ASSA Cam Locks for Lockers and Cabinets

ASSA Cam Locks for Lockers and Cabinets

ASSA cam locks are key-operated replacement locks for compatible locker doors, storage cabinets, cupboards and secure compartments. Total Locker Service supplies ASSA 8450, 10450, 8460, 10460, 8950 and 10950 cam locks, covering five-pin, six-pin and eight-pin cylinder mechanisms.

These mechanical cam locks provide a 90-degree locking action and retain the key until the lock is returned to its locked position. Different cylinder lengths, keying systems and security mechanisms allow the correct lock to be selected for an existing installation.

When replacing an ASSA cam lock, identify the original model and check the door thickness, mounting opening, cam arm, handing and existing key system before ordering. Similar-looking cam locks are not necessarily interchangeable.

Compare the exact TLS product references, pin mechanisms and listed door-thickness options in the ASSA cam lock model table in the Specification tab. Manufacturer maximums and the options currently listed by TLS are distinguished there.

ASSA 8450 and 10450 Five-Pin Cam Locks

The ASSA 8450 and 10450 are five-pin mechanical cam locks used in lockers, cabinets and storage equipment. Both have key-retaining operation and can be incorporated into compatible master-key systems.

The 8450 is a shorter model with a manufacturer maximum door thickness of 16 mm. The longer 10450 has a manufacturer maximum of 22 mm. Both use 18/22 mm door hole preparation.

When choosing between them, cylinder reach must be considered alongside the cam arm and locker-frame clearance. A longer cylinder is not automatically a suitable replacement for a shorter one.

ASSA 8460 and 10460 Six-Pin Cam Locks

The ASSA 8460 and 10460 use six-pin cylinders and provide a greater number of possible key combinations than the corresponding five-pin mechanism. They support compatible master-key arrangements and use the same general key-retaining operating principle.

ASSA specifies the 8460 for material thicknesses up to 20 mm and the longer 10460 for thicknesses up to 22 mm. Both use 18/22 mm door preparation.

Five-pin and six-pin models should not be treated as automatically compatible with the same existing key system. Confirm the cylinder mechanism and keying arrangement before ordering replacements.

ASSA 8950 and 10950 Desmo+ Cam Locks

ASSA Desmo+ cam locks use an eight-pin high-security cylinder design with directly driven pins and sidebars. This design provides additional keying combinations and supports extensive master-key systems.

The ASSA 8950 Desmo+ is specified for doors up to 16 mm thick. The longer ASSA 10950 Desmo+ is specified for doors up to 22 mm thick. Both use 18/22 mm door preparation.

Desmo+ locks require the appropriate keying arrangement and compatible rear cam fitting. Additional key-control procedures may apply when ordering replacement keys or matching an existing master-key system.

Key-Retaining ASSA Cam Lock Operation

The key turns through 90 degrees to move the rear cam between the locked and unlocked positions. In the standard key-retaining configuration, the key can only be withdrawn when the cam is returned to its locked position.

Right-hand operation is standard across the models listed here. Left-hand versions are available on request where the locker-door arrangement requires the opposite operating direction.

The correct handing must be established before ordering. Changing the cylinder or cam arrangement without checking its operation may prevent the locking arm from engaging the frame correctly.

ASSA Cam Lock Master-Key Systems

Suitable ASSA cam locks can be supplied keyed individually, keyed alike or as part of a compatible master-key system. The available arrangements depend on the cylinder mechanism and the existing keying configuration.

Master-key compatibility should not be assumed between five-pin, six-pin and Desmo+ mechanisms. Where replacement locks must operate within an existing system, provide the original key-series, cylinder or master-key references.

Additional keys may be available through our replacement locker key service . Restricted key systems may require additional authorisation before keys can be supplied.

ASSA Cam Arms and Locking Compatibility

The cam arm is fitted to the rear of the lock and engages behind the locker or cabinet frame. Its length, offset and orientation determine how the door is secured.

Existing cam arms should be measured before replacement. The external appearance of a lock does not establish whether the cam fitting, locking movement or frame engagement will match.

Our replacement ASSA cam arm range includes profiles for compatible ASSA locks, including the 8450 and 10450. Confirm the required cam fitting for other models rather than assuming interchangeability.

Where Are ASSA Cam Locks Used?

ASSA keyed cam locks are used in a variety of locker and cabinet applications, including:

• School and college lockers
• Workplace and staff lockers
• Changing-room storage lockers
• Metal storage cabinets and cupboards
• Laminate locker doors
• Tool and equipment storage
• Secure drawers and storage compartments

The suitability of an ASSA cam lock depends on the actual door construction, mounting dimensions and cam arrangement, rather than the application category alone.

