The Real Reason Your Padlock Has That Tiny Hole at the Bottom

2. A direct access point for lubrication

Over time, dust, dirt, and age can make a padlock harder to open, even when you’re using the correct key or combination.

The tiny hole at the bottom is also designed as an access point so you can reach the internal mechanism with lubricant.

By spraying a small amount of lock-safe lubricant or graphite powder into that opening, you can:

– Loosen stuck pins and springs
– Reduce friction inside the mechanism
– Restore smooth turning without taking the lock apart

In many cases, a lock that feels “ruined” can be brought back to life in seconds just by using that hole correctly, instead of replacing the entire padlock.

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