Sargent 8246 Dormitory or Exit Mortise Lever Lock. The Strongest Lock Around.
When it comes to strength and durability, SARGENT continues to set standards with the 8200 Mortise lock. The 8200 far surpasses ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000 Grade 1 standards, making it the strongest and most durable mortise lock in the industry. SARGENT Mortise Locks are designed and constructed with high quality components to provide maximum security, performance and durability.
Sargent 8246 Dormitory or Exit Mortise Lever:
Key from either side retracts and projects deadbolt
Key from either side retracts both latchbolt and deadbolt, trim outside remains locked
Trim outside is locked by toggle or projecting deadbolt
Trim outside is unlocked by toggle only
Trim inside (when deadbolt is projected) retracts both latchbolt and deadbolt simultaneously and the outside trim remains locked
Maxiumum Flexibility
- Aesthetic design. Many escutcheon and lever styles available to match a wide range of styles
- available with push/pull trim, perfect for hospital applications
Finishes: 26D, 03, 04, 26, 10, 10B.
Strength & Security
- Far Exceeds ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000 Grade 1 and Security Grade 1. Meets various higher security detention standards such as ASTM impact for deadbolt x latchbolt (Level 1) and latchbolt(Level 3) components
- Exceeds cycle testing requirements by 14 times the ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Grade 1 Standard
- Heavy duty wrought steel hubs and high carbon steel spring cartridge provide superior strength and cycle life
- Latchbolt is stainless steel with 3/4" projection one piece anti-friction reversibile latch
- Through-bolted lever trim for increased security
- Torx® and spanner screws
- Security key systems available (Signature, Keso, KesoF1, and XC)
Certification Compliance
- ANSI/BHMA certified
- Meets A117.1 Accessibility Code
- UL and UL listed to Canadian safety standards Note: Any retrofit or other field modification to a fire rated opening can potentially impact the fire rating of the opening, and Sargent Manufacturing Company makes no representations or warranties concerning what such impact may be in any specific situation. When retrofitting any portion of an existing fire rated opening, or specifying and installing a new fire-rated opening, please consult with a code specialist or local code official (Authority Having Jurisdiction) to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and ratings.
- Meets positive pressure requirements UL 10C and UBC 7-2 (1997)
- California State Reference Code
Multi-Functionality
- Complete line of lockbodies offering 58 functions, 4 electrical functions
- 8 functions accomplished with one lockbody
- Functions easily changed without opening the lockcase
- Versatile. Offered for door thickness ranging from 1-3/5" (35mm) to 6" (152mm)
Easy to Install
- Easy operation. Only 30º of lever rotation required to retract latchbolt
- Lever springs contained inside of the lock case
- Pre-assembled components make installation fool-proof Installation time — reduced by up to 40%
- Lock is easily re-handed without removing parts or opening case