Ilco 7075 Rim Cylinder - 1-1/8" Length Solid Brass Schlage C Keyway

The Ilco 7075 Rim Cylinder is a professional-grade, high-security architectural component designed for surface-mounted commercial door hardware. Machined from solid brass bar stock, this 1-1/8" cylinder is engineered to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications, ensuring a precision fit with the industry's leading exit devices and rim deadbolts. Featuring the ubiquitous Schlage C Keyway, it serves as a foundational security solution for facility managers who need to maintain existing master key systems while upgrading the physical integrity of their door openings.

As a versatile retrofit solution, the Ilco 7075 is uniquely equipped to handle various mechanical requirements. It arrives with a rigid tailpiece pre-installed for standard operation and includes a lazy action tailpiece in the box, specifically for use with specialized rim deadlocks. The screw cap design allows for effortless field servicing and re-pinning, making it a favorite for maintenance teams in schools, hospitals, and retail centers. Whether you are installing new panic hardware or replacing a worn-out unit, this cylinder provides the structural durability and keying flexibility required for heavy-duty commercial use.

Rim Cylinder Function & Tailpiece Versatility

A Rim Cylinder acts as the external interface for hardware mounted to the interior face of the door. The Ilco 7075 provides the mechanical link required to actuate these devices securely:

• Panic Hardware Operation: This cylinder is the standard solution for unlatching Rim Exit Devices from the exterior. It ensures emergency exits remain secure from the outside while allowing authorized entry via key.
• Rigid vs. Lazy Action: The Rigid Tailpiece (pre-installed) is used for exit devices where the tailpiece must turn precisely with the key. The included Lazy Action Tailpiece is required for rim deadbolts, allowing the key to be removed while the bolt remains thrown.
• Horizontal or Vertical Orientation: The tailpiece can be timed during installation to sit horizontally or vertically, ensuring compatibility with brands like Von Duprin, Sargent, and Yale.
  
• Screw Cap Design: Unlike "crimped" cylinders, the Ilco 7075 uses a threaded cap to retain the internal plug. This allows a locksmith to quickly disassemble the cylinder for re-pinning or to swap the tailpiece without specialized tools.
  

Technical Specifications

Engineered Solutions for Facility Access Control

The Ilco 7075 is designed to solve the logistical and mechanical challenges of modern commercial security:

• Seamless Keying Integration: Because it uses the Schlage C keyway, this cylinder can be integrated into the most widely used commercial key systems in North America. This allows for a "one-key" solution across multiple door types, reducing key ring clutter for staff.
• Adaptability for Various Door Thicknesses: The included break-off screws and long tailpiece allow a single cylinder to be used on doors ranging from 1-3/8" to 2-1/4" thick. Maintenance teams can simply snap the screws to the required length on-site.
  
• Corrosion-Resistant Performance: The solid brass construction is the gold standard for exterior-facing doors. It resists the "pitting" and internal seizing common in coastal or high-humidity regions, outperforming cheaper die-cast alternatives.
• Scalable Security Levels: While furnished as a 5-pin system, the cylinder is drilled for 6-pins. This allows a facility to start with basic security and upgrade to a more complex, pick-resistant 6-pin master key system later without replacing the hardware.
  
• Architectural Consistency: Available in Satin Chrome (26D) and Dark Bronze (46), the 7075 ensures that high-security upgrades match the existing aesthetic of aluminum storefronts or modern office interiors.