Falcon W511 Grade 2 Entry/Office Cylindrical Lever Lock
The Falcon W511 Grade 2 cylindrical lever lock delivers reliable entrance/office function for commercial applications requiring medium-duty performance. Designed for door thickness 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" with a standard 2-3/4" backset, this non-handed lock accepts interchangeable cores for fast re-keying and meets ANSI/BHMA A156.2 Series 4000 Grade 2 standards. UL listed for 3-hour fire door applications with heavy-duty torsion springs to prevent lever sag.
Key Features
- Door Compatibility: Fits door thickness 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" with standard 2-3/4" backset.
- Grade 2 Construction: ANSI/BHMA A156.2 Series 4000 Grade 2 certified for reliable commercial performance.
- Heavy-Duty Torsion Springs: Prevent lever sag and maintain consistent operation over the lock's service life.
- Non-Handed Design: Installs on any door without field disassembly for re-handing.
- Interchangeable Core System: Compatible with SFIC and conventional 6-pin cylinders; cores from other manufacturers accepted for flexible key management.
- 3-Hour Fire Rating: UL listed for 3-hour fire door applications with A label certification.
- Stainless Steel Latch: 1/2" throw with self-adjusting fronts to accommodate beveled or flat doors.
- 10-Year Limited Warranty: Manufacturer-backed coverage for commercial installations.
Technical Specifications
- ANSI/BHMA: F109
- Backset: 2-3/4"
- Door Thickness: 1-3/8" to 1-3/4"
- Duty Level: Medium Duty
- Grade: Grade 2
- Lock Function: Entrance/Office
- Lock Type: Cylindrical
- Handle Type: Lever
- Keyed Function: Single Cylinder
- Cylinder and Keyways: G Keyway
- Door Hand Direction: Non-Handed
- Standard Latch: 1/2" Throw
- Standard Strike: ANSI 1-1/4" x 4-7/8" Curved Lip
- Series: W Series
- Model: W511
Installation Overview
- Verify door preparation: thickness 1-3/8" to 1-3/4", backset 2-3/4".
- Use manufacturer templates to mark mounting hole locations on door and frame.
- Drill and rout required holes per manufacturer instructions.
- Install mounting hardware and secure to door and frame per torque specifications.
- Adjust latch and lever alignment for smooth operation.
- Test full operation and make final adjustments. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete details.
Typical Applications
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- Retail Establishments
- Multi-Family Residential Properties
- Government and Municipal Buildings
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
Why Falcon W511?
The W511 combines Grade 2 durability, a 3-hour UL fire rating, and interchangeable core flexibility in a non-handed cylindrical lever lock backed by a 10-year limited warranty — a dependable choice for property managers, contractors, and facilities teams specifying commercial entrance hardware.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Series:
- W Series
- Grade:
- Grade 2
- Duty Level:
- Medium Duty
- Keyed Function:
- Single Cylinder
- Standard Latch:
- 1/2" Throw
- Standard Strike:
- ANSI 1-1/4" x 4-7/8" Curved Lip
- ANSI/BHMA:
- F109
- Product Group:
- Mechanical Locks
- Product Subgroup:
- Bored Locksets
- Product Type:
- Leversets
- Subcategory:
- Cylindrical Locks
- Keyed:
- Yes
- Electronic:
- No
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Cylinder and Keyways:
- G Keyway
- Lock Type:
- Cylindrical
- Handle Type:
- Lever
- Lock Function:
- Entrance/Office
- Product Attribute:
- Cylindrical Locks
- Tags:
- falcon w511, w511 falcon
- Product Model:
- W511
- Product Function:
- Entrance/Office
- Door Hand Direction:
- Non-Handed
- Collection:
- W511 series
- Product Category:
- Mechanical Locks
- Backset (Distance):
- 2-3/4"
- Department:
- Door Hardware