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Medeco Medeco 2020053 - 6 Pin Cylinder for Schlage A Series, Orbit Only MED-2020053

Medeco 2020053 6-Pin Key-in-Knob/Lever Cylinder for Schlage A Series Orbit

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Medeco 2020053 6-Pin Key-in-Knob/Lever Cylinder for Schlage A Series Orbit

The Medeco 2020053 is a 6-pin Key-in-Knob/Lever retrofit cylinder engineered specifically for the Schlage A Series Orbit lockset. Constructed from durable machined brass components, this cylinder is designed to retrofit knob-type cylindrical locksets, lever-type cylindrical locksets, padlocks, and bored-type auxiliary deadlatches and deadlocks. Medeco M4 Key-in-Knob cylinders carry UL437 listing for drill and pick resistance along with utility patent-pending key control, delivering a high-security upgrade without requiring full lockset replacement. Certified to ANSI A156.30 Level A and ANSI A156.5 Grade 1, this cylinder meets rigorous standards for key control and heavy-use performance.

Key Features

  • 6-Pin Cylinder Configuration: Features a 6-pin tumbler design for enhanced security and key control in commercial cylindrical lockset applications.
  • Retrofit Compatibility: Designed to retrofit knob-type cylindrical locksets, lever-type cylindrical locksets, padlocks, and bored-type auxiliary deadlatches and deadlocks — specifically for the Schlage A Series Orbit.
  • UL437 Listed (M4): Medeco M4 cylinders are UL437 listed for drill and pick resistance, providing a certified high-security solution.
  • Patent-Pending Key Control: Utility patent-pending key control technology restricts unauthorized key duplication for enhanced access management.
  • Machined Brass Construction: Cylinders are constructed of durable machined brass components for long-lasting performance in demanding commercial environments.
  • Broad Retrofit Range: Medeco offers over 100 different cylinder designs and tailpiece configurations, enabling the largest retrofit capability in the industry and reducing the need for complete lockset replacement.
  • Multiple Finish Options: Available in 14 finishes including Bright Brass, Satin Brass, Antique Brass, Satin Brass Blackened, Bright Bronze, Satin Bronze, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Bright Nickel, Satin Nickel, Antique Nickel, Black, Dark Bronze, Bright Chrome, and Satin Chrome.

Certifications & Compliance

  • UL437 Listed for Drill and Pick Resistance (M4)
  • ANSI A156.30 Level A — Patent-Protected Key Control and Physical Strength (M4, M3)
  • ANSI A156.5 Grade 1 — Consistent Quality for Heavy-Use Applications (M4/M4 BiLevel, M3)

Technical Specifications

  • Product Family: Key-in-Knob/Lever Cylinder
  • Pinning: 6-Pin
  • Compatible Hardware: Schlage A Series, Orbit Only
  • Certification: UL 437 Listed; ANSI/BHMA A156.30 (M4); ANSI/BHMA A156.5 Grade 1 (M4)
  • Construction: Durable machined brass components
  • Warranty: 2-year manufacturer's warranty

Typical Applications

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

Why Medeco?

Medeco cylinders are engineered from durable machined brass components and certified to both ANSI A156.30 Level A and ANSI A156.5 Grade 1 standards, ensuring patent-protected key control and consistent performance under heavy commercial use. With UL437 listing for drill and pick resistance on M4 models, the Medeco 2020053 delivers a professional-grade security upgrade for Schlage A Series Orbit locksets without requiring a full hardware replacement — making it a trusted choice for security-conscious commercial installations.

Manufacturer Resources

Medeco Product Catalog

Product Specs

Product Group:
Parts and Accessories
Series:
2020053
Product Subgroup:
Cylinders
Product Type:
Key-in-Knob/Lever Cylinder
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Subcategory:
Cylinders
Cylinder Classification:
6Pin
Product Category:
Parts and Accessories
Department:
Door Hardware

