Security card vs code card
Code card: for basic security
The code card bears a code which can be used by your trusted security expert to cut a replacement key directly on site. Older ABUS locks with cylinders (whether for padlocks, bicycle locks, door cylinders etc.) generally have a code card – previously the gold standard security solution.
This is how the code card works: The code is located on the key or the card supplied with it. If you require an additional key or a replacement, your specialist dealer will use this code number to cut your key for you.
This is practical as you do not need to hand over the key, just the card with the code. Alternatively, you can just tell the specialist dealer the code.
However, the number of keys is not recorded. This means it is not possible to trace how many keys have actually been produced using the code card.
Security card: our recommendation for you
The security card is an enhanced version of the code card. It’s a security feature which gives you full control of who has a copy of the key and how many are in circulation.
Here’s how the security card works: if a cylinder – whether it’s for a door cylinder, a bicycle lock, a padlock or something else – is issued with a security card, then a replacement key can only be ordered from a dealer if a security card is presented. This is because only we here at ABUS can cut your replacement key; this is done personally for you at our production sites. The security card significantly increases security when you want to order a second, third or fourth key.
What is the advantage of having both cards?
It is impossible for fraudsters to “just” copy your key. Regardless of whether it’s your house key, apartment key, bicycle key or another kind of key.
