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Marks USA 195SSL Grade 1, Privacy Anti-Ligature Clutched Lever Lockset

Marks USA MAR195SSL 195SSL Grade 1 Anti-Ligature Clutched Lever Lockset — Privacy, 3-Hour Fire Rated

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Marks USA 195SSL Grade 1 Anti-Ligature Clutched Lever Lockset — Privacy, 3-Hour Fire Rated

The Marks USA 195SSL is a Grade 1 Privacy Anti-Ligature Clutched Lever Lockset engineered for demanding commercial environments where durability, safety, and long-term performance are essential. Built on the Survivor leverset platform, this cylindrical lockset features a unique stainless steel clutch mechanism and bronze roller bearings that allow levers to swing freely when locked, eliminating lever droop and dramatically reducing wear on internal components. Rated for over 3.6 million cycles — exceeding BHMA Grade 1 specifications by 300% — and carrying a 3-Hour Fire Rating, the 195SSL is designed for doors with a thickness of 1-5/8" to 1-7/8" and supports both 2-3/8" and 2-3/4" backsets.

Key Features

  • Exceptional Cycle Durability: Exceeds BHMA Grade 1 specifications by 300% with over 3.6 million cycles tested, ensuring long-term reliability in high-traffic commercial applications.
  • Unique Stainless Steel Clutch Mechanism: When locked, levers disengage from the retractor and interior mechanisms, swinging freely without resistance to eliminate lever droop and reduce component wear.
  • Cast Bronze Roller Bearings: Cylindrical lock chassis constructed with cast retractors on bronze roller bearings for smooth, durable operation over millions of cycles.
  • Door Thickness & Backset Compatibility: Designed for doors 1-5/8" to 1-7/8" thick; accommodates 2-3/8" and 2-3/4" backsets. For 1-3/8" doors, use K1904 spacer.
  • Latch #1834 Specifications: Front measures 1-1/8" x 2-1/4" with a 9/16" throw and stainless steel nose for reliable latching performance.
  • Thru-Bolted Rose Assembly: 3-7/16" diameter spring-loaded roses secured with 2 #10 thru-bolts for a solid, tamper-resistant installation.
  • Strike #1135: Includes a 4-7/8" ASA curved lip strike for proper door frame engagement.
  • Solid Cast Zamac Levers: Levers feature a 1/2" return (except 395 & 495 models) for a professional, ergonomic grip.
  • Marks Lifetime Mechanical Warranty: Backed by Marks USA's Lifetime Mechanical Warranty for long-term confidence and protection.

Certifications & Compliance

  • ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 — Exceeds specification by 300% (over 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

  • Healthcare and Behavioral Health Facilities
  • Educational Institutions and Schools
  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Multi-Tenant Residential and Dormitory Properties
  • Correctional and Detention Facilities
  • Hospitality and Hotel Properties

Why Marks USA 195SSL?

Marks USA 195SSL leversets deliver professional-grade reliability through a patented stainless steel clutch mechanism and cast bronze roller bearing chassis that exceed BHMA Grade 1 cycle requirements by 300% — surpassing 3.6 million cycles. With 3-Hour Fire Rating, ADA compliance, UL listing, and a Lifetime Mechanical Warranty, the 195SSL is engineered for the most demanding commercial door applications where anti-ligature safety and long-term durability are non-negotiable.

Manufacturer Resources

Marks USA Product Catalog

Product Specs

Series:
195 Series
Latch Throw:
9/16"
Grade:
Grade 1
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Bored Locksets
Product Type:
Cylindrical Locks
Subcategory:
Cylindrical Locks
ANSI/BHMA:
ANSI/BHMA, UL Listed
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Lock Type:
Cylindrical
Function Description:
Latch retracted by knobs/levers at all times
Front Size:
1-1/8” x 2-1/4”
ADA Compliant:
Yes
Keyed:
No
ANSI Function:
F75
Product Attribute:
Cylindrical Locks
Product Function:
Passage/Hall/Closet
Latch Type Specification:
Deadlocking
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Backset (Distance):
2-3/4"
Department:
Door Hardware

