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Schlage FC21 - Dempsey Lever x Dempsey Lever Passage and Privacy Lock

Schlage Residential FC21 Dempsey Lever Passage and Privacy Cylindrical Lock

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Model: FC21DMPCAM622DMPCAM
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Schlage Residential FC21 Dempsey Lever Passage/Privacy Cylindrical Lock

Versatile Residential Lock Solution with Dual Function Design

The Schlage Residential FC21 Dempsey Lever lock provides flexible passage and privacy functionality for residential applications. This Grade 2 cylindrical lock accommodates door thicknesses from 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" with dual backset options of 2-3/8" or 2-3/4". The lock features a 1" x 2-1/4" latch with 1/2" throw and includes a full lip radius strike measuring 1-5/8" x 2-1/4". ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Grade 2 certified construction ensures reliable performance for residential use.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Dual Function Operation: Default passage function with privacy conversion via interior pushbutton for versatile room applications.
  • Door Compatibility: Accommodates door thickness range of 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" with dual backset latches for 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" installations.
  • Grade 2 Construction: ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Grade 2 and A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AAA certified for dependable residential performance.
  • Emergency Access: Privacy function can be opened from outside using small emergency unlock tool for safety and convenience.
  • Easy Installation: Simple 3-step installation process requiring only a screwdriver with universal latch and drive-in design.
  • Fire Door Compatible: Available UL Listed for 90 minute fire door applications where required.
  • Stainless Steel Construction: Durable stainless steel substrate provides long-lasting performance and corrosion resistance.
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 10 Year warranty coverage for added confidence and protection.

Standard Features

Certification:ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Grade 2
ANSI/BHMA A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AAA
Available UL Listed for 90 minute fire door
Latch: 1"x 2-1/4", 1/4" radius corner faceplate, 1" housing diameter, 1/2" throw, circular drive-in included, universal latch
Strike: 1-5/8" x 2-1/4" radius corner, full lip
Backset: Dual backset latches, fits either 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" backsets
Cylinder: 5-Pin, C keyway, keyed alike (KA4)
Door Range: 1-3/8" – 1-3/4"
Keys: Two per lock, 5-pin, C section

Installation & Operation

  1. Review manufacturer specifications and verify door preparation requirements including door thickness between 1-3/8" and 1-3/4" and backset requirements of 2-3/8" or 2-3/4".
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and frame surfaces.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
  4. Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
  5. Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
  6. Test device operation to verify proper function and make final adjustments as needed. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Residential Interior Doors
  • Bedroom and Bathroom Privacy
  • Home Office and Study Rooms
  • Closet and Storage Areas
  • Multi-Family Housing Units
  • Assisted Living Facilities
  • Hospitality Guest Rooms

Why Choose Schlage Residential Quality?

Schlage Residential FC21 locks deliver professional-grade reliability with stainless steel construction and Grade 2 certification for demanding residential applications. The 10 Year warranty provides added confidence and long-term protection. Engineered with dual function capability and emergency access features, this lock offers the versatility and dependable performance essential for modern residential security needs.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Series:
FC Series
Subcategory:
Bored Locksets
Grade:
Grade 2
Warranty:
10 Year
Standard Strike:
10-027: Full Lip Radius Strike, 2-1/4" x 1-5/8"
Standard Latch:
16-600: Spring Latch, Dual Option (Round, Drive-in)
Keyed Function:
Non-Keyed
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Bored Locksets
Keyed:
No
Electronic:
No
Commercial/Residential:
Residential
Product Function:
Passage/Hall/Closet
Function Description:
Passage is default function; Insert privacy pushbutton on interior side of lock to convert to privacy; Can be opened from outside with small emergency unlock too
Lock Type:
Cylindrical
Product Type:
Leversets
Lock Function:
Passage/Privacy
Handle Design:
Dempsey Lever x Dempsey Lever
Handle Type:
Lever and Knob
Lever/Knob Design:
Dempsey Lever x Dempsey Lever
Product Attribute:
Cylindrical Locks
Product Model:
FC21
Door Hand Direction:
Non-Handed
Door Thickness Range:
1-3/8" to 1-3/4"
Product Substrate:
Stainless Steel
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Department:
Door Hardware

