Lishi Tool Selection Guide

Choose the Right Lishi Tool

A practical guide to matching professional Lishi pick-and-decode tools to the correct keyway and application.

Start with fit, not appearance

How to Choose the Right Lishi Tool

The model code is only one part of the decision. Use this four-step check before comparing products.

01

Identify the lock family

Start with the actual application: automotive, residential, commercial, or padlock. Similar-looking cylinders can use different systems.

02

Confirm the exact keyway

Match the keyway profile and model marking. A vehicle or lock brand alone is not enough to confirm compatibility.

03

Check version and position

Verify pin or wafer count, tool generation, and whether the listing is for a door, trunk, ignition, or another position.

04

Review the full listing

Compare the product title, model code, photos, and compatibility notes. Contact us before ordering if any detail is uncertain.

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Shop Lishi Tools by Model

Select the model that matches the exact keyway and application you service.

Selection fundamentals

Lishi Tool Selection Basics

  1. Choose the correct model

    Match the tool to the exact lock family, keyway, and listed application.

  2. Verify every compatibility detail

    Check model marking, version, pin or wafer count, and lock position before ordering.

  3. Use tools responsibly

    Work carefully and follow the product documentation for your exact model.

Current catalog reference

Lishi Model Compatibility Reference

Use this quick reference to narrow the options, then confirm the exact product listing before purchase.

ModelCategoryApplication referenceVerify before ordering
KW1Residential / commercialCompatible Kwikset 5-pin keywaysKeyway profile and pin count
KW5Residential / commercialCompatible KW5 keyway systemsExact cylinder and pin count
SC1Residential / commercialCompatible Schlage 5-pin keywaysKeyway profile and pin count
SC4Residential / commercialCompatible Schlage 6-pin keywaysKeyway profile and pin count
HU100(10) V3AutomotiveSelected GM applicationsVehicle year, lock position, and keyway
HU101(10) V3AutomotiveSelected Ford and Volvo applications with the matching HU101 keywayExact HU101(10) V3 version, keyway and lock configuration; not all models
CY24AutomotiveSelected Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep applicationsVehicle year and lock position
NSN14 Dr/BtAutomotiveSelected Nissan and Infiniti door / trunk applicationsVehicle year and lock position
TOY43AT Dr/BtAutomotiveSelected Toyota door / trunk applicationsVehicle year and exact keyway
HYN14R / HY15 V2AutomotiveSelected Hyundai and Kia applicationsModel code, version, and vehicle year
AM5PadlockCompatible American Lock applicationsExact cylinder and keyway
M1 / MS2PadlockCompatible Master Lock applicationsExact cylinder and keyway

This chart is a starting point, not a universal fit guarantee. The individual product listing and manufacturer references take priority.

Product verification

Check Your Lishi Tool on Arrival

Before use, confirm that the received tool matches the ordered model and supplied product information.

Model marking

Confirm that the model engraved on the tool matches the product ordered and the intended keyway.

Brand and packaging

Inspect the product branding, finish, packaging, and supplied verification information when applicable.

Condition on arrival

Check the scale, probe, metal surfaces, and moving parts before professional use. Contact support if anything appears inconsistent.

Buying guidance

Lishi Tool Selection FAQ

Can I choose a Lishi tool by vehicle or lock brand alone?

No. Brand is only a starting point. Confirm the exact keyway, model code, lock position, version, and other details shown on the product page.

What does “2-in-1” mean?

It describes a professional tool that combines picking and decoding functions for a specific compatible keyway. Compatibility remains model-specific.

Are similar-looking Lishi tools interchangeable?

Not necessarily. Small differences in profile, pin or wafer count, generation, and application can make two tools incompatible.

How should I verify a product before ordering?

Compare the engraved model, keyway, application, product title, and compatibility notes. Contact support before ordering if any detail is unclear.

Who are these tools designed for?

They are professional tools designed for locksmiths, trained technicians, and structured training environments.

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