About this product
This lock is similar to most other straight shackle or shutter padlocks but Squire designed it to fit most styles of contain locking system. The bar opens on the same side as the key so you can get it up inside a locking box which some containers have. The dimensions are also sufficient to get over the hasps on which you fit the lock but not with too much free space which would be a security risk.
Insurance Rating
Note that the lock is CEN 4 rated. Ok this isn't the highest grade and you can buy locks from us as we do CEN 5 & 6 locks. But it is worth noting that these style of straight shackle locks afford more protection than their standard counterparts because the shackle is protected from being cut. The insurance tests purely tests against strength and doesn't account for the shape and design of the lock. Once the lock is attached, most of the shackle is guarded by the very thing you locked it too. Se photo below. This is why these locks often end up being more effective than a more highly rated standard padlock.
Weather Resistance
This is a high security lock and as such made from hardened steel. Therefore it is fine for outdoor use but hardened steel can show signs of rust over time. If they made it from stainless steel then it wouldn't be all that strong so it is just the trade off you have to accept for a strong lock. That said, it is coated with decent paint and the mechanism is made from non corrosive materials like brass and stainless.
If you're interested in seeing more padlocks by Squire then see our dedicated Squire padlocks page here!
