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Command Access MRC1681/51 Electrified Mortise Lock Retrofit Chassis with Entrance/Deadbolt Function for Falcon MA Series

Command Access MRC1681/51 Electrified Mortise Lock Retrofit Chassis with Entrance/Deadbolt Function for Falcon MA Series

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Command Access MRC1681/51 Electrified Mortise Lock Retrofit Chassis with Entrance/Deadbolt Function for Falcon MA Series

Professional Electrified Mortise Lock Retrofit Solution

The Command Access MRC1681/51 is a Grade 1 electrified mortise lock retrofit chassis designed specifically for Falcon MA Series applications. This entrance function lock with deadbolt capability operates on 12 or 24VAC/DC power with field-reversible fail-safe or fail-secure operation. Built with continuous duty solenoids and low current draw design, this chassis delivers reliable electronic access control for demanding commercial applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Dual Voltage Operation: 12 or 24VAC/DC (+/- 10%) with 700mA at 12V or 350mA at 24V for flexible power system integration.
  • Grade 1 Construction: High-quality chassis built to withstand years of heavy commercial use with reliable mechanical and electronic components.
  • Continuous Duty Solenoids: Designed for "continuously on" applications including fail-safe operation and extended unlock cycles.
  • Field-Reversible Configuration: Fail-safe (EL) or fail-secure (EU) operation can be configured on-site to meet specific security requirements.
  • Low Power Consumption: 8 watts total power draw with efficient solenoid design minimizes electrical system load.
  • Universal Power Compatibility: Plug-in bridge rectifier allows operation with either AC or DC power sources.
  • Falcon MA Series Compatibility: Specifically engineered as retrofit chassis for existing Falcon MA Series mortise lock installations.
  • Multiple Function Options: Available in storeroom and institutional configurations with various fail-safe/fail-secure combinations.

Technical Specifications

  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Electronic: Yes
  • Lock Type: Mortise
  • Product Category: Mechanical Locks
  • Product Group: Mechanical Locks
  • Product Subgroup: Mortise Locks and Trim
  • Product Type: Electrified Mortise Locks
  • Series: MRC1 Series
  • Subcategory: Mortise Locks

Professional Applications

  • Commercial Building Access Control Systems
  • Educational Facility Security Upgrades
  • Healthcare Institution Electronic Lock Retrofits
  • Government and Municipal Building Security
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Access Control
  • Industrial Facility Controlled Access Points
  • Retail Security System Integration

Why Choose Command Access Quality?

Command Access MRC1 Series electrified mortise locks deliver professional-grade reliability with Grade 1 construction and continuous duty solenoids rated for demanding commercial applications. The field-reversible fail-safe/fail-secure configuration and dual voltage compatibility provide installation flexibility while maintaining consistent 8-watt power consumption. Engineered specifically for retrofit applications where dependable electronic access control performance is essential.

Manufacturer Resources

Command Access Catalog

Product Specs

Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Series:
MRC1 Series
Product Subgroup:
Mortise Locks and Trim
Product Type:
Electrified Mortise Locks
Subcategory:
Mortise Locks
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Electronic:
Yes
Lock Type:
Mortise
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Department:
Door Hardware

