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Hager 3553 Grade 2 Cylindrical Entry Lever with 2-3/4" Backset and ASA Strike

Hager 3553 Grade 2 Cylindrical Entry Lever with 2-3/4" Backset and ASA Strike

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Hager 3553 Grade 2 Cylindrical Entry Lever with 2-3/4" Backset and ASA Strike

Professional Commercial Entry Lockset Solution

The Hager 3553 Grade 2 Cylindrical Entry Lever delivers reliable commercial-grade security with 2-3/4" backset configuration and included ASA strike. This standard duty commercial lockset accommodates door thickness from 1-3/8" to 2" and features a deadlocking latchbolt with 1/2" throw for enhanced security. BHMA Grade 2 certified construction with heavy gauge steel chassis provides dependable performance for commercial applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Flexible Door Compatibility: Accommodates door thickness from 1-3/8" to 2" with 2-3/4" backset for versatile installation options.
  • BHMA Grade 2 Certification: ANSI A156.2 Series 4000 Grade 2 certified for reliable commercial performance and code compliance.
  • Heavy-Duty Construction: Heavy gauge steel chassis with zinc dichromate coating provides exceptional corrosion resistance and durability.
  • Enhanced Security Features: Deadlocking latchbolt with 1/2" throw prevents manipulation when door is closed for improved security.
  • Fire Rating Compliance: UL/cUL Listed for all functions up to 3 hours "A" label single doors with UL10C Positive Pressure Rating.
  • ADA Compliant Design: Meets ANSI A117.1 Accessibility Code requirements for universal access applications.
  • Professional Installation: Non-handed design with no exposed mounting screws and removable thru-posts for clean, secure installation.
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 5 Year warranty coverage for added confidence and protection.

Technical Specifications

  • Backsets: 2-3/4"
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Door Strike: ASA Strike
  • Door Thickness: 1-3/8" to 2"
  • Functions: Single Cylinder
  • Grade: Grade 2
  • Handle Type: Lever
  • Keyed: Yes
  • Lock Type: Cylindrical
  • Subcategory: Cylindrical Locks
  • Warranty: 5 Year

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness from 1-3/8" to 2", 2-3/4" backset, and handing as applicable to this product.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
  4. Install all mounting hardware including removable thru-posts and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
  5. Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
  6. 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
  • Retail Establishments
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why Choose Hager Quality?

Hager cylindrical locksets deliver professional-grade reliability with heavy gauge steel construction and zinc dichromate coating for superior corrosion resistance. BHMA Grade 2 certification and UL fire rating up to 3 hours ensure code compliance and dependable performance. 5 Year warranty coverage provides added confidence for demanding commercial applications where reliable security is essential.

Product Specs

Warranty:
5 Year
Keyed Function:
Single Cylinder
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Bored Locksets
Product Type:
Leversets
Subcategory:
Cylindrical Locks
Keyed:
Yes
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Lock Type:
Cylindrical
Handle Type:
Lever
Grade:
Grade 2
Product Attribute:
Cylindrical Locks
Product Model:
3553
Product Function:
Entrance
Door Thickness Range:
1-3/8" to 2"
Door Strike:
ASA Strike
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Backset (Distance):
2-3/4"
Department:
Door Hardware

