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Kwikset 818VNHLIP Vancouver Handleset - Deadbolt Keyed One Side featuring SmartKey

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Model: 818VNHLIP-26S.STRKP
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KWIKSET 818VNH SMT VANCOUVER ONE PIECE HANDLESET OVERVIEW

Vancouver Single Cylinder One Piece Handleset With Smartkey, Exterior Only. Interior Pack required.

Looking for a door lock that combines style and security? Look no further than the Kwikset Signature Series™ product. This lock is perfect for exterior doors that require key entry and top-notch security. Featuring SmartKey Security™ technology, this lock protects against advanced break-in techniques and allows you to re-key your lock yourself in seconds. Plus, it's compatible with Kwikset (KW1) keyway or (SC1) keyway options, making it a versatile choice for any home. This lock comes with 2 keys and is designed for use as a non-functioning handleset on the exterior of your home. The latch has a round corner faceplate and the handleset deadbolt is ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified, meaning it has been rigorously tested for strength and durability. With an adjustable backset of 2-3/8" to 2-3/4", this lock fits all standard door preparations. The 1-inch deadbolt throw ensures maximum security for your home. And don't worry about installation - it's easy and can be done in just a few minutes with a screwdriver. You'll also receive a lifetime mechanical and finish warranty, so you can trust that this lock will last for years to come. And with Microban Antimicrobial product protection, your door hardware will stay 99.9% cleaner than unprotected surfaces, giving you peace of mind and a healthier home.

PRODUCT FEATURES

  • Designer style and superior security with this Kwikset Signature Series™ product
  • For use on exterior doors where keyed entry and security is needed
  • Featuring SmartKey Security™, which protects against advanced break-in techniques and allows you to re-key your lock yourself in seconds.
  • SmartKey Security™ re-key technology is compatible with Kwikset (KW1) keyway or (SC1) keyway options - On applicable locks and deadbolts
  • Comes with 2 keys
  • Latch has round corner faceplate
  • Handleset Deadbolt ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified
  • Latch has adjustable backset 2-3/8"" to 2-3/4"" to fit all standard door preparations
  • 1 in. deadbolt throw
  • Easily installs in minutes with just a screwdriver
  • Lifetime mechanical and finish warranty
  • Microban Antimicrobial product protection keeps door hardware 99.9% cleaner than unprotected surfaces

 

RESOURCES & DOWNLOADS

818VNH SMT Vancouver One Piece Handleset Door Installation Sheet
818VNH SMT Vancouver One Piece Handleset Door Installation Guide
Smartkey Instructions

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Series:
Signature Series
Collection:
Vancouver
Grade:
Grade 1
Warranty:
Limited Lifetime Finish, Limited Lifetime Mechanical
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Handlesets
Product Type:
Handlesets
Subcategory:
Handlesets
Keyed Function:
Single Cylinder
Commercial/Residential:
Residential
Keyed:
Yes
Lock Function:
Entry/Office
Cylinder and Keyways:
SmartKey Security
Handle Type:
Handleset
Features:
SmartKey
Product Function:
Entrance
Door Hand Direction:
Reversible
Product Details:
Exterior Only
Product Style:
Contemporary
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Department:
Door Hardware

