---
sku: S4048
name: FHC Mail Box Lock - 3/16\" Throw - Steel - Brass Plated (Single Pack)
product_group: screen-patio-doors
d3_group: 10
d3_class: 10F
url_key: s4048
url: "https://fhc-usa.com/s4048"
image: "https://fhc-usa.com/media/catalog/product/s/-/s-4048.jpg"
variants:
  -
    sku: S4048
    label: Base
  -
    sku: S4048B
    suffix: B
    type: unknown
    label: Variant (B)
operational:
  lead_time_days: 43
  uom: PK
  cuttable: false
  country_of_manufacture: CHINA
  backorder: true
  make_buy: Buy
related_skus:
  - "SCS5X15"
  - "S4016"
  - "S4030"
  - "S4033"
  - "S4049"
  - "S4059"
  - "S4060"
generated_at: "2026-05-21T23:29:49Z"
---

# FHC Mail Box Lock - 3/16" Throw - Steel - Brass Plated (Single Pack)

The FHC Mail Box Lock - 3/16" Throw - Steel - Brass Plated (Single Pack) is part of FHC's screen-patio-doors hardware line.

## Description

Overview This mailbox lock is constructed of diecast and comes with a chrome plated face and dust cover. A security feature of this lock prevents the key from being removed when in the unlocked position, this feature assists in preventing the mailbox user from failing to lock the mailbox, prior to walking away with the key. To unlock this mailbox lock, the key must rotate 90 degrees in a clockwise direction. Replaces many original manufacturer’s locks, and it is used by many. Uses National-14 keyway.

## Available Variants

| SKU | Variant | Type |
|-----|---------|------|
| S4048 | Base | base |
| S4048B | Variant (B) | unknown |

## Product Details

- Lead time: 43 days
- Unit of measure: PK
- Country of manufacture: CHINA