![]() In a master key system, a group of keys allows specific keys to be able to only unlock their assigned locks and those that fall beneath their security level. What is a Master Key System?Ī master key system is a tiered triangle-like structure of the different master key levels of a security system, typically made for schools, apartment complexes or commercial office buildings. With so many key combinations present, a locksmith can create different levels of access for each of the keys and their master keys. Or as I like to see it, 64 possible ways to pick the lock open. ![]() This means there are 64 different possible unique key bitings possible to open this one lock. This master key calculation informs locksmiths on how to best cut the keys for the unique locks and the related master key.įor those curious, the formula of how many key combinations are possible is 2 to the exponent of the number of master wafers in the lock.Ī lock with a master wafer in each of its six (6) pin chambers, can be calculated as 2 to the power of 6 and equals 64. These will represent the wafer pin sizes in each chamber
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