Kwikset 818VNHLIP-26S.STRKP – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Does the Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver handleset come with the inside knob or lever?
No. The 818VNH Vancouver is the exterior half only, a one-piece handleset with the deadbolt keyed on the outside. You have to order a Kwikset interior pack separately to get the inside knob or lever and interior deadbolt turn. Budget for that second line item or the door will not be complete when the crew shows up.
2) Will the Kwikset Vancouver handleset fit my existing door prep?
The latch has an adjustable backset that sets to either 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inches, which covers both standard residential bore preps, and the latch face is a round corner faceplate. The deadbolt throws a full 1 inch. If your existing latch mortise was cut square corner, you'll need to square the pocket or swap faceplates.
3) Can I key the Vancouver handleset to match the other locks in my building?
It uses Kwikset SmartKey, which lets you re-key the cylinder yourself in seconds with the reset tool and a working key, and it accepts either the Kwikset KW1 or Schlage SC1 keyway. For a property manager with mixed hardware that means you can bring these onto an existing key without a locksmith. Two keys ship with it.
4) Is the Kwikset 818 Vancouver deadbolt strong enough for a rental entry door?
The handleset deadbolt is ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified, the top residential/commercial durability and security tier, with a 1 inch throw into the strike. That's a step above most residential handlesets, which sit at Grade 2, and it's a reasonable spec for a tenant-facing front door.
5) What is the closest equivalent to the Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver handleset if I want a complete keyed entry set with the interior trim included?
The Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver is a single cylinder handleset supplied as exterior only, so an interior pack has to be ordered with it. If you want the interior trim to come as part of the set, the Schlage Residential F60 Addison single cylinder keyed entry handleset ships with an Accent lever on the inside, and the Weslock 2810 Hillcrest single cylinder handleset comes with a Hudson knob. Both are keyed entry handlesets like the Vancouver; the Schlage F60 is Grade 2 while the Vancouver deadbolt is ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified.
6) I need a handleset for a 2-1/4 inch thick door - will the Kwikset Vancouver work?
The Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver latch has an adjustable backset of 2-3/8 inch to 2-3/4 inch for standard door preparations. For thicker slabs, the Weslock 1411 Traditionale Colonial single cylinder handleset with Eleganti knob covers a 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch door thickness range, and the Yale Real Living BYRD226NRRX Assure standalone touchscreen deadbolt with Ridgefield handleset covers the same 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch range.
7) What should I use instead of the Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver on a door that does not need a key?
The Vancouver 818VNH is keyed, single cylinder, entrance function. If the opening does not need keyed entry, the Schlage Residential JE285 Barcelona handleset with Seville lever is a non-keyed entry function Grade 2 set, and for a purely decorative inactive leaf the Weslock 2815 Hillcrest with New Heaven lever and the Weslock 6695 Belmont with Impresa knob are dummy handlesets.
8) Is the Emtek 3002 Memphis mortise handleset a substitute for the Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver?
No. The Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver is a keyed single cylinder entrance handleset with a SmartKey cylinder and a 1 inch deadbolt throw. The Emtek 3002 Memphis brass mortise entrance handleset is a dummy function trim, as are the Emtek 3004 Hamilton, 3005 Melrose, and 3006 Manhattan. They look like entry handlesets but do not provide keyed security, and they are mortise trim rather than a tubular installation.
9) I need a double cylinder entry handleset for a door with glass beside it - what can I use instead of the Kwikset Vancouver?
The Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver is single cylinder, keyed one side with a thumbturn inside. Where the local requirement or the glass lite calls for key operation on both sides, the Baldwin Estates 6542 Tremont double cylinder entry mortise trim is a double cylinder entrance set for 1-3/4 inch doors. The matching Baldwin 6542 Tremont single cylinder entry mortise trim is the single cylinder version of the same trim.
10) Do I need to order the Vancouver handleset left hand or right hand?
Handing is not a factor. The Vancouver one-piece handleset is reversible, so the same part works on a left or right hand door. That's helpful if you're buying for a mixed set of entries and don't want to track swing per opening.
11) Is the Kwikset Vancouver handleset a commercial lock?
It's built and catalogued for residential use, entry/office function, even though the deadbolt carries a Grade 1 rating. For apartment corridor or commercial openings that need a fire label or a commercial lock spec, this isn't the part. It's aimed at single-family and multi-family unit entry doors.
12) I just need a matching handleset on an inactive or decorative door. Is this the right part?
No, the Vancouver 818 is a keyed single cylinder entry unit with a working deadbolt. For an inactive leaf or a dummy application, go with a dummy handleset such as the Emtek 3006 Manhattan brass mortise handleset or the Weslock 2815 Hillcrest dummy with New Heaven lever. You'll pay for hardware you don't need if you buy a keyed unit for a fixed door.
13) Which handlesets besides the Kwikset Vancouver have an adjustable backset for standard door prep?
The Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver latch adjusts 2-3/8 inch to 2-3/4 inch. Sure-Loc also builds adjustable backset into its handlesets: the Aspen AN507 single cylinder keyed entry, the Madison MA507 keyed entry, the Alta AT507 tubular handleset, and the Coral CR507 all carry an adjustable backset, so a single part covers either standard bore spacing.
14) We rekey units constantly - what are the alternatives to the Kwikset Vancouver SmartKey handleset for a rental turn?
The Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver uses SmartKey Security, which lets you rekey the cylinder yourself in seconds and accepts either the KW1 or SC1 keyway. If you would rather move to keyless turnover instead of rekeying, the Yale Real Living BYRD256 CBARX Assure key free touchscreen deadbolt with Ridgefield passage handleset and the BYRD226CBARX Assure Wi-Fi Bluetooth touchscreen deadbolt with Ridgefield handleset let you change codes rather than cylinders, and both fit 1-3/4 inch to 2-1/4 inch doors.
15) Are there solid brass handleset alternatives to the Kwikset Vancouver for a higher-end entry?
The Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver is a contemporary residential handleset offered in Venetian Bronze, Satin Nickel, Polished Chrome, and Matte Black. For a solid brass entry set, Deltana offers the 803871B Hanover, 815871 St. Ann, and 825871 Kingston handlesets, all solid brass entry function, and the Deltana 810871 Montego handleset fits doors 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch thick.
16) What handleset should I use if the opening needs an interconnected lock rather than a separate deadbolt and handle?
The Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver is a handleset with a separate single cylinder deadbolt and a non-functioning exterior grip. If the opening needs a single-motion interconnected trim instead, the Schlage Residential JI18/19 interconnected passage lock pairs a keyed deadbolt with a Torino lever in satin stainless steel, is Grade 2, and fits doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch thick.
17) Is there a simpler single cylinder handleset than the Kwikset Vancouver for a 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch door?
Yes. The Pamex FS7P31 Lexington single cylinder handleset in satin nickel is an entry function set covering doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch thick. The Kwikset 818VNH Vancouver differs in that its deadbolt is ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified and its cylinder is SmartKey, which is field rekeyable to either the KW1 or SC1 keyway.
18) Does the Kwikset Vancouver handleset have an antimicrobial coating?
Yes, Microban antimicrobial protection is built into the finish, which Kwikset states keeps the hardware 99.9 percent cleaner than unprotected surfaces. That's a point worth noting for healthcare, senior living, or hospitality touchpoints where high-touch hardware is part of the cleaning spec.
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