Add A Lock To A Drawer

It uses a spring loaded solenoid lock mechanism that is powered when a reed magnet switch is activated.

Add a lock to a drawer.

Mark this point with a marker or piece of tape. T handle keyed alike cam locks choose these locks if you need to open several with the same key. It uses a battery to power the lock mechanism but i have also included a optional power port on the bottom of the drawer to be able to plug it in and activate it even if the battery dies. Drawer lock letter box lock desktop lock door lock suitable for wooden cabinets model ct 138 22 opening diameter 0 75 inch 19mm for door panels with a thickness of 17 mm 22 mm.

Align the strike plate and remove wood from the drawer to install it. Hey guys in this video i m installing a drawer lock in this kitchen drawer. Select the best location for the lock on the drawer and mark the location for screws with a pencil or washable marker. Free shipping on eligible orders see details.

The best place to install the lock is at the center of the drawer. Hey guys in this video i m installing a drawer lock in this kitchen drawer. A mortise lock is installed entirely in the wood so you need to use a hammer and chisel to chip and remove wood from the center of the drawer. A location higher on the filing cabinet door will hinder the top edge of the drawer from being pried open.

Examine the desk drawer. Also known as compression cam locks turn the handle a quarter turn to latch then another quarter turn to draw the cam firmly against the door or drawer surface. The secret drawer lock provides invisible high tech security to a dresser or cabinet drawer. Make sure you have at least 1 2 inch thickness where you want to mount the lock.

1pcs black 4 2 out of 5 stars 37. With a ruler or measuring tape determine where the center of the drawer is. Measure the thickness of the drawer face. With that in mind choose a location about one inch below the top lip of the drawer.

Check to make sure the drawer face itself is thick enough and strong enough to mount the surface lock directly onto its surface. Get it as soon as mon sep 14. It is very simple to build and rather effective.