ABUS 65/50 Brass Padlock - Standard Shackle
The ABUS 65/50 is a solid brass padlock fitted with a standard hardened steel shackle and designed for general security applications. It uses a double locking mechanism and a precision pin tumbler cylinder, and is supplied keyed alike to KA501.
Key Features
- 50 mm solid brass body for durability and corrosion resistance.
- Standard hardened steel shackle suited to everyday locking applications.
- Double locking mechanism improves resistance to pulling and twisting.
- Precision pin tumbler cylinder for consistent key operation.
- Internal components manufactured from non-corrosive materials.
Specifications
- Item Code: 6550KA1
- Body Material: Solid brass
- Body Width: 50 mm
- Shackle Material: Hardened steel with Nano-Protect coating
- Shackle Diameter: 8 mm
- Horizontal Shackle Clearance: 28 mm
- Vertical Shackle Clearance: 29.5 mm
- Locking Mechanism: Double locking
- Keying: Keyed alike (KA501)
- Key Blank: AB14
- Rekeyable: No
- Packaging: Boxed
What's In The Box
- 1 × ABUS 65/50 brass padlock
- Keys supplied keyed alike to KA501
Suitable Uses
- Sheds, gates, and general storage.
- Low to medium risk residential and commercial applications.
- Situations where moderate shackle clearance is required.
Standard vs Long vs Concealed Shackle Chooser
| Shackle Type | Best For | Trade-Off |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Shackle (This model) | General-purpose locking | More exposed to cutting |
| Long Shackle | Extra reach or clearance | Higher leverage and cutting exposure |
| Concealed Shackle | High-security locations | Reduced clearance flexibility |
ABUS 65 Series – Item Code Family
Download PDF Resources
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ABUS Padlocks Catalogue |
Additional Information
- Standard shackle versions offer greater clearance flexibility but are more vulnerable to cutting than concealed shackle models.
- This model is commonly used where a balance between accessibility and moderate security is required.
- Where bolt cutter attacks are common, locksmiths often recommend upgrading to a concealed shackle or hardened long shackle variant.
- Brass bodies resist corrosion but rely on shackle protection and correct hasp selection for overall security.
