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APECS key system

AP v3 3-star

A pin tumbler and slider hybrid with all-metal keys. The Euro, half and rim cylinders all use the same AP key, so they can be keyed alike.

BSI Kitemark 3 Star and Sold Secure Diamond on the AP v3 Euro cylinders

AP v3 Euro cylinders are designed to resist

  • Snapping
  • Picking
  • Bumping
  • Drilling
  • Plug extraction
  • Freeze attack

    Choose it if you want our top range: a 3 Star, Sold Secure Diamond Euro cylinder in the finish that suits your door.

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    AP v3 Euro key/key cylinders in Brushed Satin Nickel, Brushed Brass and Matt Black

    The cylinders

    AP v3 cylinders

    Every AP v3 cylinder uses the same key, so you can mix them in one keyed-alike set. Choose a cylinder to pick its size and finish.

    Ratings apply to the Euro cylinders named. On a thumbturn cylinder, the thumbturn goes on the inside of the door.

    What we can do

    Keyed alike, master suites and extra keys

    Plan it in the APECS Builder, then add it all to your basket.

    • Keyed alike

      One AP key opens every cylinder in the set.

      • Mix Euro, thumbturn, half and rim cylinders, and their finishes
      • 3 keys in total per AP v3 set

      £14.99 for each cylinder after the first

      Build a keyed-alike set

    • Master suite

      Each door has its own key, and a master key opens the doors you choose.

      • AP v3 Euro doors only: key/key and thumbturn
      • Every cylinder is repinned to order
      • No keys included: order each door key and at least one master key

      £14.99 for each cylinder in the suite

      £14.99 for each master key, 1 key per purchase

      Plan a master suite

    • Extra keys

      A cut AP key for a cylinder in your basket, or one you already have.

      • 1 key per purchase
      • Cut to your key system, not an uncut blank
      • For a cylinder you already have, add the key code from your key card

      £14.99 each, 1 key per purchase

      Order extra keys

    See how each one works, with example costs, in the APECS Builder

    Keys and extras

    Keys and extras

    Keys are 1 key per purchase. Extras are optional and sold separately.

    • AP key system

      Extra AP key

      A cut AP key for any AP v3 Euro, half or rim cylinder.

      • 1 key per purchase
      • Cut to your key system, not an uncut blank

      £14.99

      View extra key

    • Master suites

      AP master key

      Opens every door you assign in an AP v3 master suite.

      • 1 key per purchase
      • For master suites on AP v3 Euro doors

      £14.99

      View master key

    • AP keys only

      AP key caps

      Coloured caps for AP metal keys, so you can tell your keys apart.

      • Six colours
      • Optional, sold separately
      • Not included with any cylinder or key

      £1.99

      View key caps

    • Any cylinder

      APECS Dry Lube, 50 ml

      A lock lubricant for any cylinder.

      • Optional, sold separately

      £15.99

      View Dry Lube

    Before you order

    How to measure

    1. Measure from the centre of the fixing-screw hole to each end of the cylinder body.
    2. Inside is the inside of the door and outside is the outside. Choose the size pair that matches.
    3. On a thumbturn cylinder the thumbturn goes on the inside. Don't include the thumbturn itself.
    4. Half cylinders have a 10 mm short side.
    5. Rim cylinders: check the fit against your existing rim cylinder or nightlatch.
    6. Not sure? Send us a photo of your cylinder on WhatsApp and we'll help.

    Thumbturn cylinders: the thumbturn must go on the inside of the door. The key side goes outside.

    Key/key cylinder A key on both sides.
    Thumbturn cylinder Thumbturn inside, key outside. Measure to the end of the body, not the thumbturn.
    Half cylinder Key outside. The short side is 10 mm.
    Oval key/key cylinder A key on both sides.
    Oval thumbturn cylinder Thumbturn inside, key outside.

    Illustration. Measured from the centre of the fixing-screw hole.

    Questions

    AP v3 questions

    Which AP v3 cylinders carry the 3 Star rating?

    The BSI Kitemark 3 Star and Sold Secure Diamond ratings apply to the AP v3 Euro cylinders: key/key and thumbturn. The AP half and rim cylinders use the same AP key, so they can be keyed alike with them.

    How many keys do I get?

    A single AP v3 Euro cylinder comes with 3 all-metal keys, and so do the AP rim and half cylinders. A keyed-alike set includes 3 keys in total, however many cylinders it has. Extra keys are 1 key per purchase.

    Can several doors use one key?

    Yes. Build a keyed-alike set in the APECS Builder: AP v3 Euro, thumbturn, half and rim cylinders can all share one AP key. There's one keyed-alike charge for each cylinder after the first.

    What is a master suite?

    A key for each door, plus a master key that opens the doors you choose. On AP v3 it's for Euro doors: key/key and thumbturn. Every cylinder is repinned to order. No keys are included: order each door key and at least one master key.

    Can I order a key for a cylinder I already have?

    Yes. In the APECS Builder choose Extra keys, then "A cylinder I already have", and add the key code from your key card so we can cut the key.

    Do key caps come with the keys?

    No. Key caps are optional and sold separately. They fit AP keys only.

    What doors do they fit?

    Euro cylinders fit uPVC, aluminium and timber doors with a euro profile lock. A rim cylinder needs a rim nightlatch.

    How is it supplied?

    Supplied to order from APECS. Availability is checked before fulfilment. Keyed-alike and master-suite cylinders are custom-built to your specification. Please review the applicable returns terms before purchase.

    Not sure what you need?

    Tell us your doors and sizes and we'll help you choose.

    Supplied to order from APECS. Availability is checked before fulfilment.

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