Understanding High Security Padlocks
There are many types of high security lock so we have broken down this section into easily understood categories below. Please scroll right down to the bottom first to ensure you find the right lock for your purpose. Please note that wherever there are raindrop icons, this indicates a fully weatherproof locks for all conditions.
Insurance Approved High Security Padlocks
Special grades of security padlock are often required by insurance companies under different criteria. Often an industry standard known as CEN will be required that ranges from grades 1-6. Most will require a grade 3 or more and often a closed shackle design.
However, it is important to note that many insurance companies have very outdated and incorrect requirements. Please refer to our
Insurance Advice Section for more information and ensure you are buying the correct lock.
Extreme Padlocks
The latest range by ABUS is the Extreme, with all the features of the highest security models and yet highly weatherproof. A hardened shackle, ball bearing locking mechanism and a special weatherproof coating make this lock ideal in all extreme conditions.
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Closed Shackle Extreme Padlock
This is the closed shackle version of the new Extreme range by ABUS. The closed shackles giving added protection against forced attacks and bolt cutters, often a requirement of insurance companies. Special weatherproof treatment makes this a marine grade lock suitable for all weather conditions and extreme environments.
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High Security Granit Plus Padlock
Now available in up to CEN grade 5, the world leading Granit Padlock uses an ABUS Plus disk cylinder with 250,000 key variations and keys that cannot be copied. The shackle and body are made from hardened alloy steel. Available in two sizes. This latest model is also a fully weatherproof marine grade padlock with a cataphoretic coat to provide 40 years of corrosion resistance!
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Long Shackle High Security Granit Padlock
The long shackle version of our world leading Granit Padlock uses an ABUS Plus disk cylinder with 250,000 key variations and keys that cannot be copied. The shackle and body are made from hardened alloy steel and are insurance approved up to CEN Grade 4. This latest model is also a fully weatherproof marine grade padlock with a cataphoretic coat to provide 40 years of corrosion resistance!
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High Security Closed Shackle Granit Plus Padlocks
The world leading Granit Padlock uses an ABUS Plus disk cylinder with 250,000 key variations and keys that cannot be copied. The shackle and body are made from hardened alloy steel and these closed shackle versions are insurance approved up to CEN Grade 5. This latest model is also a fully weatherproof marine grade padlock with a cataphoretic coat to provide 40 years of corrosion resistance!
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Hardened Steel Padlock
An insurance approved high security padlock up to CEN Grade 4. Both the body and shackle are constructed from hardened alloy steel making this padlock highly secure. It also benefits from a removable cylinder allowing it to be re-keyed to match existing padlocks or door locks.
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Closed Shackle Hardened Steel Padlock
The closed shackle variation of our hardened steel padlock also insurance approved to CEN Grade 4. Both the body and shackle are constructed from hardened alloy steel making this padlock a highly secure option!
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Round Shackleless Padlock
With no exposed shackled at all this design is the ultimate in protection against force attacks from crow bars, saws and bolt cutters. The only downside is that it is fairly limited in what it can be fitted to.
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Hardened Steel Shutter Padlock
A straight shackle or shutter padlock encased in hardened steel for added security gives this high security padlock a CEN insurance approved grade of 3. Includes rust free internal components and an anti-pick mechanism.
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Closed Shackle Stainless Steel Padlock
A 100% stainless steel body and shackle make this a high security and weatherproof padlock. Side walls prevent attacks directly to the shackle and afford it an insurance approved CEN grade of 3.
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High Security Stronghold Padlock
The high security Stronghold padlocks are Squire's flagship CEN rated range. This open shackle version affords a CEN 5 grade using a hardened boron alloy shackle and an electophoretic coat for outstanding resistance to the weather. For a CEN 6 padlock please see the closed shackle model below.
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Closed Shackle High Security Stronghold Padlock
The closed shackle high security Stronghold padlock has the highest security rating on the market. As a CEN grade 6 padlock you cannot buy a lock that is more resistant to bolt cropping and cutting. A hardened boron alloy shackle and an electophoretic coat also give this lock outstanding resistance to the weather.
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Lever Padlock
Most padlocks are now made using pins or discs within their locking mechanism. However, some insurance companies still require padlocks with 5 or more levers. This model satisfies those with 6 integrated levers and a closed shackle design.
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High Security Combination Padlocks
Although there are no combination padlocks that hold insurance certifications, there are a few models that are made to be especially strong where a keyed lock is simply not suitable.
High Security Combination Padlock
A very popular and highly secure combination padlock with resettable 4-digit code, hardened steel cover and precision mechanism. This is the latest model featuring 10,000 possible combinations which can only be reset once open and using a special key provided and a special chrome plated shackle for increase weather resistance.
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Closed Shackle High Security Combination Padlock
The brand new closed shackle variation of our high security combination padlock makes this our most secure and attack resistant combination padlock! Includes resettable 4-digit code, hardened steel cover and precision mechanism which can only be reset once open and using a special key provided.
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- From: £42.86
Stronghold Combination Padlock
Henry Squire have a range of high security padlocks call Stronghold, their flagship range. This is their Stronghold Combination Lock and so the most secure of its type in their range.
