What is the best commercial mortise lock?

The Schlage L9000 is the most widely specified. The Sargent 8200 has the highest cycle count at 14M+. The Corbin Russwin ML2000 is heavily specified on government projects. All are ANSI/BHMA Grade 1.

What is the difference between Grade 1 and Grade 2 locks?

Grade 1 locks are tested to 1,000,000+ cycles with higher impact resistance. Grade 2 are rated for 250,000 cycles. Grade 1 is standard for commercial exterior doors and high-traffic areas.

What is the best door lock for school classrooms?

The Schlage ND78 classroom security lock allows locking from inside without opening the door, meets ADA requirements, and maintains fire egress compliance.

What is the difference between Schlage ND and ALX?

ND is Grade 1 with 1M+ cycles and electrified options. ALX is Grade 2 with 250K cycles and modular chassis at lower cost. They share the same lever designs.

What is the most common commercial door closer?

The LCN 4040XP is the most widely specified surface-mounted commercial door closer in the US, covering sizes 1-6 and all three mounting types.

What locks are used in hospitals?

Grade 1 mortise locks on high-traffic doors, cylindrical locks on patient rooms, electronic access with audit trails on pharmacy and restricted areas.

How much cheaper is wholesale vs retail door hardware?

Wholesale pricing on commercial door hardware is typically 20-40% below manufacturer list price. Project quotes for large orders can be even lower.

Command Access Technologies ML170EUCH 24V EU - Classroom

Kaba Ilco

SKU: 7205SC1-03-KA2

Kaba Ilco 7205SC1-03-KA2 1-1/4 Mortise Cylinder 5-Pin Drilled 7 Schlage C Keyway Standard 863G Cam Keyed Alike in Pairs Bright Brass

MSRP:

$20.55

$16.00

46 in stock

Kaba Ilco

SKU: 7161TK2-26D

Kaba Ilco 7161TK2-26D 1 Turn Knob Mortise Cylinder Adams Rite 863A Cam Satin Chrome

MSRP:

$20.25

$16.00

1000 in stock

Dexter

SKU: DCH4000-STD-FULL DS AL

Dexter DCH4000-STD-FULL DS AL Grade 1 Surface Closer Parallel Arm Mounting Parallel Arm Dead Stop Adjustable Backcheck Full Cover Size 1 to 6 Aluminum Painted Finish Non-Handed

MSRP:

$431.00

$182.00

4 in stock

Dexter

SKU: DCM1000-STD-FULL-RW/PA AL

Dexter DCM1000-STD-FULL-RW/PA AL Grade 1 Surface Closer Tri Mount Regular Parallel or Top Jamb Mounted Regular Arm Adjustable Backcheck Full Cover Size 1 to 6 Aluminum Painted Finish Non-Handed

MSRP:

$228.00

$96.00

115 in stock

SDC EH4024120A Magnetic Door Holder and Releasing Device Floor Mount Single 24VAC/DC/120VAC Aluminum Painted EH4024120A — Quick view

SDC

SKU: EH4024120A

MSRP:

$362.00

$305.00

Command Access Technologies ML170EUCH 24V EU - Classroom Function 24V Chassis Only Command Retrofit Kit For Schlage L9000 Series