Where can I get a drill to drill a lock?
If you have difficulty finding the right place to sink your guidance hole, you can purchase a lock-drilling template. Templates for a variety of locks are available at locksmith shops and hardware stores. Drill a hole through the lock cylinder through the guidance point.
What happens if you drill a lock and it does not turn?
Turn the locking mechanism in the same direction as you would with a key. If you drilled correctly, the locking mechanism will turn, and you will gain entry to the previously locked door. If the lock still will not turn, you may need to destroy the entire lock cylinder, as described below.
Is it possible to drill a pin tumbler lock?
File cabinets generally have two types of locks, pin tumber and waffer. It is not possible to drill a waffer lock as they have no shear line. The keyways on file cabinet pin tumbler locks are very small. As such, if you are going to attempt drilling one, you need a much smaller bit. If you choose the wrong bit size, you may split the cylinder plug.
Is it possible to drill a file cabinet lock?
File cabinets generally have two types of locks, pin tumber and waffer. It is not possible to drill a waffer lock as they have no shear line. The keyways on file cabinet pin tumbler locks are very small. As such, if you are going to attempt drilling one, you need a much smaller bit.
Is there any point in drilling a lock that has anti drill pins?
There is no point in drilling a lock that has anti-drill pins. These type of pins are made out of hardened steel so that they are harder than the drill bit. Something like a euro profile cylinder must also be given special consideration.
How do you lock a drill bit in a cordless drill?
Tighten the drill chuck only by hand until it clicks several times. Rotate the chuck back the opposite way, until you hear and feel one, single click. Once you hear and feel the last click, the drill bit is locked securely into place. Locking your drill bit into place is an important part of operating your cordless drill safely.
Can you drill a lock that won’t open?
Understand the lock well enough to drill it properly. Certain locks are not going to open as easily as others, even with drilling. There is no point in drilling a lock that has anti-drill pins. These type of pins are made out of hardened steel so that they are harder than the drill bit.
How big of a drill do you need to drill a lock?
For the most part, if it’s going to work, you’ll be able to get it started with a bit that’s about an eighth of an inch wide. If you don’t have a bit that size, go with something in the neighborhood. You want it relatively small, going through the mechanism, rather than drilling it out completely.