"So, can these locks be cut? Yes, they can be cut with an angle grinder, and videos demonstrate just that. However, these videos also show that it takes significantly longer to cut through a Litelok X1 or X3 than another comparable lock. For example, the video below shows a competitor's lock cut through with an angle grinder in 15 seconds. An attempt to cut through the Litelok X3 takes 25 minutes, several cut-off wheels, and is ultimately unsuccessful."
"Litelok claims its secret is Barronium. According to the brand, Barronium is a "fused composite armour made up of multiple, extremely hard ceramic and metallic materials." Combining these creates a material much tougher than the cut-off wheel of angle grinders. Combining " ium" with the name of the founder of Litelok, Neil Barron, creates something that sounds like it comes from a Marvel movie. Regardless, it apparently works."
"But Barronium isn't the only thing preventing thieves from cutting through the lock. Litelok claims three layers of protection on each lock. A hardened fine-grain high-tensile steel core. A Barronium layer is permanently fused to the core. A rubber outer layer that is difficult to cut and protects the bike's frame. These features are then paired with one of two locks. The Litelok X1 features an ART 4 lock. The X3 features the most pick-proof cylinder lock available (according to Litelok), t"
Litelok expanded its popular X1 and X3 locks by adding nearly 60mm of length to address customer demand. The locks combine a hardened fine-grain high-tensile steel core, a permanently fused Barronium layer, and a rubber outer layer to hinder cutting and protect frames. Independent and company demonstrations show angle grinders can cut many locks quickly, while attempts on Litelok models take far longer, consuming wheels and time and sometimes failing. The X1 uses an ART 4 lock and the X3 uses a highly pick-resistant cylinder, emphasizing layered physical and locking security.
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