Product Description Prevent others with a key from accessing a locked door with this Door Knob Lock-Out Device. This door knob lock-out device prevents turning of knob and access to keyhole, and is commonly used for evictions, rentals, home sales, job sites and in-home or office storage. For use with keyholes in round door knobs of up to 2-7/16 in. outside diameter, and will not work with door knobs of a larger diameter. With diecast construction and a gray painted finish, this lock-out device is built to last, and installation is quick and easy. Cylinder is held in place with an O-ring and is removable when device is open and unlocked. The cylinder cannot be removed when device is closed and locked. Note that the shaft cut-out is oval/oblong in shape, measures 1-3/4 in. x 1-1/2 in, and may fit loosely over some door knobs with round, slender shafts. Note: These lock-out devices are for use over keyed/locked door knobs to block access to the keyhole from others who may have keys to unlock the door. See model number S 4181 for lever-type door knobs. From the Manufacturer This knob lockout device is constructed from diecast and comes finished in gray. It is designed to lock around your door knob and prevent your knob from turning. This lockout device is often used to in apartment evictions.