Falcon MA321 Grade 1 Privacy Mortise Lock with Field Reversible Operation
Heavy-Duty Commercial Privacy Lock Solution
The Falcon MA321 Privacy Mortise Lock delivers Grade 1 performance for demanding commercial applications including offices, educational facilities, hospitals, and high-traffic environments. This non-keyed privacy function lock features forged escutcheons for added strength, cold-formed steel construction with zinc plating and dichromate coating for corrosion resistance, and UL listed 3-hour fire rating certification. The field reversible design allows easy re-handing in the field with a 2-piece anti-friction stainless steel latch bolt for smooth operation.
Professional Features & Benefits
- Grade 1 Heavy-Duty Performance: ANSI/BHMA 156.13 Series 1000 certified for high-traffic, high-abuse commercial environments with exceptional durability.
- Forged Construction: Forged escutcheons and cold-formed steel components with zinc plating and dichromate coating provide superior strength and corrosion resistance.
- Field Reversible Operation: Easy re-handing capability in the field with 2-piece anti-friction stainless steel latch bolt for flexible installation and maintenance.
- Fire Rating Compliance: UL listed 3-hour A label fire door rating ensures code compliance for fire-rated openings and emergency egress applications.
- Privacy Function Design: Non-keyed privacy/bed/bath function provides secure interior privacy control without external key override requirements.
- Flexible Trim Options: Wide variety of lever and knob trim packages available with multiple finish options to match existing or new design environments.
- Commercial-Grade Materials: Heavy gauge brass or stainless steel construction meets ANSI Standard A115.1 for frame preparation with robust mounting hardware.
Technical Specifications
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Department: Door Hardware
- Door Hand Direction: Field Reversible
- Duty Level: Heavy Duty
- Electronic: No
- Fire Rating: Yes
- Grade: Grade 1
- Keyed: No
- Keyed Function: Non-Keyed
- Lock Function: Privacy/Bed/Bath
- Lock Type: Mortise
- Product Attribute: Mortise Locks
- Product Category: Mechanical Locks
- Product Function: Privacy/Bed/Bath
- Product Group: Mechanical Locks
- Product Model: MA321
- Product Subgroup: Mortise Locks and Trim
- Product Type: Mortise Locks
- Series: MA Series
- Subcategory: Mortise Locks
- UL Listing Type: UL listed 3-hour fire door, A label
Installation & Operation
- Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness, stile width, and handing as applicable to this product.
- Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and/or frame surfaces.
- Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
- Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
- Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
- Test device operation to verify proper function and make final adjustments as needed. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.
Professional Applications
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
- Government and Municipal Buildings
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
- Hotel and Hospitality Properties
Fire Rating Compliance
This MA321 mortise lock carries UL listed 3-hour A label fire door certification, making it suitable for fire-rated openings where code compliance is required. The heavy-duty construction and certified components ensure reliable operation during emergency situations while maintaining fire barrier integrity.
Why Choose Falcon Quality?
Falcon MA Series mortise locks deliver professional-grade reliability with forged escutcheons and cold-formed steel construction rated for Grade 1 heavy-duty performance. UL listed 3-hour fire rating certification and ANSI/BHMA 156.13 Series 1000 compliance ensure dependable operation in demanding commercial applications. Engineered for high-traffic, high-abuse environments where consistent performance and code compliance are essential.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Mechanical Locks
- Series:
- MA Series
- Grade:
- Grade 1
- Duty Level:
- Heavy Duty
- Keyed Function:
- Non-Keyed
- Subcategory:
- Mortise Locks
- Keyed:
- No
- Product Subgroup:
- Mortise Locks and Trim
- Product Type:
- Mortise Locks
- Lock Type:
- Mortise
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Electronic:
- No
- UL Listing Type:
- UL listed 3-hour fire door, A label
- Lock Function:
- Privacy/Bed/Bath
- Product Attribute:
- Mortise Locks
- Product Model:
- MA321
- Product Function:
- Privacy/Bed/Bath
- Door Hand Direction:
- Field Reversible
- Fire Rating:
- Yes
- Product Category:
- Mechanical Locks
- Department:
- Door Hardware