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LOTO Padlock Keyed Different Blue
BLT 003
$15.95 AUD
The BLT 003 LOTO Padlock Keyed Different Blue measures 83 x 40 x 6.2mm and delivers non-conductive nylon PA casing for electrical isolation safety. This keyed different padlock includes a DANGER label, writable back panel, and serial numbers etched on both key and body for clear traceability. Functions in temperatures from -20°C to +120°C and complies with AS4024.1603 for lock out tag out applications.
Quantity: 1
Product Size: 83 x 38 x 6.2mm
Finish: Nylon PA. Reinforced. DANGER Label. Writable Back. Keyed Different.
The BLT 003 LOTO Padlock Keyed Different Blue is designed for securing machinery and equipment energy sources during maintenance in Australian industrial workplaces where preventing accidental startup is critical to worker protection. This lockout padlock provides industrial personnel including maintenance technicians, electricians, machine operators, and contractors with a personal lockout solution that ensures individual control during hazardous energy isolation. Manufactured from durable metal with non-conductive nylon body and keyed differently lock mechanism, the LOTO Padlock Keyed Different Blue ensures secure energy isolation in harsh Australian conditions. Each padlock measures 83 x 38 x 6.2mm, making it ideal for lockout tagout procedures, electrical isolation, and personal protection across construction, mining, and manufacturing environments.
The BLT 003 features durable metal shackle construction with non-conductive nylon body that provides electrical safety during lockout procedures on energised equipment. The keyed differently lock mechanism ensures each padlock has a unique key, supporting individual accountability and preventing unauthorised removal during maintenance activities. The compact 83 x 38 x 6.2mm size allows application on circuit breakers, isolation switches, valves, and machinery controls, whilst the distinctive blue colour supports colour coded lockout systems and contractor identification common in Australian industrial lockout tagout programs.
Specifications:
Product Code: BLT 003
Size: 83 x 38 x 6.2mm
Material: Metal shackle, non-conductive nylon body
Colour: Blue
Lock Type: Keyed different
Features: Non-conductive, keyed differently, durable construction
Applications:
The LOTO Padlock Keyed Different Blue is commonly used for electrical lockout procedures, machinery isolation during maintenance, circuit breaker lockout, valve isolation, contractor lockout identification, and colour coded lockout tagout programs across Australian industrial sites.
Why Choose This Product:
100% compliant with Australian lockout tagout standards, manufactured from durable metal and non-conductive nylon for electrical safety, keyed differently mechanism ensures individual accountability, distinctive blue colour for system differentiation, available for fast Australia wide delivery, and suitable for comprehensive lockout tagout programs.
The BLT 003 features durable metal shackle construction with non-conductive nylon body that provides electrical safety during lockout procedures on energised equipment. The keyed differently lock mechanism ensures each padlock has a unique key, supporting individual accountability and preventing unauthorised removal during maintenance activities. The compact 83 x 38 x 6.2mm size allows application on circuit breakers, isolation switches, valves, and machinery controls, whilst the distinctive blue colour supports colour coded lockout systems and contractor identification common in Australian industrial lockout tagout programs.
Specifications:
Product Code: BLT 003
Size: 83 x 38 x 6.2mm
Material: Metal shackle, non-conductive nylon body
Colour: Blue
Lock Type: Keyed different
Features: Non-conductive, keyed differently, durable construction
Applications:
The LOTO Padlock Keyed Different Blue is commonly used for electrical lockout procedures, machinery isolation during maintenance, circuit breaker lockout, valve isolation, contractor lockout identification, and colour coded lockout tagout programs across Australian industrial sites.
Why Choose This Product:
100% compliant with Australian lockout tagout standards, manufactured from durable metal and non-conductive nylon for electrical safety, keyed differently mechanism ensures individual accountability, distinctive blue colour for system differentiation, available for fast Australia wide delivery, and suitable for comprehensive lockout tagout programs.
Frequently asked questions
What does keyed different mean and why is it essential for lockout tagout?
Keyed differently means each padlock in a set has its own unique key that cannot open any other lock, ensuring that only the specific worker who applied their personal padlock can remove it. This is essential for lockout tagout because OSHA and Australian WHS regulations require that locks be removed only by the worker who installed them, preventing supervisors or other workers from removing someone else's lock and potentially energising equipment whilst that person is still working on it. Each authorised worker must have their own personally assigned keyed different padlock that only they possess the key for. Keyed alike padlocks which share the same key across multiple locks violate this fundamental safety principle and should never be used for personal LOTO locks, though they might be acceptable for equipment lockout where one person needs to lock multiple points.
Are there non conductive LOTO padlocks and when are they required?
Yes, most quality LOTO padlocks have non conductive nylon or plastic bodies specifically to prevent the lock itself from becoming an electrical path in case it contacts live components during electrical lockout procedures. Non conductive locks are strongly recommended for all electrical lockout applications and are required by many Australian electrical safety regulations when working on circuits that might retain voltage. The non conductive body prevents the lock from conducting current to the worker if they're touching the lock whilst it's accidentally energised, which could occur if isolation was incomplete or if backfeeding happens. Even though proper LOTO should verify zero energy before applying locks, non conductive bodies provide an additional safety layer. Metal padlocks should never be used for electrical isolation points, though they might be acceptable for purely mechanical energy sources like pneumatic or hydraulic systems where electrical conductivity isn't a hazard.
What shackle length do I need for LOTO padlocks to fit common lockout devices?
Most standard lockout devices including hasps, circuit breaker lockouts and valve locks work with LOTO padlocks that have 38mm to 50mm shackle lengths, though you should verify compatibility with your specific devices before bulk purchasing locks. Longer 75mm shackles provide more versatility for unusual lockout points but can be more cumbersome to carry, whilst shorter 25mm shackles might not reach through some hasps or lockout device holes. For a general purpose fleet of personal LOTO locks, 40mm to 45mm shackle length provides the best compromise between fitting most devices and remaining compact enough for workers to carry 2 or 3 locks comfortably. If you're using specific lockout devices that require longer or shorter shackles, measure the actual reach required and specify locks accordingly rather than assuming standard sizes will fit.
How should keyed different LOTO padlocks be managed and tracked across a workforce?
A lockout tag communicates that equipment has been isolated and warns workers not to operate it. The tag attaches to locked energy sources during maintenance or repair work. It displays critical information such as who applied the lock, when isolation occurred, and why the equipment cannot be used. Tags work alongside padlocks and other lockout devices to create a visible warning system. They form part of your lock out tag out procedures and help maintain compliance with workplace safety regulations. The tag stays in place until the person who applied it removes both the tag and lock after completing the work safely.
What's the difference between safety padlocks and regular padlocks for LOTO use?
Safety padlocks designed for LOTO use have specific features required by regulations including non conductive bodies to prevent electrical hazards, standardised shackle sizes that fit most lockout devices, lightweight materials for carrying multiple locks, bright safety colours for high visibility, provision for attaching tags with worker identification and importantly, key retaining designs where the key cannot be removed when the lock is open. Regular padlocks lack these safety features and may have metal bodies that conduct electricity, keys that can be removed when open leading to workers walking away from unlocked equipment, arbitrary colours making quick identification difficult and incompatible shackle sizes that don't fit standard LOTO devices. Never use hardware store padlocks for lockout tagout, only use purpose designed safety padlocks that meet relevant safety standards.