Marks USA 195SSL/32D – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Marks USA 195SSL fit a 1-3/8 inch door?
Not on its own. The 195SSL leverset is built for doors 1-5/8 to 1-7/8 inches thick. On a 1-3/8 inch door you need the K1904 spacer to make it up. Standard 1-3/4 inch commercial doors fall inside the range with nothing extra.
2) What backset does the Marks 195SSL lockset use, and will it drop into an existing 2-3/8 inch prep?
Both of the common backsets are covered. The 195SSL ships with a 2-3/4 inch backset latch and also accommodates 2-3/8 inch, so it works on either of the two bores you are likely to find in an existing door. The 1834 latch front measures 1-1/8 by 2-1/4 inches, which is the standard face prep.
3) Will the Marks 195SSL latch work with the strike already in my frame?
It depends what is in the frame now. The 195SSL uses a 9/16 inch deadlocking latch throw and comes with the 1135 strike, a 4-7/8 inch ASA curved lip. If your frame is prepped for a 4-7/8 inch ASA strike, the supplied strike drops straight in. A frame cut for a small 2-3/4 inch T-strike will need to be modified or the existing strike reused, and with only 9/16 inch of throw the strike lip and door gap need to be right for the latch to seat.
4) Is the Marks 195SSL a privacy lock or a passage lock?
There is a conflict worth settling before you order: the 195SSL is described as a privacy leverset, while the function data on record is ANSI F75 passage, latch retracted by the levers at all times. F75 has no locking button. If you need a bathroom or bedroom door that locks from the inside, confirm the function code on the order rather than assuming from the model number. It is non-keyed either way.
5) Can I use the Marks 195SSL on a 3-hour fire rated door?
Yes. The 195SSL carries a 3-hour fire rating and is UL Listed, so it can go on a labeled opening up to that rating. It is also ADA compliant, which matters on the same doors in schools, healthcare and government buildings where the lever has to be operable without tight grasping.
6) What does anti-ligature actually mean on the Marks 195SSL lever, and is it enough for a behavioral health room?
The anti-ligature behavior here comes from a stainless steel clutch. When the lock is secured, the levers disengage from the retractor and swing freely instead of holding load, so there is nothing to droop or bear weight on. That is the clutched-lever approach used in behavioral health and detention work. Note it is a standard lever shape rather than a sloped ligature-resistant paddle, so if your facility's spec calls for a fully sloped return with no catch point, check the lever profile against that spec.
7) What is the closest Grade 1 passage lever equivalent to the Marks USA 195SSL?
The Cal-Royal CAL30 Calypso is the nearest straight equivalent: it is a Grade 1 extra heavy duty passage lever with a Passage/Hall/Closet function, the same function the 195SSL carries as ANSI F75 with the latch retracted by the levers at all times. The difference that decides the order is the chassis behavior and the door range. The 195SSL uses a stainless steel clutch that lets the levers swing free, and is built for doors 1-5/8 inch to 1-7/8 inch thick, while the CAL30 covers 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors. On a thin 1-3/8 inch door the CAL30 works as supplied; the 195SSL needs the K1904 spacer.
8) We want keypad access on a behavioral health door instead of the mechanical Marks USA 195SSL - what fits the same door thickness?
Two standalone electronic cylindrical locks share the 195SSL's 1-5/8 inch to 1-7/8 inch door range: the Alarm Lock Trilogy T2 DL2700, a Grade 1 standalone electronic cylindrical lock with a digital keypad, 100 user codes and IC/SFIC compatibility, and the Alarm Lock Trilogy 4100, Grade 1 with a privacy function and keypad. The DL5200 double-sided electronic cylindrical lock covers the same 1-5/8 inch to 1-7/8 inch thickness with keypads on both sides. All three add a battery-powered electronic chassis in place of the 195SSL's clutched mechanical one.
9) The door has to lock with a key - what do I order instead of the Marks USA 195SSL?
The 195SSL is non-keyed, so it cannot take a cylinder. For a keyed cylindrical lever on the same door, the Dorma C853 is a Grade 1 entry keyed single cylinder lever in the C800 series for doors 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch thick, and the Dorma C150 is a Grade 1 heavy duty cylindrical lock in an entry/office function with the same 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch range. At Grade 2 the Orca Hardware OCL250 is a medium duty entrance cylindrical lockset.
10) How durable is the Marks 195SSL for a high-traffic corridor or dormitory?
Cycle testing is where this one separates. The 195SSL is rated past 3.6 million cycles, 300 percent over the ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 requirement, on a chassis with cast retractors riding bronze roller bearings. For a dorm corridor, a school classroom wing, or a hospital door that swings hundreds of times a day, that is the spec that decides how often you are back at the door.
