CompX Disc Tumbler Cam Lock For Cabinets

CompX National disc tumbler cam lock is a flat black cam lock designed to secure drawers and right-hand or left-hand doors where a compact cylinder is needed. The 1-3/16 inch cylinder length provides reach through typical cabinet fronts and frames so the cam can fully engage the receiving strike area. A 90 degree clockwise rotation gives a short, predictable throw that speeds up locking and unlocking during regular use. Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions means the user can withdraw the key after operating the lock in either state, which can simplify key handling at workstations or service counters. Stock keying options KA, KD, and KDMKD define whether groups are keyed alike, all keyed different, or keyed different with a master key system, which helps match this lock to an existing key control plan.

Cam Lock Details That Support Daily Use

• The flat black finish on this CompX National cam lock provides a subdued appearance that blends into darker cabinetry, which helps maintain a consistent look on furniture and casework.
• The 1-3/16 inch cylinder length allows the cam to project correctly through cabinet material, which helps the cam reach lipped, overlay, or flush frame conditions when used with the specified cams.
• The 90 degree clockwise rotation limits travel to a quarter-turn, which speeds up operation on frequently accessed drawers and doors while providing a clear locked and unlocked position.
• Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions allows the operator to remove the key after either action, which can streamline key management where multiple users share the same lock.
• Stock keying options KA, KD, and KDMKD define whether locks share keys or work within a master key system, which helps coordinate how multiple locks are organized across a project.

Flat Black Cam Lock Installation And Fit Basics

The 1-3/16 inch cylinder on this C8053-C415A-Y21 cam lock is sized so the body passes through cabinet fronts and into the frame area, allowing the cam to swing across the closing edge. For overlay applications, the combined thickness of front and frame cannot exceed the cylinder length listed, so this dimension determines whether the standard lock body will span the construction. For drawers and right-hand or left-hand doors, the 90 degree clockwise rotation keeps movement consistent, making layout of the cam strike position more straightforward. The flat black finish lets installers coordinate this cam lock with darker hardware on casework, so visible lock faces match adjacent components.

How This C8053-C415A-Y21 Cam Lock Performs

Using The Cam Lock On Drawers And Doors

This CompX National cam lock is specified for drawers and for right-hand or left-hand doors, so the same part can be applied across mixed cabinet fronts. That versatility helps standardize hardware on casework runs. Cams for lipped or overlay construction use a straight cam with a 1-1/2 inch extension, giving reach beyond the door edge on overlay layouts so the cam can catch the frame or strike. For flush construction, the formed cam has a 1-1/8 inch extension with an 11/32 inch offset, positioning the cam behind a flush front where it can engage material set back from the face. The 90 degree clockwise rotation means the installer sets the cam to swing through a quarter turn, which provides enough travel to clear or capture the strike without over-rotating past the optimal position.

Details That Help Cabinet Locking Stay Consistent

Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions lets users operate the lock, remove the key, and leave the cylinder in either state, which can reduce time spent returning to a neutral position after every use. Stock keying defined as KA, KD, or KDMKD provides clear patterns: KA groups locks so one key number operates all, KD assigns various lock numbers with no master key function, and KDMKD combines individually keyed cylinders with a master key that operates the group. These options help align the C8053-C415A-Y21 cam lock with how access is organized across multiple cabinets. The note that, for an overlay application using a 3/4 inch front and a 3/4 inch frame, the NLC8053 lock and NLC7014-2C cam are ordered shows how the cylinder length and cam design interact with thicker overlay constructions.

Common Questions About This CompX Cam Lock

Select This Cam Lock For Cabinet Security

The CAM LOCK BLACK 8053KA-415 configuration gives a flat black, 1-3/16 inch cylinder cam lock with 90 degree clockwise rotation suited to drawers and right-hand or left-hand doors. With cams specified for lipped, overlay, or flush construction and key removable in both locked and unlocked positions, it provides defined motion and key handling across common cabinet layouts. Stock keying choices KA, KD, and KDMKD allow this C8053-C415A-Y21 cam lock to align with existing keyed alike, keyed different, or master keyed groups on the job.