Broken key extractor set

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Once inserted, gently lift the handle of the extractor upward and leverage it against the top of the keyway to help dig the barbs into the key. There are many different types of key extractors, but each is typically used the same way. They dig something sharp into the broken piece of the key and give you the leverage to pull it out. There are two ways to use a paperclip to extract a broken key. In my experience, thinner paperclips tend to work better and give you a deeper grip on the key. This method is a little more difficult, as you’d be required to have a tool called a broken key extractor to carry it out. Do not force the blade into the keyway. If it does not fit smoothly, make adjustments to the blade. It must be thin enough to fit in the keyhole and pass alongside the broken key fragment. 4. Super Glue

Here is the breakdown of the inventory you’d need for all the ways mentioned in the article to work. Paperclips are genuinely a magical tool and work decently well to remove broken keys— as long as the fractured piece isn't too small and it is not too deep within the keyway. A few household tools would be needed for making this, and you can easily get them all from a neighbor or your local hardware store.You'll need to dig the knife into the sides of the broken key while pulling it out. It won't work instantly, but if you give it several tries, you'll notice the key coming out. You can even use two knives on each side of the key, but you should be careful not to cut yourself. 12. Drill Bit

If there is enough room, you can also insert the paperclip at the top of the keyway to try and grip the first cut on the key. Push it in as far as possible and then bend the tool into the key so that the threads dig into the key. For any of the methods below, you'll want to reduce as much friction as possible. While this step isn't necessary, it can help significantly. One thing to keep in mind with this method is to not force the blade into the keyhole, it should be able to fit smoothly. If you find the need to force it, make adjustments to the blade to make it thin enough to fit. 4. Broken Key Extractor To use superglue, place a VERY small amount of glue on the broken section of the key. Smear the glue around and wipe away any excess globs so nothing smushes out.The main challenge with graphite spray lubricant is that it can stain your surfaces. So, you'll want to ensure the nozzle is in the keyway before you spray the lubricant to avoid getting it all over the door. You should also have a rag or paper towel at hand to wipe off the excess lubricant that will spill from the keyway. For this method, you'll need wire cutters and blades thin enough to fit between the broken piece of the key and the side of the keyway.

The metal used for most keys is relatively soft, and typically the tip of a sharp knife will pierce the side of the key well enough to leverage it out. Some extracting tools—such as HPC spiral blade key extractors—use a thin, flexible bar with a spiraled thread on it—similar to a screw.

How to Get a Broken Key out of a Lock

It’s also a good idea, before starting the extraction process, to apply some kind of lubricant to the keyhole such as WD-4O to help get the broken key out faster. 1. Tweezers