Dormakaba Simplex 1000 Series Mechanical Pushbutton Knob Lock — No Key Override
The Simplex 1000 Series eliminates the cost and complexity of issuing, tracking, and collecting keys and cards. This mechanical pushbutton knob lock provides combination-only exterior access with free egress — no batteries, no key override cylinder, no card readers to maintain. A single access code is programmed directly via the keypad without removing the lock from the door.
Key Features
- Grade 1 commercial-duty cylindrical lock housing with cast front housing and cast knobs
- Battery-free mechanical operation — no power source required, no battery replacement costs
- Single access code — one code for all users, easy to manage and change
- Vandal-resistant, solid metal pushbuttons
- 3-hour UL/ULC fire rating for "A" labeled doors
- D.O.D. Compliant 5220.22M for supplemental access control
- Weather resistant construction
- Non-handed — factory set for left-hand, easily field reversible
- Installs on wood or metal doors; ASA 161 door prep with additional through-bore holes required
Technical Specifications
- Lock Type: Cylindrical
- Handle Type: Knob
- Backset: 2⁄⁄" (70 mm) or 2⅜" (60 mm)
- Latch Throw: ½" (13 mm) standard; ¾" (19 mm) optional
- Minimum Stile Width: 5" (127 mm)
- Door Thickness: 1⅜" (35 mm) to 2¼" (57 mm) — pre-assembled for 1⅝" (41 mm) to 2" (51 mm)
- Strike: Standard strike plate; ASA strike plate included
- Key Override: None (combination entry only)
- Fire Rating: 3-hour UL/ULC, "A" labeled doors
- Warranty: 3-year limited
Operation Modes
- Pushbutton Access: Enter combination to unlock from exterior; free egress from interior at all times
- Passage (select models): Allows access without the entry code; activated from inside with thumbturn or key
- Lockout (select models): Disables entry code from inside; requires key override to re-enter (key override models only)
Available Finishes
- 626 Satin Chrome (26D) — standard
- 609 Antique Brass (05) — standard
- 605 Bright Brass (03) — optional
- 625 Bright Chrome (026) — optional
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Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Mechanical Locks
- Series:
- Simplex 1000 Series
- Grade:
- Grade 1
- Product Type:
- Simplex Mechanical Push Buttons Locks
- Warranty:
- 3 Year Limited
- Keyed Function:
- Non-Keyed
- Subcategory:
- Push Buttons Locks
- Product Subgroup:
- Bored Locksets
- Keyed:
- No
- Stile Width:
- 5"
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Features:
- Vandal resistant solid metal pushbuttons, Battery-free mechanical operation, 3-hour UL/ULC fire rated, Weather resistant, D.O.D. Compliant 5220.22M, Field-reversible handing, Keypad programming without removing lock
- Lock Type:
- Cylindrical
- Handle Type:
- Knob
- Stile Type:
- Wide Stile
- Lock Function:
- Combination Entry Function Only
- Product Model:
- 1000
- Product Function:
- Entrance
- Door Hand Direction:
- Non-Handed
- Door Strike:
- Standard Strike plate, ASA Strike plate
- Product Category:
- Mechanical Locks
- Product Substrate:
- Brass or Bronze
- Backset (Distance):
- 2-3/4", 2-3/8"
- Department:
- Door Hardware