Hager 3553 26D WTN – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Hager 3553 entry lever fit a 1-3/8 inch door, or is it only for 1-3/4?
Door thickness range on the 3553 is 1-3/8 inch to 2 inches, so it covers the standard 1-3/4 inch commercial leaf, older 1-3/8 inch interior doors, and thicker 2 inch leaves without any special kit. That range is wider than a lot of Grade 2 cylindrical levers, which stop at 1-3/4.
2) Will the Hager 3553 latch pick up my existing ASA strike, or do I have to re-prep the frame?
An ASA strike ships with the 3553, and the latchbolt is a deadlocking bolt with a 1/2 inch throw. If your frame already has the standard ASA lip prep (the 1-1/4 x 4-7/8 inch cutout), the lock drops straight in and you can leave the frame alone. On a frame prepped for a smaller T-strike you will need to either re-prep or use the T-strike version, since the ASA cutout is larger.
3) Is the Hager 3553 lever handed? I do not know the swing on the openings yet.
Non-handed, so one part number covers left and right hand doors. That is the reason it works for a property manager buying a box of them for a building where the swings are mixed. There are no exposed mounting screws on the outside trim, and the thru-posts are removable for the install.
4) Is the Hager 3553 fire rated for a labeled door?
UL/cUL Listed for all functions up to 3 hour "A" label single doors, with a UL10C positive pressure rating. It is also ANSI A156.2 Series 4000 Grade 2 certified and meets the ANSI A117.1 accessibility code, which is what a facilities or MRO buyer needs on a corridor or stair door.
5) What does the SFIC prep option on the Hager 3553 mean, and do I get a core with it?
Two builds are offered: Standard, and SFIC Prep, Less Core. The SFIC version is machined to take a small format interchangeable core but ships without one, so you supply the core in your own keyway and keying, which is how most institutional and multi-building facilities keep everything on one system. If you are not running SFIC, order the Standard build.
6) Is the Hager 3553 an entry lock, and does it lock from the inside?
Entrance function with a single cylinder: key operation from the outside, thumbturn or button from the inside, no key needed to get out. That is the right pick for an office, tenant, or exterior entry door. If you need a door that stays locked outside at all times and is always free egress, a storeroom function like the Cal-Royal AG05 is the correct function instead, and for a classroom the Cal-Royal AG03 lever is the classroom-function equivalent.
7) What is the closest Grade 2 keyed cylindrical entry lever to the Hager 3553?
The Falcon B511CP6D is the nearest match. Both are Grade 2 cylindrical lever locks with a keyed entry-type function - the Hager 3553 is an Entrance function single-cylinder lockset, and the Falcon B511CP6D is an Entry/Office function medium duty lever lock in the Falcon B series. The Cal-Royal AG00 is another Grade 2 entrance lever, built for a 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch door with a 6-pin Schlage C keyway and a 2-3/8 inch backset. The Hager 3553 covers 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors and is offered in both 2-3/4 inch and 2-3/8 inch backsets, so it reaches thicker doors than the AG00.
8) I need a Grade 1 keyed lever instead of a Grade 2 for a high traffic opening - what replaces the Hager 3553?
The Dexter C1000 Series Entry/Office lever is the Grade 1 step up on a keyed entry opening; it is a clutching keyed cylindrical lever built for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors. The Hager 3553 is a Grade 2 cylindrical entry lever covering 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors, so on a door thicker than 1-3/4 inch the Dexter Entry/Office is outside its stated range. For a Grade 1 clutching lever in classroom rather than entry function, the Dexter C1000 Classroom covers the same 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors.
9) The opening does not need to lock - what do I use instead of the Hager 3553?
Drop to a passage lever, which latches without a cylinder. In Grade 2, the Falcon B101 is a non-handed cylindrical passage lever, the Accentra 5301LN Augusta is a passage/closet lever in the 5300 series, and the Design Hardware J75 is a flat lever passage lockset for a 1-3/4 inch door. In Grade 1, the Falcon K101 passage lock uses non-handed levers and covers 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch doors, and the Corbin Russwin CL3110 is a vandal resistant passage/closet lever for 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch doors. The Hager 3553 is keyed with a single cylinder, so none of these carry a key.
