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Corbin Russwin 487K15 7-Pin X Class Mortise Cylinder Plug, 1-3/8 in. with 67B2 Keyway

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Model: 487K15 67B2 626

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Corbin Russwin 487K15 7-Pin X Class Mortise Cylinder Plug with 67B2 Keyway

The Corbin Russwin 487K15 is a precision-engineered 7-Pin X Class replacement plug designed for 1-3/8" mortise cylinder applications. Featuring the 67B2 keyway in a Satin Brass finish, this commercial-grade cylinder plug is a genuine Corbin Russwin cylinder part engineered for reliable, long-term performance in demanding access control environments. Ideal for facilities managers and locksmiths performing scheduled cylinder maintenance or replacing worn plug components in existing mortise lock installations.

Key Features

  • 7-Pin X Class Security: X Class pin configuration delivers enhanced key control and resistance to unauthorized key duplication, supporting high-security commercial applications.
  • 1-3/8" Mortise Cylinder Format: Precisely sized at 1-3/8" for direct compatibility with standard mortise cylinder housings, ensuring a proper fit without modification.
  • 67B2 Keyway: Factory-matched 67B2 keyway maintains keyway compatibility with existing Corbin Russwin keying systems for seamless integration into master key programs.
  • Satin Brass Finish: Satin Brass finish provides a professional appearance consistent with complementary Corbin Russwin hardware.
  • Genuine Corbin Russwin Cylinder Part: Manufactured as an authentic Corbin Russwin cylinder component, ensuring proper tolerances and performance matching original equipment specifications.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Engineered for commercial door hardware applications where precision and durability are essential for reliable locking performance.

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: 487K15 67B2
  • 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 487K15?

Corbin Russwin cylinder parts are engineered to exacting tolerances, ensuring that replacement components like the 487K15 plug perform identically to original equipment. The 7-Pin X Class configuration supports advanced key control programs, making this plug a trusted choice for security-conscious commercial facilities requiring consistent, professional-grade locking performance.

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:
487K15 67B2
Features:
Corbin Russwin Cylinder Parts

