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Accentra 8822FL Grade 1 Dormitory Mortise Lock, Virginia Lever

Accentra 8822FL Grade 1 Dormitory Mortise Lock with Virginia Lever

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Model: VIR-8822FL-626
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Accentra 8822FL Grade 1 Dormitory Mortise Lock with Virginia Lever

Heavy-Duty Commercial Mortise Lock Solution

The Accentra 8822FL Grade 1 Dormitory Mortise Lock delivers professional-grade security with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification and heavy-duty vandal-resistant trim. This commercial mortise lock features a 2-3/4" backset, accommodates door thickness from 1-3/4" to 3-1/4", and includes field reversible handing for versatile installation. The reinforced stainless steel deadbolt and UL/cUL listing for 3-hour fire rated doors ensure reliable performance in demanding commercial applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Functions available for any industrial or commercial application
  • Field adjustable handing
  • Available in a variety of attractive trims and finishes
  • Status indicator options available to provide peace of mind on the locked/unlocked status of a door
  • Lever attached directly to escutcheon trim for added security (Specific to 8800 SL version)
  • Thrubolted security head screws offer added protection (Specific to 8800 SL version)
  • UL/cUL listed for 3-hour fire rated doors
  • Heavy-duty escutcheon trim for resistance against damage and vandalism
  • 10-year mechanical warranty
  • Certified ANSI/BHMA A156.13, Series 1000, Operational Grade 1 (8800FL with CN escutcheon & SL8800 meet Security Grade 1).

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness from 1-3/4" to 3-1/4", 2-3/4" backset, and handing as applicable to this mortise lock.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces for proper mortise lock installation.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing mortise cavity as specified in manufacturer instructions for the 8800 Series.
  4. Install all mounting hardware and secure the mortise lock to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications using provided curved lip strike.
  5. Adjust operational components including field reversible latchbolt and lever handing for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
  6. Test device operation to verify proper dormitory function, deadbolt operation, and anti-panic features. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Educational Facilities and Dormitories
  • Healthcare Institution Patient Rooms
  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Hospitality and Hotel Applications

Why Choose Accentra Quality?

Accentra 8800 Series mortise locks deliver professional-grade reliability with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification and heavy-duty vandal-resistant construction rated for demanding commercial applications. The 10-year mechanical warranty provides long-term protection and confidence. Engineered with reinforced stainless steel deadbolt and UL/cUL fire rating compliance, these locks ensure dependable performance where security and durability are essential.

Manufacturer Resources

8800 Series Mortise Locks

Product Specs

Series:
8800 Series
Subcategory:
Lever Locksets
Keyed Function:
Single Cylinder
Grade:
Grade 1
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Mortise Locks and Trim
Product Type:
Mortise Locks
Keyed:
Yes
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Handle Type:
Lever
Lock Function:
Dormitory
Product Attribute:
Mortise Locks
Electronic:
No
Product Model:
8822
Collection:
8800 Series
Product Function:
Dormitory
Lever Design Name:
Virginia Lever
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Department:
Door Hardware

