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Forge TSA008 4-Digit Luggage Lock with Open Alert (Optimus Series, Orange Pack)
Forge – The Gold Standard in Luggage locks Security. Tested by Millions, Trusted for Life.
Forge: America’s Top TSA Lock Brand, Built for Travelers by Travelers.
Established in scenic Wyoming in 2015, Forge Luggage Locks quickly earned a reputation for its top-notch TSA locks. The founders, after repeatedly losing valuable items during travel with a lively 2-year-old boy and another baby on the way, felt compelled to tackle the limited choices and poor quality prevalent in the market. This served as the catalyst for Forge's creation, a brand dedicated to resolving the challenges faced by travelers. Leveraging their family's expertise in the tsa lock industry, Forge not only overcame obstacles but soared to become the TOP brand in the US market.
With a commitment to addressing the needs of travelers, Forge offers a selection of locks tailored for various functions and sizes. The result is a blend of security, convenience, and peace of mind for every journey undertaken by those who choose Forge TSA approved luggage locks.
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Forge Optimus Model – Stylish, Secure Travel Lock for Backpacks, Suitcases, and More.
Locally Owned and Serviced for Peace of Mind.
Our TSA locks are built to last, and we stand behind their quality to ensure your peace of mind. As a Texas-based, locally owned service, we are deeply committed to providing our community with exceptional support and high-quality TSA luggage locks. We appreciate your trust in Forge TSA locks and take great pride in being your reliable partner in securing your luggage, suitcase, backpack, and more.
Forge TSA-Approved Locks – Trusted Travel Security.
The TSA lock system streamlines security screenings, minimizing delays and costs for airlines and airports while enhancing safety against threats and hazardous goods. Each Forge TSA lock is designed with two prominent red diamond logos, ensuring TSA agents instantly recognize and unlock them with master keys—eliminating the risk of lock removal.
Top-Quality Choice for Travel and Home Needs.
Not Just a TSA Lock
- Multiple Uses: Forge's TSA Approved cable locks can be used when traveling on your carry on or check in luggage, suitcase or backpack, duffle, golf or carry-on bag, briefcase or school locker Etc.
- Prevent the Grab-and-go Theft - Keep your personal possessions secure in the airport, fitness center, hostel, hotel, train station and other public places.
Braided Steel Cable
- The Flexibility of a Cable. Handles situations that normal shackle locks simply can't. Works great on hard cases such as Pelican equipment cases and gun cases.
- A Cable that Doesn't Sacrifice Security. Hardened Steel locking mechanism gives a pull weight of over 224 pounds. 70 to 100 pounds more than most other TSA locks.
Zinc Alloy Body
- Will Take a Beating. Will not dent during airport handling.
- Lightweight Material. Low weight lock body that doesn't sacrifice tensile or impact strength.
- No Plastic, No Problem. 100% Zinc Alloy Body. No plastic weak points.
Forge Innovative Features for Secure, Durable, and Easy-to-Use Luggage Locks.
Search Alert Indicator
- This TSA-approved luggage lock features a built-in Search Alert Indicator that pops up when TSA inspects your bag and automatically resets when you enter the correct combination.
- Perfect for securing your backpack, suitcase, or tent, this lock ensures peace of mind while traveling.
Easy Read Dials
- Chrome Dials Cause Glare. Many TSA locks use chrome dials that reflect bright fluorescent light, making them hard to read in baggage terminals.
- White-on-Black Dials for Maximum Visibility. Forge locks feature high-contrast white numerals on a black background, ensuring superior readability in both bright and low-light conditions—no reading glasses needed.
Stainless Steel Tumbler
- Dancing in the Rain. The low-grade steel and iron used in most travel locks will rust and freeze up if exposed to water. Our stainless-steel tumbler can be submerged in water with no negative effects.
- No Brass, No Oxidation. Other travel locks use brass in the tumbler system. Brass will oxidize and freeze up over time, especially in humid environments.
