Padlocks & Padlock accessories

Frequently asked questions

  • Select a grade 4 corrosion rated padlock – for the harshest of applications, such as marine use, use the stainless steel bodied and shackled marine grade padlocks.

  • As padlocks are often in exposed positions, lubrication of the cylinder may be required more often than with other locks.

  • Brass (and stainless steel) padlocks are susceptible to this, for highest security, use a padlock with a hardened steel case.

  • All padlock accessories are supplied with suitable fixings for normal installations, it is important that they are used to maximise security.