Machine for keys: features and manufacturing details

If you need a self-made key, a special machine comes to the rescue. Unfortunately, the cost of such equipment is prohibitively high, so it is cheaper to make machine tools for keys at home. About the device, varieties and subtleties of manufacturing the machine with their own hands for the keys, we will consider further.

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key machines The machine for making duplicate keys solves many problems. With its help it is possible to make several duplicate keys, for almost any locks. For a large key machine, the price is prohibitively high, and they are not used very often.

In order to buy a key machine, you should contact the specialized shops or directly to the manufacturer.

If we talk about the types of machine tools for the keys, we should distinguish the machines:

• vertically milling type;
• horizontally milling type.

And these machines are divided into subspecies in relation to the type of key that must be made.

Highlight machines:

• flat type English;
• of the cross type;
• is a saddle, rod, pump type;
• of the Finnish type;
• perforated type;
• with vertical side milling.

In relation to the type and manufacturer of keys, the machines are divided into:

• universal - designed for the manufacture of various kinds of keys;
• special - which produce only one kind of keys;
• highly specialized - are able to produce certain keys of the same manufacturer.

The principle of the machine for the manufacture of keys will be considered on the example of a copy-milling machine that deals with the duplication of metal parts.

The master, which works on the machine with a feeler, produces the outline of the main key. The machine reproduces exactly the same contour on the workpiece. Then the key is polished and given to the owner.

To ensure the maximum accuracy of the key manufacture, the key must be preset. Another important point is the choice of the correct workpiece. It is necessary to tighten both the original of the key and its workpiece as tightly as possible. The process of the first cut is very deep, after that the moving carriage is fixed so that the movement is carried out only backwards or forwards. This is to ensure that the original does not come off the workpiece. When one side is already cut, the clip is removed, since a rigid fixing of the key is no longer required, the key is cleared with a hard brush. This process allows you to get rid of the scale and burrs that have arisen in the work. Then the second side of the key is filed and the cleaning procedure is repeated.

Reasons for manufacturing the machine for keys

1. In large settlements almost everywhere there are workshops that deal with the manufacture of key duplicates. But here are relatively small cities and towns, then it is difficult to find such places. Therefore, it is easier to make a machine for keys independently than to spend a lot of money for its purchase.

2. Unpopular varieties of keys, even in a big city, do not always work. Since purchased key machines are able to work only with special blanks. There are a lot of varieties of keys, about a hundred kinds. Therefore, for each key to pick up the workpiece is problematic. Having a key machine, the workpiece is not required, since it is possible to produce it on its own.

The machine for making duplicate keys by own hands

1. First of all, let's consider the manufacture of a key blank. This process requires the availability of:

• metal, about two millimeters thick;
• two clamps;Hacksaws for metal;
• file;
• calipers;
• drills;
• emery grinding machine;
• file.

It is necessary to cut out a rectangular shape from metal. Then it is processed by a file. With the help of a vice, the workpiece is fixed. The drill will make a hole in the top part of the key, and a hacksaw for metal - will cut the necessary dimples.

Thus, with a minimal set of tools and practical skills to work with them, it is possible to produce almost any kind of key.

2. The second way of manufacturing the key involves the presence of special grips, as well as tools such as:

• blanks;
• file;
• is a machine that cuts out grooves.

Use a key to open the vise in the side and insert the workpiece into the vise. The upper part is tightened with a hexagon, and close the clamp on the side.

When the key is securely locked in the vise, proceed to knock out the recesses, for this purpose use the filter.

To purchase such a vise, it is enough to contact any lock and key store, and a variant of their self-manufacturing is still possible, for these purposes it will take a little perseverance and use a carpenter's tool.

Overview of machine tool models for

Most of the equipment that allows the production of keys is manufactured in China and Turkey. Let us consider their main characteristics.

Chinese-made machines are characterized by a large number of functions. They allow to produce duplicates of laser, English, pump, Finnish keys. Such machines are engaged in the manufacture of virtually all existing types of keys. They can make a duplicate key from the apartment, car, safe, garage.

Turkish machines are valued primarily for quality and comfortable work. They make keys of thoughtful design with a heavy and stable casing.

1. Wenxing - Chinese-made machines that are very popular among consumers.

Key manufacture is made of brass alloy, so the machine does not cut solid metal. If there is a need for this action, the machine is equipped with additional equipment, in the form of various milling cutters.

The machine is characterized by:

• two milling cutters;
• two-way swivel vice;
• mechanism providing smooth feed of the carriage;
• device that holds the keys.

The package also includes a manual in Russian and a DVD that will teach its owner the basic subtleties of making keys.

The types of keys that this machine model produces:

• flat-type English keys: single- and double-sided;
• keys from road transport, as well as motorcycles or scooters;
• keys for flashing, safe and garage purposes;
• manufacturing of Finnish keys: one-sided and two-sided;
• keys are cruciform, roller and pump type.

2. Type - machines that make duplicate laser keys. Characterized by the presence of vertical milling cutters, which is engaged in manufacturing duplicates of various kinds of keys.

Features of this machine:

• ball guides guide the carriages;
• work area is highlighted;
• is engaged in manufacturing of auto-keys;
• large number of mills with different diameters;
• vices allow clamping of tabular keys.

3. Kurt is a Turkish machine tool that makes duplicate keys.

Features:

• carriages move due to the presence of linear bearings with high accuracy;
• the presence of two-pair vise, allows you to capture almost any key;
• the possibility of making auto-clicks;
• work area is highlighted;
• with additional set of cutters it is possible to copy Multilock keys.

4. Advanced code Evo is a program that develops and replicates chip keys.

Is the most popular universal type hardware that programs chip keys. Does not require a computer to identify the chip. Performs firmware 99% of chip keys. Periodically, there is a constant update of the database, as new key models appear. It is possible to update the program using the Internet. Language - Russian, the program is easy to use even for non-professional, the main thing is to follow the instruction. During recording, there is no risk of damage to the original key.

5. Matrix - machine that makes the keys:

• well;
• angular type.

The machine is quite flexible, so there is no need to replace the clamp or use a special adapter.

Features: The

• features a two-speed electric motor;
• cutting tool is made of high-speed tool steel;
• , the value of the speed of the cutter rotations during the processing of the tool from high-speed steel is 6,000 revolutions per minute, and during processing of solid-metal workpieces - 12,000 revolutions;
• three-plane feed, which is carried out on three guides;
• presence of the balanced clamp: movable sponges and replaceable plates;
• uses a lamp with a power of 0.25 kW as a backlight.

6. Oscar - Chinese machine tools that have such features:

• four-sided vice;
• rotary combined racket;
• affordable cost;
• high functionality;
• lightness and comfort in operation.