Forge Optimus 23072 FAQs
Does the Forge Optimus 23072 come with an owner key?
No. Owners unlock the Optimus 23072 with their 4-digit combination. The TSA008 keyway is intended for authorized security screening access and is not an owner keyway.
What does the Open Alert indicator mean?
The Open Alert indicator provides a visible signal after the lock has been opened through the TSA inspection keyway. Entering the correct combination and opening the lock resets the indicator for future use.
How do I set or reset the Forge Optimus 23072 combination?
The Optimus 23072 uses a back-switch reset system. Open the lock with the current 4-digit combination, move the reset switch on the back into the setting position, choose your new code, then return the switch to its original position. For detailed instructions, see our How to Set Forge TSA Lock guide.
What happens if I forget my Optimus 23072 combination?
The Optimus 23072 does not have an owner master-reset function. If the lock is closed and the combination is forgotten, the code cannot simply be reset without first opening the lock with the correct combination. The TSA008 inspection keyway is not a backup owner keyway, so test and record your new code before locking it onto your luggage.
Will the Optimus cable fit my suitcase, backpack, or case?
The standard Optimus 23072 uses a 0.15 in braided-steel cable approximately 4.17 in long. It is designed to pass through many suitcase zipper pulls, backpacks, cases, and compatible locker openings. Check the opening size and available clearance before purchasing.
How does the TSA relock feature work on the Optimus 23072?
The Optimus 23072 is designed so an authorized TSA inspection key must return the lock to the secured position before the inspection key can be removed. This helps reduce the chance of the lock being left unlocked after baggage screening.
Forge
Forge TSA008 4-Digit Luggage Lock with Open Alert (Optimus Series, Orange Pack)
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Estimated delivery between October 01 and October 04.
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TSA Accepted
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Specifications
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Series
Optimus Series -
Model
TSA23072 -
Lock Type
Cable Combination Lock -
Travel Sentry
Travel Sentry® Approved -
Unlocking
4-Digit Combination -
TSA Keyway
TSA008 -
Body Material
Zinc Alloy -
Cable Material
Braided Steel -
Cable Diameter
0.15 in -
Cable Length
4.17 in -
Dimensions (W × H × D)
1.25 × 3.5 × 0.56 in -
Unit Weight (per lock)
2.47 oz -
Open Alert Indicator
Yes
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Product Description
Forge – The Gold Standard in Luggage locks Security. Tested by Millions, Trusted for Life.
Forge: America’s Top TSA Lock Brand, Built for Travelers by Travelers.
Established in scenic Wyoming in 2015, Forge Luggage Locks quickly earned a reputation for its top-notch TSA locks. The founders, after repeatedly losing valuable items during travel with a lively 2-year-old boy and another baby on the way, felt compelled to tackle the limited choices and poor quality prevalent in the market. This served as the catalyst for Forge's creation, a brand dedicated to resolving the challenges faced by travelers. Leveraging their family's expertise in the tsa lock industry, Forge not only overcame obstacles but soared to become the TOP brand in the US market.
With a commitment to addressing the needs of travelers, Forge offers a selection of locks tailored for various functions and sizes. The result is a blend of security, convenience, and peace of mind for every journey undertaken by those who choose Forge TSA approved luggage locks.
.
Forge Optimus Model – Stylish, Secure Travel Lock for Backpacks, Suitcases, and More.
Locally Owned and Serviced for Peace of Mind.
Our TSA locks are built to last, and we stand behind their quality to ensure your peace of mind. As a Texas-based, locally owned service, we are deeply committed to providing our community with exceptional support and high-quality TSA luggage locks. We appreciate your trust in Forge TSA locks and take great pride in being your reliable partner in securing your luggage, suitcase, backpack, and more.
Forge TSA-Approved Locks – Trusted Travel Security.
