Corbin Russwin ML2069 Grade 1 Institutional Privacy Mortise Lock, Behavioral Health Series Lever, SFIC Prep, Less Core

Corbin Russwin ML2069 BHSS Grade 1 Institutional Privacy Mortise Lock, Behavioral Health Series, SFIC Prep, Less Core

Heavy-Duty Commercial Mortise Lock for Institutional and Behavioral Health Applications

The Corbin Russwin ML2069 BHSS is a Grade 1 Institutional Privacy Mortise Lock from the ML2000 Series, purpose-built for demanding commercial, institutional, industrial, and government environments. Constructed of heavy-gauge steel, this lockbody features a patented Quick Reversible latchbolt and a 1" stainless steel deadbolt, delivering life safety and security in a single door prep. Designed for a 1-3/4" door thickness and supplied with a 3/4" latchbolt and an ANSI straight lip standard strike measuring 4-7/8" x 1-1/4" x 1-1/8", this lock is engineered for high-traffic behavioral health, asylum, institution, and utility applications. The SFIC (Small Format Interchangeable Core) prep ships less core, offering compatibility with new or existing Corbin Russwin key systems as well as cylinders from most other manufacturers.

Professional Features & Benefits

• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 mortise lock per A156.13 Series 1000, Operational and Security Grade 1
• UL Cycle above and beyond: 14.5 Million Cycles (Verification ID: V875753)
• Patented Quick Reversible latchbolt — reverse handing without disassembling the lock case
• Multi-function capability: 12 functions configurable from one ML2054 lockbody
• Heavy-gauge steel lockcase 5-7/8" x 4" x 15/16"; 1" stainless steel deadbolt, 1" throw
• 3/4" (19mm) throw anti-friction two-piece latchbolt requires less force to close
• Wide variety of trim designs including Muséo®, Vineyard™, Behavioral Health (BHSS/BLSS)
• Status indicator options for locked/unlocked visibility (sectional and escutcheon trim)
• Motorized Electric Latch Retraction (MELR) available for ML20900 series
• Thru-bolted trim designs for proper alignment and increased security
• Can be used with new or existing Corbin Russwin key systems; accepts most other manufacturers' cylinders
• UL/cUL listed, UL10C positive pressure; 3-hour fire door up to 4' x 10' single or 8' x 10' pair
• Ten-year mechanical warranty; five-year MELR; two-year electrical

Technical Specifications

• Grade: ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000, Operational and Security Grade 1
• Handing: Handed; quick reversible — re-handed without disassembling the lock case
• Door Thickness: 1-3/4" (44mm) standard; optional thicknesses available
• Backset: 2-3/4" (70mm)
• Lockcase: Heavy-gauge steel, 5-7/8" (149mm) x 4" (102mm) x 15/16" (24mm)
• Armored Front: Wrought brass, bronze, or stainless steel, 8" x 1-1/4"
• Latchbolt: 2-piece mechanical with anti-friction insert, 5/8" x 1" x 3/4" (19mm) throw
• Auxiliary Latchbolt: 9/16" (14mm) effective throw; deadlocking
• Deadbolt: One-piece stainless steel, 19/32" x 1-1/4" x 1" (25mm) throw
• Strike: Wrought brass, bronze, or stainless steel, ANSI straight lip, 4-7/8" x 1-1/4" x 1-1/8" lip to center
• Cylinder: Brass, 6-pin L4 keyway, 0-bitted standard
• Spacing: C. to c. knob/lever to cylinder: 3-5/8" (92mm); knob/lever to thumbturn: 2-7/16" (62mm)
• Certifications: ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Grade 1; UL/cUL UL10C 3-hour positive pressure; ADA A117.1; California State Fire Marshal; Windstorm/Hurricane certified
• Warranty: Ten-year mechanical; five-year MELR; two-year electrical

Professional Applications

• Behavioral Health and Psychiatric Facilities
• Asylum and Institutional Environments
• Healthcare Institutions and Hospitals
• Educational Facilities and Schools
• Commercial Office Buildings
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Industrial and High-Traffic Commercial Properties

Tamper-Resistant Design

The ML2000 Series offers the ML2000VR (Vandal Resistant) configuration featuring stainless steel escutcheons with tapered edges and Torx® pin tamper-resistant screws, providing a vandal-resistant barrier suited for high-abuse institutional environments where security and durability are paramount.

Why Choose Corbin Russwin Quality?

Corbin Russwin ML2000 Series mortise locks deliver professional-grade reliability backed by heavy-gauge steel construction and a patented Quick Reversible latchbolt with a 1" stainless steel deadbolt, rated to an extraordinary 14.5 Million Cycles (UL Verification ID: V875753). Protected by a 10 Year Limited warranty and certified to ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 standards, these locks are engineered for the most demanding commercial, institutional, and behavioral health applications where dependable performance and long-term security are essential.