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Medeco 12028006 Cylinder Plug for Maxum Deadbolt, Biaxial 6-Pin G3 Keyway Replacement Part

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Model: 12028006-06-G3

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Medeco 12028006 Cylinder Plug for Maxum Deadbolt, Biaxial 6-Pin G3 Keyway Replacement Part

The Medeco 12028006 Cylinder Plug is a precision-engineered replacement component designed for use with the Medeco Maxum Deadbolt (except Captive models), featuring Medeco's renowned Biaxial locking technology. This 6-Pin cylinder plug is fitted with the G3 keyway and is finished in Satin Brass, making it a direct-fit replacement for compatible Medeco Maxum lock cylinders. Engineered for commercial-grade security applications, this plug supports the high-security Biaxial pin tumbler system that sets Medeco apart in the mechanical lock industry.

Key Features

  • Biaxial Locking Technology: Features Medeco's Biaxial pin tumbler system, which requires both the correct height and rotational angle of each pin for operation, providing enhanced pick and manipulation resistance.
  • 6-Pin Configuration: Six-pin cylinder design delivers a high number of key combinations, supporting robust key control and security management for commercial installations.
  • G3 Keyway: Factory-fitted with the G3 keyway for compatibility with Medeco G3 key blanks and systems, ensuring proper key interchange within authorized Medeco key systems.
  • Maxum Deadbolt Compatibility: Designed specifically for the Medeco Maxum Deadbolt series (except Captive models), providing a direct OEM-quality replacement plug for maintenance and re-keying applications.
  • Satin Brass Finish: Finished in Satin Brass to match standard Medeco Maxum Deadbolt hardware for a seamless, professional appearance upon installation.
  • Commercial-Grade Replacement Part: Classified as a commercial replacement part within the Medeco parts and accessories catalog, suitable for locksmiths, security professionals, and facility maintenance teams.
  • OEM Medeco Component: Genuine Medeco part sourced from the manufacturer's tools, parts, and accessories program, ensuring fit and performance consistent with original factory specifications.

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: Cylinder Plug
  • Parts and Accessories Type: Replacement Parts
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Product Model: 12028006-06-G3
  • Features: Medeco Tools, Parts and Accessories

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings Requiring High-Security Lock Maintenance
  • Educational Facilities with Medeco Maxum Deadbolt Installations
  • Healthcare Institutions Maintaining Medeco Key Control Systems
  • Government and Municipal Buildings with Restricted Keyway Programs
  • Retail Establishments Servicing Medeco Deadbolt Hardware
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties with Commercial-Grade Locking Systems
  • Professional Locksmith and Security Service Operations

Why Medeco 12028006?

Medeco's Biaxial cylinder plug technology delivers industry-recognized high-security performance through its dual-axis pin rotation mechanism, requiring precise key cuts in both elevation and angle for successful operation. As a genuine OEM replacement part for the Maxum Deadbolt series, the 12028006 plug ensures continued performance and key system integrity for commercial security applications where dependable access control is essential.

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:
Cylinder Plug
Parts and Accessories Type:
Replacement Parts
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
12028006-06-G3
Features:
Medeco Tools, Parts and Accessories

Medeco 12028006-06-G3 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Does this Medeco plug work with my existing Biaxial keys and key system?
The 12028006 plug is a 6-pin Biaxial plug factory-fitted with the G3 keyway, so it takes Medeco G3 key blanks and drops into an existing Medeco G3 Biaxial key system. If your building runs a different Medeco keyway or an original (non-Biaxial) system, this plug will not key into it.
2) Is a cylinder plug the same thing as a complete Medeco cylinder?
No. The 12028006 is the plug alone, the rotating core that carries the pins and keyway. It does not include the cylinder shell, springs, cam or housing. Order it when you are rebuilding or re-keying an existing Maxum cylinder to G3; if you need the whole cylinder assembly, order a complete Maxum cylinder instead.
3) Is the Corbin Russwin 253K66 rim cylinder plug an equivalent to the Medeco 12028006 Maxum plug?
No. The Medeco 12028006 is a Biaxial 6-pin plug with the G3 keyway made for the Medeco Maxum Deadbolt (except Captive models), so it only works inside a Medeco Maxum cylinder and a Medeco G3 key system. The Corbin Russwin 253K66 is a plug for the 3000 Series rim cylinder, a different housing and a different keyway family. If the lock in the door is a Maxum deadbolt, the 12028006 is the plug that fits; the 253K66 belongs in a Corbin Russwin 3000 rim cylinder.
4) Why does the Biaxial plug matter for a high-security key control program?
Biaxial pins have to be cut to the correct depth and the correct rotational angle, so the key is far harder to pick or duplicate off the shelf than a standard pin tumbler. Combined with the six-pin stack, that gives the key combinations and pick resistance facilities running restricted keyway programs (government, healthcare, education) buy Medeco for in the first place.
5) Do I need a Medeco dealer authorization to key this plug?
Practically, yes. G3 is a Medeco keyway used inside authorized Medeco key systems, and Biaxial pinning needs the angled cuts only a Medeco-authorized keying setup produces. Order it when you already work within that key system; it is not a plug you can pin with generic bottom pins and a standard key machine.
6) We standardize on Grade 1 hardware - how does the Medeco 12028006 compare to Corbin Russwin Grade 1 cylinder plugs?
The Medeco 12028006 is a commercial replacement plug for the Maxum Deadbolt with Biaxial pinning, which requires each pin to be at the correct height and rotational angle, plus a 6-pin G3 keyway for restricted key control. Corbin Russwin's comparable plug-only parts, the 121K11-D2 and 121K11-L4, are stated as Grade 1 1000 Series mortise cylinder plugs. The decision is driven by which cylinder body is in the door and which key system the facility already runs, since plugs are not interchangeable across these lines.
7) What is the difference between a cylinder plug like the Medeco 12028006 and a cylinder plug retainer?
The plug is the rotating core that carries the pins and accepts the key - the Medeco 12028006 is a 6-pin Biaxial plug fitted with the G3 keyway. A retainer, such as the Corbin Russwin 219F88-8 cylinder plug retainer, is the small part that holds a plug in its housing; it has no pins or keyway and cannot replace a plug. If your key turns but the cylinder is worn or you are changing keyway, you need a plug. If the plug is loose or pulling out, you need the retainer.
8) Can I order the Medeco 12028006 in a keyway other than G3, or do I need a different part?
The Medeco 12028006 is factory-fitted with the G3 keyway in Satin Brass (606), so it serves Medeco G3 key systems only; a different Medeco keyway is a different plug part number. In the Corbin Russwin 1000 Series mortise line the same idea applies - 121K11-D2 and 121K11-L4 are separate part numbers for separate keyway sections. Confirm the keyway stamped on your existing system before ordering any plug.
9) What finish does the Medeco 12028006 Maxum cylinder plug come in?
One finish only: 606 Satin Brass, which matches standard Maxum deadbolt cylinder hardware. There is no chrome or bronze option on this part number, so if the deadbolt on the door is a different finish the plug will not visually match at the keyway face.
10) Is the Medeco 12028006 plug rated for commercial traffic or is it a residential part?
It is catalogued and built as a commercial replacement part, intended for locksmiths, security integrators and facility maintenance teams servicing Maxum deadbolts in offices, schools, hospitals and multi-tenant buildings.
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Does the Medeco 12028006-06-G3 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Medeco 12028006-06-G3 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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