Meet the Hillman KeyKrafter House/Office Universal Key Blank 70 DE6, DE5, HR1, MD17 — a single-sided brass key blank crafted for reliable, everyday use in the most common house and office locks. This universal blank is designed to slot into the Hillman KeyKrafter system with Key Krafter Number 70 and accommodates the traditional EZ profiles DE6, DE5, HR1, and MD17. Each package contains one ready-to-cut key blank, offering a practical solution for spare keys and on-demand rekeying needs.
Key features and what makes it stand out
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Brass construction for durable, wear-resistant cuts that stand up to daily use.
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Single-sided design compatible with standard house/office keyways, simplifying duplication.
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Key Krafter Number 70 aligned with Hillman’s KeyKrafter system for precise compatibility.
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Traditional EZ numbers DE6, DE5, HR1, MD17 indicate broad compatibility with common lock profiles.
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One key blank per package for convenient stocking and on-demand replacements.
Ideal use cases
- Spare key for home doors, apartments, or small offices — ready when you need it.
- Replacement key for lost or damaged house or office keys, minimizing downtime.
- Stock for locksmith professionals who service a mix of DE6/DE5/HR1/MD17 profiles.
- Backup key option for property managers overseeing multiple doors and units.
How to use and care
Have the blank cut by a trained locksmith or use appropriate cutting equipment to match the existing key profile. The brass blank provides reliable wear resistance, ensuring stable performance through repeated use. Store in a dry place to prevent tarnish and handle with care to avoid burrs during the cutting process.
Why this matters in a crowded key market
This Hillman KeyKrafter 70 blank is engineered to fit the KeyKrafter family precisely, delivering cleaner cuts, better alignment, and dependable operation across doors that rely on DE6, DE5, HR1, or MD17 profiles. Ideal for homeowners, office managers, and professionals who value accuracy, durability, and fast turnaround when duplicating keys.