Pins & Pinning Kits
The heart of every standard pin tumbler lock mechanism lies in its pins. For locksmiths, the ability to service, re-key, or repair these locks is fundamental, and a high-quality pinning kit is an essential tool for the trade. At Noble Key Supply, we provide comprehensive solutions for all pinning needs.
What Are Lock Pins?
Lock pins are tiny metal cylinders that form the barrier that prevents a lock from opening without the correct key. They are divided into two main categories:
- Bottom Pins (Key Pins): These pins rest on the key itself. When the correct key is inserted, the tops of these pins align perfectly with the "shear line"—the gap between the cylinder and the lock housing.
- Driver Pins: These sit above the bottom pins, held down by small springs. In a locked position, these pins straddle the shear line, securing the mechanism.
Locksmiths also frequently use master pins (or spacer pins), which are shorter pins placed between bottom and driver pins. These create multiple shear lines, allowing a lock to be operated by a master key as well as a uniquely cut change key.
The Importance of Pinning Kits
A locksmith pinning kit is a specialized case containing organized compartments of pins in various precise lengths and diameters. This organization is crucial. A difference of just a few thousandths of an inch in pin length can mean a key works perfectly or not at all.
Using a pinning kit allows a locksmith to:
- Re-key Locks: Change which key operates a lock by swapping out the bottom pins to match the cuts of a new key.
- Repair Worn Locks: Replace damaged or corroded pins to restore a lock’s function.
- Create Master Key Systems: Install master pins to implement complex access control hierarchies.
Noble Key Supply offers durable, well-organized pinning kits with high-precision brass and nickel-plated pins, ensuring professionals have immediate access to the right size every time they open a lock cylinder.
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ASP A-19-108 Tumbler Keying Kit (Updated) for Honda 4-Track High Security (HON66) Replaces A-19-106 Note: Works with all Honda and Acura Locks that...
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ASP A-30-108 Toyota TR47 10001-15001 Works with locks using X217, TOY43, TR47 Keyway using code series 10001-15001 Toyota Code Series: 10001-15001 ...
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ASP A-36-103 Hyundai/Kia Combination Keying Kit. (This kit replaces A-36-102) Kit contains: TUMBLER SERIES P-36-111 / P-36-112 / P-36-113 / P-36-11...
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ASP A-30-117 Toyota TR47 Keying Kit Works with locks using X217, TOY43, TR47 Keyway using code series 10001-15001 in conjunction with kit A-30-108 ...
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A-30-113
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ASP A-30-113 Toyota TR47 50001-69999 Works with locks using X217, TOY43, TR47 Keyway using code series 50001-69999 Toyota / Scion Code Series: 5000...
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A-19-104
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ASP A-19-104 Honda HD103 X214 Keying Kit. Pinning Kit for Locks using HD103 X214 Key Blanks For all Honda, Acura and Isuzu vehicles that use the H...
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A-18-111
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ASP-A-18-111 Ford/Lincoln/Volvo 2 Track HU101 High Security Keying Kit ("Tumblers", "Wafers", "Pins")
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A-30-118
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ASP A-30-118 Toyota Tumbler Keying Kit Toyota/Lexus 80K, Subaru 90K Works with locks that use the Toyota 80K and Subaru 90K code series Lexus / Toy...
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A-30-115
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ASP A-30-115 Lexus / Toyota TOY48 40K Code Series Works with locks using TOY48 Keyway Lexus / Toyota Code Series: 40,000 Includes: #1 Half Wafer P-...
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A-24-103
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ASP A-24-103 GM Isuzu/Subaru B110 Keying Kit Replaces A-24-102 Works with locks using TOY43R, B108, B110 Keyway. GM/Isuzu Code Series: 70000-75298 ...
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ASP Tumbler Keying Kit A-23-103 GM High Security HU100 Used with High Security GM locks (HU100, B119-PT, B116-PT, GM flip keys) Works with all HU10...
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ASP A-31-110 Audi, BMW, Volkswagen HU66P HU92RP High Security Keying Kit Works with locks using HU66 and HU92 (HU92R) keyways (internal 2-track key...
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A-17-117
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ASP A-17-117 Lock Keying Kit For Newer Models Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Lancia SIP22
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ASP-A-16-108 Pinning Kit - Nissan/Subaru DA34/NSN14/X237 Keying Kit
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The heart of every standard pin tumbler lock mechanism lies in its pins. For locksmiths, the ability to service, re-key, or repair these locks is fundamental, and a high-quality pinning kit is an essential tool for the trade. At Noble Key Supply, we provide comprehensive solutions for all pinning needs.
What Are Lock Pins?
Lock pins are tiny metal cylinders that form the barrier that prevents a lock from opening without the correct key. They are divided into two main categories:
- Bottom Pins (Key Pins): These pins rest on the key itself. When the correct key is inserted, the tops of these pins align perfectly with the "shear line"—the gap between the cylinder and the lock housing.
- Driver Pins: These sit above the bottom pins, held down by small springs. In a locked position, these pins straddle the shear line, securing the mechanism.
Locksmiths also frequently use master pins (or spacer pins), which are shorter pins placed between bottom and driver pins. These create multiple shear lines, allowing a lock to be operated by a master key as well as a uniquely cut change key.
The Importance of Pinning Kits
A locksmith pinning kit is a specialized case containing organized compartments of pins in various precise lengths and diameters. This organization is crucial. A difference of just a few thousandths of an inch in pin length can mean a key works perfectly or not at all.
Using a pinning kit allows a locksmith to:
- Re-key Locks: Change which key operates a lock by swapping out the bottom pins to match the cuts of a new key.
- Repair Worn Locks: Replace damaged or corroded pins to restore a lock’s function.
- Create Master Key Systems: Install master pins to implement complex access control hierarchies.
Noble Key Supply offers durable, well-organized pinning kits with high-precision brass and nickel-plated pins, ensuring professionals have immediate access to the right size every time they open a lock cylinder.