Command Access MRC1651EL 24V 626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Command Access MRC1681/51 retrofit into my existing Falcon MA Series mortise lock?
That's exactly what it's built for. The MRC1681/51 is a chassis-only retrofit kit for existing Falcon MA Series mortise lock installations, so you electrify the opening by swapping the chassis rather than replacing the whole lock and re-prepping the door. Because it's chassis only, you reuse the existing MA Series trim and cylinder.
2) Do I have to decide fail-safe or fail-secure before I order this electrified mortise chassis?
The MRC1 chassis is field-reversible between fail-safe (EL) and fail-secure (EU), so it can be set on site. Orderable configurations cover both fail-safe and fail-secure. Fail-safe unlocks on power loss, which is what egress and stair doors usually need; fail-secure stays locked, which is the common choice for tenant and storeroom doors.
3) How much current does the MRC1681/51 draw, and will my existing access control power supply handle it?
Figure 8 watts total. That's 700mA at 12V or 350mA at 24V, with a plus or minus 10 percent tolerance on either voltage. Size the supply for the higher draw if you're running 12V, and remember the solenoid is continuous duty, so a fail-safe door that sits unlocked all day is running that load continuously.
4) What are my options if I am not retrofitting a Falcon MA lock and need a complete electrified mortise lockset?
The MRC1681/51 is a chassis only, matched to Falcon MA prep, so it isn't the answer for a fresh opening or another brand's lock. For a complete unit, the SDC 7800 PRO Series is a solenoid controlled mortise lock with a vandal resistant clutch for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the DynaLock EML Series is an electrified mortise lock in storeroom function. Both are full locksets rather than retrofit chassis.
5) I need latch retraction for a panic or auto-operator tie-in, not just electric lever control. Is this the right part?
No. The MRC1681/51 controls the lever for access, it is not a motorized latch retraction device. If the job calls for the latch to pull back electrically, look at the SDC 7600 Series, a Grade 1 motorized latch retraction mortise lockset with 24VDC control for 1-3/4 inch doors.
6) I need a storeroom function electrified mortise lock, not entrance with deadbolt. What should I look at?
The Command Access MRC1681/51 chassis is built for entrance with deadbolt function. If the opening needs storeroom function instead, the DynaLock EML Series EML-1 is an electrified mortise lock in storeroom function. Command Access also builds the MRC1 Series in storeroom and institutional configurations with various fail-safe and fail-secure combinations, so the MRC1 family can cover a storeroom opening under a different part number if you want to stay with the Falcon MA retrofit chassis approach.
7) Do I have to replace the whole mortise lock, or can I keep the existing Falcon MA lock body trim?
The Command Access MRC1681/51 is a retrofit chassis engineered specifically for existing Falcon MA Series mortise lock installations, supplied as chassis only, which means the existing Falcon MA trim stays on the door. Full replacement locksets are the other route: the SDC 7600 Series and SDC Selectric 7800 PRO Series are complete mortise locksets for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the DynaLock EML-1 is an electrified mortise lock in storeroom function. Those involve pulling the existing lock and its trim; the MRC1681/51 does not.
8) What does the entrance/deadbolt function on this Command Access retrofit chassis actually do?
It's an entrance function with a deadbolt, meaning the lever latch is electrically controlled for access while a separate deadbolt can be thrown for positive lockdown on the opening. Command Access also builds the MRC1 Series in storeroom and institutional configurations if the deadbolt isn't what the opening needs.
9) Can this Command Access mortise chassis run on AC as well as DC power?
Yes. A plug-in bridge rectifier lets the chassis run from either AC or DC, at 12 or 24 volts. You pick the voltage when ordering, 12V or 24V.
10) Can I hold this lock unlocked all day for a scheduled unlock without burning out the solenoid?
Yes. The MRC1 Series uses continuous duty solenoids built for continuously on applications, including fail-safe operation and extended unlock windows. That's the difference between this and an intermittent duty device that is only rated for momentary release.
11) Is this electrified mortise chassis heavy enough for a school or hospital corridor door?
It's a Grade 1 commercial chassis, built for heavy commercial use, and Command Access lists educational, healthcare, government, multi-tenant residential, industrial, and retail access control among its applications. Grade 1 is the highest ANSI/BHMA durability tier for commercial locks.
12) What is the difference between this entrance/deadbolt electrified chassis and a standard mechanical entrance mortise lock?
The MRC1 chassis adds electrical control of the entrance function so an access control system can lock or unlock the lever remotely, on 12 or 24VAC/DC. A mechanical equivalent like the Schlage L9050BDC is a Grade 1 heavy duty mortise entrance/office lock with no deadbolt and no electrification, keyed and operated at the door only. Choose the MRC1 when the opening ties into a card reader or building system.
13) What electrified mortise lock should I use if the opening takes abuse and I am worried about the lever being forced?
The Command Access MRC1681/51 is a Grade 1 chassis with continuous duty solenoids, sold as a retrofit chassis for existing Falcon MA Series mortise installations. Where the concern is force applied to the lever, the SDC Selectric 7800 PRO Series is a solenoid controlled mortise lock with a vandal resistant clutch, for 1-3/4 inch doors. Both are solenoid driven; the 7800 PRO is a full lockset with the clutch mechanism, while the MRC1681/51 is a chassis-only retrofit that reuses the existing Falcon MA trim.
14) My access control panel only supplies 24VDC. Does that rule out the Command Access MRC1681/51 in favor of something like the SDC 7600?
No. The MRC1681/51 runs on 12 or 24VAC/DC within plus or minus 10 percent, drawing 700mA at 12V or 350mA at 24V, and a plug-in bridge rectifier lets it take either AC or DC, so a 24VDC panel is directly supported and 24V variants are built. The SDC 7600 Series is specified with 24VDC control, so it suits that panel as well but does not give you the 12V option. If you may later standardize on 12V, or if some of your openings are fed AC, the dual-voltage MRC1681/51 keeps both doors open.
15) What finish does the MRC1681/51 come in?
626 satin chrome, across all four ordering combinations. Since it's a chassis-only retrofit, the visible trim on the door stays whatever is already installed on the Falcon MA lock, so the chassis finish rarely affects the look of the opening.
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Command Access MRC1651EL 24V 626 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Command Access MRC1651EL 24V 626 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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