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Closed Shackle Stronghold Combination Padlocks
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Octaganol Shackle Combination Padlocks
Octagonal shackles are known to be stronger than standard round ones. Masterlock is the first manufacturer to produce a combination lock incorporating an 10mm octagonal shackle for added security against bolt cutters. Available in both a low cost Die-Cast model and the more secure and weather resistant Brass model.
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Combination Shutter Padlock (Straight Shackle)
A straight shackle combination padlock made from solid brass and covered with a protective plastic casing for added impact resistance and weatherproofing. Although it is often known as a shutter lock it can be used in any situation and affords the higher security of a "closed-shackle" design.
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General High Security Padlocks
Here are a range of general mid-range high security locks. Although they are all categorised as especially strong, they have not been put through rigorous insurance testing standards. For the price they are all exceptional value.
High Security Pro-Series Padlocks
The Pro-Series from Master are their highest security range, featuring a Xenoy thermoplastic cover, a boron hardened steel alloy shackle and 6 pin anti-pick cylinder with a double bolted locking mechanism.
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Closed Shackle Pro-Series Padlocks
This is the closed shackle version of the Pro-Series from Master featuring a Xenoy thermoplastic cover, a boron hardened steel alloy shackle and 6 pin anti-pick cylinder with a double bolted locking mechanism.
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Ultra High Security Diskus Plus Padlocks
This padlock is built to the same specification as our high security Diskus Padlocks but including the addition of the ABUS Plus mechanism with 250,000 key variations with keys that cannot be copied. It carries a CEN Grade 3 certification.
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Restricted / Protected Padlocks
A padlock that uses a key that is very difficult to copy or is unique to your lock is known as a restricted or protected keyway. There are varying degrees to which the protection is afforded which depends on how difficult the key is to get copied and how many key variations there are in circulation. The locks below are fully restricted. The keys cannot be copied and records are kept of the owners.
Extreme Padlocks (Restricted)
The ABUS Extreme series is a very popular lock since it is both highly secure and weatherproof. It is therefore a good choice as a restricted lock. The patented curved Y-keyway is about as secured as you can get on the market and each lock is specifically managed by the UK ABUS headquarters.
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Closed Shackle Extreme Padlocks (Restricted)
This is the closed shackle version of the new Extreme range by ABUS. It also uses the patented curved Y-keyway that the open shackle restricted locks have. You may opt for the closed shackle version to help prevent against bolt cutting attacks or if you insurance company specifically requires a closed shackle design.
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ABUS Rock (Restricted)
The ABUS Rock is about as strong as it gets with a CEN 5 insurance rating. On top of that, it has the unique protection of the Pfaffenhain Y-Cylinder. The keys cannot be copied and are individually managed so that all owners of this restricted lock are kept in a secure central database.
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Specialist High Security Locks
Here are some speciality locks created for specific applications or unique purposes.
Xena Classic Alarm Padlock
A range of highly secure and weatherproof padlocks with the added benefit of a 110 dB Electronic Alarm. Designed using a 360 degree anti-pick locking cylinder, solid stainless steel and a 16mm diameter shackle has gained it various high standards including Sold Secure and Thatcham ratings.
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Xena Straight Shackle Alarm Padlock
The XBL Series is Xena's straight shackle model affords the added protection of being more resistant to bolt cutters and useful for a range of applications. The slightly thinner shackle also makes it ideal for use with security chains. Like all Xena padlocks it is equipped with a state-of-the-art weatherproof alarm system triggered by movement.
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Shipping Container Lock
A brand dew development in the padlock market is the Granit Conlock. A specially designed locking system for shipping containers using a hardened steel protective housing and a high security Granit Padlock with patented Plus locking system.
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Hardened Steel Padlock Enclosure For Vans, Trucks, Gates & Sheds
Product Of The Year 2011! A brand new development incorporating a hardened steel enclosure to fit around any ABUS Diskus padlocks. Suitable for vans, trucks, warehouses, containers and sheds. Note that the padlock is NOT included within the price.
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High Security Padlock & Chain Sets
Highly secure closed shackle lock and chain sets with large savings when bought together. A hardened steel straight shackle padlock is designed especially to fit using each end of the chain for maximum protection against saw and bolt cutters. Ideal for gates and motorcycles.
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High Security Accessories
Along with your high security lock you may wish to consider some of these accessories that are also design to be equally secure and strong.
High Security Steel Chains - Various Lengths
Square link high security chains with a fabric sleeve. Constructed from hardened steel for the highest security against all types of aggressive attacks. Fabric sleeve prevents damage to paintwork and chrome of gates and motorcycles.
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High Security Hasp & Staple
A really solid hasp and staple with re-enforced hinges and a hardened steel staple to resist both hack saws and general attacks. Includes all fixings.
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High Security Ground Anchor
This wall anchor is a Thatcham Approved and Sold Secure Gold rated product and designed to be as secure as the most heavy duty chains and padlocks. It can be attached directly to a wall or the floor and is ideal for securing valuable machinery and motorbikes.
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- From: £55.12