Carbine Shackle Mounted Key Safe - Dial Combination (Small)
The Carbine CKS-SH-DI-S is a small shackle mounted key safe with a 4-dial mechanical combination. The integrated shackle allows it to be secured to gates, fence rails, handrails, downpipes, or any suitable fixed anchor point without drilling or permanent installation - making it the most flexible mounting option in the Carbine key safe range.
A shutter hatch on the front face closes over the dials and opening lever, both concealing the combination from view and providing weather protection when the key safe is not in use. The shackle itself is removable and reattachable, allowing the safe to be relocated or transferred to a different site without tools. Factory preset at 0-0-0-0 and user-resettable via an internal reset lever, this is a fully mechanical product with no batteries or electronics.
Where the CKS-SH-DI-L (Large) provides greater internal capacity, the Small model suits applications where one or two standard keys need to be secured at a single portable location. For guidance on how shackle-mounted key safes compare to wall-mounted options, see our overview of mechanical key safe technology.
Key Features
- 4-dial mechanical combination - no batteries required.
- Shutter hatch conceals dials and increases weather resistance when closed.
- Integrated removable shackle - secures to gates, fence rails, handrails without drilling.
- Compact form factor: 91 x 40 x 101 mm external.
- Internal cavity: 57 x 31 x 75 mm - suits 1-2 standard door keys.
- Factory preset at 0-0-0-0; user-resettable via internal reset lever.
- No permanent installation required - portable and relocatable.
- Fully mechanical - no batteries, no electronics, no connectivity.
What's In The Box
- 1 x Carbine CKS-SH-DI-S shackle mounted key safe body
- Integrated removable shackle
- Product instructions
Specifications
Suitable Uses
- Gate and fence rail mounting where drilling or permanent fixings are not permitted.
- Rental properties, strata buildings, and leased sites where wall mounting is not allowed by the landlord or body corporate.
- Trade and service access - securing a single key at a fixed but non-permanent location.
- Short-stay and holiday rental properties where a discreet, portable key handover point is preferred - see our Airbnb access setup checklist.
- Temporary key storage during a construction or maintenance project.
- Any location where the key safe may need to be repositioned or removed.
Available Finish Options
Grey
(This Product)
CKS-SH-DI-S
Finish selection does not affect functionality, compliance, or performance.
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Shackle Mounted Models
Wall Mounted Models
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The CKS-SH-DI-S is fully mechanical. The 4-dial combination and shackle mechanism operate with no battery, no electronics, and no connectivity of any kind.
The CKS-SH-DI-S ships preset at 0-0-0-0. To set your own code: open the shutter hatch and dial 0-0-0-0, then press down the opening lever to open the storage compartment. Inside, push the reset lever left and towards you until it clicks into position, then rotate the dials to your chosen combination. Push the reset lever back up and away from you to its original position. Double-check your combination before closing. Scramble the dials and close the shutter hatch when done. Full illustrated steps are in the Brochure tab.
Yes. The metal construction is designed for outdoor and semi-exposed environments. Carbine specifically instructs that the shutter hatch should be kept closed when the key safe is not in use - this increases weather resistance by protecting the dials and opening lever from direct rain and UV exposure. See our notes on outdoor key safe maintenance for further guidance.
The internal cavity measures 57 x 31 x 75 mm - suited to 1-2 standard door keys. It is not designed for bulky key fobs or multiple key sets. If you need to store more keys or accommodate larger fobs, the CKS-SH-DI-L (Large) offers a significantly larger cavity in the same shackle-mounted format.
The shackle can be secured to any anchor point it fits around - fence rails, gate frames, handrails, downpipes, bike rails, or similar fixed structures. It is removed by opening the key safe, sliding the Release Lever in the direction of the arrow, then opening and pulling out the shackle. To reattach, hold the Slide Lever in the direction of the arrow, relocate the shackle into the lock, then release the lever. No tools are required for shackle removal or reattachment.
