What is cut key?
Key cutting is a process that’s used to produce keys from scratch.
This process is done without using transponder data, which means that the new key must be reprogrammed to work with the vehicle’s computer system.
How Much Does It Cost To Cut A Key In South Africa?
Our keys range from R8. 50 for a standard cupboard key, to R1250.00 for some car keys
How long does it take to cut a key?
A professional locksmith can accurately duplicate a standard key in just a few minutes.
Duplicating a more complicated key can take up to 25 minutes.
Are there keys that Cannot be copied?
There are certain keys that cannot be duplicated. They are called Do not duplicate (DND) keys.
How much a locksmith may try but those keys are rather invincible. They are safer as no one can duplicate them so the locks they open are also safe.
Can you tell if a key has been copied?
There’s absolutely no way to tell. It’s not even a question of “you can’t be certain,” there’s no way to even get a valid guess.
A key which has been duplicated will have no marks, damage, or other evidence; the copying process is at least as gentle on the key as putting it into a lock.
Can you make a copy of a key that says do not duplicate?
If you see a key that says “Do Not Duplicate” on it, then you might wonder if it is actually illegal to copy that key
According to Wikipedia, there isn’t a law in place that specifies that it is illegal to replicate a do-not-duplicate key. While this engraved message might look official, it is not legally binding.