How to Open Locks with a Blowtorch

I show how to open a lock using a propane blowtorch. This method of opening a lock will only work on certain locks and will destroy the lock.

Lock Picking Tools:

If you enjoy the channel, please support Von Malegowski:

Connect With Me:

For this to work, the lock needs to have a key component made from a metal with a low melting point such as zinc and aluminum. The Melting point of aluminum is about 660.3 °C (1220.54 °F) and The Melting point of zinc is about 419.5 °C (787.1 °F). A blowtorch reaches a maximum temperature of 1,995 °C (3,623 °F) and oxygen-fed torches can be much hotter at up to 2,820 °C (5,110 °F). The hottest point in the flame can be found at the tip of the inner flame.

The lock I show in the video is a Master Lock #175D which has an aluminum housing and a copper coated zinc actuator. It took 2 Minutes and 50 seconds for the lock to open. Some other locks that can be opened with a blowtorch are the Master Lock 22D which has a die-cast zinc body and an Abus 24RK Diskus which has a zinc part around the lock cylinder.

This can be a useful last resort to open your lock if you don’t have the key/combination. Only use this on locks you own or have permission to destroy. This video is for educational purposes only.

References:
Original Idea from:

Music: YouTube Audio Library
Tracks: Foundation, Eighties_Action, Move_It_or_Lose_It,
Artists: Vibe Tracks; Kevin MacLeod; Silent Partner

©Von Malegowski. All Rights Reserved.

[lockpickinglawyer]

Nicely done. Great video editing also!

[justinnatasmai]

*raises hand* question, can you do this with a butane torch?

[eastcoasttaekwondo]

Very cool. But without specific knowledge about the lock in front of me, I wouldn't be able to know if this would work. Still cool video

[alexgilles]

Great Idea! I will use it on the lock the door was locked with

[MadScienceHacksTV]

Do you know what temperature the lock was at melting point? I know locks are made of a toughened alloy.

[aq]

I’m here cause I can’t focus in class so I’m watching this

[thedevilhimself]

Fun watching it melt and all, but if i need a lock open. Im just using a hammer😂

[dabunnyrabbit]

"How to open locks with a blow torch"
You unscrew the torch from the cylinder, build a wooden trough at an angle, aim it at the lock, then use a 500SW and shoot it in the valve, causing it to rocket up the trough striking the lock.
And it should pop open.

[jgilly]

Pretty sure a powerful butane culinary torch would sort it aswel I melted metal with my dual flame 1300 degree Celsius torch

[wuqbxlc]

“Here’s how to open a lock with a blowtorch”
*melts giant hole in lock*

[dad]

One of your songs sound familiar, It's from a game called mount your friends I think.

[leonardolarocca]

Try with a local of more quality please

[panicattackem]

Would this work on a 140? I cant find my key :(

[DonzLockz]

Good demo but the music was too loud and annoying.😕

[FlameBlade]

Well, i mean like thats one way to do it

[swaggindragon]

Would it be able to melt a field and stream safe? You know the gun safes? Asking for a friend 😏

[sinbefregd]

Why not burn the hook and break with a hammer? Idk

[autoafrenzy]

that lock is faulty and has been recalled for numerous reasons.

[motoixmoto]

You would have more luck if you tried to burn the ring

[roaub]

If you're going to ruin the lock why not just cut the shank'