Marks USA MAR295F 295F Storeroom Lever Lockset with Curved Lever, Marks C Keyway, 6 Pin, 2-3/4" Backset, Grade 1

Marks USA 295F Storeroom Lever Lockset — Curved Lever, Marks C Keyway, 6 Pin, Grade 1

The Marks USA 295F is a commercial-grade cylindrical storeroom lever lockset engineered for demanding, high-traffic environments where durability and long-term reliability are essential. Featuring a unique stainless steel "clutch" mechanism and bronze roller bearings, this lockset exceeds BHMA Grade 1 specifications by 300%, achieving over 3.6 million cycles. Designed for doors 1-5/8" to 1-7/8" thick with a 2-3/4" backset, it includes a Marks "C" keyway 6-pin cylinder with 2 keys and is 3-Hour Fire Rated for compliance in fire-rated openings.

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 Clutch Mechanism: Stainless steel "clutch" disengages levers from the retractor when locked, dramatically reducing wear and abuse and eliminating lever droop for a lower-maintenance solution.
• 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 Compatibility: Fits doors 1-5/8" to 1-7/8" thick; use K1904 spacer for 1-3/8" doors. Supports 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 reliable deadlocking performance.
• Solid Cast Zamac Levers: Curved lever design in solid cast zamac with 1/2" return; thru-bolted roses at 3-7/16" diameter with spring-loaded 2-#10 thru-bolts for secure mounting.
• ANSI Strike Included: Strike #1135, 4-7/8" ASA curved lip strike (1-1/4" x 4-7/8", 1-1/4" lip, square corner) for standard ANSI-compliant installation.
• 3-Hour Fire Rated: Rated for 3-hour fire-rated openings, meeting stringent fire and life safety code requirements.
• Marks Lifetime Mechanical Warranty: Backed by Marks' Lifetime Mechanical Warranty for lasting confidence and protection.

Certifications & Compliance

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

Technical Specifications

• Series: 295 Series
• Product Group: Mechanical Locks
• Product Subgroup: Bored Locksets
• ANSI/BHMA: ANSI/BHMA, UL Listed
• Commercial/Residential: Commercial
• Function Description: Deadlocking latch bolt by levers. Outside knob/lever is locked by key in outside lever. Inside knob/lever is always free.
• ADA Compliant: Yes
• ANSI Function: F84
• Latch Type Specification: Deadlocking
• Strike Classification: ANSI, 1-1/4" x 4-7/8", 1-1/4" Lip, Square Corner
• Product Category: Mechanical Locks
• Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

• Commercial Office Buildings and Storerooms
• Educational Facilities and Classrooms
• Healthcare Institutions and Medical Offices
• Retail Establishments and Back-of-House Areas
• Industrial and Warehouse Facilities
• Government and Municipal Buildings
• Multi-Tenant Residential and Mixed-Use Properties

Why Marks USA 295F?

Marks USA 295F cylindrical locksets are built around a proprietary stainless steel clutch mechanism and cast retractors on bronze roller bearings — a combination that delivers over 3.6 million cycles, exceeding BHMA Grade 1 requirements by 300%. UL Listed, ADA Compliant, and 3-Hour Fire Rated, the 295F is engineered for the most demanding commercial door openings where dependable, low-maintenance performance is non-negotiable.