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Corbin Russwin 488K85 7-Pin X Class Plug for 3000-7 Rim Cylinder with BL Keyway

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Corbin Russwin 488K85 7-Pin X Class Plug for 3000-7 Rim Cylinder with BL Keyway

The Corbin Russwin 488K85 is a 7-Pin Individual X Class Plug engineered as a precision replacement component for the Corbin Russwin 3000-7 Rim Cylinder. Featuring the BL keyway and a Satin Brass finish, this cylinder plug is designed for commercial-grade mechanical lock applications where accurate keying and reliable cylinder performance are essential. As a genuine Corbin Russwin cylinder part, it delivers the exact tolerances and key control characteristics required for professional-grade door hardware installations.

Key Features

  • 7-Pin Configuration: Individual X Class plug with 7-pin tumbler design provides enhanced key control and security for commercial locking applications.
  • 3000-7 Rim Cylinder Compatibility: Engineered specifically for the Corbin Russwin 3000-7 Rim Cylinder, ensuring precise fit and reliable operation as a direct replacement component.
  • BL Keyway: BL keyway specification delivers controlled key interchange and compatibility within the Corbin Russwin keying system.
  • Satin Brass Finish: Satin Brass finish provides a professional appearance and corrosion resistance suited for commercial door hardware environments.
  • X Class Plug Design: Individual X Class plug classification supports specific key control and master keying requirements within compatible Corbin Russwin cylinder systems.
  • Genuine Corbin Russwin Cylinder Part: Manufactured to OEM specifications, ensuring accurate interchangeability and consistent performance within existing Corbin Russwin hardware systems.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Built to the standards of Corbin Russwin's commercial cylinder parts line for demanding, high-use door hardware applications.

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: 488K85 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 488K85?

Corbin Russwin cylinder parts are manufactured to exacting OEM tolerances, making the 488K85 a dependable replacement plug for the 3000-7 Rim Cylinder in commercial environments. The 7-pin X Class configuration and BL keyway designation reflect Corbin Russwin's commitment to precise key control and security performance, ensuring that replacement components integrate seamlessly with existing hardware installations without compromise.

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:
488K85 BL
Features:
Corbin Russwin Cylinder Parts

