Carbine Wall Mounted Key Safe - Dial Combination (Small)
The Carbine CKS-W-DI-S is a compact wall mounted key safe with a 4-dial mechanical combination. Its small footprint makes it the right choice where mounting space is limited - on a narrow fence post, recessed entry panel, or tight porch wall - while still providing reliable, weatherproof key storage without any batteries or electronics.
The body is zinc alloy with ABS dials, factory preset at 0-0-0-0 and user-resettable via an internal reset lever. Like all products in the Carbine wall mounted key safe range, it is 48-hour salt spray tested for outdoor corrosion resistance and requires no power source of any kind. For an overview of how mechanical key safes work, see our guide on mechanical key safe technology.
Where the larger CKS-W-DI-L suits high-volume key storage with its flip cover, the CKS-W-DI-S is the compact option - lower profile, less visually conspicuous, and suited to residential or light commercial applications where one to two keys need to be secured at a fixed location.
Key Features
- 4-dial mechanical combination - no batteries required.
- Compact form factor: 75 x 36 x 78 mm external - suited to tight or narrow mounting locations.
- Zinc alloy body with ABS dials.
- Factory preset at 0-0-0-0; user-resettable via internal reset lever.
- 48-hour salt spray corrosion resistance tested.
- Permanent wall mount - screw fixings and wall plugs included.
- Low profile design - less visually conspicuous than larger models.
What's In The Box
- 1 x Carbine CKS-W-DI-S wall mounted key safe
- Internal key hook
- Mounting hardware - screws and wall plugs
- Product instructions
Specifications
Suitable Uses
- Residential key sharing - family members, regular carers, cleaners where a single key needs to be accessible.
- Short-stay and holiday rental properties where space for a larger unit is limited - see our Airbnb access setup checklist.
- Trade and service access - meter readers, NDIS support workers, tradespeople with a single-key handover need.
- Narrow or recessed mounting locations where a standard-size key safe will not fit.
- Any application where a low-profile, less conspicuous key storage unit is preferred.
Available Finish Options
Grey
(This Product)
CKS-W-DI-S
Finish selection does not affect functionality, compliance, or performance.
Carbine Key Safe Range
Wall Mounted Models
Shackle Mounted Models
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The CKS-W-DI-S is a fully mechanical product. The 4-dial combination operates with no electronics, no battery, and no power connection of any kind. There is nothing to charge or replace.
The CKS-W-DI-S arrives factory preset at 0-0-0-0. To set your own code: open the door using 0-0-0-0, locate the reset lever inside the safe body, push it from position A to position B, dial in your new combination (e.g. 1-2-3-4), then push the reset lever back from B to A. Close and test before leaving the site. Full illustrated instructions are in the Brochure tab.
Yes. The zinc alloy construction has passed 48-hour salt spray testing. For best results, mount in a sheltered position - under an eave, in a recessed panel, or within a porch - rather than in direct driving rain. Read our notes on coastal key safe maintenance if your site is near salt air.
The internal cavity measures 68 x 27 x 50 mm - suited to one or two standard door keys. It is not designed for bulky key fobs or multiple key sets. If you need to store more keys or larger items, consider the CKS-W-DI-L (Large) with its 4-dial dial mechanism and increased internal capacity, or the CKB-W-NC-XL (Extra Large, camlock ready) for highest capacity.
Dial models (like this one) rotate numbered wheels to a set sequence - simple to use in daylight and straightforward for long-term fixed-code situations. Button models (CKS-W-BUT-L) use numbered push buttons for faster, single-handed access and are better suited to frequent code changes, such as between Airbnb guests. If low-light operation matters, the CKS-W-DI-LED-L adds LED-illuminated dials.
Additional Information
The CKS-W-DI-S is often the preferred option where discretion matters - its smaller body is less visible than larger models and attracts less attention when mounted on a street-facing wall or gate. It is also the practical choice where the mounting surface is narrow (a fence paling, rendered brick pillar, or gate post) and a large unit simply will not fit. If you only need to secure one or two standard door keys and the code changes infrequently, the Small dial model is the lowest-complexity, most reliable solution in the range.
After opening the CKS-W-DI-S, scramble the dials before closing. This prevents an observer from reading the last-used combination from the dial positions. Carbine's brochure specifically recommends scrambling after both opening and closing. The full wall mounting process requires a Pozi/cross-head screwdriver, pencil, spirit level, drill bit, drill, and hammer - allow 15-20 minutes for a first installation. Terry's team can assist with professional installation if required.
The CKS-W-DI-S is ideal for fixed-code, low-change situations. If your access needs grow to include time-limited codes, remote management, or audit logs - for example, managing multiple short-stay properties - a Bluetooth key safe may suit better. See our overview of smart key safe options in Australia, or our guide on key safe options for occasional Airbnb hosts.
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
PDF Downloads
Carbine CKS-W-DI-S - Wall Mounted Key Safe Dial Combination (Small) - Instructions
What's in the Box - Carbine CKS-W-DI-S
- 1 x Carbine CKS-W-DI-S wall mounted key safe (body and door assembly)
- Internal key hook
- Mounting hardware - screws and wall plugs
- Product instructions
Carbine CKS-W-DI-S - Instructions & Product Brochure
Carbine CKS-W-DI-S - Wall 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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