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Dormakaba 54444-03-01 Adjustable Latchbolt with 2-3/8" to 2-3/4" Backset Compatibility

Dormakaba 54444-03-01 Adjustable Latchbolt with 2-3/8" to 2-3/4" Backset Compatibility

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Dormakaba 54444-03-01 Adjustable Latchbolt with 2-3/8" to 2-3/4" Backset Compatibility

The Dormakaba 54444-03-01 is a commercial-grade adjustable latchbolt replacement part designed to accommodate both 2-3/8" and 2-3/4" backset configurations in a single unit. Finished in Bright Brass, this latchbolt is engineered for use in mechanical lock applications and serves as an OEM-compatible component within the Dormakaba parts and accessories family. Its adjustable backset design simplifies installation and replacement across a range of standard door preparations, making it a reliable solution for commercial facilities requiring dependable hardware maintenance.

Key Features

  • Adjustable Backset Range: Accommodates both 2-3/8" and 2-3/4" backset measurements in a single latchbolt, reducing the need for multiple SKUs during service or replacement.
  • Bright Brass Finish: Finished in Bright Brass for a classic, polished appearance that complements traditional and transitional commercial door hardware aesthetics.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Designed and rated for commercial applications, ensuring consistent performance in high-use environments such as offices, institutions, and multi-tenant facilities.
  • OEM Replacement Part: Genuine Dormakaba replacement component engineered to maintain original performance standards when servicing compatible mechanical lock assemblies.
  • Simplified Maintenance: Drop-in compatibility with supported Dormakaba mechanical lock systems minimizes downtime during hardware servicing or repair.
  • Versatile Fit: Adjustable design supports standard door preparations common across a wide range of commercial door thicknesses and configurations.

Technical Specifications

  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Product Category: Mechanical Locks
  • Product Group: Parts and Accessories
  • Subcategory: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Subgroup: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Type: Latches
  • Parts and Accessories Type: Replacement Parts
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Product Model: 54444-03-01
  • Features: DormaKaba Parts and Accessories

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities

Why Dormakaba 54444-03-01?

Dormakaba replacement parts are manufactured to OEM standards, ensuring compatibility and consistent performance with supported mechanical lock assemblies. The 54444-03-01 adjustable latchbolt delivers the precision and reliability that commercial facility managers and professional installers depend on when servicing high-use door hardware. Engineered for commercial environments, this component maintains the integrity of the original hardware installation while offering the flexibility of an adjustable backset for streamlined serviceability.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Department:
Door Hardware
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Product Group:
Parts and Accessories
Subcategory:
Parts and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Parts and Accessories
Product Type:
Latches
Parts and Accessories Type:
Replacement Parts
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
54444-03-01
Features:
DormaKaba Parts and Accessories

