BEST 7KC Series Single Keyed Lever Locks
Long-lasting durability for standard-duty applications.
BEST’s 7KC standard-duty cylindrical lock combines quality and performance in a reliable solution for a wide range of applications. With strength exceeding ANSI Grade 2 requirements, and features designed to resist attacks, promote product life, and match current architectural trends, the 7KC series delivers exceptional results for moderate traffic points.
FEATURES
- Cylindrical chassis to fit common door preparation.
- Standard and Drive-in latches available.
- Through-bolt mounting studs increase torque resistance.
- Quick rekeying with BEST interchangeable core.
- No exposed keeper hole on keyed levers for increased security.
- Hub torque spring provides extra resistance to lever sag.
- Snap-on inside rose (no exposed mounting screws).
- Keyed lever is removable only after removal of core.
- Internal steel mechanisms are corrosion treated for
- normal atmospheric conditions.
- ADA–Americans With Disabilities Act: 7KC series – The design and operation of the BEST® cylindrical lock meets the intent of the standard for ANSI A117.1 section 404.2.6 and Illinois Accessibility Standard 400.310 (j)(8).
- Lockset reversible for either hand of door without removing keyed lever.
- Underwriters Laboratories®: 7KC series – Listed by Underwriters Laboratories for use on 3 Hr, A label for single (4’ x 8’) doors.
- Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association: 7KC series – Listed by BHMA for A156.2, Series 4000, Grade 2.
- ADA–Americans With Disabilities Act: 7KC series – The design and operation of the BEST® cylindrical lock meets the intent of the standard for ANSI A117.1 section 404.2.6 and Illinois
- Accessibility Standard 400.310 (j)(8).
- California State Fire Marshal: 7KC - series 14 & 15 lever conforms with California Title 24.
Products covered by one or more of the following patents: 5,590,555 5,794,472
SPECIFICATIONS
Backset – 7KC2 Series: 2 3/8", 7KC3 Series: 2 3/4", 7KC4 Series: 3 3/4", 7KC5 Series:.5"
Finishes:
- 605 – bright bras
- 606 – satin bras
- 612 – satin bronze
- 613 – oxidized satin bronze, oil rubber
- 625 – bright chromium plate
- 626 – satin chromium plated
Interchangeable core – Solid brass, pin-tumbler type in lever with 7-pin core. BEST Patented Keying System optional.
Latch – 1/2" throw deadlocking latch. Front: 2 1/4" x 1 1/8" x 5/32" standard for 2 3/4" backset; 2 1/4" x 1" x 5/32" for 2 3/8" backset.
Lever – 5 1/4" long handle with return. Projection on door 2 1/2". Zinc base, plated to match finish.
Material – Component parts include brass, bronze or zinc. Internal parts are zinc dichromate steel.
Mounting – 2 1/8" diameter bore for lock housing, 1" diameter for latch tube.
Rose – D – 3 1/2" diameter mounting screws concealed.
Strike
- STK (standard) – 2 3/4" x 1 1/8" with curved lip & box. (ANSI A115.2 for 1 3/8" doors).
- S3 – 4 7/8" x 1 1/4" with curved lip & box. (ANSI A115.2 for 1 3/4" doors).
Door thickness – 1 3/8" to 2"
RESOURCES & DOWNLOADS
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Product Specs
- Category:
- Mechanical Locks
- Series:
- 7KC Series
- Grade:
- Grade 2
- Duty Level:
- Medium Duty
- Handle Type:
- Lever
- Keyed Function:
- Single Cylinder
- Handing:
- Non-Handed
- Product Group:
- Mechanical Locks
- Product Subgroup:
- Bored Locksets
- Product Type:
- Leversets
- Subcategory:
- Bored Locksets
- Keyed:
- Yes
- Electronic:
- No
- Substrate:
- Corrosion-Treated Metals
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Function:
- Classroom
- Product Attribute:
- Cylindrical Locks