Accentra VIR-8822FL-626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What does the dormitory function on the Accentra 8822FL actually do at the door?
Dormitory function means the lever retracts the latch and the deadbolt is thrown by key from outside or by turn unit from inside, so an occupant can secure the room and still get out with one motion. The 8822FL is a keyed single cylinder lock, so there's one cylinder on the outside only. It's the standard setup for student rooms, patient rooms and multi-tenant corridors.
2) Will the 8822FL mortise lock fit a 1-3/4 inch commercial door?
Yes. The 8800 Series mortise body covers door thicknesses from 1-3/4 inches up to 3-1/4 inches, so a standard 1-3/4 inch hollow metal or wood door is the bottom of its range and thick custom or exterior doors are covered too. Backset is 2-3/4 inches, the usual commercial mortise backset.
3) Do I have to order the Accentra 8822FL handed, or can it be reversed in the field?
No handing to specify. Both the latchbolt and the lever are field reversible on the 8822FL, so one lock covers left and right hand openings. Useful if you're stocking spares for a building with doors swinging both ways.
4) Can I use this Accentra dormitory lock on a fire rated door?
Yes, the 8800 Series mortise lock is UL/cUL listed for 3-hour fire rated doors, which covers stairwell and corridor openings in dorms, hospitals and hotels. It's also certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.13, Series 1000, Operational Grade 1.
5) Should I order the 8822FL with an escutcheon or a rose?
Two trim choices: CN escutcheon or R rose. The escutcheon is the heavy-duty vandal-resistant plate and is the one to pick for dorms, schools and any high-abuse opening; with the CN escutcheon the 8800FL also meets Security Grade 1, not just Operational Grade 1. Rose trim is the cleaner look for offices and lighter traffic. Both come with the Virginia lever in 626 satin chrome.
6) I key my building to my own system. Can I buy the 8822FL without a cylinder?
Yes. Order it Less Cylinder and drop in your own mortise cylinder, which is what most locksmiths and facilities with an existing keyway do. If you don't have a system to match, it's also offered with a conventional cylinder in the PARA-E1R keyway. It's a single cylinder lock, so you need one cylinder per door.
7) What is the closest cross-brand equivalent to the Accentra 8822FL dormitory mortise lock?
The Sargent 7925 is the nearest match from another brand. It is a Grade 1 heavy duty mortise lock in the 7900 Series with a corridor/dormitory function, rose trim and a single cylinder deadbolt. The Accentra 8822FL is also a Grade 1 dormitory function mortise lock with single cylinder keying and the Virginia lever, and it can be ordered with either CN escutcheon or R rose trim, so the Sargent covers the same opening if you are standardizing on rose trim.
8) If the opening needs a classroom function instead of dormitory, what mortise lock should I use?
Move to a classroom function body rather than adapting the 8822FL, which is built as a dormitory function lock. The Corbin Russwin ML2003 is a Grade 1 mortise classroom lockset in the ML2000 Series for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Cal-Royal NM8070 is a heavy duty Grade 1 classroom mortise lockset with an auxiliary deadlatch, also for 1-3/4 inch doors.
9) Can I swap an electronic mortise lock in place of the 8822FL to get access control on dorm rooms?
You can, but it changes the credential and the power requirement. The TownSteel FME-2000 is a Grade 1 heavy duty mortise lockset with RFID for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Schlage LEMD-GRW is a Grade 1 ENGAGE wireless mortise lock with a 125kHz proximity reader and a 3 hour fire rating. The Accentra 8822FL is a mechanical lock with no electronics, keyed as a single cylinder.
10) For a behavioral health or patient room where the 8822FL trim is not acceptable, what mortise lock should I specify?
Use an anti-ligature trim instead. The TownSteel MRX-L-01 is a Grade 1 heavy duty stainless steel anti-ligature lever mortise lockset with passage function for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the MRX-A-01 is the same passage function with ligature resistant arch trim. The Marks USA 5PDN is a Grade 1 hospital passage mortise push/pull paddleset that is ligature resistant and ADA compliant. The Accentra 8822FL uses a Virginia lever on heavy-duty escutcheon or rose trim.
11) Is a strike included with the 8822FL, or do I order it separately?
A curved lip strike is supplied with the lock. You'll still need to prep or verify the frame for the mortise strike location at the 2-3/4 inch backset, and route the mortise pocket in the door per the 8800 Series template.
12) Can I get credential or keypad access with the Accentra 8822FL?
No. The 8822FL is a mechanical, key-operated lock with no electronics. If you want card or code access in a mortise prep, look at the Dormakaba E-Plex 2066 pushbutton mortise lock, the TownSteel FME-2000 Grade 1 RFID mortise lockset, or the Schlage CO-100 standalone electronic mortise lock. Those go into the same mortise pocket but need their own prep and power considerations.
13) Will the 8822FL hold up in a student dorm where levers get abused?
That's the application it's built for. The escutcheon trim is heavy-duty and vandal resistant, the deadbolt is reinforced stainless steel, and the lock carries Operational Grade 1 to ANSI/BHMA A156.13. On the 8800 SL variant the lever attaches directly to the escutcheon and the head screws are thrubolted for extra pull-off resistance.
14) We need storeroom function on the same door set as the 8822FL. What is the alternative?
The Cal-Royal NM8080 is a heavy duty Grade 1 storeroom mortise lockset for 1-3/4 inch doors with an interchangeable core option, which suits an opening that should stay locked from the outside at all times. The Accentra 8822FL is a dormitory function lock keyed as a single cylinder, so it behaves differently at the outside lever.
15) Is there a non-keyed mortise lock I can use on the doors in the same run that do not need a key?
Yes. For passage openings the Falcon MA101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty mortise passage lock with field reversible operation and a fire rating, and the Hager 3810E is a Grade 1 passage mortise lock with escutcheon and a 2-3/4 inch backset for doors 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/2 inch. The Accentra 8822FL is a keyed dormitory lock, so it is the wrong choice where no key is wanted.
16) Will the Alarm Lock Trilogy DL3500CR fit the same doors as the Accentra 8822FL?
Not across the full range. The Alarm Lock DL3500CR is a Grade 1 electronic mortise lock with classroom function rated for doors 1-5/8 inch to 1-7/8 inch. The Accentra 8822FL accepts door thickness from 1-3/4 inch to 3-1/4 inch, so on thicker doors the Trilogy is out of range, and its function is classroom rather than dormitory.
17) Is a mortise deadbolt like the Sargent 4874 a substitute for the 8822FL?
No. The Sargent 4874 is a double cylinder mortise deadbolt with a 2-3/4 inch backset from the 4870 Series, so it is deadbolt only with no latch or lever. The Accentra 8822FL is a complete dormitory function lockset with a lever handle and a reinforced stainless steel deadbolt in one body, also on a 2-3/4 inch backset.
18) What is the difference between the Accentra 8822FL and the BEST 45HCA mortise lock bodies?
The BEST 45HCAC is a heavy duty mortise lock body in the 45H Series with a public entrance function and field reversible operation, and the 45HCAINL is a heavy duty lock body with an intruder function. Those are lock bodies. The Accentra 8822FL is supplied as a complete dormitory function lockset with the Virginia lever and a choice of CN escutcheon or R rose trim.
19) Is a privacy mortise lock like the Cal-Royal NM8440 the same thing as a dormitory function lock?
No. The Cal-Royal NM8440 is a heavy duty Grade 1 privacy mortise lockset with a deadbolt for 1-3/4 inch doors, intended for bed and bath openings with no key. The Accentra 8822FL is a keyed dormitory function lock with single cylinder keying, so it gives staff key access that a privacy set does not.
20) What finish does the Accentra 8822FL come in, and will it match my other door hardware?
626 satin chrome across all trim and cylinder combinations. That's the standard commercial finish for closers, exit devices and cylindrical locks in institutional buildings, so it usually drops in alongside existing hardware without a visual mismatch.
21) Is there a version of this lock that shows whether the room is locked?
Yes, the 8800 Series offers status indicator options so staff can see locked or unlocked state at a glance, which is why these get specified in dorms and patient rooms. If you specifically need a classroom security indicator lock from another line, the Marks USA LA318GJ is a Grade 1 indicator mortise lockset for 1-3/4 inch doors.
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