Schlage Residential FC21DMPCAM622DMPCAM – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Is the Schlage FC21 Dempsey lever a passage lock or a privacy lock?
Both, and you decide at install. The FC21 Dempsey ships as a passage set by default; insert the privacy pushbutton on the interior side to convert it to privacy. Once converted, it can still be opened from outside with the small emergency unlock tool, which is what you want on a bathroom or bedroom door. That means one part number covers hall, closet, bedroom and bath openings in the same unit.
2) Will the Schlage FC21 fit a 1-3/8 inch interior door, and what backset does it need?
Door thickness range is 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inches, so standard older interior doors and standard commercial-thickness doors both work. The latch is a dual-option unit that fits either a 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inch backset, so you do not have to measure the bore location before ordering. Latch face is 1 x 2-1/4 inches with a 1/4 inch radius corner, 1 inch housing diameter, and a circular drive-in option is included.
3) My doors are 2 inches thick. Will the Schlage FC21 work?
No. The FC21 tops out at 1-3/4 inch doors. For thicker leaves look at a set rated wider, for example the Hager 2510 Grade 2 passage lever at 1-3/8 to 2 inches, or the Falcon K101 Grade 1 passage lock at 1-3/8 to 2-1/4 inches.
4) I need a keyed lever, not the non-keyed Schlage FC21 Dempsey. What takes a Schlage C key?
The FC21 Dempsey is a non-keyed passage/privacy lever. If the opening needs a key, the Cal-Royal AG00 entrance lever uses a 6-pin Schlage C keyway keyed different with a 2-3/8 inch backset, the Cal-Royal AG03 classroom lever uses a 6-pin Schlage C keyway keyed different with a 2-3/4 inch backset, and the Arrow MK33-BD-CS asylum function knob lock uses a conventional cylinder in Schlage C keyway.
5) What is a comparable Grade 2 passage lever for a 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch interior door if the Schlage FC21 Dempsey does not suit?
The Schlage FC21 Dempsey is a Grade 2 non-keyed cylindrical leverset for doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch thick. The Kwikset 200BRNL RDT Breton passage lever set covers the same 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch door range in a passage function and is rated Grade 3. The Hager 2510 passage cylindrical lever with Withnell design is Grade 2 and covers 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors, so it also fits thicker slabs.
6) Which lever lock should I use instead of the Schlage FC21 Dempsey on a 2 inch thick door?
The FC21 Dempsey is built for doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch thick. For a 2 inch slab, the Arrow GL01 Sierra lever is a non-keyed Grade 2 passage lock listed for 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch doors, and the Corbin Russwin CL3110 is a Grade 1 vandal resistant passage/closet lever also listed for 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch doors with a fire rating.
7) I need a heavier duty version of the Schlage FC21 Dempsey passage lever for a high traffic corridor. What steps up?
The FC21 Dempsey is a Grade 2 residential cylindrical leverset. For heavier traffic, the Falcon K101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty non-keyed passage cylindrical lock covering 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch doors with a fire rating, and the Falcon T101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty passage lever with pressure release technology. The Dexter C1000 passage lever is Grade 1, non-keyed and clutching, listed for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors, so it matches the FC21 door range.
8) If I only need a dedicated privacy lever instead of the dual passage/privacy Schlage FC21, what are my options?
The FC21 Dempsey ships as passage by default and converts to privacy by inserting the pushbutton on the interior side. If you want a lever that is privacy only with no conversion step, the Hager 2540 is a Grade 2 privacy cylindrical lock with a Withnell lever for 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors, the Kwikset 300BRNL RDT Breton is a Grade 3 privacy lever set for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Baldwin Estate 5103 privacy lever with 5048 rose is a privacy function lever.
9) Do I have to order the Schlage FC21 handed for a left or right swing door?
