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Falcon 23981152 T Series Anti-Friction Deadlatch, Square Corner, 2-3/4" Backset, 1-1/8" x 2-1/4" Faceplate

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Falcon 23981152 T Series Anti-Friction Deadlatch with Square Corner Faceplate, 2-3/4" Backset, 1-1/8" x 2-1/4"

The Falcon 23981152 is a T Series Anti-Friction Deadlatch engineered for commercial door applications requiring precise, reliable latching performance. Featuring a 2-3/4" backset and a square corner faceplate measuring 1-1/8" x 2-1/4", this replacement latch is finished in Satin Chrome and is designed to integrate seamlessly with compatible Falcon T Series lock chassis. Its anti-friction latch design reduces wear and ensures smooth, consistent operation in high-traffic commercial environments.

Key Features

  • Anti-Friction Latch Design: Engineered to reduce friction during door operation, providing smooth and consistent latching performance for demanding commercial use.
  • Precise Backset Dimension: 2-3/4" backset ensures accurate fitment in properly prepared commercial door applications.
  • Square Corner Faceplate: Features a square corner faceplate measuring 1-1/8" x 2-1/4" for a clean, professional installation on standard commercial door preparations.
  • Satin Chrome Finish: Durable Satin Chrome finish provides a professional appearance and corrosion resistance suitable for commercial environments.
  • T Series Compatibility: Designed specifically as a replacement part for Falcon T Series locksets, ensuring proper fit and function within the existing hardware system.
  • Commercial-Grade Construction: Built to meet the performance demands of commercial applications where dependable latching is essential.
  • Direct Replacement Part: Serves as an OEM-compatible replacement component, simplifying maintenance and extending the service life of existing Falcon T Series hardware.

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: 23981152
  • Features: Falcon Lock Parts

Typical Applications

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

Why Falcon T Series?

Falcon T Series components are purpose-built for commercial-grade reliability, with each replacement part engineered to OEM specifications to maintain the integrity and performance of the original lockset. The 23981152 anti-friction deadlatch delivers consistent operation in high-traffic environments, making it the ideal choice for facilities professionals and service technicians maintaining Falcon hardware installations.

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:
23981152
Features:
Falcon Lock Parts

