ABUS 83/50 Rekeyable Padlock
The ABUS 83/50 is a heavy duty rekeyable padlock built around a 50 mm solid brass body with a removable cylinder system for locksmith-managed keying. Supplied keyed alike to KA1 (4301) and boxed, this model is commonly specified in Australian commercial and industrial sites where multiple locking points must operate on a single key.
Key Features
- Solid machined brass body for strength and long service life.
- Removable cylinder assembly allows fast rekeying without replacing the padlock.
- Double ball locking mechanism improves resistance to pulling and prying.
- Special alloy steel shackle with Nano-Protect plating for corrosion resistance.
- Quick-change shackle system supports alternative shackle lengths.
- Convertible between snap-shut and key retaining operation.
Specifications
- Item Code: 8350NKA1
- Series: ABUS 83
- Body Material: Solid brass (nickel plated)
- Body Width: 50 mm
- Shackle Material: Special alloy steel with Nano-Protect plating
- Shackle Diameter: 9.5 mm
- Vertical Shackle Clearance: 27 mm
- Horizontal Shackle Clearance: 24 mm
- Locking Mechanism: Double ball locking
- Keying: Keyed alike (KA1 / 4301)
- 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 83/50 rekeyable padlock body
- Removable cylinder keyed alike to KA1
- Keys supplied keyed alike
Suitable Uses
- Commercial and industrial facilities.
- Sites requiring multiple padlocks to operate on a single key.
- Locksmith-managed restricted and master key systems.
Standard vs Long vs Concealed Shackle Chooser
| Shackle Type | Best For | Trade-Off |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Shackle (This model) | General purpose security | Limited clearance |
| Long Shackle | Offset or deep fittings | Greater exposure to cutting |
| Concealed Shackle | High attack resistance | Reduced clearance flexibility |
ABUS 83 Series – Item Code Family
Questions and Answers
- Is the ABUS 83/50 rekeyable?
Yes. It uses a removable cylinder, allowing locksmiths to rekey the padlock without replacing the body. - What does keyed alike KA1 mean?
All padlocks keyed to KA1 operate on the same key code (4301). - Is this padlock suitable for Australian commercial use?
Yes. It is AS4145.4 certified and commonly specified in Australian commercial and industrial environments.
Download PDF Resources
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ABUS Padlocks Catalogue |
Additional Information
- AS4145.4 certification provides an independent benchmark for physical security and corrosion performance.
- Replacement shackles of different lengths and materials are available for the ABUS 83 Series.
- Removable cylinders allow rapid changes to keying without replacing the padlock body.
- Keyed alike sets simplify access management across multiple locking points.
