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Sargent 81-0489 8200 Series Mortise Lock Inside Lever Replacement Part, L Design

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Sargent 81-0489 8200 Series Mortise Lock Inside Lever Replacement Part, L Design

The Sargent 81-0489 is a genuine inside lever replacement part for the Sargent 8200 Series Mortise Lock, featuring the L Design profile in a Bright Brass finish. Engineered specifically as a commercial-grade lock trim component, this replacement lever is designed to restore or maintain the full functionality of 8200 Series mortise lock installations. Sourced directly from the Sargent product line, it ensures seamless compatibility and a consistent aesthetic for professional door hardware applications.

Key Features

  • Genuine Sargent Replacement Part: Manufactured to original Sargent specifications, ensuring a precise fit and reliable performance within the 8200 Series Mortise Lock system.
  • 8200 Series Compatibility: Designed exclusively for use with Sargent 8200 Series mortise locks, maintaining full mechanical integration and operational integrity.
  • L Design Lever Profile: Features the L Design lever style, providing a clean, professional appearance suited to a wide range of commercial door hardware applications.
  • Bright Brass Finish: Bright Brass finish delivers a polished, traditional aesthetic that complements standard commercial door hardware and architectural environments.
  • Commercial-Grade Lock Trim: Classified as commercial lock trim and intended for professional-grade installations where component reliability is essential.
  • Inside Lever Function: Serves as the interior-side lever, supporting proper egress and access control functionality within the mortise lock assembly.
  • Direct Replacement Component: Engineered as a drop-in replacement part, minimizing downtime and simplifying maintenance for facilities management and door hardware professionals.

Technical Specifications

  • Department: Door Hardware
  • Product Category: Mechanical Locks
  • Product Group: Parts and Accessories
  • Subcategory: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Subgroup: Parts and Accessories
  • Product Type: Lock Trim
  • Parts and Accessories Type: Replacement Parts
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Product Model: 81-0489
  • Features: Sargent Lock Parts

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Retail Establishments
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Industrial and Warehouse Facilities

Why Sargent 8200 Series?

Sargent 8200 Series mortise lock components are engineered for professional commercial door hardware applications, delivering consistent fit and finish that meets the demands of high-use environments. The 81-0489 inside lever replacement part upholds the same manufacturing standards as the original hardware, ensuring dependable performance and long-term reliability for facilities requiring genuine OEM-quality replacements.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Department:
Door Hardware
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Product Group:
Parts and Accessories
Subcategory:
Parts and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Parts and Accessories
Product Type:
Lock Trim
Parts and Accessories Type:
Replacement Parts
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Product Model:
81-0489
Features:
Sargent Lock Parts

Sargent 81-0489 26D – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Sargent 81-0489 lever fit any Sargent mortise lock, or only the 8200 Series?
The 81-0489 inside lever is built for Sargent 8200 Series mortise locks only. It is a genuine Sargent replacement part made to the original specification for that series, so it mounts into the 8200 chassis as a drop-in. Don't plan on it for other Sargent mortise or bored lock families.
2) Is the 81-0489 the inside lever or the outside lever?
Inside only. The 81-0489 is the interior-side lever of the 8200 mortise assembly, the one that retracts the latch for egress. If the damaged lever is on the corridor or keyed side, this is not the part you need.
3) What lever design is the Sargent 81-0489, and will it match my other 8200 levers?
It is the L Design lever profile. That matters because Sargent 8200 trim comes in several lever designs, and a lever only matches visually if the rest of the opening is also L Design. Check the design letter stamped on or specified for your existing trim before ordering, then match the finish.
4) Can I just replace a broken lever instead of the whole mortise lock?
That's exactly what the 81-0489 is for. It is a replacement trim component, so if the 8200 lock body still throws the latch correctly and only the inside lever is bent, loose, or worn, you swap the lever and leave the mortise case in the door. That keeps the keying, the function, and the door prep untouched, which is the cheapest path for a property manager working through a building of 8200 openings.
5) Can a Corbin Russwin 483F80 lever be used to replace a Sargent 81-0489 inside lever on an 8200 mortise lock?
No. The Sargent 81-0489 is an inside lever replacement part made to Sargent 8200 Series mortise lock specifications, and it engages that lock's hub and spindle system. The Corbin Russwin 483F80 is an LW design outside lever and spindle built for the Corbin Russwin ML2000 Series mortise lock. The two mortise chassis are different platforms, so an ML2000 lever will not drive an 8200 lock body. Match the 81-0489 to an 8200 lock and the 483F80 to an ML2000 lock.
6) What finishes does the Sargent 81-0489 inside lever come in?
Eleven finishes: 03 bright brass clear coated, 04 satin brass clear coated, 10 satin bronze clear coated, 10B dark oxidized satin bronze oil rubbed, 10BL dark oxidized satin bronze clear coated, 15 satin nickel plated clear coated, 26 bright chrome over nickel, 26D satin chrome over nickel, 32 bright stainless, 32D satin stainless, and BSP black suede powder coat. For a repair on an existing opening, order the same BHMA number that is on the surviving trim, since 10B and 10BL look similar in a photo but age differently.
7) Does the 81-0489 come with a spindle, or do I need to order that separately?
The 81-0489 is supplied as the inside lever. If your repair also needs the spindle, that's a separate part number in the Sargent 8200 parts line, so specify it along with the lever when you place the order. For comparison, Corbin Russwin sells its ML2000 outside lever and spindle together as one item, the 483F80, so don't assume the two brands break their parts up the same way.
8) I need the outside lever, not the inside one - is the Corbin Russwin 483F80 the right part?
Only if the lock is a Corbin Russwin ML2000 mortise lock. The 483F80 is the outside lever with spindle for the ML2000, in LW design, sized for a 1-3/4 inch thick door. The Sargent 81-0489 is specifically the inside lever for the Sargent 8200 Series in L design, so it will not cover an outside-trim need on either lock. Identify the lock body brand first, then order the trim side that matches it.
9) Does the lock function matter when picking between the Sargent 81-0489 and the Corbin Russwin 483F80?
It does on the Corbin Russwin side. The 483F80 is catalogued for the Corridor/Dormitory function on Grade 1 ML2000 mortise locks, so it is tied to that trim arrangement. The Sargent 81-0489 is the inside lever of an 8200 Series mortise lock, the interior side that supports egress, and it is used as a direct replacement for the lever already on that lock. For a mixed-brand building, confirm which mortise platform is in the door before ordering either.
10) Is this lever suitable for high-traffic commercial doors like schools and hospitals?
Yes. It's classified as commercial lock trim, not residential, and Sargent lists it for office buildings, schools, healthcare, retail, government buildings, multi-tenant residential, and industrial facilities. It carries the same build as the original 8200 trim it replaces.
11) We are standardizing lever finishes across a building that has both Sargent and Corbin Russwin mortise locks - which part gives more finish choice?
The Sargent 81-0489 inside lever is offered in eleven finishes, including 03 Bright Brass, 04 Satin Brass, 10 Satin Bronze, 10B Oil Rubbed Bronze, 15 Satin Nickel, 26 Bright Chrome, 26D Satin Chrome, 32 Bright Stainless, 32D Satin Stainless and BSP Black Suede Powder Coat. The Corbin Russwin 483F80 is an ML2000 LW outside lever and spindle for a 1-3/4 inch door. Because the two levers serve different lock platforms, plan the finish standard per lock brand rather than expecting one lever to cover both openings.
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Does the Sargent 81-0489 26D come with a warranty?
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