The TSA lock system streamlines security screenings, minimizing delays and costs for airlines and airports while enhancing safety against threats and hazardous goods. Each Forge TSA lock is designed with two prominent red diamond logos, ensuring TSA agents instantly recognize and unlock them with master keys—eliminating the risk of lock removal.
Top-Quality Choice for Travel and Home Needs.
Not Just a TSA Lock
- Multiple Uses: Forge's TSA Approved cable locks can be used when traveling on your carry on or check in luggage, suitcase or backpack, duffle, golf or carry-on bag, briefcase or school locker Etc.
- Prevent the Grab-and-go Theft - Keep your personal possessions secure in the airport, fitness center, hostel, hotel, train station and other public places.
Braided Steel Cable
- The Flexibility of a Cable. Handles situations that normal shackle locks simply can't. Works great on hard cases such as Pelican equipment cases and gun cases.
- A Cable that Doesn't Sacrifice Security. Hardened Steel locking mechanism gives a pull weight of over 224 pounds. 70 to 100 pounds more than most other TSA locks.
Zinc Alloy Body
- Will Take a Beating. Will not dent during airport handling.
- Lightweight Material. Low weight lock body that doesn't sacrifice tensile or impact strength.
- No Plastic, No Problem. 100% Zinc Alloy Body. No plastic weak points.
Forge Innovative Features for Secure, Durable, and Easy-to-Use Luggage Locks.
Search Alert Indicator
- This TSA-approved luggage lock features a built-in Search Alert Indicator that pops up when TSA inspects your bag and automatically resets when you enter the correct combination.
- Perfect for securing your backpack, suitcase, or tent, this lock ensures peace of mind while traveling.
Easy Read Dials
- Chrome Dials Cause Glare. Many TSA locks use chrome dials that reflect bright fluorescent light, making them hard to read in baggage terminals.
- White-on-Black Dials for Maximum Visibility. Forge locks feature high-contrast white numerals on a black background, ensuring superior readability in both bright and low-light conditions—no reading glasses needed.
Stainless Steel Tumbler
- Dancing in the Rain. The low-grade steel and iron used in most travel locks will rust and freeze up if exposed to water. Our stainless-steel tumbler can be submerged in water with no negative effects.
- No Brass, No Oxidation. Other travel locks use brass in the tumbler system. Brass will oxidize and freeze up over time, especially in humid environments.
Forge Optimus 23072 FAQs
Does the Forge Optimus 23072 come with an owner key?
No. Owners unlock the Optimus 23072 with their 4-digit combination. The TSA008 keyway is intended for authorized security screening access and is not an owner keyway.
What does the Open Alert indicator mean?
The Open Alert indicator provides a visible signal after the lock has been opened through the TSA inspection keyway. Entering the correct combination and opening the lock resets the indicator for future use.
How do I set or reset the Forge Optimus 23072 combination?
The Optimus 23072 uses a back-switch reset system. Open the lock with the current 4-digit combination, move the reset switch on the back into the setting position, choose your new code, then return the switch to its original position. For detailed instructions, see our How to Set Forge TSA Lock guide.
What happens if I forget my Optimus 23072 combination?
The Optimus 23072 does not have an owner master-reset function. If the lock is closed and the combination is forgotten, the code cannot simply be reset without first opening the lock with the correct combination. The TSA008 inspection keyway is not a backup owner keyway, so test and record your new code before locking it onto your luggage.
Will the Optimus cable fit my suitcase, backpack, or case?
The standard Optimus 23072 uses a 0.15 in braided-steel cable approximately 4.17 in long. It is designed to pass through many suitcase zipper pulls, backpacks, cases, and compatible locker openings. Check the opening size and available clearance before purchasing.
How does the TSA relock feature work on the Optimus 23072?
The Optimus 23072 is designed so an authorized TSA inspection key must return the lock to the secured position before the inspection key can be removed. This helps reduce the chance of the lock being left unlocked after baggage screening.
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