Abloy Protec2 PL 362 Shrouded Hardened Steel Padlock

The PL 362 Padlock
Abloy's PL 362 padlock is a shrouded padlock with a hardened steel body, a case hardened boron steel shackle, and raised shoulders for extended shackle protection.  It is Abloy's largest padlock and one of the biggest in the world, it is the ultimate padlock for any high security install.  In addition to raised shoulders the padlock features a top loading cylinder like the 358 to resist direct drilling of the retaining screw. It is a rekeyable padlock that can be rekeyed both at time or order and at a later date if required.  Useful in many high security padlock installs, with extreme attack resistance.  The hardened steel body has extreme resistance to drilling and grinding attacks while the hardened boron steel shackle is even more resistant to cutting and grinding.  The raised shoulders of the PL 362 make the padlock virtually impregnable against attack by cutting and prying tools. Below are the technical details (exact measurements given in mm):

• Grade 6 Padlock
• Hardened Steel Body
• Case Hardened Boron Steel Shackle
• Raised shoulders to shroud shackle from attack
• Top Loading Locking Cylinder offering extreme drill resistance
• 3 and 3/4" (95.7mm) tall body
• 2 and 13/16" (72mm) wide body
• 1" and 3/16" (30mm) thick body
• 5/8" (15mm) thick shackle
• 1 and 3/16" (30mm) wide shackle clearance
• 1" (25mm) tall shackle clearance

We also sell an Abloy Dust Cover for PL 350/PL 358/PL 362 Padlocks for extreme conditions (or see the Super Weather Proof options below).

Padlocks

Abloy padlocks are some of the strongest padlocks in the world.  Abloy features a wide range of padlocks from brass to hardened steel including raised shoulders for maximum resistance to physical attacks.  Their unique surface treatments guarantee corrosion resistance on both the outside and inside of the lock.  Abloy padlocks are some of the most reliable padlocks in the world, and are highly resistant to wear, dirt, moisture, corrosion and freezing.  Unlike most padlocks, Abloy padlocks do not contain springs or parts which could jam.  This has made the Abloy padlock the choice of many governments and organizations around the world.  Abloy padlocks are key retaining meaning the key cannot be removed when the padlock is unlocked.  If you definitely need this feature please contact us, we do have a hybrid padlock solution that solves this problem.  It is strongly suggested you use the standard Abloy padlocks.

Abloy

Abloy is one of the most reputable high security lock manufacturers in the world. Abloy is based out of Finland and their current top of the line lock system is the Abloy Protec/Protec2 system. The Abloy Protec system came out in 2001 and features a unique rotating disk based system with a disk blocking anti pick system that is unique to them. It is completely bump proof and extremely pick resistant (no known picking attacks have been successful). It is well respected as one of the top of the line high security locks in the world. It has one of the largest key spaces of any high security system with over 2 billion possible keys. Virtually all Abloy locks can be keyed to work with the same set of keys. The Abloy Protec2 was introduced in December of 2012 and it makes some refinements to the Abloy Protec system. The primary features include minor additional drill resistance, harder to copy keys with an interactive element and an extended patent through 2031. To order locks in the Protec2 system select “Protec 2 Elite” under key profile on the product options. For more details please see our Abloy Brand Information page.

Key Profile / System

Abloy currently has two different systems of locks the Abloy Protec2 and the Abloy Protec.  First you must decide which system you would like to buy, most locks are available in both systems.  For more information on the Protec1 verse the Protec2 please see our Abloy Brand Information page. To order a lock in the Abloy Protec2 you must select a key profile that has the number 2 in its name (ie "Protec2 Elite" or "Ruby2 Exclusive").  Next you have a choice of key profile, the key profile of a lock primarily is an issue of key control.  Legally the Protec Elite and Ruby Exclusive key profiles have the same level of key control, no dealer other than the dealer who originally issued the keys (or the Factory) can cut more keys.  Technically, with the standard Protec Elite key profile, all Abloy Protec/Protec2 dealers in the US have access to this key blank.  This is a slight security risk as it does mean they could duplicate a Protec/Protec2 Elite key if they wanted to (but they would break their contract with Abloy in doing so and we have yet to hear of a dealer doing so).   Our Ruby Exclusive key profile is a key blank that is only issued to us, which removes the option for another Abloy dealer to duplicate your ruby key as they do not have access to the key blanks.  A Protec Elite key will not even fit in a Ruby Exclusive lock.   The Ruby Exclusive is a very secure level of key control giving peace of mind to even the most worried lock owner.   Having an exclusive key profile can also be useful if an eventual attack against the Abloy Protec is found.   While it is hard to speak about something that has not happened, many advanced rights escalation attacks, or advanced attacks against high security locks, require having a key (or key blank) that fits the lock.  With the Ruby Exclusive you will make it harder for an attacker to have access to a fitting key.

Keyed Alike / Master Keying

Master Keying and Keying Alike are both services we are happy to offer however they do require that all the locks are the same key profile (Ruby Exclusive or Protec Elite). 

We are able to key your locks alike(to the same key) during ordering at no cost.  We can also master key(see our Master Keying Page) your locks starting at $15 per cylinder.  Keyed alike means that if you order two padlocks and a deadbolt from us we can key them all to operate on the same key.   To order two or more locks keyed alike, just select "keyed alike" under keying for each lock and all locks that are the same color will be keyed the same.  During checkout there will also be a notes area and you can comment on how you want the locks keyed if you wish to provide additional clarification.   It is important to note that when keying alike you do not get more keys for each lock you order, just the initial lock's number of keys.  This means no matter if you order 2 or 5 padlocks keyed alike, you will only get 2 keys total.  If you require additional keys just order extra keys.  There is no additional charge for keying alike.  Master keying can allow you to allow some keys to open some locks and other keys to open all locks. You can specify your desired master keying in the notes area when checking out, or you can simply put a note in to call, and we will call you to discuss your needs.  If you are looking to have locks or keys to a previous order please see our keyed to a previous order page.

Key Look

Abloy keys have a variety of color inserts that can be selected to help keep track of your Abloy keys from one another.  Below, you are able to pick a color for your key indicators. If you want a different color for one or more of the keys, please specify the colors you want in the notes area during checkout.  In addition, Abloy keys can have an optional plastic key head.  Our Abloy Plastic Key Heads are found under the Accessories category.  The plastic key head does not block the color indicator dots.

Extra Keys

Please note when ordering extra keys you are ordering extra keys per lock.  This means if you select 3 extra keys and then order a quantity of 2 locks you will get 6 extra keys.  To order the correct number of extra keys you can divide the number of extra keys by however many locks you are ordering and put that under extra keys.  The other option for extra keys is to add a quantity of 1 of the item you are ordering to your cart with the correct number of extra keys, and then go back and add however many more of the lock you want with 0 extra keys.  It will mean you have to pick the options for the product twice, but will ensure you get exactly how many keys you want.