Can a key open two different locks?

Can two locks have the same key?

Keyed alike means one key fits all locks, for example your front and back door locks can both use the same key or every lock in an office can use the same key. Having your locks keyed alike is very beneficial if you want to open & close all your door locks with one key.

Can one key unlock multiple locks?

In short, a master key system allows one keys to open multiple different locks. At the same time, more than one key can open the same lock. In an office building, for example, each employee can have their own key which unlocks the door to their office.

How do keys that open multiple locks work?

Some locks are designed to work with two different keys. The change key will open only that specific lock, while the master key will open that lock and several others in a group. In these locks, a few of the pin pairs are separated by a third pin. This third pin is called a master wafer or spacer.

How many locks use the same key?

One key can actually open six locks. When we reached out to Home Depot to find out how many of their locks were keyed alike, they said, "We are not able to break out that information, and to contact the manufacturers." If you do buy new locks and want added protection, Boddie has advice before installing them.