PDQ I5308 SFIC Rim Cylinder Housing - US26D Satin Chrome (Less Core)

- Cylinders are acceptable for 6 pin or 7 pin Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC)

The PDQ I5308 SFIC Rim Cylinder is a professional-grade architectural housing designed to integrate Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC) technology into surface-mounted door hardware. Finished in US26D Satin Chrome, this heavy-duty cylinder is the primary interface for operating rim exit devices (panic bars), night latches, and high-security alarm bypasses. By providing a "less core" configuration, it offers a flexible infrastructure solution for facility managers who need to maintain existing master key systems or deploy new Best, Falcon, or Arrow compatible SFIC cores.

Engineered for durability and administrative speed, the I5308 allows for near-instantaneous re-keying. Rather than removing the entire lock from the door, security personnel can use a specialized control key to swap the internal core in seconds. This makes it an essential component for high-turnover environments such as university campuses, retail chains, and healthcare facilities where maintaining strict access control without the cost of a locksmith is a operational necessity.

SFIC Rim Function: Exit Device & Surface-Mount Integration

A Rim Cylinder serves as the external key entry point for hardware mounted to the interior face of the door. The PDQ I5308 provides the mechanical link required to actuate these devices securely.

• Panic Hardware Operation: This cylinder is the standard solution for unlatching Rim Panic Devices from the exterior. It ensures that emergency exits remain secure from the outside while allowing authorized entry via key.
• Universal SFIC Flexibility: The housing is meticulously machined to accept both 6-pin and 7-pin Small Format Interchangeable Cores. This adaptability allows for complex master keying or the use of restricted keyways without changing the exterior hardware.
• Non-Disruptive Security: The "Less Core" design allows for the housing to be installed during construction, while the actual security cores (the "teeth" of the system) are inserted only when the building is ready for occupancy.
• Positive Mechanical Link: The flat horizontal tailpiece is designed to be cut-to-size, providing a direct, slop-free connection to the interior lock body, ensuring that the key turn is crisp and responsive.

Technical Specifications

Engineered Solutions for Facility Access Control

The PDQ I5308 Rim Cylinder is designed to solve the logistical challenges of modern commercial security:

• Eliminate Professional Labor Costs: The SFIC format allows non-technical staff to perform re-keying in seconds using a control key. This eliminates the need for expensive locksmith call-outs every time a key is lost or an employee departs.
• Architectural Integrity: The Satin Chrome (US26D) finish is applied over a solid brass housing, ensuring the hardware resists the "pitting" and corrosion common on exterior-facing doors in coastal or high-humidity regions.
• Vandal-Resistant Mounting: The cylinder is secured from the interior side of the door using heavy-duty machine screws and a reinforced mounting plate. This prevents the cylinder from being pried or twisted off from the exterior.
• Standardized Sizing: The I5308 fits standard 1-1/4" bore holes, making it a universal retrofit solution for aging rim cylinders on almost any brand of commercial panic hardware or surface-mounted lock.
• Safety & Code Compliance: When paired with a Grade 1 exit device, this cylinder supports a reliable path of egress while maintaining the building’s perimeter security and fire-rating requirements.