Dormakaba 54444-03-01 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Dormakaba 54444-03-01 latchbolt work in a door bored for a 2-3/8 inch backset, or do I need the 2-3/4 inch version?
One part covers both. The 54444-03-01 is an adjustable latchbolt that sets to either a 2-3/8 inch or a 2-3/4 inch backset, so the same unit drops into either door prep. Those are the two standard residential and commercial backsets, which means you do not have to measure the bore-to-edge distance before ordering, only before setting the latch.
2) What is the closest adjustable-backset latch to the Dormakaba 54444-03-01 if the door has a drive-in bore instead of a mortised faceplate?
The Dormakaba 54444-03-01 is an adjustable latchbolt covering 2-3/8 inch and 2-3/4 inch backsets as a commercial OEM replacement part. For a drive-in preparation, the Deltana DLE23875 is a drive-in adjustable entry latch, and the Deltana DLP23875 is a drive-in adjustable latch with 2-3/8 inch or 2-3/4 inch backset in a passage/privacy function. Both Deltana units list a door thickness range of 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch, so confirm the leaf thickness and whether the bore is prepped for a drive-in collar rather than a faceplate before ordering.
3) Which adjustable latch should be used on a fire-rated opening instead of the Dormakaba 54444-03-01?
The Dormakaba 54444-03-01 is a commercial adjustable latchbolt for 2-3/8 inch and 2-3/4 inch backsets, supplied as an OEM replacement for supported Dormakaba mechanical lock assemblies. Where the opening requires a UL fire rating, the Kwikset 83518 is an adjustable square drive UL 3 hour latch. For a fixed-backset fire-rated option, the Kwikset 84290 is a square corner plainlatch at 2-3/8 inch backset, UL rated. Note that the Kwikset latches are intended for Kwikset cylindrical lock bodies, not as a drop-in for a Dormakaba lock chassis.
4) Is this a genuine Dormakaba part, or an aftermarket latch?
It is an OEM Dormakaba replacement component, model 54444-03-01, supplied for servicing Dormakaba mechanical lock assemblies. For a facility standardized on Dormakaba locks, that matters: the latch tailpiece and case dimensions are the factory ones, so the existing lock body and trim keep working as built.
5) I need a fire rated latch for a labeled door opening. Is this the right part?
For a labeled opening you need a latch whose rating is stated on the part. The Kwikset 83521 RCAL plain latch is listed as UL 3 hour and fits BBL, KNL, CNL and PLL locksets, and the Kwikset 83518 RCAL adjustable square drive latch is also UL 3 hour. If the door in question carries a Dormakaba mechanical lock, keep the assembly OEM and confirm the labeled assembly the lock was listed under.
6) One latch is sticking on a run of Dormakaba locks in our building. Do I have to replace the whole lockset?
Not necessarily. The 54444-03-01 is sold as a service part for Dormakaba mechanical lock assemblies, so a failed or sluggish latch can be swapped without pulling the lock body, cylinder, or trim. Because it is adjustable to both 2-3/8 and 2-3/4 inch backsets, one part number covers mixed door preps across a building, which keeps the truck stock simple for a property manager or maintenance crew.
7) Does the Dormakaba 54444-03-01 come with a strike plate or screws?
It is supplied as the latchbolt unit itself. Strike plates, faceplates, and mounting screws are separate parts, so if the existing strike is worn or the faceplate corners do not match the door mortise, order those alongside. Emtek, for example, sells faceplate and screw kits separately, such as the 83228 square corner faceplate for tubular privacy latches.
8) Is the Deltana DLP23875 an equivalent replacement for the Dormakaba 54444-03-01?
They cover the same backset range but are not the same part. Both the Dormakaba 54444-03-01 and the Deltana DLP23875 handle 2-3/8 inch and 2-3/4 inch backsets. The DLP23875 is a drive-in latch in a passage/privacy function, while the 54444-03-01 is a Dormakaba OEM component engineered for drop-in service of supported Dormakaba mechanical lock assemblies and supplied in 605 Bright Brass. If the existing lock body is Dormakaba, order the OEM latchbolt; the Deltana part suits Deltana-style knob and lever sets on doors 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch thick.
9) What looks like a substitute for the Dormakaba 54444-03-01 but will not work as a latchbolt replacement?
Two parts show up in latch searches without being latchbolts. The Emtek 83228 is a faceplate and screws for a tubular pocket door privacy latch with square corners, so it is trim hardware rather than a working latch. The Emtek LC9-DBLTCH is an EMPowered motorized deadbolt latch, an electrified deadbolt component and not a springlatch. The Dormakaba 54444-03-01 is the adjustable latchbolt itself, covering 2-3/8 inch and 2-3/4 inch backsets for supported Dormakaba mechanical lock assemblies.
10) What finish does the Dormakaba 54444-03-01 latchbolt come in?
Bright Brass, catalogued as finish 605. It is the only finish offered on this latchbolt, so if the other trim on the opening is satin chrome or oil-rubbed bronze the exposed latch face will not match. On most installs only the latch front shows at the door edge, so the mismatch is limited to that edge and the strike.
11) Is this latch suitable for high-traffic openings like schools and hospitals?
Yes, it is built for commercial duty and intended for high-use environments, with typical use in offices, educational and healthcare facilities, retail, multi-tenant residential, government buildings, and industrial sites. It is a mechanical latch, so there is no electrical component to fail during a power outage.
12) I need a motorized or electrified latch instead of a mechanical one. What are my options?
The Dormakaba 54444-03-01 is purely mechanical, part of a mechanical lock system, so it will not integrate with an access control head. For a powered latch, the Emtek LC9-DBLTCH is an EMPowered motorized deadbolt latch. Keep in mind that is a deadbolt latch, not a latchbolt for a knob or lever, so it is not a direct functional swap.
13) For a knob or lever lock that needs a plain latch rather than an adjustable one, what is the alternative to the Dormakaba 54444-03-01?
The Dormakaba 54444-03-01 is adjustable, covering both 2-3/8 inch and 2-3/4 inch backsets in one unit, which is the reason service techs carry it instead of two part numbers. If the door prep is fixed and a single-backset plain latch is acceptable, the Kwikset 83521 is an RCAL plain latch, UL 3 hour, for Kwikset BBL, KNL, CNL and PLL lock bodies. Match the latch to the lock chassis brand; the Dormakaba part is the one to use when the existing lock is a supported Dormakaba mechanical assembly.
14) Which adjustable latch is right for an entry function versus a passage or privacy door?
Among adjustable-backset latches, the Deltana DLE23875 is listed as an entry function drive-in latch and the Deltana DLP23875 as passage/privacy, both for doors 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch thick. The Dormakaba 54444-03-01 is a commercial replacement latchbolt whose function is set by the Dormakaba mechanical lock assembly it serves, so selection there follows the existing lock rather than the latch itself, with the backset covered across 2-3/8 inch and 2-3/4 inch.
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