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Corbin Russwin 487K13 7-Pin X Class Mortise Cylinder Plug with BL Keyway

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Corbin Russwin 487K13 7-Pin X Class Mortise Cylinder Plug with BL Keyway

The Corbin Russwin 487K13 BL is a commercial-grade 7-pin X Class plug designed for mortise cylinder applications with a BL keyway configuration. Engineered as a precision replacement part for Corbin Russwin cylinder assemblies, this plug delivers the exacting tolerances and key control standards expected from a professional-grade cylinder component. Ideal for facilities managers and locksmiths maintaining or upgrading existing Corbin Russwin mortise lock hardware, this plug provides a direct, compatible solution for cylinder servicing and rekeying projects.

Key Features

  • 7-Pin X Class Configuration: Features a 7-pin X Class plug design for enhanced key control and security, providing greater bitting combinations than standard 5- or 6-pin cylinders.
  • BL Keyway: Configured with the Corbin Russwin BL keyway for precise key control and compatibility with existing BL keyway master key systems.
  • Mortise Cylinder Compatibility: Designed specifically for mortise cylinder applications, ensuring a direct fit within compatible Corbin Russwin mortise lock assemblies.
  • Genuine Corbin Russwin Cylinder Part: Manufactured as an authentic Corbin Russwin cylinder component, maintaining the performance standards of original equipment.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Built to commercial application standards, supporting reliable long-term use in demanding institutional and commercial environments.
  • Replacement Part Convenience: Provides a precise replacement solution for servicing or rekeying existing Corbin Russwin mortise cylinder hardware without full cylinder replacement.

Technical Specifications

  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Product Category: Mechanical Locks
  • Product Group: Parts and Accessories
  • Subcategory: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Subgroup: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Type: Cylinders
  • Parts and Accessories Type: Replacement Parts
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Product Model: 487K13 BL
  • Features: Corbin Russwin Cylinder Parts

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities

Why Corbin Russwin 487K13?

Corbin Russwin cylinder components are engineered to the precise tolerances required for professional locksmithing and facility maintenance applications. The 487K13 BL plug upholds the quality standards of Corbin Russwin's commercial cylinder line, offering a dependable, OEM-compatible solution for mortise lock servicing in high-demand commercial environments where consistent performance and key control are critical.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Department:
Door Hardware
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Product Group:
Parts and Accessories
Subcategory:
Parts and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Parts and Accessories
Product Type:
Cylinders
Parts and Accessories Type:
Replacement Parts
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
487K13 BL
Features:
Corbin Russwin Cylinder Parts

