Product Overview
The Australian oval cylinder is an Australian profile cylinder in the Swiss and oval cylinder category, built for door hardware in the Australian and New Zealand markets and compliant with EN 1303. It measures 34 mm in length, with a brass housing, brass plug and brass key, and it runs a vertical dimple key with five active and five passive pins.
That 34 mm body and the oval profile are what door hardware in the region is cut for, so the cylinder drops into existing Australian locksets without an adapter. The five-pin dimple key gives a keyway that suits residential and light commercial doors, and the brass build keeps the plug and housing stable through daily use. Buyers specify it when they need a replacement or OEM cylinder that matches local door prep and carries an EN 1303 reference.
Key Features
- Australian profile oval body: fits the door prep used across Australia and New Zealand, so no adapter or rework is needed at installation.
- 34 mm length: matches the common door thickness in the region, which keeps the cylinder flush and the cam in line with the lock case.
- Brass housing, plug and key: the same alloy through the wear surfaces holds tolerances longer than mixed-metal builds.
- Five active and five passive pins: the passive pins add pick resistance at the shear line without changing the key cut.
- Vertical dimple key: the dimple pattern is harder to copy on standard key machines than a conventional pin tumbler cut.
- EN 1303 compliance: gives specifiers a recognised standard number to put in the door schedule.
- Keying options KA, CE, MK and GMK: one cylinder family covers single doors, suites and master-keyed buildings.
- Three keys supplied as standard: enough for handover on a single door, with key quantity configurable to order.
Product Specifications
| Product name | Australian Oval Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Category | Swiss and oval cylinders |
| Profile | Australian profile cylinder, oval |
| Standard | EN 1303 |
| Length (L) | 34 mm |
| Housing material | Brass |
| Plug material | Brass |
| Key material | Brass (optional) |
| Key type | Vertical key, dimple key |
| Number of active pins | 5 (5-7 optional) |
| Number of passive pins | 5 (5-7 optional) |
| Number of keys | 3 (optional) |
| Keying possibilities | KA, CE, MK, GMK |
| Finish options | Brass, polished brass, satin nickel, polished chrome, matt chrome |
| Anti-drill protection, housing | None (optional) |
| Anti-drill protection, plug | None (optional) |
| Anti-picking protection | None (optional) |
| Anti-bumping protection | None (optional) |
| Clutch shape | Optional (see list for details) |
| Fixing screw length, cam type, connecting bar length | Available on request |
Configurations & Options
| Pin count 5 active / 5 passive | standard build for residential and light commercial doors; 5-7 pins available when a higher pin count is specified. |
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| Keying KA | keyed alike, one key operates every cylinder in the order, suited to a single property or a small suite. |
| Keying CE | keyed to differ, each cylinder on its own key, the usual choice for multi-unit residential projects. |
| Keying MK | master keyed, one master key opens all cylinders while each door keeps its own key. |
| Keying GMK | grand master keyed, for buildings that need more than one master level across zones. |
| Finish | brass, polished brass, satin nickel, polished chrome or matt chrome, selected to match the door furniture. |
| Security options | anti-drill protection on housing or plug, anti-picking and anti-bumping protection can each be added to the order. |
| Key quantity | three keys supplied as standard; other quantities specified at order. |
Industrial Applications
- Australian oval cylinder for residential door locks: builders and locksmiths fitting entry and internal doors need a cylinder that matches local door prep and hands over with three keys; the 34 mm brass body and five-pin dimple key cover that without an adapter.
- Australian oval cylinder for commercial door hardware: hardware distributors stocking aluminium and timber door systems specify a keyed-alike or master-keyed cylinder across a fit-out; the KA, MK and GMK options let one order serve the whole building.
- Australian oval cylinder for aluminium door systems: fabricators of aluminium frames need a slim oval profile that seats in the lock stile; the Australian profile body is cut for that stile and the 34 mm length keeps the cam aligned.
- Australian oval cylinder for replacement lock upgrades: maintenance teams replacing worn cylinders on existing doors need a drop-in part; the EN 1303 reference and brass construction give them a like-for-like swap.
- Australian oval cylinder for OEM lock assembly: lock manufacturers building for the AU/NZ market buy the cylinder as a component; pin count, keying and finish are specified to the assembly drawing.
Key Advantages
- The 34 mm length and Australian oval profile mean the cylinder seats in local door prep without an adapter, which removes a fitting step on every door in a project.
- Brass through the housing, plug and key keeps the wear surfaces at the same expansion rate, so the plug does not loosen in the housing over a service life of daily operation.
- Five passive pins sit beside the five active pins, adding a second shear-line barrier that a standard five-pin pin tumbler cylinder does not have.
- EN 1303 compliance gives the specifier a standard number for the door schedule, which shortens approval on commercial work.
- One cylinder family covers KA, CE, MK and GMK, so a distributor can serve single doors and master-keyed buildings from one stock line.
