Pin Spacing for Brinks Shrouded

[Deathadder]

Well, its been a while since i posted a new topic, so i guess now is a good time to ask. I've done a few cutaways before, and each time i miss the center of the pin. I was thinking, if i had the specs of the pin spacing, i could just measure all six out, and draw a line where i would file. lol, seems so logical, im not sure why i didnt try it earlier . Ok, so if any of you know the pin spacing of a brinks shrouded padlock (dimensions are: 3" x 1 3/4" x 3/4") Any replies would be greatly appreciated. I'll try to get some pictures of the finished product when i'm done.

[2octops]

Most of the Brinks padlocks I've ran across were Master clones.

Why not use a micrometer to measure the key, then transfer it to the lock?

[zeke79]

This is a american clone. I believe it goes on the AM4 keyway.

[melvin2001]

yes its an american clone.

[JackNco]

Most of the Brinks padlocks I've ran across were Master clones.

Why not use a micrometer to measure the key, then transfer it to the lock?

Why not use the key and a marker pen?

Unless thats not accurate enough. then feel free to ignore me

John

[Kaotik]

This very well may be an American clone. But since Master and American have merged, you may want to do some cross refferencing to figure out the spacing and pin depths.

[zeke79]

Spaces 5 or 6
cuts start at .156
spacing .125
Incr. .0156

Spaces .156, .281, .406, .531, .656, .781
Depths:
0-.296 (usually used for masterkeying purposes)
1-.284
2-.268
3-.253
4-.237
5-.222
6-.206
7-.190
8-.175

This info is good for american series:
Padlocks, 2500, etc

Measure the depths on your brinks key with a caliper to see if you are within up to 5 thousands of one of the depths.