Corbin Russwin 487K13 BL 626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What mortise cylinder lengths does the Corbin Russwin 487K13 come in?
Five lengths: 1-1/4, 1-3/8, 1-1/2, 1-3/4 and 2 inches. Pick the length that matches the cylinder you are servicing, since the cylinder body length has to suit the door thickness and lock case it threads into. Both finishes, 606 satin brass and 626 satin chrome, are offered across all five lengths.
2) Will the Corbin Russwin 487K13 work with my existing BL keyway master key system?
It is built with the Corbin Russwin BL keyway, so it keys into an existing BL system and can be master keyed with the rest of that system. If your building is keyed on a different Corbin Russwin keyway, this plug will not accept those keys.
3) Can I use the 487K13 plug in a rim cylinder or a key-in-knob cylinder?
No. The 487K13 is built for mortise cylinder applications in Corbin Russwin assemblies. For rim work, a rim cylinder such as the Schlage 20-021 (vertical tailpiece cam) or 20-022 (horizontal tailpiece cam) is the right part. For a knob or lever cylinder, the Kaba Ilco 1599 key-in-knob replacement cylinder is that category.
4) If I need a complete mortise cylinder rather than just a plug, what can I use instead of the Corbin Russwin 487K13?
The 487K13 BL is a 7-pin X Class plug intended for servicing or rekeying an existing Corbin Russwin mortise cylinder rather than replacing the whole cylinder. If the housing itself is damaged or the opening has no cylinder yet, a complete mortise cylinder is the right part: the Detex MC65 is a 1-1/8 inch 6-pin commercial mortise cylinder in the Schlage C keyway, and the Adams Rite 4036 is a Grade 1 five-pin mortise cylinder in the 4036 Series with a 1/2 inch minimum door thickness. Both are full cylinders, so they come in their own keyway rather than the Corbin Russwin BL system.
5) Can a BEST interchangeable core be used in place of the Corbin Russwin 487K13 plug?
No. The 487K13 BL is a 7-pin X Class plug that drops into an existing Corbin Russwin mortise cylinder shell in the BL keyway. A BEST core is a different servicing concept: the 1C Series standard 5-pin core and the 1CB Peaks 150 Series and 1CDF drill resistant patented 7-pin brass 150 Series cores are interchangeable cores that pull from a figure-eight housing with a control key. They require BEST-style IC housings and their own key system, so they are a system change rather than a plug swap in a Corbin Russwin mortise cylinder.
6) My exit device needs a rim cylinder, not a mortise plug. What takes the place of the 487K13 there?
The 487K13 BL is built for mortise cylinder applications, with mortise lengths of 1-1/4, 1-3/8, 1-1/2, 1-3/4 and 2 inches, so it will not serve a rim device. For rim applications, the Schlage 20-021 is a 6-pin rim cylinder with a vertical tailpiece cam and the 20-022 is the same 6-pin rim cylinder with a horizontal tailpiece cam; the cam orientation is matched to the device. The Schlage 20-057 is a 6-pin FSIC rim cylinder with a convertible tailpiece cam if the facility runs full size interchangeable cores.
7) Why choose a 7-pin plug instead of a 6-pin for a commercial building?
The 487K13 is a 7-pin X Class plug, which gives more bitting combinations than a 5- or 6-pin cylinder and tighter key control, which matters on a large master keyed system in a school, hospital or office tower. Most competing commercial cylinders in this class are 6-pin, for example the Detex MC65 mortise cylinder in Schlage C keyway or the Schlage 20-021 rim cylinder.
8) Is the 487K13 an interchangeable core, and what should I use if my building is on IC cores?
It is not an interchangeable core. The 487K13 is a fixed mortise cylinder plug that has to be pinned and installed by a locksmith. If your facility standardizes on cores you can swap with a control key, look at interchangeable core products instead, such as the BEST 1CB 150 Series core or the BEST 1CDF drill resistant 7-pin brass core.
9) Will the Corbin Russwin 487K13 plug work in a key-in-knob or key-in-lever lock?
No. The 487K13 BL is a mortise cylinder plug and is sized by mortise length, offered from 1-1/4 inch up to 2 inch. Knob and lever bodies take a different cylinder format. For those, the Kaba Ilco 1539 is a key-in-knob and lever universal cylinder, the 1579 is a knob and lever cylinder for Sargent, and the 1599 is a key-in-knob replacement cylinder; the Falcon A23161-05 G is a key-in-lever cylinder in the RU/T Series 6-pin G keyway supplied keyed different with two cut keys.
10) What do I order instead of the 487K13 for a deadbolt?
The 487K13 BL is a plug for Corbin Russwin mortise cylinder assemblies, not a deadbolt cylinder. For deadbolt work, the Kaba Ilco 1549 is a key-in-deadbolt cylinder, and Medeco offers several retrofit options: the 1012040 6-pin lazy motion rim cylinder for Kwikset single cylinder deadbolts, the 1065140 5-pin retrofit for Arrow JL interconnected locks and Emtek handleset and deadbolt outside cylinders, and the 1075127 5-pin rim type lazy motion single cylinder for handlesets and deadbolts.
11) Is a cylinder pull the same thing as the 487K13 mortise plug?
No, they solve different problems. The 487K13 BL is the keyed plug that carries the pins inside a Corbin Russwin mortise cylinder. A cylinder pull is a door pull with a cylinder housing built in for narrow stile aluminum work: the Adams Rite 4024 mounts with a trim plate and the 4025 uses through-screws, both for the MS1847 deadlock/deadlatch, while the 4026 is a five pin tumbler cylinder pull for wood door applications with the Adams Rite 5017 wood door deadlock/deadlatch.
12) How does the 487K13 7-pin plug compare with 5- and 6-pin cylinders from other brands?
The 487K13 BL uses a 7-pin X Class configuration, which yields more bitting combinations than standard 5- or 6-pin cylinders and is keyed to the Corbin Russwin BL keyway for master key systems already on BL. Common 6-pin comparables include the Detex MC65 in Schlage C and the Falcon A23161-05 G in the RU/T G keyway; 5-pin examples include the Adams Rite 4036 mortise cylinder and the BEST 1C standard 5-pin core. Among the peers, the BEST 1CDF is also a 7-pin, built as a drill resistant patented interchangeable core in brass.
13) Which finish should I order to match the other cylinders in my building?
Two finishes are offered on the 487K13: 606 satin brass and 626 satin chrome. 626 is the usual commercial standard and matches most satin chrome lever and mortise trim; 606 suits openings already running brass hardware.
14) Is the 487K13 plug suitable for a high traffic commercial opening?
Yes. It is a commercial-grade Corbin Russwin cylinder part, used in office buildings, schools, hospitals, government facilities, multi-tenant residential, retail and warehouse settings. It is not a residential-grade component.
15) I need something non-keyed to fill an opening instead of the 487K13. What is the option?
The 487K13 BL is a keyed 7-pin X Class plug intended for key control in an existing Corbin Russwin mortise cylinder. If the opening needs a filler with no key function, the BEST 12E Series dummy rim cylinder with a 1-5/32 inch diameter is a non-keyed rim-format part. Note it is a rim dummy and not a mortise plug, so confirm the prep before ordering.
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Does the Corbin Russwin 487K13 BL 626 come with a warranty?
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