CompX National Disc Tumbler Cam Lock, 1-3/4" Cylinder with 90 and 180 Degree CW and CCW Rotation, Antique Brass C8060-C346A-4G
Description
CompX National Disc Tumbler Cam Lock For Cabinets
CompX National disc tumbler cam lock gives you a keyed locking point for drawers and right-hand or left-hand doors, so you can secure common cabinet openings with one lock style across your project. The 1-3/4 inch cylinder length supports applications where the combined thickness of the front and frame cannot exceed the cylinder length, which keeps the threaded body fully engaged for a solid mount. Antique brass finish aligns with traditional hardware looks, which helps this lock blend into classic furniture and casework. The lock design allows key removal in both locked and unlocked positions, which simplifies handling when doors are open during install or service because the key does not need to stay in the cylinder. Each lock uses a disc tumbler mechanism, giving a dedicated keying system that matches the stock keying approach specified for this C8060-C346A-4G model.
Key Locking Details That Support Cabinet Work
- Two stop washers are provided so the cam can turn either 90 degrees or 180 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise, letting you match rotation to the way the door or drawer closes on the frame.
- The lock is specified for drawers and for right-hand or left-hand doors, so one part number can be applied across different cabinet orientations in the same run.
- Cams are specified for lipped or overlay construction using a straight cam with 1-1/2 inch extension, giving reach across the lip while keeping the strike relationship consistent.
- An additional formed cam with 1-1/8 inch extension and 11/32 inch offset is specified for flush construction, so the cam meets the strike plane when the door or drawer front sits even with the frame.
- Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions lets the user take the key away after locking or while the cabinet is open, which streamlines access control on job sites or in finished installations.
Cam Lock Fit And Cylinder Length Considerations
The 1-3/4 inch cylinder on this CAM LOCK, ANTIQUE BRASS is intended for situations where the combined thickness of the front and frame does not exceed the cylinder length, so the mounting nut can clamp securely without bottoming out. For overlay applications, this combined-thickness guideline keeps the locking barrel centered in the drilled hole and maintains proper cam travel behind the frame. The note that a 3/4 inch front plus a 3/4 inch frame overlay construction uses a different NLC8073 lock with NLC7014-2C cam highlights how thickness affects part selection, so this C8060-C346A-4G version fits overlays under that combined dimension. The spur washer specified for wood grips the panel from the back side, helping resist rotation in wooden doors and drawer fronts.
Using This Cam Lock In Cabinet And Casework Runs
Where This Antique Brass Cam Lock Performs Best
This CompX National disc tumbler cam lock serves drawers and both right-hand and left-hand doors, so it suits many cabinet bays in kitchens, offices, and shop fixtures that share similar front-to-frame thickness. The cams specified for lipped or overlay fronts with a straight 1-1/2 inch extension let the cam reach around a lip and catch the frame or keeper, which is important when the door overlays the opening. The formed cam with 1-1/8 inch extension and 11/32 inch offset is specified for flush fronts, so the offset brings the contact point back toward the frame line when the front sits even with the cabinet side. Antique brass surface appearance pairs with traditional hinges and pulls in similar finishes, keeping the hardware look consistent across the installation.
The stock keying description for this lock notes KA as all keyed alike to a specified key number and KD as all keyed different with various lock numbers, which affects how many openings can be operated by the same key in a project. Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions allows the user to remove the key after securing the door or drawer, which keeps keys out of the work area during assembly and later day-to-day use. Two stop washers enabling either 90 degree or 180 degree clockwise and counterclockwise cam rotation let the installer set short-throw or long-throw action, which helps align the cam travel with the strike position without changing the lock body. The unassembled REMOVACORE versions referenced for this design indicate that the cylinder core concept is adaptable, which matters when planning standardized locking across multiple cabinet lines using CompX National hardware.
Common Cam Lock Questions For Cabinet Installers
How long is the cylinder on the C8060-C346A-4G cam lock?
The C8060-C346A-4G cam lock has a 1-3/4 inch cylinder, so it suits fronts and frames whose combined thickness stays under that length, keeping the mounting nut engaged for a secure hold.
Where can this CompX National disc tumbler cam lock be used?
This CompX National disc tumbler cam lock is specified for drawers and for right-hand or left-hand doors, so it functions across common cabinet openings in the same installation.
How does the 90 and 180 degree cam rotation help installation?
The two stop washers provide 90 or 180 degree clockwise or counterclockwise rotation, which lets you match cam throw to the frame or keeper position without changing the lock body.
What is the difference between the straight and formed cams on this lock?
The straight cam with 1-1/2 inch extension is specified for lipped or overlay fronts, while the formed cam with 1-1/8 inch extension and 11/32 inch offset is specified for flush construction.
How does key removable in locked and unlocked positions affect use?
Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions lets the user take the key away after locking or while open, simplifying access control during cabinet use and service.
What does KA or KD stock keying mean for this cam lock?
Stock keying notes KA as all keyed alike to one key number and KD as all keyed different, helping match projects that need shared keys or individually keyed openings.
Selecting This Cam Lock For Your Cabinet Work
The CompX National disc tumbler cam lock C8060-C346A-4G pairs a 1-3/4 inch cylinder with cams for both lipped or overlay and flush fronts, so it fits a wide range of cabinet layouts within that thickness range. Antique brass finish supports traditional casework where visible hardware needs a warm tone. Two stop washers, providing 90 or 180 degree rotation in either direction, help dial in cam travel to the keeper position. Key removable in locked and unlocked positions supports clean operation for end users. For cabinet and woodworking projects using drawers plus right-hand or left-hand doors, this cam lock offers a single part number that addresses those common openings.
