Padlock Hole
Why there is a Hole in Padlock
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| holes in padlock |
This may have escaped your attention, but most padlocks
actually have one or two tiny holes in the bottom. One can therefore easily ask
what their real purpose is.
Why is there a Hole at the Bottom of a Padlock
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| why there are holes in padlocks |
As padlocks are most often used outside, the holes at
the bottom prevent it from rusting and letting the water runoff. This is why
they are called "drain holes".
In addition, this prevents water
from freezing inside the lock, which would have caused serious damage in the
absence of an expansion chamber. But there is also another very practical use
of the holes.
If your lock is locked and you cannot open it, you can
pour engine oil or any lubricating oil into the holes, which will help you turn the
key without difficulty.
When you drip the oil, let it sit for a minute before
draining it again. Let it sit for another minute or until it flows through the
drain hole and use your key. Your Padlock should now work perfectly!
In case your lock is stuck and you cannot open it, you can pour engine oil or any oil in the holes and this will help you turn the key without any difficulty.
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