Medeco 2020053T-26-DLT – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Medeco 2020053 cylinder fit any Schlage A Series knob, or only certain ones?
Only the Orbit knob design. The 2020053 is built as a retrofit cylinder for the Schlage A Series Orbit lockset specifically, not for other A Series knob styles. Medeco builds cylinders and tailpieces per lockset design, so if the knob on the door is an A Series but not an Orbit, you need a different Medeco part number for that design.
2) Can I upgrade to Medeco high security without replacing the whole Schlage knob lockset?
That is exactly what the 2020053 is for. It drops a 6-pin Medeco cylinder into the existing Schlage A Series Orbit knob, so the lockset, the door prep and the latch all stay as they are. Medeco publishes over 100 cylinder and tailpiece designs covering knob and lever cylindrical locksets, padlocks, and bored auxiliary deadlatches and deadlocks, which is how the retrofit is done without new hardware.
3) What is the difference between the Biaxial and M3 versions of the Medeco 2020053?
Those are the two key systems offered on the 2020053. Biaxial and M3 are separate Medeco keyways and key control platforms, so the choice comes down to which system your facility is already keyed on. Order the one that matches your existing Medeco masterkey system, since keys from one will not operate the other. The ANSI A156.30 Level A key control rating covers M3 and M4.
4) What does Pinned versus Sub-Assembled mean when ordering a Medeco cylinder?
It decides who does the keying. Pinned means the 2020053 arrives pinned to the key system you specify. Sub-Assembled ships uncombinated for a locksmith or an in-house shop to pin to an existing system, and Sub-Assembled No Slider is the same but supplied without the slider, which is how a Medeco dealer sets the elevation and rotation themselves. If you do not run your own key system, order Pinned.
5) Is the Medeco 2020053 rated for a high-traffic commercial opening?
It is certified to ANSI A156.5 Grade 1, the heavy-use commercial grade, and the body is machined brass. The cylinder itself is also UL437 listed on M4 for drill and pick resistance. Medeco lists it as a commercial product, and it turns up in office buildings, schools, hospitals, retail, government facilities, multi-tenant residential and warehouses.
6) Will a Medeco cylinder stop tenants from copying keys at the hardware store?
Medeco key control on this cylinder is backed by utility patent-pending key blank protection, which restricts unauthorized duplication, and the cylinder is certified to ANSI A156.30 Level A for patent-protected key control and physical strength. Blanks are not sold over the counter, so duplicates come through the key system of record. That is the main reason property managers spec these on tenant and common-area doors.
7) Can I get a Medeco 2020053 in a finish that matches my existing Schlage knobs?
Thirteen finish codes are offered: 605 bright brass, 606 satin brass, 609 antique brass, 611 bright bronze, 612 satin bronze, 613 dark bronze oil-rubbed, 618 bright nickel, 619 satin nickel, 20 antique nickel, 622 flat black, 624 dark bronze, 625 bright chrome and 626 satin chrome. Match the BHMA code stamped on or specified for your existing knobs; 626 satin chrome is the usual commercial standard.
8) Is a 6-pin Medeco cylinder the right choice, or should I be looking at a 5-pin?
The 2020053 is a 6-pin cylinder, which gives more chambers for masterkeying depth and more key differs than a 5-pin. If you are standardizing a building on one key system with multiple levels of masterkeying, the 6-pin is the one to spec. The pin count has to match the rest of the system, so a facility already running 5-pin Medeco should stay on 5-pin rather than mixing.
9) Can this same Medeco cylinder also go into a padlock or a deadlatch?
The family it belongs to covers knob-type cylindrical locksets, lever-type cylindrical locksets, padlocks, and bored-type auxiliary deadlatches and deadlocks, but each application takes its own cylinder and tailpiece part number. The 2020053 itself is the Schlage A Series Orbit version. For a padlock or a bored deadlatch on the same key system, order the Medeco cylinder built for that device and keep the same keyway, Biaxial or M3, so one key runs the lot.
10) Does the Medeco 2020053 come with a tailpiece for the Schlage knob?
The cylinder is supplied in the configuration that suits the Schlage A Series Orbit, and Medeco's retrofit range is built around matching cylinder and tailpiece designs to specific locksets. That pairing is why the part number is tied to one knob design rather than sold as a generic 6-pin cylinder. Confirm the knob on the door is an Orbit before you order, because the wrong knob design means the wrong tailpiece geometry.
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Does the Medeco 2020053T-26-DLT come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Medeco 2020053T-26-DLT is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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