Vehicle keys pro: transponders, blades & shells

Professional vehicle keys: shells, remotes, transponders and blades for cars and motorcycles

This category brings together all the key consumables needed for an automotive locksmith or garage: complete car keys with integrated circuit, key shells without electronics, transponders, KeyDIY remotes, Xhorse remotes, compatible blades, pod keys and many other references. With over 2,400 products covering all makes across the European vehicle fleet, this is the most comprehensive consumables catalogue for any professional who wants to meet demand without stock shortages.

The logic behind this category is straightforward: every key duplication or programming intervention requires two distinct elements. A tool to programme, and a consumable to programme. The tool (programmer, cutting machine) is the initial investment. The consumable is what sells at every intervention. This is where daily profitability is built: the right compatible blade, a programmable universal remote, a shell in the correct reference allow a complete service to be billed in under fifteen minutes.

Keyfirst is the official distributor in France for KeyDIY, Xhorse, Keyline and Autel for key consumables. This position guarantees product authenticity, competitive pricing and permanent stock availability from France with delivery within 24 to 48 hours.

Transponders, remotes, blades and shells: key references by vehicle make

The Keyfirst Vehicle Keys catalogue covers four main families of consumables for the entire European fleet: Renault/Dacia, PSA (Peugeot/Citroën), Fiat, Volkswagen/Audi and Asian makes (Hyundai, Kia, Toyota). Each family includes specific references in blades, remotes, transponders and shells, adapted to the key profiles and electronic protocols specific to each manufacturer.

The Xhorse Super Chip XT27A01/XT27A66 universal transponder is the reference universal transponder of the Xhorse ecosystem. Compatible with the entire VVDI range (Mini Key Tool, Key Tool Max, Key Tool Plus), it handles the main cloning protocols across the European fleet and replaces a wide spectrum of original transponders on common vehicles. It is the central component of any cloning or programming procedure within the Xhorse ecosystem.

The KeyDIY NB11-3 3-button universal remote is designed for the PSA group (Peugeot 208, 308, 3008, Citroën C3, C5, Berlingo, DS). It programmes directly on KeyDIY generators such as the KD900 and KD-X2, without requiring vehicle-side learning on certain models. The Xhorse XEDS01EN remote completes this offer with its integrated Superchip: it combines a universal remote and a programmable transponder in a single product, simplifying the intervention procedure on many models.

For compatible blades, three profiles cover the most represented makes in the French fleet: the KD-KB35 blade HU83 profile for post-2006 Peugeot and Citroën, the KD-KB37 blade VA2T profile for Renault, Peugeot and Citroën, and the KD-KB36 blade NE73 profile for Renault, Peugeot and Citroën. The catalogue also covers profiles HU179 and HU136 for Dacia, VE20 for recent Renault, HY15 for Hyundai and Kia, as well as Honda, Volkswagen and Toyota profiles.

For transponder keys (pod keys), the catalogue offers references for all major makes in the European fleet. The Renault Clio 4 key card (2013-2020) and shells REN-C22 and REN-C33 cover the most common Renault models. The CIT-3TK Citroën VA2/HU83 and CIT-1TK Citroën HU83 handle the most common PSA interventions. The FIA-1TK Fiat SIP22 covers Fiat Punto, Doblo, Ducato and other models on the SIP22 profile. The catalogue also extends to Volkswagen/Audi and Toyota pod keys.

Shells without electronics cover all makes: Renault (REN-C21, REN-C22, REN-C33), Peugeot/Citroën (C4, C5/C6, Berlingo), Dacia, Hyundai, Volkswagen/Audi, Fiat and Toyota. A damaged shell can be replaced without reprogramming, making it a simple and fast service on all vehicle types. The catalogue also includes complete motorcycle keys for Yamaha (NVX, XMAX) and Honda, a fast-growing segment for professionals wishing to expand their offer beyond passenger cars.

Understanding consumable families to optimise your stock

An efficient consumables stock is not built by buying one of every product. It is built by identifying the vehicle makes most common in your geographical area and maintaining minimum stock on the corresponding profiles. For a workshop in France, this means consistently stocking HU83 and VA2T profiles for PSA-Renault blades, the KeyDIY NB range for PSA/Honda remotes, and the Xhorse Super Chip for transponders. The catalogue also covers VAG profiles (HU66, HU162T), Toyota and Ford for complete coverage of the current fleet.

What is the difference between a key with integrated circuit and a transponder key (pod key)? A key with integrated circuit is a complete assembly: shell, blade and programmable electronics are combined in a single ready-to-programme product. A pod key is a shell with a drawer designed to hold a separate transponder. The choice between the two depends on the vehicle protocol and available tool. The Keyfirst support team can guide you to the exact reference for a specific vehicle and tool combination.

Batteries are the fastest-turning consumables. Silicone covers, U-Keyline inserts and locks and ignitions represent natural add-on sales at every key intervention.

Tools to programme your consumables: the essential pairing

A consumable without a compatible tool is unusable. This is why the Keyfirst vehicle keys catalogue is designed to work in cohesion with the programming tools distributed. KeyDIY and Xhorse universal remotes are designed to be generated directly by KD900, KD-X2, Mini Key Tool, Key Tool Max Pro and other pre-coding machines. Xhorse Super Chip transponders are compatible with the entire VVDI range. Blades are dimensioned to be cut on key cutting machines from Keyline, Kukai Alpha Pro and Xhorse Condor.

For workshops looking to move up to complete key programming, the OBDSTAR Key Master G3 platform and Autel MaxiIM scanners allow programming of all integrated circuit key references on European fleet vehicles. Updates and tokens ensure this compatibility extends to new models. Keyfirst Academy training offers specific modules on using consumables with the various tools in the catalogue. The Keyfirst+ programme gives access to permanent discounts and dedicated technical support for consumable/tool/vehicle compatibility questions.

The Vehicle Makes category provides access to all available references by manufacturer: Renault, Peugeot, Citroën, Volkswagen, BMW, Toyota and many others. For any compatibility question between a consumable, a tool and a specific vehicle, the technical ticket provides a precise answer from the team.

Video tutorials and demonstrations

The Keyfirst YouTube channel offers over 116 videos dedicated to vehicle key programming. The tutorials below cover procedures directly related to the consumables in this category: presentation of Xhorse and KeyDIY universal remotes, getting started with compatible programming tools, and complete procedures on the most common models in the European fleet.

Legal Notice & Copyright

The brands mentioned and/or their associated models are the exclusive property of their respective owners. They are used solely to indicate the compatibility of products offered by KEYFIRST SAS. KEYFIRST SAS is neither affiliated with nor approved by these brands. Our products are adaptable alternatives, without manufacturer logos, fully compliant with European legislation on intellectual property and anti-counterfeiting. No ownership rights or licences are claimed over these brands.