Marks USA 195SSN Grade 1 Anti-Ligature Clutched Lever Lockset — Passage Function, 2-3/4in Backset, 3-Hour Fire Rated
The Marks USA 195SSN is a Grade 1 commercial cylindrical lockset engineered for demanding environments where durability, safety, and long-term performance are critical. Featuring the Survivor Series' unique stainless steel clutch mechanism and bronze roller bearings, this passage-function lever lockset exceeds BHMA Grade 1 specifications by 300%, achieving over 3.6 million cycles. Designed for door thicknesses of 1-5/8" to 1-7/8" (with optional K1904 spacer for 1-3/8" doors) and a 2-3/4" backset, it ships with a #1135 4-7/8" ASA curved lip ANSI strike and is 3-Hour Fire Rated. ADA compliant and UL Listed, this lockset is ideal for high-traffic commercial applications requiring anti-ligature design.
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 environments.
- Unique Stainless Steel Clutch Mechanism: When locked, levers disengage from the retractor and interior mechanisms, swinging freely without resistance — eliminating lever droop and dramatically reducing wear and abuse on lock components.
- Anti-Ligature Design: The freely swinging lever design provides an anti-ligature solution suitable for healthcare, institutional, and behavioral health environments.
- Cast Bronze Roller Bearings: Cylindrical lock chassis constructed with cast retractors on bronze roller bearings for millions of cycles of smooth, durable operation.
- Door Thickness & Backset Compatibility: Fits door thicknesses of 1-5/8" to 1-7/8"; use K1904 spacer for 1-3/8" doors. Accommodates both 2-3/8" and 2-3/4" backsets.
- Latch Specifications: Latch #1834 with 1-1/8" x 2-1/4" front, 9/16" throw, and stainless steel nose for corrosion resistance and durability.
- Solid Cast Zamac Levers with 1/2" Return: Thru-bolted roses at 3-7/16" diameter with spring-loaded 2-#10 thru-bolts for secure, stable mounting.
- 3-Hour Fire Rated: Certified for use in fire-rated door assemblies, supporting code compliance in commercial and institutional buildings.
- 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
- ADA Compliant
- 3-Hour Fire Rated
- 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
- Government and Municipal Buildings
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Correctional and Institutional Facilities
- Multi-Tenant Residential and Hospitality Properties
- Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
Why Marks USA 195SSN?
Marks USA 195 Series locksets are built to outperform standard commercial hardware, with a stainless steel clutch mechanism and cast bronze roller bearings that exceed BHMA Grade 1 specifications by 300% — delivering over 3.6 million cycles of reliable operation. The anti-ligature clutch design eliminates lever droop and reduces maintenance demands, making the 195SSN an engineered solution for the most demanding commercial and institutional environments where safety and longevity are non-negotiable.
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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