Cylinders ABUS
Information about ABUS
Abus: cylinders and door security
Who Abus is
Abus is a German security firm founded in 1924 in Volmarstein, in North Rhine-Westphalia. August Bremicker and his sons started out making padlocks in a small family forge; today, after more than 100 years in the trade, the brand operates internationally and maintains a well-established presence in residential, commercial and mobility security. Its catalogue has evolved from the traditional padlock to solutions for access control, home protection and locking systems for buildings.
Within the locksmithing market, Abus stands out for combining domestic products with more technical cylinders and systems intended for residents' associations, offices and homes with higher security needs. Not all of its products are built to the same demanding standard, so it is worth choosing the model according to the door, the setting and the real level of risk.
Product range for protecting entry points
The Abus range covers the various components involved in door security. The cylinders or euro-profile cylinders are central to it, but they work best when paired with a suitable escutcheon, fitting and lock.
- Double cylinders, half cylinders and versions with an internal thumbturn.
- Cylinders with a reversible key, dimple key and property card systems.
- Additional locks, deadbolts, rim locks and reinforcement solutions.
- Protective escutcheons, security fittings, strike plates and hinge protection.
- Door viewers, chains, restrictors, padlocks and mechanical or electronic locking systems.
This variety makes it possible to protect a front door as well as a storeroom, a holiday home or the communal entrances of a building. The choice should always weigh the condition of the leaf, the frame and the installed lock, not just the cylinder.
Technologies and security levels
In its advanced ranges, Abus incorporates anti-bumping, anti-pick, anti-drill and anti-extraction measures. One example is the Bravus MX Magnet family, which combines a reversible key with magnetic elements and the Intellitec system to make unauthorised copying more difficult. The security card controls requests for original duplicates, which is especially useful when several people have access to a home.
Depending on the version and configuration, these cylinders may feature steel bars and components, protection against breakage and extraction, as well as modular construction to adapt the length to a new door. This particular range advertises closing security ratings of class 6 to DIN EN 1303, DIN 18252 certifications and, on euro profiles, SKG***. These references should not be extrapolated to the whole catalogue: you have to check the data sheet for the exact model.
Keyed-alike systems and master-keying are also possible, to open several entry points with a single key or to assign different permissions. A professional locksmithing service can check whether the door assembly can accept these improvements without creating weak points.
Notable models and ranges
Bravus MX Magnet suits front doors where high technical protection, control over copies and future flexibility are required. It is a sensible option for detached houses, isolated homes or properties that stand empty for part of the year. The Bravus range, without the magnetic component of the top version, keeps its reversible-key solutions, security card and reinforcement options for demanding needs.
The Vela, Vitess and Zolit systems are geared towards locking and master-keying set-ups, from a single-family house to several entry points in a residents' association or business. For an internal door, a storeroom or a low-risk entry point, a simpler, well-installed solution may be enough; for the front door it is best to prioritise compatibility with a security escutcheon and lock.
Real advantages and drawbacks
The main advantage of Abus is having a broad catalogue, with options ranging from basic protection to high-security cylinders and scalable systems. Reversible keys are convenient, while the property card provides control over duplicates. Its modular solutions can avoid changing the whole cylinder when the thickness of the door is altered.
On the other hand, the advanced models involve a greater investment and require precise measurement. A high-level cylinder is no help if it protrudes beyond the escutcheon, if the frame is deteriorated or if the mortice lock is weak. On holiday lets, secondary doors or tight budgets it may be more sensible to choose a mid-range option and reinforce the assembly in a balanced way.
Installation and maintenance
The cylinder should sit practically flush with the fitting; an excessive overhang makes extraction attacks easier. Before fitting it, you measure from the central screw to each face of the door, taking escutcheons, roses and cladding into account. It is also worth confirming whether a double clutch is of interest, a function that allows the door to be opened from outside even when a key has been left in the inside.
Avoid dense lubricants or household oils: they can trap dirt. If the key turns with difficulty, there is play, the cylinder jams, keys are missing after a loss or signs of tampering are visible, it is time to have it checked. After a house move, an attempted break-in or a loss of control over copies, replacing the cylinder is a prudent measure.
Installing and changing Abus cylinders in Torrevieja
To install or replace an Abus cylinder, our 24-hour locksmiths serve Torrevieja, La Mata, Aguas Nuevas, Los Balcones, La Siesta, San Luis, El Chaparral, Los Altos, La Veleta, Mar Azul and Cabo Cervera. We also provide our service in Orihuela Costa, Rojales, Ciudad Quesada, Guardamar del Segura and the rest of the Vega Baja. Before any work we provide a fixed quote, and the job is delivered with an invoice and a guarantee.
We have emergency locksmiths and on-call locksmiths for emergency door openings, door openings, cylinder changes, lock changes, lock repairs and door repairs, including on public holidays and in the early hours, 365 days a year. We offer assistance in several languages and a helpful response for owners of second homes who need to resolve an issue remotely or improve their security before they arrive.