[ K ] Double-bit locks (key locks)

Wertheim safes are equipped with certified double-bit locks and are delivered in standard with 2 keys. Key locks in safes of grade III and higher are changeable, which means, that in case of a key loss, the lock can be adjusted to new keys without changing the lock (one old key has to be available anyway).

Advantages of double-bit locks
You don’t need to remember any code and the safe can be opened with the key quickly and easily. Furthermore, it is always easy to know who is/are the owner(s) of the keys to the safe.

Disadvantages of double-bit locks
The key storage must be carefully considered. Wearing a safe key on a bunch of keys reveals a skilled thieves eye that you are the owner of a safe. And in case of burglary, the thief will immediately notice that the safe is locked with a key and will search for this possibly. Insurances are free of liability, in case the safe was opened without burglary traces, e.g. with a key.

[ E ] Electronic locks

Electronic locks, as the last state of the technology, offer maximum comfortable use by entering a code on a keypad. The required batteries are included.

Advantages of electronic locks
Electronic locks amaginary locking systems and relieve you from the pre iroblem of key storage. The code can be changed any time by using the keypad, after opening with the current code. The replacement of the batteries is also easy to handle. The lock display indicates with signals that the batteries are low. Even in the case of empty batteries the code gets not lost and after replacing the batteries, the safe can be opened as usual.

[ N ] Mechanical number combination locks

Mechanical number combination locks are used by dialling the knob in a predetermined order.

Advantages of number combination locks
Number combination locks are imaginary locking systems and relieve you from the problem of key storage. The code input is view restricted. The code can be changed any time by using the change key, after opening with the current code.

Disadvantages of number combination locks
Opening a mechanical combination lock requires exact handling. If a number is overflown, this mistake can’t be cancelled by turning back and you have to start from beginning.

Note for code locks
Never select a code from personal data (birthday, telephone number). For security reasons, change the adjusted code immediately. To improve security, change the codes at irregular intervals.