Additional Information
The shutter hatch on the CKS-SH-DI-S serves two purposes: it conceals the dial positions from an observer who might read the last-used combination, and it protects the mechanism from direct rain, dust, and UV degradation. Carbine's instructions explicitly note that keeping the shutter hatch closed increases weather resistance. This is an important daily habit for outdoor installations - after each use, close the shutter hatch before leaving the site.
A wall-mounted key safe requires drilling, wall plugs, and a permanent decision about location. A shackle model like the CKS-SH-DI-S can be fitted to a gate, fence, or railing in under a minute with no tools and no damage to the surface - making it ideal for rental properties, leased sites, and strata buildings where tenants cannot drill. It can also be moved or removed entirely if the situation changes. The trade-off is that a shackle-mounted model is slightly more susceptible to physical removal than a wall-fixed unit. For a balance of portability and security, mount it on a fixed anchor point that itself cannot be easily removed.
The CKS-SH-DI-S (Small) and CKS-SH-DI-L (Large) share the same shackle-mounted format and dial mechanism. The Small is more compact and less conspicuous; the Large has a substantially bigger internal cavity and suits multiple keys or fobs. If you need to store a single spare key discreetly, the Small model is the right choice. If you need to store a full key set or access cards, step up to the Large. For reviews of mechanical key safe options in broader context, see our article on mechanical key safe best practice.
Carbine products are backed by Davcor Group Pty Ltd, the Australian manufacturer and owner of the Carbine brand, distributed locally through Lock and Key Co. Warranty periods vary by product category:
- Up to 15 years — mechanical hardware, door hardware, cabinet furniture, utility and window locks
- 10 years — padlocks and mechanical digital locks
- 5 years — cylinders and keys
- 12 months — electronic and digital locks, locksmith tools and supplies
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PDF Downloads
Carbine CKS-SH-DI-S - Shackle Mounted Key Safe Dial Combination (Small) - Instructions
What's in the Box - Carbine CKS-SH-DI-S
- 1 x Carbine CKS-SH-DI-S shackle mounted key safe body
- Integrated removable shackle
- Product instructions
Carbine CKS-SH-DI-S - Instructions & Product Brochure
Carbine CKS-SH-DI-S - Shackle Mounted Key Safe Dial Combination (Small) - Instructions
Carbine Warranty
Carbine is a flagship brand of Davcor Group Pty Ltd (ABN 95 003 562 598) — an Australian manufacturer, designer, and wholesale distributor of residential and commercial locking hardware. Engineered in collaboration with working locksmiths, Carbine products focus on high security, versatility, and ease of installation.
Davcor distributes Carbine through seven specialist divisions, including Lock and Key Co. — Davcor’s dedicated trade distribution arm supplying locksmiths and the security industry across Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. Whether you purchased your Carbine product through Lock and Key Co., another trade channel, or directly through us, the same Davcor warranty applies.
All Carbine products are guaranteed by Davcor Group Pty Ltd to be free from defects in materials and workmanship from the date of original purchase, for the period applicable to the specific product category (refer to the Warranty Period table below). This warranty covers replacement of product only.
Warranty Summary
Warranty Periods by Product Category
Source: Davcor Warranty Against Defects — Appendix A. Warranty period runs from the date of original purchase.
How to Make a Claim
- Contact Terry’s Tradies Pty Ltd (the place of purchase) in writing as soon as the defect becomes apparent — and no later than 14 days after the end of the applicable warranty period.
- Include in your written claim: a description of the defect, the date of supply, your contact details, and satisfactory proof of purchase.
- Do not return the product until a return authorisation number has been issued by Davcor. If return is required, the product must be in its original, complete, and saleable packaging.
- Davcor will test and assess the product. No claim is valid unless Davcor has confirmed a defect is present.
- Once a valid claim is confirmed, Davcor will — at its discretion — repair the defect, replace the product, or supply an equivalent product. If repair or replacement cannot be completed within a reasonable time, you may request a full refund, provided the product has been returned.
Delivery inspection: If you believe a product is defective or incorrectly supplied at the time of delivery, telephone notice must be given within 72 hours of receipt, with written notice (including full particulars) within 14 days of the invoice date.
Exclusions
Australian Consumer Law
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure, and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The Carbine/Davcor express warranty operates alongside and in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
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