Marks USA MAR195SSB 195SSB LifeSaver Anti-Ligature Institution Lever Lockset — Grade 1, 3-Hour Fire Rated

Marks USA 195SSB LifeSaver Anti-Ligature Institution Lever Lockset — Grade 1, 3-Hour Fire Rated

The Marks USA 195SSB LifeSaver Institution Lever Lockset is a heavy-duty cylindrical lockset engineered for demanding institutional environments where durability, safety, and anti-ligature design are critical. Built on the Grade 1 LifeSaver Series platform, this lockset exceeds BHMA Grade 1 specifications by 300%, achieving over 3.6 million cycles of tested performance. It accommodates door thicknesses of 1-5/8" to 1-7/8" (with optional K1904 spacer for 1-3/8" doors) and is available with 2-3/8" and 2-3/4" backsets, making it a versatile solution for a wide range of commercial door applications. The 195SSB carries a 3-Hour Fire Rating and is UL Listed and ANSI/BHMA certified, ensuring full compliance with commercial building and life safety codes.

Key Features

• Exceeds BHMA Grade 1 by 300%: Tested to over 3.6 million cycles, far surpassing standard Grade 1 requirements for exceptional long-term reliability in high-traffic institutional settings.
• Unique Stainless Steel Clutch Mechanism: When locked, levers disengage from the retractor and interior mechanisms, swinging freely without resistance — dramatically reducing wear, eliminating lever droop, and extending service life.
• Anti-Ligature Design: The LifeSaver lever profile is specifically engineered for institutional and behavioral health environments where anti-ligature compliance is required.
• Cast Bronze Roller Bearing Retractors: All cylindrical lock chassis feature cast retractors on bronze roller bearings for smooth, durable operation across millions of cycles.
• 3-Hour Fire Rated: Meets 3-hour fire rating requirements; available with 2-3/8" and 2-3/4" backsets for flexible installation.
• Door Thickness Compatibility: Fits doors 1-5/8" to 1-7/8" thick; use K1904 spacer for 1-3/8" doors.
• Comprehensive Latch & Strike Hardware: Includes Latch #1834 with 1-1/8" x 2-1/4" front, 9/16" throw, stainless steel nose, and Strike #1135 — a 4-7/8" ASA curved lip strike.
• Solid Cast Zamac Levers: Levers feature solid cast zamac construction with 1/2" return (except 395 & 495 series) and thru-bolted roses at 3-7/16" diameter with spring-loaded 2-#10 thru-bolts.
• Marks Lifetime Mechanical Warranty: Backed by Marks USA's Lifetime Mechanical Warranty for lasting confidence in commercial installations.

Certifications & Compliance

• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 — Exceeds specification by 300% (3.6 million cycles)
• UL Listed
• 3-Hour Fire Rated
• ADA Compliant
• Marks Lifetime Mechanical Warranty

Technical Specifications

• Series: 195 Series
• Product Group: Mechanical Locks
• Product Subgroup: Bored Locksets
• ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA, UL Listed
• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Function Description: Latch retracted by knobs/levers at all times
• ADA Compliant: Yes
• Keyed: No
• ANSI Function: F75
• Product Function: Passage/Hall/Closet
• Latch Type Specification: Deadlocking
• Product Category: Mechanical Locks
• Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

• Behavioral Health and Psychiatric Facilities
• Correctional and Detention Institutions
• Hospital and Healthcare Facilities
• Educational Institutions and Schools
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Commercial Office Buildings
• Multi-Tenant Residential and Assisted Living Properties

Why Marks USA 195SSB?

Marks USA 195SSB LifeSaver locksets are built on a foundation of cast retractors on bronze roller bearings and a unique stainless steel clutch mechanism that eliminates lever droop and reduces interior wear — delivering over 3.6 million tested cycles, 300% beyond BHMA Grade 1 requirements. With a 3-Hour Fire Rating, UL Listing, ADA compliance, and a Lifetime Mechanical Warranty, the 195SSB is engineered for the most demanding commercial and institutional applications where safety, longevity, and anti-ligature performance are non-negotiable.