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Schlage N523-222 - ND Series Springcage and Lever Catch Assembly, Inside with Cylinder
Model: SCH-N523-222
Schlage N523-222 - ND Series Springcage and Lever Catch Assembly, Inside with Cylinder
Features
Certified Schlage Parts
Made With Strong Materials
Many Parts Are Finish Specific
Schlage
$107.00
$93.42
Schlage N523-221 Inside Spring Cage, Standard
- ND Series
- Certified Schlage Parts
- Made With Strong Materials
- Many Parts Are Finish Specific
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Product Group:
- Mechanical Locks
- Product Subgroup:
- Parts and Accessories
- Product Type:
- Rings, Spindles and Springs
- Subcategory:
- Parts and Accessories
- Parts and Accessories Type:
- Replacement Parts
- Product Attribute:
- Parts and Accessories
- Product Category:
- Mechanical Locks
- Department:
- Door Hardware
Schlage N523-221 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What is the Schlage N523-221 inside spring cage used for?
The N523-221 is a replacement inside spring cage for Schlage ND Series locks. The spring cage is the internal part that returns the lever to horizontal after it is pushed down, so it is what you order when a lever on an ND Series lock has started to droop or feels dead on the return rather than the whole lock being worn out. It is a genuine Schlage part, not an aftermarket rebuild kit.
2) My ND Series lever is sagging. Do I replace the whole lock or just the spring cage?
A sagging lever with a lock that still latches and keys normally is usually the spring cage, and the N523-221 is the standard-duty inside cage for the ND Series. Replacing the cage keeps the existing chassis, cylinder, and keying in the door, which matters if the opening is keyed into a master system you do not want to disturb. If the latch itself is not retracting or the cylinder is worn, that is a different part.
3) Do I need to match the finish when ordering a Schlage N523-221 spring cage?
Many Schlage ND parts are finish specific, so the finish on your existing lever and rose matters when you are building an order. The spring cage itself is an internal component that sits behind the rose, but if you are replacing surrounding trim at the same time, order those pieces to the finish code on your door rather than assuming one part number covers all of them.
4) How many Schlage N523-221 spring cages do I need to fix one door?
One N523-221 covers the inside lever only. A door where both levers droop needs the matching outside cage as well, so count openings by which side is failing rather than ordering one part per door. Property managers standardizing a floor of ND Series locks generally find the corridor side wears first.
How fast can I get the Schlage N523-221 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Schlage N523-221 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Schlage N523-221 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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