When it comes to automotive key programming, LAUNCH X431 Remote offers a range of solutions tailored to different vehicle needs. Understanding the capabilities of each series – LK, LN, LE and LS – can help professionals and car owners choose the right tool for key generation and immobilizer (IMMO) chip functions. Below is a detailed classification of these smart key types based on their features and supported chips.
Comparison Table
| LAUNCH Smart Key Types | IMMO Chip | Wireless Generation | Types Of Chips Can Be Generated | Identification |
| LK Series | No | No | No | LK-Wire |
| LN Series | Yes | Yes | 11/12/13/7936/7937/7947/7946 | LN-Wireless |
| LE Series | Yes | Yes | 11/12/13/7935/7936/7937/7938/
7939/7946/48/4C/4D/4E/8A/8C/8E |
LE-Wireless |
| LS Series | Yes | Yes | 46/47/MQB48/MQB49/4A | NXP-SmartKey,LM38-SmartKey, LM38-TOYOTA,LM28-TOYOTA,LM38-754J |
Note:
For Honda ID46/47 models need to use electronic transnponder for key generation. Super chip key DOES NOT support.
IMMO Chip Support: No
Wireless Generation: No
Supported Chips: None
The LK Series is a basic option with no support for immobilizer chips or wireless key generation. It is suitable for simple key duplication tasks but lacks advanced functionalities required for modern vehicles.
IMMO Chip Support: Yes
Wireless Generation: Yes
Supported Chips: 11, 12, 13, 7936, 7937, 7947, 7946
The LN Series is a versatile choice, offering both IMMO chip compatibility and wireless key generation. It supports a variety of common chip types, making it ideal for many standard vehicle models.
IMMO Chip Support: Yes
Wireless Generation: Yes
Supported Chips: 11, 12, 13, 7935, 7936, 7937, 7938, 7939, 7946, 48, 4C, 4D, 4E, 8A, 8C, 8E
The LE Series stands out with its extensive chip compatibility, covering a wide range of immobilizer chips. This makes it a powerful tool for advanced key programming, especially for vehicles requiring specialized chips.
IMMO Chip Support: Yes
Wireless Generation: Yes
Supported Chips: 46, 47, MQB48, MQB49, 4A
The LS Series is designed for specific high-end models, particularly those using Honda ID46/47 chips. Note that an electronic transponder is required for key generation with these models, and super chip keys are not supported.
Conclusion
LK Series: Basic key duplication, no IMMO support.
LN Series: Mid-range, supports common chips (11/12/13, etc.).
LE Series: Advanced, broad chip compatibility (including 7935-8E).
LS Series: Specialized for Honda ID46/47 and MQB models.
By understanding these classifications, users can select the right LAUNCH smart key tool for their needs, ensuring efficient and accurate key programming.
Pro Tip: Always verify chip compatibility with your vehicle before purchasing or programming a key!