Cal-Royal SC8473 Grade 1 Dormitory/Bedroom Mortise Lockset with Interchangeable Core Prep

Cal-Royal SC8473 Grade 1 Dormitory/Bedroom Mortise Lockset with Interchangeable Core Prep

The Cal-Royal SC8473 is a Grade 1 dormitory/bedroom mortise lockset engineered for 1 ¾" (44.5mm) thick doors with a 2 ¾" (70mm) backset and a 3 7/8" (98mm) center-to-center dimension. Built with a heavy-duty wrought steel lock case that is zinc dichromate plated, this lockset conforms to ANSI A156.13 Grade 1 standards and is tested to exceed 1,000,000 cycles. It accepts a 6-pin solid brass "C" keyway standard and can accept compatible 6 or 7 pin interchangeable cores from BEST, FALCON, and ARROW (SFIC), making it a versatile choice for apartment and dormitory applications requiring dependable, high-security performance.

Key Features

• Door Thickness Compatibility: Designed standard for 1 ¾" (44.5mm) thick doors.
• Backset & Center-to-Center: 2 ¾" (70mm) backset only, with 3 7/8" (98mm) center-to-center from lever to cylinder.
• Heavy-Duty Durability: Lock body conforms to ANSI A156.13 Grade 1 dimensional and operational performance requirements, exceeding 1,000,000 test cycles for long-term reliability.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: Wrought steel lock case with zinc dichromate plating; 1" (25.4mm) throw hardened stainless steel deadbolt; ¾" (19mm) throw one-piece stainless steel latch bolt with anti-friction reversible tongue.
• Armor Faceplate: Brass or stainless steel, 8" x 1 7/32" (203mm x 31.3mm), meeting ANSI A115.1 standard.
• Field Reversible Handing: Lock bodies are easily field reversible, eliminating the need to specify hand when ordering.
• Interchangeable Core Compatibility: Accepts compatible 6 or 7 pin cores from BEST, FALCON, and ARROW (SFIC) for flexible keying options.
• Clutch Lever Design: Outside lever features a free-wheeling clutch that rotates when locked, reducing the chance of lever breakage from excessive force.
• Retrofit Capability: Can retrofit Schlage L9000 Series mortise locks without drilling additional holes for sectional and escutcheon trims.
• Toggle Button: High rust-resistant chrome plated zinc alloy construction.
• Auxiliary Latch: Stainless steel, non-handed design.

Certifications & Compliance

• ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000, Operational & Security Grade 1 Standards
• UL and cUL Listed to Canadian safety standard for A label (3-hour fire door); stamped letter F and UL symbol on armor faceplate
• Meets positive pressure requirements UL 10C and UBC 7-2 (1997)
• Meets ADA requirements, specifically designed for Barrier Free Application

Technical Specifications

• Product Group: Mechanical Locks
• Cylinder and Keyways: 6-pin solid brass "C" keyway standard, Interchangeable Core locks will accept compatible 6 or 7 Pin cores with BEST, FALCON and ARROW (SFIC)
• Product Subgroup: Mortise Locks and Trim
• Latch Throw: 3/4" (latch), 1" (deadbolt)
• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Keyed: Yes
• Electronic: No
• (CTC) Center-to-Center: 3-7/8"
• Product Function: Apartment/Dormitory
• Door Hand Direction: Field Reversible
• Door Thickness Range: 1-3/4"
• Face Plate: Brass or stainless steel, 8" x 1-7/32"
• Product Category: Mechanical Locks
• Backset (Distance): 2-3/4"
• Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

• Commercial Office Buildings
• Educational Facilities
• Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
• Dormitory and Apartment Housing
• Healthcare Institutions
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Industrial and Warehouse Facilities

Why Cal-Royal SC8473?

Cal-Royal SC8473 mortise locksets deliver professional-grade reliability with heavy-duty wrought steel construction and hardened stainless steel components rated to exceed 1,000,000 cycles under ANSI A156.13 Grade 1 testing. Engineered for demanding dormitory, apartment, and commercial applications where dependable security performance and field-reversible flexibility are essential.