10) The door is a classroom or a storeroom, not a general entry - what do I order instead of the Hager 3553?
Function is the deciding difference. The Hager 3553 is an Entrance function lever. For a classroom opening, the Cal-Royal AG03 is a Grade 2 classroom lever with a 6-pin Schlage C keyway and a 2-3/4 inch backset, the same backset the Hager 3553 carries as standard. For a storeroom opening, the Cal-Royal AG05 is a Grade 2 storeroom lever with a deadlocking latchbolt for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors. In Grade 1, the Dexter C1000 Classroom Security lever covers 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors.
11) Is there a keyless alternative to the Hager 3553 for a door where I do not want to issue keys?
Yes. The Lockey 2835 is a mechanical pushbutton keyless lever lock with passage function and ADA compliance for 1 3/16 inch to 2 inch doors, and the 2835DC is the double combination version over the same door range. The Lockey 1150 is a heavy duty mechanical keypad lever set with passage function for 1-1/8 inch to 2 inch doors, and the 1150S adds an adjustable backset. The Delaney LP250 is a Grade 2 electronic keypad leverlock. The Hager 3553 is keyed with a single cylinder and is offered in a standard model and an SFIC prep less core model, so it is the choice when the opening has to key into an existing system.
12) Which alternatives to the Hager 3553 will fit a 2 inch thick door?
The Hager 3553 covers 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch. Among the alternatives that reach 2 inch: the Falcon K101 Grade 1 passage lever spans 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch, the Corbin Russwin CL3110 Grade 1 passage/closet lever spans 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch, the Dexter C1000 Asylum Grade 1 lock spans 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch, and the Arrow GL01 Grade 2 Sierra lever passage lock spans 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch. Several other Grade 2 entry levers, including the Cal-Royal AG00 and AG05, stop at 1-3/4 inch.
13) Should I use a Grade 2 cylindrical lever like the Hager 3553 or step up to Grade 1?
The 3553 is a Grade 2 commercial lockset with a heavy gauge steel chassis and zinc dichromate coating, which suits offices, tenant doors, retail, and multi-family entries. On a high traffic opening like a school corridor or a main entrance, a Grade 1 cylindrical is the heavier choice. From what we carry, the Dexter C1000 Series and the Falcon K Series are Grade 1 heavy duty cylindricals, and the Corbin Russwin CL3100 Series is a Grade 1 vandal resistant option. Note the K101 covers 1-3/8 to 2-1/4 inch doors and the CL3100 is listed 1-3/4 to 2 inch, so the Hager still wins on thin doors.
14) What lever designs and finishes does the Hager 3553 come in, and can I match the other doors in the building?
Three lever designs, Archer, August, and Withnell, and four finishes: 606 satin brass, 613 satin bronze oil-rubbed, 626 satin chrome, and BLK black. 626 satin chrome is the usual commercial default, so if you are adding to an existing building that is most likely the match. Pick the same lever design across the openings and the doors read as one set even where functions differ.
15) I need matching passage and privacy levers to go with a keyed entry lever. Can the Hager 3553 cover those doors too?
The 3553 is the keyed entrance lock only, so the interior hall, closet, and bath doors need separate non-keyed functions. Options we carry include the Falcon B101 Grade 2 passage lever, the Accentra 5301LN Augusta Grade 2 passage lever, and the Design Hardware J75 Grade 2 flat passage lever. For dummy trim on inactive leaves, the BEST 7KC Series single dummy is a Grade 2 match. Lever styling will not be identical to the Hager designs across brands, so if visual match matters, keep one brand across the suite.
16) Can the Hager 3553 replace a residential Grade 3 entry lever on a rental unit door?
Yes, and it is a step up in duty. Grade 3 levers such as the Kwikset 200 series and the Callan Artino are built for residential traffic; the 3553 is a Grade 2 commercial lockset. The thing to check before swapping is the bore: Grade 3 residential sets are often 2-3/8 inch backset in a 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch door, and the 3553 is available in 2-3/8 inch backset and covers 1-3/8 to 2 inch doors, so the existing prep usually carries over.
