Description
CompX National Disc Tumbler Cam Lock For Cabinets
CompX National disc tumbler cam lock gives you a 1-3/4 inch cylinder with 90 and 180 degree clockwise and counterclockwise rotation so you can match the throw to how the drawer or door needs to lock. The bright nickel finish identifies the lock visually and coordinates with other bright nickel hardware on the project. This lock is designed for drawers and for right-hand or left-hand doors, so one part number can cover multiple cabinet layouts. Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions lets you take the key out after turning the cam either way, which supports different user routines at the jobsite or in the shop. Stock keying for this model is KD, meaning all keyed different with various lock numbers, which separates access between individual locks.
Key Cam Lock Details That Support Cabinet Work
- The 1-3/4 inch cylinder length sets how much combined front and frame thickness can be used, so the cylinder fully seats in typical cabinet constructions.
- Cams for lipped or overlay construction use a straight cam with 1-1/2 inch extension, giving extra reach past the lip when engaging a strike or frame member.
- Cams for flush construction use a formed cam with 1-1/8 inch extension and 11/32 inch offset, bringing the contact point into line with a flush door or drawer front.
- Stop washers allow either 90 degree or 180 degree cam turns, so you can set a short or long throw depending on the strike location and required rotation.
- Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions allows the key to be withdrawn after locking or unlocking, which fits different facility routines and key control practices.
Cam Lock Mounting And Cylinder Fit Details
The 1-3/4 inch cylinder on this C8060-KD-14A cam lock sets the maximum combined thickness of the front and frame in an overlay application so the retaining nut can tighten correctly. For overlay work, the combined thickness of the front and frame cannot exceed the cylinder length, which keeps the cam aligned on the back side. The spur washer is specified for wood, so it bites into the wood surface to resist rotation during tightening and later use. The trim washer seats against the finished surface, providing a clean bearing surface when the mounting nut is tightened from the back side.
Where This Bright Nickel Cam Lock Works Best
Cam Lock Use On Drawers And Cabinet Doors
This CompX National disc tumbler cam lock is specified for drawers and for right-hand or left-hand doors, so a single lock family can be applied across multiple cabinet positions. For drawers, the straight cam with 1-1/2 inch extension projects far enough behind the drawer front to engage a frame or keeper when the cam is rotated. On right-hand or left-hand doors, the ability to rotate clockwise or counterclockwise lets the cam swing toward the frame regardless of which side the hinges are on. In overlay cabinet construction, the cylinder length and available cams support lipped or overlay applications by reaching past the face frame where needed.
Details That Help Achieve Accurate, Repeatable Locking
The stop washers on this C8060-KD-14A lock control whether the cam turns 90 degrees or 180 degrees, which lets you set up a shorter or longer throw based on how far the cam must travel to clear or catch the strike. The formed cam for flush construction, with its 1-1/8 inch extension and 11/32 inch offset, places the contact surface where a flush panel meets its frame so the lock action stays positive without excess slop. Bright nickel finish gives visual contrast around the keyhead, which can help users quickly locate the lock on busy cabinet faces. Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions provides flexibility in how keys are issued and returned, because the person operating the lock does not have to leave the key in place between cycles.
Common Questions About The C8060-KD-14A Cam Lock
What cylinder length does the C8060-KD-14A cam lock provide?
The C8060-KD-14A cam lock provides a 1-3/4 inch cylinder, which determines the maximum combined front and frame thickness for overlay cabinet applications where the cylinder must pass through both layers.
How does the 90 and 180 degree cam rotation help installation?
This cam lock uses stop washers to allow 90 or 180 degree rotation in clockwise or counterclockwise directions, so you can set the cam throw length and swing direction to match the cabinet layout and strike position.
Can this cam lock be used on both right-hand and left-hand doors?
This CompX National disc tumbler cam lock is specified for right-hand and left-hand doors, letting the cam rotate toward the frame on either hinge side for flexible cabinet door layouts.
How is this cam lock suited for flush construction cabinets?
For flush construction, the lock uses a formed cam with 1-1/8 inch extension and 11/32 inch offset, positioning the cam surface to meet a flush door or drawer front and maintain consistent locking engagement.
What does key removable in locked and unlocked positions mean in use?
Key removable in both locked and unlocked positions means the operator can withdraw the key after locking or after unlocking, supporting different key handling routines in shops or facilities.
How is the keying on the C8060-KD-14A cam lock configured?
The C8060-KD-14A cam lock uses KD stock keying, so all locks are keyed different with various lock numbers, which separates access between individual locks on a project.
Select This Cam Lock For Drawer And Door Security
The C8060-KD-14A bright nickel cam lock from CompX National combines a 1-3/4 inch cylinder, selectable 90 or 180 degree rotation, and cams for lipped/overlay or flush construction so one model can cover typical drawer and cabinet door situations. Using the straight or formed cam with the appropriate stop washer, you can match the throw and offset to the frame contact point. Add this disc tumbler cam lock to projects that call for keyed-different security on drawers or right-hand and left-hand doors using a bright nickel finish.
