Why High-Security Trailer Coupler Locks Are Worth It?
There are many types and styles of trailer coupler locks on the market today. You can spend as little as $5.00 to $500.00 for a trailer coupler lock. The majority of the locks on the market are under $100.00, with most in the $30-$60-dollar range. Unfortunately, the majority of these lower-cost locks are made from cheap materials such as pot metals, cast aluminum, or mild steel, and their designs make them vulnerable to hammering and prying. Most trailer thieves know how to easily defeat these locks, therefore not providing any deterrent to thieves.
Purchasing any of these low-quality locks is a waste of hard-earned money and provides a false sense of security.
What Defines a High-Security Trailer Coupler Lock?
A true high-security coupler lock must meet key standards of strength and resistance. It should be:
- Made of high-strength materials
- Will not deform from external forces like hammering or prying
- Resistant to grinding and sawing
- Designed with a strong engagement mechanism in the coupler ball cavity
- Locking device resistant to picking
- Locking device not accessible to tampering
- Weather resistant
Locks that meet these standards give real peace of mind. A thief will likely pass your trailer by because of the extraordinary effort, noise, and time required to defeat a properly built high-security lock. A little more money buys a lot more security and peace of mind.
Are You Getting Real Protection from Your Trailer Coupler Lock?
The Bank Trailer Security Systems LLC line of trailer coupler locks meets all the above criteria with ¼ “P & O steel coupler lock housing, reinforced design immune to sledge hammers and pry bars, grinding and sawing would require multiple blade and disk changes, making a lot of noise and sparks.
The locking pin that engages the coupler ball socket is made of ¾” x 1 ¾” steel, the largest and strongest in the industry. The padlock is a commercial-grade Master Lock with “Bump Stop” technology, making it nearly impossible to pick. Additionally, the padlock is completely contained inside the coupler lock housing, eliminating any and all access for tampering to the lock body and shackle.
Our lock housings are designed with drain openings to prevent water pooling and shed all environmental conditions, including rain, snow, and ice. When you choose Bank Trailer Security Systems, you’re investing in the toughest, most secure trailer protection on the market. Explore the complete line of high-security trailer coupler locks and accessories.
