What is the Best Outdoor Padlock for All-Round Performance?

If you need one padlock range that can handle a mixture of outdoor and indoor jobs, the Abus Silver Rock 5 series is an excellent all-round choice. Designed to bridge the gap between standard security and high security, it provides durability, reliability and good weather resistance without being overly heavy or difficult to use.

Designed for Everyday Outdoor Use

The Silver Rock range uses a solid zinc body with a brushed steel-like finish. This gives it a strong, robust feel while still remaining compact enough for everyday applications. The hardened steel shackle is protected with Abus Nano Protect treatment, helping prevent rust where many other padlocks fail. The base of the padlock is fitted with a blue silicone bumper, which protects the lock body and reduces damage or rattling when used on gates, toolboxes or vehicle-mounted storage.

Where the Silver Rock Performs Best

This range is a strong match for outdoor domestic and commercial use, including:

• Garden gates, sheds and side access areas

• Outdoor cabinets and site toolboxes

• Locker rooms and storage units

• Workshops and garage doors

• Vans and light trade equipment

It offers medium security, making it ideal where theft risk is present but not extremely high. For high-risk locations or isolated sites, you would instead move up to a CEN-rated heavy-duty padlock.

Multiple Sizes and Shackle Options

The Silver Rock is available in two body sizes: 40mm and 50mm. Each size can also be ordered in a long shackle version for fittings where extra reach is needed. This flexibility allows you to match the lock to the space, clearance and application rather than compromising on fit.

Keyed Differ or Keyed Alike Options

Both padlock sizes can be supplied key differ (each lock with its own key) or keyed alike (multiple padlocks operating from one key). Keyed alike sets are particularly useful where:

• A single user needs to open multiple padlocks

• A small work team requires shared access

• Simplifying key management is a priority

This allows one key to open every padlock in your set, reducing lost key issues and making day-to-day use simpler.