Corbin Russwin 487K15 67B2 626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the 487K15 plug work in my existing Corbin Russwin keying system?
If your system runs the 67B2 keyway, yes. The 487K15 is factory-matched to the 67B2 keyway so it drops into existing Corbin Russwin keying and master key programs. A cylinder on a different Corbin Russwin keyway will not accept it, so confirm the keyway stamped on your current plug first.
2) If I need a complete mortise cylinder rather than just a plug, what should I order instead of the Corbin Russwin 487K15?
The 487K15 is a replacement plug for 1-3/8 in. mortise cylinder housings, not a complete cylinder, so it only helps if the housing stays in the door. When the whole cylinder is being replaced, the Adams Rite 4036 is a Grade 1 mortise cylinder with five-pin security, and the Detex MC65 is a 1-1/8 in. six-pin mortise cylinder cut to the Schlage C keyway. Both arrive as assembled cylinders rather than a bare plug.
3) Is a BEST interchangeable core an equivalent to the Corbin Russwin 487K15 plug?
They solve the same problem in different ways. The 487K15 is a 7-pin X Class plug that is rekeyed or swapped inside an existing Corbin Russwin mortise cylinder housing. The BEST 1CDF is a 7-pin drill resistant patented interchangeable core in the 150 series, and the BEST 1CB is a Peaks 1CB 150 series interchangeable core - both pull out with a control key and do not require disassembling the cylinder. Choosing between them is a question of whether the opening is already set up for a figure-eight core or for a conventional Corbin Russwin mortise cylinder.
4) My opening uses a rim device, not a mortise lock. What takes the place of the 487K15 there?
A mortise plug will not serve a rim exit 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 cylinder with a horizontal tailpiece cam, so the cam orientation is matched to the device. If the facility keys on full size interchangeable cores, the Schlage 20-057 is a 6-pin FSIC rim cylinder with a convertible tailpiece cam.
5) Will the Corbin Russwin 487K15 work in a key-in-knob or key-in-lever lock?
No - it is sized and formatted for 1-3/8 in. mortise cylinder housings. Knob and lever bodies take a different cylinder shape entirely: the Kaba Ilco 1539 is a universal key-in-knob and lever cylinder, the 1599 is a key-in-knob replacement cylinder, and the 1579 is a knob and lever cylinder built for Sargent locks. The Falcon A23161-05 G is a key-in-lever cylinder in the RU/T series with a 6-pin G keyway, keyed different with two cut keys.
6) Why choose a 7-pin X Class plug over a standard pinned cylinder?
X Class is Corbin Russwin's restricted key control platform. The seventh pin plus the restricted keyway means keys cannot be cut and duplicated off the shelf, which is what facilities running master key programs across schools, hospitals and government buildings are buying it for. If you don't need key control, a conventional cylinder is cheaper to service and easier to key locally.
7) I want to move a building off conventional keys and onto interchangeable cores instead of rebuilding plugs. What are my options?
Rebuilding the 487K15 plug keeps you on your existing 67B2 Corbin Russwin system, which is the right move if the master key program stays as is. If you'd rather standardize on interchangeable cores so future rekeys are a core swap instead of a service call, the BEST 1CB 150 Series interchangeable core or the drill-resistant BEST 1CDF 7-pin core are the small-format route, and Schlage's 20-057 6-pin FSIC rim cylinder covers full-size interchangeable core openings.
8) My exit device takes a rim cylinder, not a mortise cylinder. Is the 487K15 what I need?
No. The 487K15 is a mortise cylinder plug, and mortise cylinders thread into the housing and drive a cam, while a rim cylinder mounts through the door with a tailpiece to the device. For rim applications look at the Schlage 20-021 (vertical tailpiece cam) or 20-022 (horizontal tailpiece cam) 6-pin rim cylinders.
9) How do I order the right Corbin Russwin plug, and what do I need to specify?
Order by model 487K15 67B2, then pick the finish, 606 Satin Brass or 626 Satin Chrome. The two things that decide whether it works are the keyway (67B2) and the 1-3/8 inch cylinder length. Keying itself is a separate step: a plug is supplied as a component, so plan on your locksmith pinning it to your existing X Class combination.
10) What is the simpler option if I only need a basic 5-pin core and not X Class key control?
The 487K15 carries a 7-pin X Class configuration aimed at restricted key control programs. Where that level of control is not required, the BEST 1C5 is a standard 5-pin cylinder core from the standard and premium core line. It is a lower pin count with no patented key restriction, so keys can be cut on common blanks rather than through a controlled program.
11) What looks like a substitute for the 487K15 but is not?
Two traps. The BEST 12E is a dummy rim cylinder at 1-5/32 in. diameter - it fills the hole and accepts no key, so it never functions as a working plug. The Adams Rite 4024, 4025 and 4026 are cylinder pulls: the 4024 mounts with a trim plate and the 4025 with through-screws, both for the MS1847 deadlock/deadlatch, while the 4026 is a five pin tumbler pull for the 5017 wood door deadlock. Those are door pulls that house a cylinder, not a replacement plug for a mortise housing.
12) I manage apartments with residential deadbolts and handlesets - is the 487K15 the right cylinder for those?
It is a commercial part built for Corbin Russwin mortise cylinder housings, so it will not fit residential deadbolt or handleset bodies. For those, the Medeco 1012040 is a 6-pin lazy motion rim cylinder for Kwikset single cylinder deadbolts, the 1075127 is a 5-pin rim type lazy motion single cylinder for handlesets and deadbolts, and the 1065140 is a 5-pin retrofit cylinder for Arrow JL interconnected locks and Emtek handleset and deadbolt outside cylinders.
13) What cylinder do I use for an Emtek opening instead of the Corbin Russwin 487K15?
The 487K15 is keyed to the Corbin Russwin 67B2 keyway and fits Corbin Russwin mortise housings, so it is not an Emtek part. Emtek offers the CY4 cylinder as a single replacement piece, and the Medeco 1065244 is a 5-pin rim lazy motion rim type cylinder supplied with an Emtek tailpiece.
14) For a key-in-deadbolt application, what is the closest alternative?
The 487K15 plug serves mortise cylinders only. For a deadbolt, the Kaba Ilco 1549 is a key-in-deadbolt cylinder, and the 1539 and 1599 series cylinders are also catalogued for deadbolt function. Those mount directly in the deadbolt body rather than in a threaded mortise cylinder shell.
15) What finishes does the 487K15 plug come in?
Two: 606 Satin Brass and 626 Satin Chrome. Pick the one matching the rest of the cylinder face and the door trim, since the plug face is what shows at the keyway.
16) Is this plug suitable for commercial door hardware or residential locks?
Commercial. It's a genuine Corbin Russwin cylinder part built to original-equipment tolerances for commercial mortise lock service work, typically office buildings, multi-tenant residential properties, retail and industrial facilities. Residential deadbolt and knob cylinders are a different animal, and for those the Kaba Ilco 1539 key-in-knob/lever universal cylinder or the 1549 key-in-deadbolt cylinder are the relevant parts.
17) Does the finish choice on the 487K15 line up with other cylinder options?
The 487K15 plug comes in 606 satin brass and 626 satin chrome, both standard commercial cylinder finishes that sit alongside typical Corbin Russwin trim. If a darker finish is wanted on an interchangeable core opening, the Schlage 20-057-C is a full size interchangeable core cylinder with a C keyway in 643E aged bronze.
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