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 to differ and boxed, this model is commonly specified in Australian commercial and industrial sites where individual key control and future rekeying flexibility are required.
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: 8350NKD
- 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 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 83/50 rekeyable padlock body
- Removable cylinder keyed to differ
- Keys supplied keyed to differ
Suitable Uses
- Commercial and industrial facilities.
- Perimeter gates, storage compounds, and plant security.
- 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 to differ mean?
Each padlock is supplied with a unique key that does not operate other padlocks. - 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 to differ configurations are preferred where individual access control is required.