11) What finish does the Marks 195SSL come in, and will it match the rest of my openings?
One finish: US32D satin stainless steel. That is the standard commercial finish on most institutional openings, so it will sit alongside existing 630/US32D lever hardware, push plates and hinges. If your building is standardized on satin chrome, oil-rubbed bronze or brass, this leverset will not match.
12) What comes in the box with the Marks 195SSL lockset, and do I need anything else to install it?
The set is complete for a standard install: chassis, levers, the 1834 latch with its stainless steel nose, the 1135 ASA strike, and 3-7/16 inch spring-loaded roses that thru-bolt with two #10 bolts. Thru-bolting is what keeps the roses from working loose on a heavily used door. The only extra part in normal work is the K1904 spacer, and that is only if the door is 1-3/8 inches thick.
13) I need a Grade 1 privacy lever but on a thinner or thicker door than the Marks 195SSL covers. What else is there?
The Cal-Royal CAL20 is the wider-range option: it is a Grade 1 privacy/bed/bath cylindrical lock listed for doors 1-3/8 to 2 inches, so it covers both the thin older doors and the thicker ones the 195SSL misses. What it does not give you is the clutched anti-ligature lever action. If your reason for the 195SSL is behavioral health rather than function, do not swap on thickness alone.
14) Is a Grade 2 lever like the Orca OCL240 good enough instead of the Marks 195SSL?
Different duty class, different job. The Orca OCL240 is a medium duty Grade 2 privacy lockset, fine for light commercial or interior doors that see modest traffic. The 195SSL is Grade 1 tested past 3.6 million cycles and 3-hour fire rated. On a labeled opening, a dorm corridor, or anywhere anti-ligature is in the spec, the Grade 2 lever is not a substitute.
15) Does the Marks 195SSL take a key or a cylinder?
No cylinder at all. The 195SSL is non-keyed, so there is no keyway to match, nothing to key alike, and no SFIC core to order. If you need keyed control on the opening, this is the wrong chassis, and a keyed Grade 1 cylindrical lever such as the Dorma C853 entrance lock is the direction to look.
16) Is there a lighter duty passage lever than the Marks USA 195SSL for low traffic doors?
Yes. The Orca Hardware OCL210 is a medium duty Grade 2 passage cylindrical lockset with the same Passage/Hall/Closet function the 195SSL carries, and the Dorma CL701 is a Grade 2 non-keyed lever in the CL700 series, also Passage/Hall/Closet. Both step down from the 195SSL's Grade 1 rating and neither uses the clutched free-swinging lever chassis, so on a closet or a private office they cover the function while the 195SSL is the one specified where the cycle count and anti-ligature behavior matter.
17) Our doors are 1-3/4 inch only and we want a credential reader - which Grade 1 cylindrical locks should I look at rather than the Marks USA 195SSL?
For a 1-3/4 inch door the Schlage CO-100 is a Grade 1 heavy duty standalone electronic cylindrical lock in a privacy function with keypad and cylinder options, the TownSteel FCE-2000 is a Grade 1 heavy duty standalone motorized cylindrical lockset with RFID in a classroom function, and the Schlage XE360M is a Grade 1 wireless tubular lock with a smart mobile reader in a classroom/storeroom function. The 195SSL is the mechanical non-keyed alternative on the same openings, with no batteries or credentials to manage.
18) Is a Lockey keyless pushbutton lock an alternative to the Marks USA 195SSL?
Only for a different job. The Lockey 2830 is a mechanical pushbutton keyless knob lock with an auto-locking passage function for doors 1-1/8 inch to 2 inch thick, and the Lockey 1600 is a heavy duty mechanical keyless knob lock with an adjustable backset over the same 1-1/8 inch to 2 inch range. Both are knob trim with a code entry, so they are code-controlled access on a thinner or thicker door than the 195SSL's 1-5/8 inch to 1-7/8 inch range. The 195SSL is an ADA compliant lever with a fixed 2-3/4 inch backset option, which is what a drawing calling for lever operation will accept.
19) How does the Marks USA 195SSL compare with a Stanley QCL150 lever for a commercial opening?
The Stanley Security QCL100 series QCL150 is a Grade 2 entrance lever, Sierra bent lever with rose, less cylinder, on a square 2-3/4 inch backset latch with a 4-7/8 inch by 1-1/4 inch ASA strike. The 195SSL shares the 2-3/4 inch backset and ships with a 4-7/8 inch ASA curved lip strike, so the frame prep lines up, but it is Grade 1 and non-keyed in a Passage/Hall/Closet function while the QCL150 is a keyed entrance lock supplied less cylinder. Match the function on the door schedule first, then the backset.
20) Does handing matter when ordering the Marks 195SSL?
No. The 195SSL is a cylindrical bored lockset with levers on both sides and a latch retracted from either side at all times, so there is no hand to specify. The latch face is reversible for left or right swing in the normal way for this chassis type. What you do need to get right is door thickness and backset.
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