Corbin Russwin 488K85 BL 626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will a 488K85 BL plug work in my existing Corbin Russwin rim cylinder if my system uses a different keyway?
No. The plug is cut for the BL keyway, so it only accepts BL-section keys. Dropping it into a system keyed to another Corbin Russwin section means your existing keys won't enter. Match the keyway letter on your current plug before ordering.
2) I manage a building keyed to a Corbin Russwin master system. Can a locksmith key this plug into it?
Yes, that's what it's for. The Individual X Class 7-pin plug in the BL keyway is intended for master keying and key control work within compatible Corbin Russwin cylinder systems, so a locksmith can pin it to your existing master and change key schedule. It ships as a replacement part, not a keyed-and-cut assembly.
3) If I need a complete rim cylinder rather than just a replacement plug, what should I order instead of the Corbin Russwin 488K85?
The 488K85 is a 7-pin X Class plug sold as a replacement part for the Corbin Russwin 3000-7 rim cylinder, so it is only useful if you already have the cylinder shell and are rebuilding or rekeying it. If you need a whole rim cylinder to hang on a rim exit device, the Schlage 20-021 is a 6-pin rim cylinder supplied with a vertical tailpiece cam and two keys, and the Schlage 20-022 is the same rim cylinder with a horizontal tailpiece cam. Choose the cam orientation the exit device chassis calls for.
4) We want a keying system where we can swap cores without pulling the cylinder. What is the alternative to a 488K85 plug?
The 488K85 plug is a fixed-plug component: rekeying it means disassembling the 3000-7 rim cylinder and repinning. An interchangeable core approach changes that workflow. The Schlage 20-057 is a 6-pin full size interchangeable core rim cylinder with a convertible tailpiece cam, and the 20-057-C is a full size interchangeable core in the Schlage C keyway, finished 643E Aged Bronze. On the BEST side, the 1CB is a Peaks 150 series interchangeable core and the 1CDF is a drill resistant patented 7-pin brass interchangeable core in the 150 series. With any of these, a control key pulls the core and a new core drops in.
5) What finishes does the Corbin Russwin 488K85 plug come in?
Two: 606 Satin Brass and 626 Satin Chrome. Pick the one that matches the ring and housing on the door so the rebuilt cylinder doesn't read as mismatched against the rest of the exit device trim.
6) If I'd rather swap the whole cylinder than repin a plug, what interchangeable-core options are there?
Going to an interchangeable core changes the maintenance model: you swap cores with a control key instead of rebuilding a plug. ZenSupply carries BEST 1CB 150 Series interchangeable core cylinders and the BEST 1CDF drill-resistant patented 7-pin brass 150 Series core, plus Schlage 20-057 FSIC rim cylinders with a convertible tailpiece cam. Those are different keying systems, so an entire opening group would need to move together rather than one door at a time.
7) For an aluminum storefront with an Adams Rite deadlock, would the 488K85 work?
The 488K85 belongs to the Corbin Russwin 3000-7 rim cylinder and is not an Adams Rite storefront part. For MS1847 deadlock and deadlatch systems, the Adams Rite 4024 cylinder pull mounts with a trim plate and the 4025 is a five pin tumbler cylinder pull using through-screws. On a wood door, the 4026 five pin tumbler cylinder pull is designed for the Adams Rite 5017 wood door deadlock and deadlatch.
8) Is a BEST 1C5 core a substitute for the Corbin Russwin 488K85?
No. The 1C5 is a BEST standard 5-pin cylinder core, a complete keyed core for the BEST small format interchangeable core system. The 488K85 is a 7-pin X Class plug that goes inside a Corbin Russwin 3000-7 rim cylinder housing. The two sit in different housings and belong to different keying systems, so one does not drop into the other. If your openings are on Corbin Russwin keys, stay with the 488K85 plug; if you are standardizing on BEST cores, you would be replacing the cylinder housings as well.
9) I need a mortise cylinder, not a rim plug. What is comparable?
The 488K85 plug is matched to the Corbin Russwin 3000-7 rim cylinder, which mounts through the door and drives a rim device tailpiece. A mortise cylinder threads into a mortise lock body instead. 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 five-pin mortise cylinder rated Grade 1 with a 1/2 inch minimum door thickness. Confirm the cylinder length your mortise case requires before ordering.
10) What should I use for a rim cylinder on a residential handleset or deadbolt instead of the 488K85?
The 488K85 is a commercial cylinder part built for the Corbin Russwin 3000-7 rim cylinder. For handleset and deadbolt retrofits, Medeco offers rim type lazy motion cylinders: the 1075127 is a 5-pin rim type lazy motion single cylinder for handlesets and deadbolts, the 1012040 is a 6-pin lazy motion rim cylinder for Kwikset single cylinder deadbolts, and the 1065244 is a 5-pin rim lazy motion cylinder supplied with an Emtek tailpiece. Pick by the lock brand you are retrofitting, since the tailpiece differs.
11) Can I use the 488K85 to rekey a key-in-lever or key-in-knob lock?
No. The 488K85 plug is engineered for the Corbin Russwin 3000-7 rim cylinder, which is a different body from a knob or lever cylinder. For key-in-knob and key-in-lever work, the Kaba Ilco 1539 is a universal key-in-knob and lever cylinder, the 1579 is a knob and lever cylinder for Sargent, the 1599 is a key-in-knob replacement cylinder, and the Falcon A23161-05 G is a key-in-lever cylinder in the RU/T series 6-pin G keyway, keyed different with two cut keys.
12) Is the 488K85 suitable for a high-traffic commercial opening or is it residential-grade?
Commercial. It's catalogued for commercial mechanical lock service, and typical uses include offices, schools, healthcare, government buildings, multi-tenant residential and retail, where cylinder rebuilds happen often and key control matters.
13) Do I get keys with the 488K85?
Treat it as a bare replacement plug in the BL keyway, to be pinned and keyed by whoever services your system. If you need a cylinder that arrives cut and keyed, a factory-keyed unit like the Schlage 20-021 rim cylinder ships with two keys.
14) The opening has no live cylinder, just a blank one for appearance. Is the 488K85 what I need?
No. The 488K85 is a keyed 7-pin plug that carries the pin tumblers and the BL keyway, so it is for an opening that is actually keyed. Where the cylinder is only filling a hole, the BEST 12E series dummy rim cylinder with a 1-5/32 inch diameter serves that purpose without any keying.
15) Does the 488K85 finish choice line up with other cylinder options?
The 488K85 plug comes in 606 Satin Brass and 626 Satin Chrome, the two finishes most commonly specified on commercial cylinder hardware. If your spec calls for a darker cylinder face, the Schlage 20-057-C full size interchangeable core is offered in 643E Aged Bronze. Note that a plug face is a small visible element once installed in the rim cylinder, so matching the cylinder ring and rose finish usually matters more than the plug alone.
How fast can I get the Corbin Russwin 488K85 BL 626 delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Corbin Russwin 488K85 BL 626 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Corbin Russwin 488K85 BL 626 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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