No. The Dempsey lever set is non-handed, so one unit covers left and right hand doors. That is useful when you are buying for a building and do not want to track swing direction per opening.
10) What do I need to pick when ordering the FC21 Dempsey besides the finish?
Two things beyond finish: the rose design on each side of the door. Rose choices are Camelot, Century and Collins, and the two sides are specified separately, so you can run one style in the hall and another inside the room. Finish is 622 Matte Black. The lever style is Dempsey on both sides.
11) Is the Schlage FC21 strong enough for apartment turns and multi-family use?
It is certified ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Grade 2 and A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AAA, with a stainless steel substrate. Grade 2 is the middle commercial cylindrical tier and is the normal choice for apartment interiors, guest rooms and assisted living rooms. For a heavy-traffic commercial corridor you would step up to a Grade 1 passage set such as the Falcon K101 or the Dexter C1000 passage lever.
12) Can the FC21 Dempsey go on a rated fire door?
Fire door use is covered by a UL Listed version for 90 minute fire doors, which has to be specified as such. The standard Grade 2 passage/privacy build is not the fire assembly by default, so call out the UL Listed option when the opening is rated.
13) Can a dummy lever be substituted for the Schlage FC21 Dempsey on a closet door?
No. The FC21 Dempsey is a working cylindrical latch in passage function that can be converted to privacy, so it actually latches the door. Dummy trims such as the BEST 7KC single dummy, the BEST 9K 1DT single dummy, the Accentra 455LN Augusta single dummy, and the Baldwin Estate 5103 half dummy are surface-mounted pulls in dummy function with no latch, used on inactive or false doors. If the closet door needs to stay shut against a strike, the FC21 or another passage lever is the correct part.
14) What are alternatives to the Schlage FC21 Dempsey if I want a different lever style but the same Grade 2 passage function?
The FC21 uses the Dempsey lever on both sides. Other Grade 2 passage leversets with different trim include the Falcon B101 non-handed passage lever, the Accentra 5301LN and 4601LN Augusta passage/closet levers, the Design Hardware J75 flat lever passage lockset for 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Bravura Atlanta, Orlando and Miramar passage leversets with round trim or the Tampa with square trim.
15) Is there a keyless keypad lever I can use instead of the Schlage FC21 Dempsey where I want code entry?
The FC21 Dempsey is a mechanical, non-electronic lever. For code entry on the same kind of opening, the Lockey 1150 is a heavy duty mechanical keypad lever set with double combination in passage function for doors 1-1/8 inch to 2 inch thick, the Delaney LP250 is a Grade 2 electronic keypad leverlock, and the Emtek Classic keypad leverset is another keypad option.
16) The Schlage FC21 Dempsey is non-keyed, so what do I use on the bedroom door's entry or office door in the same run?
The FC21 Dempsey covers passage and privacy openings only. For entry and office doors on the same run, the Hager 2525 is a Grade 2 commercial cylindrical entry lock with lever handle for 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors, the Falcon B511CP6D is a Grade 2 entry/office lever, and the Cal-Royal AG05 is a Grade 2 storeroom lever with deadlocking latchbolt for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors.
17) I need the same lever look on a closet door that only needs a pull. What pairs with the FC21?
The FC21 is an operating latching set, not a dummy. For a closet or french door leaf that needs no latch, order a dummy trim instead, such as the BEST 7KC single dummy trim in Grade 2 or the Callan Bentley Grade 2 dummy lever. Keep in mind the lever style and rose will differ from the Dempsey unless you stay within the Schlage residential line.
18) How much prep does installing the Schlage FC21 take?
On a door already bored for a 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inch backset cylindrical lock, it is a screwdriver job. The dual-option latch covers both backsets and includes a circular drive-in latch, so you can skip a faceplate mortise where the edge is bored round. On a new door, template, drill the cross bore and edge bore, fit the latch and strike, then check alignment through the full lever swing.
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