How to Choose the Right Configuration
| Keyed alike (KA) | suits a single property or a small suite where one key should open every door; the deciding factor is how many doors share one key holder. |
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| Keyed to differ (CE) | suits multi-unit residential and commercial fit-outs where each tenant holds a separate key; choose it when units are let or sold individually. |
| Master keyed (MK) | suits a building with a facilities team that needs access to all doors; the deciding factor is whether one master level is enough. |
| Grand master keyed (GMK) | suits sites with zones under one master, such as a complex with separate wings; choose it when more than one master level is required. |
| 5-pin standard vs 5-7 pin optional | the 5-pin build covers residential and light commercial doors; specify the higher pin count when the door schedule calls for it. |
| Security options | add anti-drill, anti-picking or anti-bumping protection where the door is exposed or the specification names it; the base build carries none of these as standard. |
Why Choose Us
We quote the Australian oval cylinder price against your keying schedule, not against a single unit, so a mixed KA and MK order comes back as one line per door group. The brass housing, plug and key are held in-house, which means a change to pin count or finish does not restart the whole order. Buyers sourcing China side get the EN 1303 reference on the paperwork and the finish sample before the run. Spare keys and replacement cylinders ship from the same production batch, so a later top-up matches the original keyway. Tell us the door count and the keying plan and we will confirm what can be combined. Warranty, after-sales support, spare parts and technical support are confirmed per order: state the terms you need with your enquiry and we will put them in the quotation.
Factory Strength
Production of the Australian oval cylinder runs from brass bar stock through machining of the housing and plug, pin and key cutting, and assembly on site. Pin count, keying and finish are set at the assembly stage, which lets one line handle KA, CE, MK and GMK orders without a separate setup. Each cylinder is checked for key rotation and plug fit before it is packed, and the finish is inspected against the sample. Units ship to the Australian and New Zealand markets, where the oval profile and 34 mm length are the standard door prep.
Quality Control
Incoming brass is checked for alloy and dimension before it reaches machining. In-process checks follow the housing and plug through turning, pinning and assembly, with key rotation tested on every cylinder. Final inspection confirms the 34 mm length, the finish against the approved sample and the keying against the order schedule before packing.
- Incoming brass checked for alloy and dimension
- In-process checks on housing and plug machining
- Key rotation and plug fit tested on every cylinder
- Final inspection of length, finish and keying before packing
Packaging & Delivery
Cylinders are packed individually and boxed by keying group so a master-keyed order stays separated on arrival. Carton quantity and pallet loading are confirmed per order, and the finish and keying schedule travel with the packing list. Shipment is arranged to the buyer’s port or forwarder, with trade terms and lead time confirmed at quotation.
- Individually packed, boxed by keying group
- Carton and pallet quantities confirmed per order
- Packing list carries finish and keying schedule
- Port, trade terms and lead time confirmed at quotation
FAQ
What does EN 1303 mean on this cylinder?
EN 1303 is the European standard for cylinder locks, and this Australian oval cylinder is built to it. The standard covers the mechanical performance of the cylinder, and the reference is stated on the product documentation so it can go into a door schedule.
How does the five active and five passive pin arrangement work?
The five active pins are lifted by the key cut to the shear line. The five passive pins sit alongside them and add a second barrier at the shear line, which raises pick resistance without changing how the key is cut.
Can I order a higher pin count than five?
Yes. The standard build is five active and five passive pins, and a 5-7 pin configuration is available as an option. Tell us the pin count on your drawing and we will confirm it against the order.
Can this cylinder be used for master-keyed commercial buildings?
Yes. KA, CE, MK and GMK keying are all available, so the same cylinder serves a single door or a master-keyed building. Send the keying schedule with the door list and we will map it to the order.
Is the Australian oval cylinder suitable for aluminium door systems?
The oval profile and 34 mm length are cut for the door prep used in Australian and New Zealand aluminium and timber door systems. Confirm the lock stile and door thickness on your drawing before ordering.
What is the Australian oval cylinder price and how do I get a quotation?
Price depends on pin count, keying, finish and quantity, so we quote per order rather than from a single list. Send the door count, keying plan and finish and we will return a quotation.
What is your MOQ for a trial order?
MOQ is set per configuration and depends on pin count, keying and finish. Tell us the trial quantity you need and we will confirm what can be arranged for a first order.
Can you supply an Australian oval cylinder datasheet?
Yes. The Australian oval cylinder datasheet covers the 34 mm length, brass housing, plug and key, pin counts, keying options and finish list. Request it with your enquiry and we will send the current version.
Where can I find the Australian oval cylinder specifications?
The Australian oval cylinder specifications are listed in the product specifications table on this page: 34 mm length, brass housing, plug and key, 5 active and 5 passive pins (5-7 optional), KA/CE/MK/GMK keying and the finish options. For a copy to attach to a door schedule, request the datasheet with your enquiry.
Do you offer OEM keying and finish for our own brand?
OEM orders are handled against your keying schedule and finish selection, with the cylinder built to your drawing. Send the specification and we will confirm what can be produced for your brand.
