American Lock A701 Steel Padlock 2.5in Keyed Different

Product Description

The AMERICAN LOCK A701 is a heavy-duty steel padlock built for industrial and commercial security applications. The rectangular body measures 2.5 inches wide and 1.125 inches thick, with a satin chrome triple-plated finish that resists corrosion and wear. The boron alloy shackle is 0.4375 inches in diameter, providing strong resistance to cutting and sawing attacks. At 1.667 pounds, this is a solid, substantial lock suited for gates, equipment enclosures, tool cribs, and storage units. It ships keyed different, meaning each lock in a set operates with its own unique key. Licensed trades and facilities maintenance professionals rely on this lock for reliable access control in demanding environments.

The A701 is designed for use in light industrial, commercial, and institutional settings where a durable steel padlock is required. Typical applications include securing equipment panels, storage containers, job site tool boxes, utility enclosures, and chain-link gates. The keyed-different configuration makes it a practical choice for facilities that require individual keying across multiple lock points. The shackle offers 2 inches of clearance height and 0.9375 inches of width, accommodating a wide range of hasp and chain configurations.

Key Features

• Boron alloy shackle resists cutting and sawing attacks
• Satin chrome triple-plated finish for corrosion resistance
• Keyed different — each lock ships with its own unique key
• 5-pin cylinder for added pick resistance
• Rectangular steel body, 2.5 inches wide and 1.125 inches thick
• Shackle clearance of 2 inches accommodates most hasps and chains

Compatibility

Designed as a standard rectangular-body padlock replacement suitable for use with common hasps, chains, and locking bars that accept a shackle diameter of 0.4375 inches and a shackle clearance height of 2 inches.

Installation Notes

Installation requires no tools beyond the key supplied with the lock. Before securing any enclosure or panel, confirm that power, gas, or fluid supply to the associated equipment has been shut off per applicable lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147. Inspect the hasp or chain for wear or damage before installing the padlock. Do not force the shackle into an undersized hasp opening, as this can damage the locking mechanism.