Master Lock 1502 vs. 2002: Which Combination Padlock Fits a School Locker Program?

Short answer: the Master Lock 1502 is the smaller general-security school combination padlock, while the Master Lock 2002 is the larger high-security model with a recessed dial, boron-alloy shackle, and dual-ball-bearing locking. Neither model adds supervisory key control. The correct choice depends on the school’s required construction level and whether the locker’s padlock eye has enough clearance for the larger 2002.

Master Lock 1502 vs. 2002 at a Glance

What the Two Padlocks Share

Both models are institutional three-number dial padlocks intended for indoor locker applications. Master Lock documents automatic scrambling after the lock closes and supplies charted-system information to help an organization administer assigned combinations. These are not consumer set-your-own-combination locks. A school should keep each lock tied to its correct record rather than asking a student to choose a new code.

Both belong in the portable-lock branch of a locker program. If the lock is bolted into the door, start with the built-in combination lock collection instead of comparing portable padlocks.

Choose the 1502 for the Smaller General-Security Format

The Master Lock 1502 uses a 1-7/8-inch body, a hardened-steel shackle, a double-reinforced stainless-steel case, and Master Lock’s BlockGuard® anti-shim design. Its standard shackle is shorter and narrower than the 2002 hardware. That difference matters when a locker has a relatively small padlock eye or tight clearance around a recessed handle.

The 1502 is combination-only. If authorized staff require key access, compare it with the Master Lock 1525 rather than assuming a key can be added later. The existing 1502 vs. 1525 guide explains that separate decision.

Choose the 2002 When the High-Security Construction and Fit Are Required

The Master Lock 2002 is the combination-only member of the 2002/2010 high-security family. Master Lock documents a larger double-armored body, fully recessed dial, hardened boron-alloy shackle, and dual-ball-bearing deadbolt mechanism. Those features also make the physical package larger. The locker must accept the 5/16-inch shackle diameter and the wider body without binding against the handle, door pocket, or surrounding trim.

Do not choose the 2002 from the security label alone. A lock that cannot pass cleanly through the padlock eye, close completely, or clear the locker hardware is not a workable match. Inspect and measure representative doors, including worn or repaired examples, before standardizing a large locker bank.

Keep Supervisory Access as a Separate Decision

The 1502 and 2002 are the combination-only choices in their respective families. Schools that need a documented supervisory key path should compare the 1525 with the 2010 and verify the required registered system. A control key is not universal, and an existing key should never be assumed to match a newly ordered lock.

For a quote-ready survey, record the current model, padlock-eye opening, required shackle reach, clearance around the body, quantity, and whether key control is required. The school padlock shackle guide covers the separate standard, LF, and LH question for the 1502 family.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between the Master Lock 1502 and 2002?

The 1502 is Master Lock’s smaller general-security school combination padlock. The 2002 is a larger high-security model with a recessed dial, boron-alloy shackle, and dual-ball-bearing locking.

Do either the 1502 or 2002 accept a supervisory control key?

No. For key control, compare the related 1525 or 2010 model and confirm the registered key system separately.

Will the Master Lock 2002 fit any locker that accepts a 1502?

Not necessarily. The 2002 has a wider body and thicker shackle, and Master Lock specifies a larger minimum padlock-eye diameter. Measure and sample-fit the actual locker hardware.

Can students reset the combinations?

These institutional models use assigned combinations and charted administration; they are not ordinary set-your-own-combination padlocks. Follow the documentation for the exact model and school system.

Get Help Comparing the Two Padlocks

For a model review or school quote, contact School Lock Supply with non-sensitive photos, measurements, quantities, the current model if known, and whether supervisory key control is required.

Master Lock references: 1502 specifications, 2002 technical information, institutional locker-lock catalog.

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