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Falcon 030057-002-30 M Series Lever Return Spring Replacement Part

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Falcon 030057-002-30 M Series Lever Return Spring Replacement Part

The Falcon 030057-002-30 is a genuine OEM lever return spring designed specifically for the Falcon M Series mechanical lock product line. This commercial-grade replacement part restores proper lever operation by providing the spring tension required to return the lever to its neutral position after each use. Engineered to Falcon's exacting standards, this spring is an essential component for maintaining reliable performance in M Series locksets installed in commercial door hardware applications.

Key Features

  • Genuine Falcon OEM Component: Manufactured to Falcon's original equipment specifications, ensuring proper fit and function within M Series lever assemblies.
  • M Series Compatibility: Designed exclusively for the Falcon M Series mechanical lock line, providing a precise drop-in replacement for worn or damaged lever return springs.
  • Reliable Lever Return Action: Restores consistent spring tension to return the lever to its neutral resting position after each operation, maintaining smooth and dependable lockset function.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Built to withstand the demands of commercial door hardware environments, supporting long-term reliability in high-use installations.
  • Rings, Spindles, and Springs Category: Classified as a precision mechanical component within the rings, spindles, and springs product type for straightforward identification and reordering.
  • Replacement Part Convenience: Extends the service life of existing M Series locksets without requiring full hardware replacement, reducing maintenance costs and downtime.

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: Rings, Spindles and Springs
  • Parts and Accessories Type: Replacement Parts
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Product Model: 030057-002-30
  • Features: Falcon Lock Parts

Typical Applications

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

Why Falcon M Series?

Falcon M Series lock components are engineered for commercial-grade performance, delivering the precision and durability that professional door hardware applications demand. Using genuine Falcon replacement parts such as the 030057-002-30 lever return spring ensures proper fit, consistent operation, and maintained integrity of the original lockset assembly, keeping doors functioning safely and reliably over the long term.

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:
Ring, Spindle and Spring
Parts and Accessories Type:
Replacement Parts
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
030057-002-30
Features:
Falcon Lock Parts

Falcon 030057-002-30 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What does the Falcon 030057-002-30 spring actually do in an M Series lockset?
It is the lever return spring. It supplies the tension that brings the lever back to horizontal after each throw. When a lever starts drooping or stops springing back on a Falcon M Series mechanical lock, this is the part that has fatigued, and replacing it restores the return action without touching the rest of the lock body.
2) Will this Falcon lever return spring fit any Falcon lever lock, or only the M Series?
M Series only. The 030057-002-30 is built to Falcon's OEM spec for the M Series mechanical lock line, and it is a drop-in for that family's lever assemblies. If the lock on your door is a different Falcon series, this is not the spring for it, and no cross-series fit is claimed.
3) My tenant's lever is sagging. Do I need a whole new lockset or just this spring?
A sagging or non-returning lever on a Falcon M Series is usually the return spring, not the lock. Swapping in the 030057-002-30 puts the lever back to neutral and keeps the existing lockset in service, so you avoid pulling and re-keying the whole unit. If the lever still binds after the spring change, the problem is in the chassis or spindle, not the spring.
4) Can a Corbin Russwin swivel spindle pin and set screw be used in place of the Falcon 030057-002-30 lever return spring?
No. The Falcon 030057-002-30 is a lever return spring made for Falcon M Series mechanical locksets, where its job is to supply the tension that brings the lever back to its neutral rest position. The Corbin Russwin 499F838 is a swivel spindle pin with a set screw, a different component that ties the spindle to the lever assembly on doors of 1-3/4 inch thickness. One restores lever return action, the other retains the spindle, so they are not interchangeable even within the same lock rebuild.
5) Is this an aftermarket spring or a genuine Falcon part?
Genuine Falcon OEM, made to Falcon's original equipment specification for M Series lever assemblies. That matters on a spring more than most parts, since tension that is even slightly off either lets the lever droop or makes it stiff enough that users report a sticking door.
6) I'm stocking spare Falcon lock parts for a building. How many lever return springs should I keep on hand?
Buy one 030057-002-30 per lever that needs the fix, and note that a lock with levers on both sides has a return spring behind each. For an MRO crib standardized on Falcon M Series, this is one of the parts worth keeping in multiples, since it is a wear item rather than a failure item and the whole repair is a spring change on an otherwise good lockset.
7) Is a swivel spindle pin the same repair as a lever return spring?
No, and they fix different symptoms. The Falcon 030057-002-30 spring controls whether the lever springs back to level. A spindle part, such as the Corbin Russwin Swivel Spindle Pin x Set Screw (listed for 1-3/4 inch doors), is about the connection that carries rotation through the door, so it addresses a lever that turns without retracting the latch. Diagnose which one you have before ordering, and note the Corbin part is for Corbin Russwin hardware, not Falcon M Series.
8) My lever sags and will not return to horizontal, but the spindle is loose too. Which part do I need?
A lever that will not return to its neutral position points to the return spring; on Falcon M Series locksets that part is the Falcon 030057-002-30 lever return spring. A spindle that moves independently of the lever is a retention issue instead, which is what a part like the Corbin Russwin 499F838 swivel spindle pin with set screw addresses on 1-3/4 inch doors. If both symptoms are present, they are two separate components, and the spring is brand-specific to the Falcon M Series assembly.
9) Does the Falcon 030057-002-30 spring have a door thickness requirement like other lock repair parts?
The Falcon 030057-002-30 is an internal lever return spring for Falcon M Series mechanical locksets, so selection is driven by the lockset series it fits rather than by the door. Door thickness matters for through-door components such as the Corbin Russwin 499F838 swivel spindle pin, which is specified for 1-3/4 inch doors. For the Falcon spring, confirm the lockset is an M Series and the part fits as a direct OEM replacement.
10) How do I order the right Falcon lever return spring so I get the same part again next time?
Order by the Falcon part number 030057-002-30. That single number identifies the M Series lever return spring, so it reorders cleanly for a locksmith van stock list or a facility parts sheet without needing a finish or handing call-out.
How fast can I get the Falcon 030057-002-30 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Falcon 030057-002-30 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Falcon 030057-002-30 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Falcon 030057-002-30?
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