Choosing a Replacement ASSA Cam Lock

Before ordering an ASSA replacement cam lock, establish the following details:

1. ASSA model: Identify the existing 8450, 10450, 8460, 10460, 8950 or 10950 mechanism.
2. Door thickness: Measure the material at the lock mounting point and confirm the supplied cylinder reach.
3. Mounting preparation: Check the shape and dimensions of the existing door opening.
4. Cam arm: Record its length, offset, fixing and direction of engagement.
5. Handing: Confirm whether the installation requires right-hand or left-hand operation.
6. Keying: Establish whether the locks must be keyed differently, keyed alike or master keyed.
7. Quantity: Confirm the required number of locks, keys and compatible cam arms.

If the original model cannot be identified, photographs of the front and rear of the lock, together with its measurements and visible markings, can help establish a suitable replacement.

Use our locker lock and replacement part identification service when the existing lock reference is unknown.

Buy ASSA Cam Locks and Replacement Parts

Select the required ASSA cam lock model from the product options above. Check all dimensions and existing keying requirements before ordering.

You can also browse our ASSA locker locks, compare other locker cam locks, or view the complete locker lock range.

ASSA Cam Lock Technical Specifications

ASSA cam locks have model-specific cylinder mechanisms and dimensions. The following specifications cover the 8450, 10450, 8460, 10460, 8950 Desmo+ and 10950 Desmo+ models.

ASSA Cam Lock Models and Door Thickness

The ASSA cam lock range includes standard five-pin and six-pin cylinders and high-security Desmo+ eight-pin models. The following comparison identifies each model by its existing Total Locker Service product code.

Manufacturer figures represent the published maximum door thickness for each ASSA model. Some limits in the current TLS product selector are lower. The exact supplied configuration must be confirmed before relying on a higher manufacturer limit.

General ASSA Cam Lock Specifications

ASSA Cam Lock Cylinder Materials

The cylinder construction and key materials vary according to the selected ASSA model.

ASSA Cam Lock Mounting and Door Preparation

The models listed use 18/22 mm door preparation. Installation requires the correct cylinder reach, fixing components and rear cam-arm configuration.

The ASSA 10950 Desmo+ has a particular cam hole orientation that differs from other Desmo cam locks. The cam mounting arrangement must therefore be checked against the manufacturer's drawing before replacement.

Even when the mounting opening matches, an alternative model may not provide the correct cam engagement or existing master-key compatibility.

ASSA Cam Arm Dimensions and Fitting

The locking arm must engage sufficiently behind the cabinet or locker frame to hold the door securely without placing excessive pressure on the cylinder.

Check the cam's length, offset, orientation and fixing position. Flat, cranked and stepped cam profiles may provide different engagement positions.

See our ASSA replacement cam arms for compatible profiles and part identification.

ASSA Cam Lock Technical Documents

The specification-sheet links above provide individual drawings for the ASSA 8450 and 10460, together with the ASSA cam arm guide. Do not apply a dimension or cam fitting from one model to another without checking the relevant manufacturer's drawing.

Replacement Lock Identification

If you are unsure which ASSA cam lock is fitted, record the visible markings, door thickness, cam-arm measurements and existing key details. Check the supplied lock specification against the installation before purchasing.

For further guidance, visit our locker part identification page or compare the complete cam lock range .

Additional Fitting and Keying Notes

Existing ASSA Key Systems

Series 29220 keying is available for ASSA 8450 and 10450 cam locks where specified. Replacement cylinders intended to work with an existing keyed-alike or master-key system must be ordered against the correct ASSA keying reference.

Key-series compatibility should be confirmed before ordering. Locks with the same external dimensions may use different cylinder mechanisms and key profiles.

Cam Arm Fitting Measurements

When matching an existing ASSA cam arm, measure from the fixing point to the end of the arm. Record whether the existing profile is flat, cranked or stepped, and check the direction in which it engages the frame.

The distance between the lock body and the locker frame determines the required cam engagement. An incorrectly sized or positioned arm may prevent the door from closing correctly or securing against the frame.

Environmental Suitability

The suitability of an ASSA cam lock for swimming pools, changing rooms and other high-humidity environments depends on the complete installation, including the cylinder, cam arm, fixing components and door material.

Confirm the materials and corrosion-resistance requirements before selecting a replacement lock for damp or chemically exposed conditions. A nickel-plated finish alone does not establish suitability for every wet environment.