17) I need a keyless entry lever for a shared door instead of keys. Is there an alternative to the Hager 3553?
The 3553 is a keyed cylindrical lock, so if you want code entry rather than keys, look at a mechanical or electronic keypad leverset. From what we stock, the Lockey 2835 is a mechanical pushbutton keyless lever covering 1 3/16 to 2 inch doors, the Lockey 1150 is a heavy duty mechanical keypad lever for 1-1/8 to 2 inch doors, and the Delaney LP250 is a Grade 2 electronic keypad leverlock. Keyless removes the rekeying problem on doors with a lot of turnover.
18) Does the Hager 3553 meet ADA for a barrier-free opening?
The lever design meets ANSI A117.1 accessibility code requirements, which is what gets you the no-tight-grasping, no-twisting operation ADA asks for on the door hardware itself. Lever handle rather than knob is the operative point; a knob set on the same opening would not comply.
19) Can I use a Baldwin Estate 5103 or an Emtek Cortina lever in place of the Hager 3553?
No - those are not keyed entry locksets. The Baldwin Estate 5103 comes as a passage lever, a privacy lever, and left and right hand half dummy levers, and the Emtek Cortina and Arts and Crafts leversets are sold as dummy pairs. A dummy lever does not latch and a privacy lever locks with a thumbturn, not a key. The Hager 3553 is a keyed single cylinder Entrance function lever, so a keyed lockset is what replaces it.
20) What is a lighter duty entry lever than the Hager 3553 for a low traffic door?
The Grade 3 entry levers are the lighter option. The Cal-Royal AUS00 is a Grade 3 Entrance/Office lever with a solid brass forged body for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors, the Callan Artino is a Grade 3 entrance leverset, and the Master Lock BC series RL01 is a Grade 3 return style keyed entry lockset. The Hager 3553 is Grade 2 and commercial rated, with a door range of 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch.
21) I need the lever to release on a fire alarm or be controlled from a card reader - does the Hager 3553 do that?
No, the Hager 3553 is a mechanical keyed cylindrical entry lever. For electrified control, the Corbin Russwin CL33903 is a Grade 1 fail safe lever running on 12VAC/DC for 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch doors, available with the NZ lever and D rose. Note the door range: the CL33903 starts at 1-3/4 inch, while the Hager 3553 goes down to 1-3/8 inch.
22) Can I substitute a knob lockset for the Hager 3553 entry lever?
Only where the opening does not need a lever. The Arrow RL series HK11-BB is a turn-pushbutton entrance cylindrical lock with a ball knob and conventional cylinder for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Arrow MK33-BD-CS is a Grade 2 heavy duty asylum function ball knob lock with a conventional cylinder in the Schlage C keyway. The Hager 3553 is a lever, which is what ADA-governed openings generally call for, and it is offered in Archer, August, and Withnell lever designs.
23) I need matching trim on the inactive leaf next to a Hager 3553 - what dummy lever do I order?
A dummy lever provides the pull with no latch. In Grade 2, the BEST 7KC single dummy trim is a medium duty non-keyed cylindrical lever and the Callan Bentley is a Grade 2 dummy lever. In Grade 1, the BEST 9K series 1DT single dummy trim and the Accentra 455LN Augusta are heavy duty non-keyed dummy levers. The Hager 3553 itself is a keyed single cylinder entrance lockset, so it is the active leaf and the dummy handles the fixed leaf.
24) Is the Hager 3553 suitable for a coastal or wash-down area where hardware corrodes?
The chassis is heavy gauge steel with a zinc dichromate coating for corrosion resistance, which handles interior commercial and covered exterior openings. Finish also matters on exposure: 626 satin chrome and BLK black hold up visually better than 606 satin brass in weathered conditions.
25) Is a cylindrical lock like the Hager 3553 the right choice, or should I be specifying a mortise lock?
A cylindrical bored lock like the 3553 goes into a simple two-hole prep, the cross bore in the face and a bore through the edge for the latch, which makes it fast to install and fast to swap on an existing door. A mortise lock needs a pocket routed into the door edge and is the heavier answer for very high traffic openings or where you want a deadbolt and latch in one case. For a Grade 2 commercial entry on a standard prepped door, cylindrical is the normal spec.
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