High-security internal-track blades for many modern vehicles.
Precision mobile key cutting
Cut accurately.
Made to work.
Automotive key blades decoded and cut with professional equipment at your vehicle. We support many laser, sidewinder and traditional edge-cut profiles for cars and vans.
Automotive accuracy
A key blade has to match the lock precisely.
Modern vehicle keys use detailed mechanical profiles. We identify the correct blade, decode the required cuts and produce a replacement designed to operate smoothly in the vehicle's locks and ignition.
Traditional single- and double-sided profiles cut accurately.
Professional cutting equipment brought directly to the vehicle.
The finished blade is tested for smooth mechanical operation.
The right process
Copied, decoded or created from vehicle data.
The method depends on whether a working key is available and the vehicle's lock system.
Working key available
Duplicate key cutting
- Existing blade inspected for wear
- Correct blank confirmed
- Profile copied or decoded
- New blade cut and finished
- Operation checked at the vehicle
No usable key
Key creation
- Vehicle ownership confirmed
- Lock or vehicle data decoded where supported
- Correct blade profile identified
- Replacement blade cut accurately
- Programming completed separately if required
Blade profiles
Cutting support for many common automotive keys.
Coverage varies by make, model, year and lock system. We confirm compatibility before attendance.
Laser-cut and sidewinder keys
Internal-track blades used across many modern European and Asian vehicles.
Single-sided edge-cut keys
Traditional profiles used on older vehicles and selected commercial applications.
Double-sided edge-cut keys
Precision-cut blades designed to operate from either orientation.
Emergency smart-key blades
Mechanical insert blades supplied inside many proximity and push-button-start keys.
How it works
A careful five-step cutting process.
Vehicle details
Send the registration, make, model, year and a clear image of the existing key where available.
Blade identification
The correct blank and cutting profile are confirmed for the vehicle.
Decode
The required cut pattern is read from the key, lock or supported vehicle data.
Precision cut
The blade is produced using specialist automotive cutting equipment.
Test and finish
The blade is cleaned, checked and tested for reliable operation.
More than copying
Accuracy matters at every cut.
A poorly cut blade can stick, wear the lock or fail completely. The blank, depth, spacing and finish all need to be correct.
The blade type must match the key shell and vehicle lock.
Cut depths and positions are identified before machining.
Sharp edges and machining debris are removed after cutting.
The completed blade is checked in the relevant locks and ignition where applicable.
Why Odell Automotive
Professional equipment, automotive experience.
Years' experience
Automotive knowledge supports careful diagnosis and accurate key work.
Mobile service
Cutting equipment is brought directly to your car or van.
Diagnostic visits
The attendance fee depends on location and is deducted if you proceed with the quoted work.
Wide coverage
Based in Limavady with wider Northern Ireland travel available.
Frequently asked questions
Car key cutting, explained.
Useful answers before requesting a compatibility check.
Can you cut a key from my existing key?
For many vehicles, yes. The existing key can be decoded or copied after it has been checked for wear and the correct blank has been confirmed.
Can you cut a key when every key is lost?
Often, yes. The process can involve decoding the vehicle lock or using supported vehicle data. Coverage depends on the make, model, year and security system.
Do you cut laser and sidewinder keys?
Yes, many high-security internal-track and sidewinder profiles are supported, subject to vehicle compatibility.
Does a newly cut key also need programming?
Most modern vehicle keys contain a transponder or smart-key electronics. Cutting makes the blade operate mechanically; programming allows the vehicle to recognise the key electronically.
Can you cut just the emergency blade for a smart key?
Many proximity and smart keys contain a removable emergency blade. These can often be supplied and cut separately.
Do you cut van keys?
Yes, many cars, vans and light commercial vehicles are supported.
Can a worn key be copied?
A worn blade should not always be copied directly. Where possible, the original key code or lock pattern is decoded so the replacement reflects the correct profile rather than duplicating wear.
Which areas do you cover?
Odell Automotive is based in Limavady and serves customers across Northern Ireland for suitable work.
Check compatibility
Need a vehicle key
cut accurately?
Send your registration, vehicle year and a photo of the existing key. We will confirm the available cutting and programming options.