As the penetration rate of new energy vehicles continues to rise, the charging station industry has transitioned from “meeting basic charging needs” to a new competitive stage of “aesthetic appeal and safety.” Traditional charging stations commonly use protruding locks, which not only make the product appearance monotonous but also are prone to damage during operation and transportation, making it difficult to meet the industry’s dual pursuit of “minimalist aesthetics + safety functions.” As a provider of “more secure locking system solutions,” Wenzhou Yika Lock Technology Co., Ltd. adheres to the philosophy of “invisible protection, minimalist efficiency, and safety first,” and has innovatively developed the 1156 embedded flat lock, breaking traditional limitations with four core upgrades to inject new competitiveness into charging station products.
In the daily operation and maintenance of charging stations, the high-frequency need to open and close doors during the debugging phase has always been an efficiency pain point—multiple maintenance personnel need to repeatedly open and close the cabinet doors to check internal components. Traditional locks rely on key operations, which are not only cumbersome but also time-consuming. The “keyless push-lock design” of the 1156 embedded flat lock precisely addresses this issue: through a pre-locking design, maintenance personnel do not need to repeatedly insert and remove keys; they only need to press to complete the locking, significantly saving operation time and greatly improving maintenance efficiency, perfectly adapting to the actual needs of secondary locking scenarios.
The complex and variable outdoor environment imposes strict requirements on the protective performance of charging station locks. The 1156 embedded flat lock establishes the first line of safety with its “IP65 waterproof design”: the bottom of the lock shell adopts a fully enclosed structure, and the surface is equipped with a silicone waterproof pad, effectively blocking rainwater from penetrating the cabinet body. Even in heavy rain, it can protect internal components from water damage, ensuring stable operation of the charging station in harsh weather. Additionally, to address the potential issue of “handle jamming” outdoors, the product features an “auxiliary lifting design”—when the lock core is in the open state, the bottom spring piece automatically opens about 45°. If the handle cannot pop out normally due to rain, snow, or sand accumulation, maintenance personnel can use the lifting handle to assist in opening the handle, ensuring that the lock operation is not affected by the environment, completely eliminating concerns for outdoor maintenance.
The aesthetic appearance and transportation safety are key to the 1156 embedded flat lock’s ability to reshape the aesthetic appeal of charging stations. Unlike the drawbacks of protruding locks that disrupt the overall harmony of the product, this lock adopts a “hidden appearance” design, with the lock body flush with the surface of the charging station cabinet, making the device’s lines more streamlined and smooth, completely eliminating the visual shortcomings of “protruding locks,” in line with the current trend of minimalist industrial aesthetics. More importantly, the flush design fundamentally solves the problem of scratches during transportation—there is no need to worry about the lock shell protruding and causing appearance damage, reducing product transportation losses and ensuring the charging station’s pristine condition upon leaving the factory.
From detailed parameters to material craftsmanship, the 1156 embedded flat lock reflects a commitment to quality control. The product number is 1156-3001-52, made of zinc alloy, combining durability and corrosion resistance, capable of withstanding wear from long-term outdoor use; the surface uses a nano-spray painting process, presenting a matte silver texture, and supports color customization to flexibly match different charging station design needs; the installation method is screw-fixed, paired with a rod-type locking structure, making the installation process simple and efficient without the need for complex modifications to the cabinet; the critical cutout size (Panel Cutout) and M5 bolt > 12 fixing requirements ensure structural stability after installation, avoiding loosening issues after long-term use, with a protection level reaching IP65 standard, fully meeting the outdoor usage requirements of charging stations.
Wenzhou Yika Lock uses the 1156 embedded flat lock as a carrier to put the philosophy of “invisible protection, minimalist efficiency, and safety first” into practice—enhancing operational efficiency through keyless design and auxiliary lifting, ensuring outdoor safety with IP65 waterproofing, and optimizing product aesthetics and transportation safety with a hidden appearance. This lock is not only a perfect replacement for traditional protruding locks but also precisely aligns with the development trend of “aesthetics + safety” in the charging station industry, providing a reliable locking solution for the upgrade of new energy infrastructure, and further solidifying Wenzhou Yika Lock’s positioning as “a more secure locking system solution provider.”