Falcon 23981152 626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Falcon 23981152 deadlatch fit a door bored for a 2-3/8 inch backset?
No. The Falcon 23981152 is a fixed 2-3/4 inch backset latch, so the cross bore has to sit 2-3/4 inches from the door edge. It is not an adjustable-backset latch. If your prep is 2-3/8 inches, you need a latch cut for that backset instead, such as the Kwikset 84290 square corner plainlatch at 2-3/8 inch, or an adjustable unit like the Deltana DLP23875 that covers 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inch.
2) What size faceplate does the Falcon 23981152 latch use, and will it cover my existing mortise in the door edge?
The faceplate measures 1-1/8 x 2-1/4 inches with square corners. That is the common small square-corner latch face used on commercial cylindrical prep, so it drops into an existing square-cut edge mortise of that size. If the door edge is routed with radius (round) corners, a square faceplate will leave the corners uncovered and you will need to square the mortise or use a radius-corner latch.
3) Which Falcon locks does the 23981152 latch work with?
It is built as an OEM-spec replacement latch for Falcon T Series lock chassis. Match it to a T Series lever or knob lock already prepped at 2-3/4 inch backset. It is not a universal latch, so don't plan on using it inside another manufacturer's cylindrical lock.
4) Is the Kwikset 84290 square corner plainlatch a substitute for the Falcon 23981152 deadlatch?
No. The Kwikset 84290 is a square corner plainlatch with a 2-3/8 inch backset, while the Falcon 23981152 is an anti-friction deadlatch with a 2-3/4 inch backset and a 1-1/8 inch by 2-1/4 inch square corner faceplate built for Falcon T Series lock chassis. The backsets differ, and a plainlatch has no deadlocking plunger, so it will not reproduce the 23981152's anti-friction deadlatching action in a commercial opening. The shared square corner faceplate shape is the only real similarity.
5) For a residential door where the backset is unknown, what latch should I use instead of the Falcon 23981152?
The Falcon 23981152 is fixed at a 2-3/4 inch backset and is a commercial replacement part for Falcon T Series locksets. When the backset is uncertain on a residential-weight door, an adjustable latch is the safer buy: the Deltana DLP23875 drive-in latch adjusts between 2-3/8 inch and 2-3/4 inch backset and fits doors 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch thick in passage or privacy function, and the Deltana DLE23875 is the entry-function drive-in version for the same 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch door thickness range. Note both Deltana latches are drive-in style, so the door edge needs no faceplate mortise, unlike the faceplated Falcon.
6) What is an anti-friction deadlatch and why would I need one instead of a plain latch?
An anti-friction deadlatch has two parts working together: a deadlocking plunger that rides the strike lip and locks the latchbolt against being carded or shimmed once the door is closed, plus an anti-friction element that cuts drag as the bolt crosses the strike. The Falcon 23981152 uses that design to keep operation smooth and reduce wear on high traffic openings. A plain latch has neither feature, so it does not resist manipulation and takes more effort to close under gasketing or closer pressure.
7) Can I use the Falcon 23981152 on residential doors?
It is classified as a commercial part and sized for commercial cylindrical prep at a 2-3/4 inch backset. Most residential doors are bored 2-3/8 inch, so it usually won't line up. For a residential opening, a drive-in adjustable latch such as the Deltana DLE23875 (entry function, 1-3/8 to 2 inch doors) or the passage/privacy Deltana DLP23875 is the closer fit.
8) I need a latch for a fire rated door opening. Is this Falcon latch the right part?
For fire rated openings, use a latch whose fire listing is stated on the part. Among latches we carry with that stated, the Kwikset 83521 RCAL plain latch and the Kwikset 83518 RCAL adjustable square drive latch are both listed as UL 3 hour, and the Kwikset 84290 square corner plainlatch at 2-3/8 inch backset is UL listed. Confirm the latch listing matches the door and frame label before you install.
9) I need a fire-rated latch - does the Falcon 23981152 work or is there a UL listed option?
The Falcon 23981152 is an anti-friction deadlatch for Falcon T Series commercial locksets with a 2-3/4 inch backset. If the opening requires a latch carrying a UL rating, the Kwikset RCAL line is the one to look at in this group: the 83521 is a plain latch rated UL 3 hour for BBL, KNL, CNL and PLL trim, and the 83518 is the adjustable square drive UL 3 hour version. Those are Kwikset-chassis parts and will not fit a Falcon T Series lock body, so on a Falcon lockset the correct path is the Falcon component.
10) Will the Emtek 83228 square corner faceplate fit the Falcon 23981152?
No. The Emtek 83228 is a faceplate and screw set for a tubular pocket door privacy latch with square corners, a privacy/bed/bath function part from Emtek's Parts series. The Falcon 23981152 is a complete anti-friction deadlatch with its own 1-1/8 inch by 2-1/4 inch square corner faceplate sized to Falcon T Series prep and finished in 626 Satin Chrome. Square corners on both does not make them interchangeable - the Emtek piece is a pocket door latch cover, not a deadlatch faceplate.
11) What is the difference between the Falcon 23981152 deadlatch and the Emtek LC9-DBLTCH deadbolt latch?
They serve different lock types. The Falcon 23981152 is a mechanical anti-friction deadlatch that carries the latchbolt for a Falcon T Series lever or knob lockset and retracts with the handle. The Emtek LC9-DBLTCH is a motorized deadbolt latch from the EMPowered series, the bolt assembly for an electrified deadbolt that throws and retracts on command. One is a handle-operated latch for a commercial lockset, the other is a powered deadbolt component, so neither replaces the other in the same bore.
12) What finish does this Falcon T Series latch come in, and does the finish need to match my lever trim?
It is supplied in 626 Satin Chrome. On a latch, only the faceplate shows in the door edge, so 626 reads as a clean match alongside satin chrome or brushed nickel-toned lever trim. If your openings are standardized on a brass or bronze finish, the exposed edge plate will not match.
13) I'm maintaining a building full of Falcon T Series levers. Is it worth stocking this latch on the shelf?
The latch is the part that wears first in a cylindrical lock, and the 23981152 is the OEM-spec T Series replacement in 2-3/4 inch backset with a 1-1/8 x 2-1/4 inch square corner face. If your T Series openings are standardized on that backset and faceplate shape, one part number covers every one of those doors, which is why service techs stock it rather than replacing whole chassis.
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Does the Falcon 23981152 626 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Falcon 23981152 626 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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