Title: How to pry open a U lock? Analysis of hot topics and practical methods on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, discussions on "how to pry open U-locks" have become increasingly popular on social media and Q&A platforms, especially scenes related to theft prevention of electric vehicles and bicycles, which have attracted widespread attention. This article combines the hot content of the entire Internet in the past 10 days to sort out structured data and practical methods for readers' reference (Note: This article is only for information sharing, please abide by laws and regulations).
1. Statistics of hot topics in the past 10 days
platform | Amount of discussion on related topics | Hot search keywords | Typical scenario |
---|---|---|---|
12,000+ | #ULOCKAnti-theft#, #电车在狠# | Vehicle mislocked, key lost | |
Tik Tok | 8500+ videos | "U lock picking skills" | Maintenance master demonstration |
Zhihu | 320+ questions and answers | "Can U-locks be cut hydraulically?" | Anti-theft performance comparison |
Station B | 40+ evaluation videos | "U Lock Violence Test" | Security level analysis |
2. Common methods for prying open U locks (need to be used legally)
1.Tool picking method:
Professional locksmiths often use tools such as master keys and lockpicks, which require technical experience. The operation failure rate of ordinary users is high and the lock may be damaged.
2.Hydraulic shear destruction method:
For low-strength U locks (such as diameter <12mm), hydraulic shears can be forcibly cut. However, high-strength lock bodies (made of manganese-containing steel) require large-scale equipment.
Lock body material | Shear strength | Tool requirements |
---|---|---|
Ordinary steel | ≤5 tons | small hydraulic shears |
Manganese steel alloy | ≥12 tons | Industrial grade equipment |
3.Chemical dissolution method:
There are rumors on the Internet that acidic solutions are used to corrode the lock core. The actual results are extremely poor and dangerous, and are not recommended.
3. Anti-theft suggestions and hot events
1.Recent hot cases:
After a car owner in Hangzhou accidentally locked his electric car, he asked the fire department to help dismantle it, triggering a controversy over the use of public rescue resources.
2.Buying guide:
Lock type | price range | Anti-pry level |
---|---|---|
Basic U-shaped lock | 50-100 yuan | ★★ |
Armored U-Lock | 200-400 yuan | ★★★★ |
4. Legal and ethical reminders
According to the Public Security Administration Punishment Law, illegal unlocking may face administrative penalties. It is recommended to contact a regular locksmith company when a key is lost (proof of identity and property rights are required).
Conclusion: Although the U-lock picking method is popular on the Internet, the truly safe and reliable solution is still to focus on prevention. Only by choosing high-grade locks and parking vehicles in a standardized manner can risks be effectively reduced.
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