{"id":42007,"date":"2022-09-29T12:00:25","date_gmt":"2022-09-29T10:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=698588"},"modified":"2022-09-29T12:13:11","modified_gmt":"2022-09-29T10:13:11","slug":"litelok-claims-to-have-made-the-worlds-lightest-and-toughest-angle-grinder-resistant-locks","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/litelok-claims-to-have-made-the-worlds-lightest-and-toughest-angle-grinder-resistant-locks\/","title":{"rendered":"Litelok claims to have made the world\u2019s lightest and toughest angle-grinder resistant locks"},"content":{"rendered":"

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By Warren Rossiter\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Thursday, 29 September 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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The new Litelok X-1 and X-3 locks are claimed to offer the best available protection from multiple attack methods and, most critically, the threat of angle grinders.<\/p>\n

The advent of improved battery technology brought a wave of new and very portable power tools, including angle grinders, which have become the weapon of choice for bike (and motorbike) thieves.<\/p>\n

The new X-Series locks use Barronium, a composite material that Litelok has fused to a hardened fine-grain, high-tensile steel core.<\/p>\n

Litelok claims Barronium can resist angle grinders better than any existing material on the market.<\/p>\n

It also says the new X-range locks provide market-leading security thanks to the three-layer protection and new lock mechanisms. It claims the locks are the best on the market when it comes to picking protection.<\/p>\n

This is not the first time a brand has claimed to have produced a lock capable of withstanding an angle-grinder attack.<\/p>\n

In 2019, Altor released the 6.25kg SAF U-lock<\/a>, which it said could resist the attention of an angle grinder for 30 minutes.<\/p>\n

X-range 3-layer protection<\/h2>\n
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The X-series locks have a composite coating around their steel core and a plant-based protective layer to protect your bike\u2019s paintwork.<\/span><\/figcaption> Litelok<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The X-1 and X-3 locks are said to feature three layers of protection designed to keep your bike safe:<\/p>\n

  1. A hardened fine-grain, high-tensile steel core to provide inner strength against attacks from multiple tools such as bolt croppers, cable cutters, long bars, hammers, chisels and more.<\/li>\n
  2. Litelok\u2019s patented anti-grinder armour Barronium is permanently fused to this core and designed to wear down angle-grinder discs.<\/li>\n
  3. A soft plant-based eco-rubber outer layer that doesn\u2019t damage bike frames, but provides additional cut resistance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>

    Testing times<\/h2>\n
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    The X-1 and X-3 both pass the most stringent Sold Secure Diamond rating.<\/span><\/figcaption> Litelok<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

    Litelok says the new X-1 and X-3 locks have been subjected to the highest level of lock testing available in the UK and Europe, with both models surpassing the new Sold Secure Diamond bicycle rating<\/a>. They also meet the Diamond Motorcycle grade, along with the European ART4 standard.<\/p>\n

    Aside from attack resistance, Litelok has also used an ART4-certified lock mechanism on the X1 and upped the ante on the X3 by using an Abloy Sentry lock cylinder.<\/p>\n

    This patented system is usually found only on high-security doors in the defence, mining and power industries.<\/p>\n

    Litelok claims this is the first instance of this grade and type of lock cylinder being used in bike locks<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Usable and carry-friendly<\/h2>\n
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    The X-1\u2019s design promises high security and rattle-free fitments.<\/span><\/figcaption> Litelok<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

    The X-1 and X-3 are light for such high-protection locks, coming in at 1.6kg and 1.8kg respectively.<\/p>\n

    Litelok claims the X design means they are rattle-free, thanks to the tight tolerances of the shackle and dual-locking design. Both locks come with Litelok\u2019s new Twist + Go bike mounts, which the brand says will fit any bike.<\/p>\n

    Litelok has also partnered with British bag specialists Restrap to produce a belt-fitting holster to carry an X lock on your person.<\/p>\n

    Both locks are finished with reflective striping and logos to help with nighttime visibility and show potential thieves your bikes are locked safely and securely.<\/p>\n

    Litelok X-range specs<\/h2>\n

    Litelok X-1<\/h3>\n
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    The locks have reflective details and logos for night-riding visibility.<\/span><\/figcaption> Litelok<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
    • Price:<\/strong> \u00a3149.99<\/li>\n
    • Security:<\/strong> Sold Secure Bicycle Diamond, Sold Secure Motorcycle Diamond and ART4 insurance-rated standards, Police Preferred Specification of Secured by Design (SBD)<\/li>\n
    • Weight:<\/strong> 1.6kg \/ 3.5lb<\/li>\n
    • Internal dimensions:<\/strong> 105x210mm<\/li>\n
    • Lock:<\/strong> ART4-accredited cylinder<\/li>\n
    • Mount:<\/strong> Twist + Go mount included & Restrap lock holster available<\/li>\n<\/ul>

      Litelok X-3<\/h3>\n
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      The X-3 uses a lock mechanism usually only found in high-security door applications.<\/span><\/figcaption> Litelok<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
      • Price:<\/strong> \u00a3279.99<\/li>\n
      • Security:<\/strong> Sold Secure Bicycle Diamond, Sold Secure Motorcycle Diamond and ART4 insurance-rated standards, Police Preferred Specification of Secured by Design (SBD)<\/li>\n
      • Weight:<\/strong> 1.8kg \/ 4.0lb<\/li>\n
      • Internal dimensions:<\/strong> 103x208mm<\/li>\n
      • Lock:<\/strong> Abloy Sentry<\/li>\n
      • Mount:<\/strong> Twist + Go mount included & Restrap lock holster available<\/li>\n<\/ul>

        We are awaiting our test samples of the X-1 and X-3 (our angle grinder is charged and ready) and are looking forward to testing Litelok\u2019s claims about the Barronium coating.<\/p>\n

        The new X-1 is available to purchase now, with the X-3 set to go on sale in November.<\/p>\n