Kale Lock Cylinders

Kale Cylinder Selection Guide

The existing model code and dimensions are the safest starting point when replacing a cylinder. Similar-looking cylinders can have different lengths, key systems or intended uses. Check both side dimensions, overall length and the door's escutcheon/protection arrangement.

Choosing Cylinder Length

Cylinder length should be matched to door thickness and escutcheon thickness. Different A/B dimension combinations can exist within one model, so specify the required dimensions as well as the product code.

Standard and System Cylinders

The product range includes products described as standard cylinders and system cylinders. System products can be used as part of defined keying arrangements depending on the project.

Kale 164 YGS SE High Security System Cylinder is described as a system cylinder with a security card.

High-Security Cylinders

Depending on the exact product, high-security models can include steel reinforcement, drilling-resistant components, different pin systems and security cards. These features are model-specific.

Kale 164 CEC High Security Cylinder is one example with a security card and reinforced construction described in its technical information.

Construction Cylinders

Some construction/project cylinders use special keying arrangements for the handover process.

Kale 164 OBS-BNE Z High Security Construction Cylinder is described in the product description with temporary construction keys that can become inactive after the final-owner key is used.

Automatic Blocking Cylinders

Automatic blocking is a model-specific security mechanism found in certain Kale cylinder models.

Kale 164 OBS BE Automatic Blocking Ball Cylinder is described as a ball-cylinder model with a security card.

Emergency-Function Cylinders

Some emergency-function cylinders allow operation from one side even when a key is inserted on the other side.

Kale 164 GS / GSC Emergency Function Standard Cylinder is an example with this function.

Ball Cylinders

Ball-cylinder variants use a different key/pin arrangement. Key quantity, security card and body reinforcement can vary by model.

Kale 164 BNE Ball Cylinder is described with a multichannel ball key and security card.

Steel-Reinforced Cylinders

The product range includes steel-reinforced system, standard and ball-cylinder variants. Reinforcement details should be checked on the exact product page.

Trap Cylinders

The product range includes 164 KTB S system and 164 KTB G standard cylinders described as trap variants. Dimensions, body and key specifications can differ between them.

Half and Thumbturn Cylinders

Half cylinders differ from full double-sided cylinders, while thumbturn variants allow hand operation from a defined side. The product range includes 164 RM and 164 M half-type thumbturn models as well as half ball/standard/system variants.

Alarm Cylinder

Kale 164 ASYN Alarm Cylinder is a cylinder description with an electronic alarm feature. Its product page also lists battery, operating-temperature and sound-level information.

Security Cards

Some cylinder descriptions describe a security card for key duplication or renewal. This is not stated for every model, so check the exact package and product information.

Thumbturn or Double-Key Cylinder?

A thumbturn can provide keyless operation from one side, while double-key cylinders use keys from both sides. Choose according to the door's usage requirements and any special functions needed.

Cylinder and Escutcheon Compatibility

Cylinder length should account for both the door and any escutcheon or cylinder-protection hardware. Avoid selecting a cylinder that projects unnecessarily beyond the surrounding hardware.

Key Quantity and Key Type

The product range includes three- and five-key products and different multichannel, ball, system and profile descriptions. Key quantity and format are model-specific.

TS EN 1303 Information

Many Kale cylinder product descriptions include TS EN 1303 certificate information. Check the individual product description for the exact model rather than assuming identical certification details for every cylinder.

Representative Cylinder Types

• 164 YGS SE – high-security system cylinder.
• 164 OBS-BNE Z – high-security construction cylinder.
• 164 OBS BE – automatic-blocking ball cylinder.
• 164 GS / GSC – emergency-function standard cylinder.
• 164 CEC – high-security cylinder.
• 164 BNE – ball cylinder.
• 164 ASYN – alarm cylinder.

Cylinder Selection Checklist

• Model code: record the existing product code where available.
• A/B dimensions: check both sides from the cylinder centre.
• Overall length: match door and escutcheon thickness.
• Operating type: standard, system, half, thumbturn, ball or special-function.
• Keys: check quantity, profile and any security card.
• Lock body: verify cylinder-format compatibility.
• Package: confirm fixing screw, keys and other included parts.

Related Category

For mortise, security and steel-door locking products, return to the Kale Lock main category.

Kale Cylinder Prices

Kale cylinder prices vary according to model code, dimensions, standard/system configuration, key type, security card, body reinforcement and special functions. When comparing prices, make sure both the model and dimensions are genuinely comparable.

Share the cylinder code, A/B measurements, door thickness and, where relevant, thumbturn/key configuration to request compatibility and quotation support.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I measure a door cylinder?

A/B dimensions are generally measured from the fixing-screw centre to each end of the cylinder. Door and escutcheon construction should also be considered.

Does every Kale cylinder fit every Kale lock?

No. Cylinder profile, dimensions and lock-body compatibility must be checked.

What is a thumbturn cylinder?

A thumbturn cylinder allows hand operation from a defined side instead of requiring a key on that side.

What is an emergency-function cylinder?

On applicable models, it can allow key operation from one side even when another key remains inserted on the opposite side.

Does every cylinder include a security card?

No. Some products specify a security card while others do not. Check the exact product description and package contents.

Why do Kale cylinder prices vary?

Dimensions, model, key system, security mechanisms, body reinforcement, security-card inclusion and special functions can affect price.