Stanley / Best 1C7 -626, 7-pin Standard Core, Satin Chrome Finish

About this item

The Stanley Best 1C7-626 is a 7-pin Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC) from BEST Access Systems, finished in 626 Satin Chrome. The 1C7 is the standard 7-pin BEST SFIC core and is one of the most widely specified interchangeable cores in commercial, institutional, healthcare, government, and educational buildings running BEST key systems or any SFIC-compatible platform. American Locksets is an authorized BEST Access Systems dealer stocking the 1C7-626 in multiple keyways with same-day shipping and free shipping on all orders over $300.

BEST 1C7 7-Pin SFIC Core: What the Part Number Means

The part number structure identifies exactly what is being ordered. 1C is the BEST core family designator for the standard SFIC format. 7 indicates 7-pin configuration. The keyway code follows (for example, 1C7C for C keyway, 1C7A for A keyway). The finish suffix 626 identifies Satin Chrome. The SKU on this page is 1C7626, which is the base designator pending keyway specification in order.

The 7-pin configuration is recommended over 6-pin in master key systems because 7-pin architecture provides significantly more key change combinations, which directly expands the capacity of the master key system hierarchy. A 7-pin BEST SFIC system can accommodate a much larger facility-wide key system than a 6-pin system before key cut duplication or master key cross-pattern conflicts occur.

BEST 1C7 Specifications

• SKU: 1C7626

• Core Type: Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC)

• Pin Count: 7-pin

• Core Family: 1C Standard BEST SFIC Core

• Finish: 626 Satin Chrome

• Finish Options: 606 Satin Brass and 626 Satin Chrome standard

• Material: Brass alloy construction. Corrosion-resistant

• Certification: ANSI/BHMA A156.5 Series, Grade 1

• Compliance: BAA (Buy American Act) and TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant

• Core Chambers: Individually capped pin chambers reduce repinning labor

• Keying: Available uncombinated (no pins, no keys, ready to be keyed by a locksmith) or combinated (keyed, includes 1 change key and 1 control key)

• Cross-Compatibility: BEST 1C7 cores are cross-compatible with Falcon and Arrow SFIC products. BEST cores install in Falcon and Arrow lock housings and vice versa

Available Keyways for the 1C7 Core

The 1C7 is available in 23 keyways to match existing BEST key systems or to establish a new system. Available keyway codes include: A, B, C, D, DD, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, M, N, P, Q, R, SC, SD, TA, TB, TC, TD, TE. The C keyway (1C7C) and A keyway (1C7A) are the most commonly stocked. Specify the keyway in order. If you are adding cores to an existing BEST, Falcon, or Arrow key system, the keyway of the existing installed cores must match the keyway of the cores being added.

SFIC Cross-Compatibility: BEST, Falcon, Arrow

The BEST 1C7 installs directly in any lock housing that accepts a BEST-compatible SFIC core, including Falcon and Arrow SFIC-prepped housings. This physical interchangeability means a facility running BEST locks can use Falcon or Arrow cores in the same housing, and vice versa. For facilities with a mixed hardware inventory across these three brands, a single unified SFIC key system is possible using cores from any of the three manufacturers. If ordering 1C7 cores to add to an existing Falcon or Arrow master key system, provide the bitting list with the order.

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