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Medeco CT-Y46 Cylinder Tailpiece for Russwin Locks
The Medeco CT-Y46 is a precision-engineered cylinder tailpiece designed specifically for compatibility with Russwin locking systems. As a genuine Medeco replacement part, the CT-Y46 ensures proper cylinder-to-lock body engagement, maintaining the mechanical integrity and security performance of your existing Russwin hardware installation. Ideal for commercial-grade applications where reliable cylinder operation is essential.
Key Features
- Precise Russwin Compatibility: Engineered specifically for use with Russwin lock cylinders, ensuring correct fit and reliable mechanical engagement.
- Genuine Medeco Component: Manufactured as an authentic Medeco part and accessory, maintaining the quality and security standards of your existing Medeco or Russwin hardware.
- Commercial-Grade Construction: Built to the performance standards required for commercial mechanical lock applications, supporting long-term durability in demanding environments.
- Direct Replacement Part: Designed as a drop-in replacement tailpiece, simplifying serviceability and reducing downtime during cylinder maintenance or replacement.
- Cylinder Tailpiece Function: Transfers rotational motion from the cylinder plug to the lock mechanism, serving as a critical functional interface component within the lock body.
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 Tailpiece
- Parts and Accessories Type: Replacement Parts
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Product Model: CT-Y46
- Features: Medeco Tools, Parts and Accessories
Typical Applications
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- Government and Municipal Buildings
- Retail Establishments
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
Why Medeco CT-Y46?
Medeco is recognized in the commercial door hardware industry for producing precision components that meet the rigorous demands of professional-grade security installations. The CT-Y46 cylinder tailpiece reflects that commitment to accuracy and fit, ensuring that Russwin lock systems continue to operate as intended after servicing. When maintaining commercial mechanical locks, using a genuine Medeco replacement part helps preserve the mechanical reliability and security performance of the overall system.
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 Tailpiece
- Parts and Accessories Type:
- Replacement Parts
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Product Model:
- CT-Y46
- Features:
- Medeco Tools, Parts and Accessories
Medeco CT-Y46 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) I manage a building standardized on Medeco keys. Can I keep the Russwin locks and just change cylinders?
That is exactly the application. Medeco cylinders can go into Russwin lock bodies, and the CT-Y46 is the interface piece that makes the swap function correctly, keeping the key system on Medeco while the existing Russwin door hardware stays in place. Order one tailpiece per cylinder you are converting.
2) What does the Medeco CT-Y46 tailpiece actually do in a lock?
The CT-Y46 is the cylinder tailpiece, the flat bar that runs off the back of the cylinder plug and carries the turning motion into the lock mechanism. Turn the key, the plug rotates, the tailpiece drives the retractor or cam inside the lock body. If a cylinder turns freely with the key but nothing happens at the latch, a sheared or wrong-length tailpiece is the usual reason.
3) Do I get a tailpiece with a Medeco cylinder, or do I have to order it separately?
Tailpieces are ordered as a separate part. The CT-Y46 is catalogued as a replacement part, so when you are rekeying or swapping a Medeco cylinder into Russwin hardware, add the correct tailpiece to the order along with the cylinder. Reusing the old one is fine if it is straight and undamaged, but a bent or worn tailpiece will bind on the retractor.
4) Will the CT-Y46 drop into an existing Russwin lock without modifying the hardware?
It is made as a drop-in replacement tailpiece for Russwin lock systems, so servicing a cylinder does not mean pulling the lock body apart or drilling the door. Pull the cylinder, fit the tailpiece, reinstall. That is the point of buying the matched part rather than trying to adapt a generic bar.
5) Is the CT-Y46 tailpiece a commercial part or for residential locks?
Commercial. It is specified for commercial mechanical lock applications, which is where Russwin cylinder hardware is typically found: office buildings, schools, hospitals, government facilities, retail, warehouses and multi-tenant residential properties. For a home deadbolt you would be looking at a residential-grade cylinder kit instead.
How fast can I get the Medeco CT-Y46 delivered?
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Does the Medeco CT-Y46 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Medeco CT-Y46 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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