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ABUS 83CS/45 Rekeyable Padlock - Concealed Shackle
The ABUS 83CS/45 is a premium rekeyable padlock built around a 45 mm solid machined brass body with a concealed hardened steel shackle to minimise exposure to cutting and leverage attacks. It uses a removable cylinder system for locksmith-managed keying and is supplied keyed to differ and boxed.
Key Features
- Concealed shackle design reduces access for bolt cutters and saws.
- Solid machined brass body for durability and impact resistance.
- Removable cylinder assembly allows fast rekeying without replacing the padlock.
- Double ball locking mechanism improves resistance to pulling and prying.
- Quick-change shackle system supports alternative shackle options.
- Convertible between snap-shut and key retaining operation.
Specifications
- Item Code: 83CS45NKD
- Series: ABUS 83
- Body Material: Solid machined brass
- Body Width: 45 mm
- Shackle Material: Special alloy steel with Nano-Protect plating
- Shackle Diameter: 8 mm
- Vertical Shackle Clearance: 26 mm
- Horizontal Shackle Clearance: 22 mm
- Locking Mechanism: Double ball locking
- Keying: Keyed to differ
- Rekeyable: Yes (removable cylinder)
- Keyway: Silca LW4
- Packaging: Boxed
Certification
- Australian Standard: AS4145.4:2002
- Physical Security Rating: SP6
- Corrosion Resistance Rating: C4
What's In The Box
- 1 × ABUS 83CS/45 rekeyable padlock body
- Removable cylinder keyed to differ
- Keys supplied keyed to differ
Suitable Uses
- High-risk commercial and industrial security applications.
- Sites with frequent cutting attacks on exposed shackles.
- Locksmith-managed restricted and master key systems.
Standard vs Long vs Concealed Shackle Chooser
| Shackle Type | Best For | Trade-Off |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Shackle | General purpose security | More exposed to cutting |
| Long Shackle | Offset or deep fittings | Higher leverage risk |
| Concealed Shackle (This model) | High attack resistance | Reduced clearance flexibility |
ABUS 83 Series – Item Code Family
Download PDF Resources
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ABUS Padlocks Catalogue |
Additional Information
- Concealed shackle variants are preferred where bolt cutter attacks are common.
- AS4145.4 certification provides an independent benchmark for physical security and corrosion performance.
- Replacement shackles and alternative shackle formats are available for the ABUS 83 Series.
- Removable cylinders allow rapid changes to keying without replacing the padlock body.
ABUS Warranty
ABUS products sold by Terry’s Tradies Pty Ltd and its associated websites and subsidiaries are backed by a manufacturer’s warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, and your rights under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Warranty periods vary by product line — refer to your product packaging or contact us at the time of purchase for the period that applies to your specific model.
Warranty Summary
How to Make a Warranty Claim
For full returns and warranty claim procedures, visit our
Returns & Warranty page
— this is kept up to date and is the authoritative reference for current claim steps.
- Contact Terry’s Tradies Pty Ltd at your original place of purchase first — all warranty claims must be directed to the retailer where the product was purchased.
Phone: 07 5601 1867
Visit: U9/2 Prosper Crescent, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220 - Have your proof of purchase ready (receipt or order confirmation).
- If the fault is not immediately visible in person, provide clear photos showing the defect so the item can be assessed before a Return Merchandise Authorisation (RMA) is approved.
- Do not return the item before receiving RMA approval — items returned without approval may be sent back to you at your cost.
- Once approved, you will receive return instructions. If the item is confirmed faulty, a prepaid return freight label will be provided to cover return shipping costs.
What the Warranty Does Not Cover
- Normal wear and tear
- Damage caused by misuse, abuse, or improper installation
- Damage caused by neglect or failure to follow product instructions
- Products not purchased from an authorised retailer
Important Note
Warranty claims must be lodged with the retailer where the product was originally purchased. ABUS products purchased from another retailer or website cannot be returned to Terry’s Tradies Pty Ltd and its associated websites and subsidiaries for warranty assessment.
Warranty claims must be lodged with the retailer where the product was originally purchased. ABUS products purchased from another retailer or website cannot be returned to Terry’s Tradies Pty Ltd and its associated websites and subsidiaries for warranty assessment.
