lock Purpose

Olympus DCN1 pin tumbler cam lock is a cam lock from Olympus Lock, Inc. that uses a pin tumbler cylinder, so it provides keyed control in typical cam lock applications where a compact cylinder is required. The lock is specified for 3/4 inch material thickness, which suits many cabinet and casework panels where a through-bored cam lock is used. The finish is flat black, giving a dark face that can visually blend with darker surfaces or provide contrast on lighter materials. The body is zinc die cast and the cylinder is zinc die cast, so the lock uses a stable, non-ferrous construction common in commercial hardware. The lock is keyed alike 915 within the stock KA# list, which allows multiple installed locks in the same keying group to operate from the same 915 key pattern.

Key Cam Lock Details For Daily Use

• The N Series keyway, equivalent to National D4291 4-pin or D4292 5-pin systems, allows use within N Series key systems, so one key pattern can operate different locks built on that system.
• The lock can be keyed together with other N Series locks, which supports projects where cabinet locks and other keyed components share a common keying scheme.
• The cylinder is rekeyable via a cylinder retainer clip, so the keying can be changed without replacing the entire lock body when key control needs to be updated.
• The standard function allows the key to be removable in locked or unlocked position, giving flexibility in how keys are used during normal operation.
• Two reversible cams work in all positions, so the same lock body can be configured to drive the cam in different rotational directions or positions around the lock axis.
• The 1 inch face covers splintering and does not require an additional trim ring, which helps hide minor drill breakout at the face while simplifying the hole preparation.

Cam Lock Fit For 3/4 Inch Panels

The Olympus DCN1 pin tumbler cam lock is specified for 3/4 inch material thickness, so it is sized for common cabinet and casework panels where the lock passes through the door or drawer front. The cams are designed to work in all positions, which allows the installer to select the cam orientation that best engages the strike or frame on the back side of the panel. The flat black finish on the 1 inch face provides a consistent appearance when the lock is seated against the exterior surface. The N Series keyway integrates into N Series based keying systems, which is useful when this lock is part of a broader keyed layout across multiple cabinet locations.

Using This N Series Flat Black Cam Lock

Where This Olympus Cam Lock Is Applied

The Olympus DCN1 pin tumbler cam lock is a cam lock in the Olympus Lock, Inc. cam lock class, so it is suited to applications where a rotating cam secures a door or drawer front. The lock body and cylinder are zinc die cast, which works well in interior woodworking environments such as cabinets and casework where corrosion exposure is limited. The 3/4 inch material thickness specification targets many standard cabinet door and drawer front constructions, so the cylinder length and cam reach are arranged around that thickness. The 1 inch face that covers splintering is useful when the lock is bored into wood or panel products, because it can cover minor chipping at the drill entry point.

The N Series keyway, equivalent to National D4291 4-pin or D4292 5-pin systems, means the lock fits into N Series keying layouts where a single key pattern may operate multiple locks using that system. The stock keying of KD/KA in 4 pin standard, with stock keyed alike numbers such as 101, 103, 107, and 915, provides options in how multiple locks are grouped under the same key number or separated by different key numbers. The keyed alike 915 configuration lets multiple DCN1-US19-915 locks use the same 915 key when a group of cabinets is intended to open from one key.

Details That Support Reliable Operation Over Time

The Olympus DCN1 pin tumbler cam lock has passed ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 performance requirements, equivalent to E07261 and E07271, which indicates the lock has been evaluated under a recognized cam lock performance standard for operational cycling and strength. The lock is also acknowledged as a Woodwork Institute product, so it aligns with recognized woodworking hardware criteria. The pin tumbler cylinder construction supports keyed control that is typical of commercial hardware.

The rekeyable design, using a cylinder retainer clip, allows the installer or service provider to change the keying of the cylinder while re-using the installed lock body and cams, which can reduce hardware changes when key control changes. The standard function, with the key removable in either the locked or unlocked position, gives flexibility in how keys are handled during normal use or in managed key systems. The two reversible cams that work in all positions let the lock be adapted to different door swings or latch engagement points, so one part number can serve multiple cabinet layouts. The anti-rotation plate and lost-motion cam shifter parts provide additional control at the cylinder and cam interface, which helps keep the lock body from turning in the hole and manages cam travel during operation.

Common Questions About Olympus DCN1 Cam Lock

Choosing This Flat Black N Series Cam Lock

The Olympus DCN1 pin tumbler cam lock in flat black combines a 3/4 inch material thickness specification, N Series keyway, and keyed alike 915 option, so it suits cabinet projects that need coordinated keying. The zinc die cast body and cylinder, ANSI/BHMA A156.11 Grade 1 performance, and cams that work in all positions support repeatable operation in woodwork applications where a rotating cam secures doors or drawers.