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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
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Features:
- ND Series
- Warranty:
- Limited Lifetime Mechanical/Finish
- Product Group:
- Mechanical Locks
- Subcategory:
- Parts and Accessories
- Product Subgroup:
- Parts and Accessories
- Product Type:
- Rings, Spindles and Springs
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Parts and Accessories Type:
- Replacement Parts
- Product Attribute:
- Parts and Accessories
- Product Category:
- Mechanical Locks
- Department:
- Door Hardware
Schlage N523-222 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What does the Schlage N523-222 springcage and lever catch assembly actually do inside an ND Series lever lock?
It is the internal spring cage and lever catch mechanism that returns the lever to horizontal and retains the lever on the spindle. When an ND Series lever starts to droop or sag, that is the spring cage failing, and this is the part that corrects it rather than replacing the whole lockset. The N523-222 is the inside (interior) assembly for an ND function that carries a cylinder on the inside lever.
2) Is the N523-222 the inside or the outside spring cage for a Schlage ND lever?
Inside, and specifically the version built for a lever that houses a cylinder. That matters on ND functions like classroom or storeroom where only one side is keyed: order the cage that matches the side you are working on. A cage for a plain non-keyed lever is a different part number, so pulling the lever off and confirming whether it carries a cylinder before ordering saves a second trip.
3) Will a Schlage ND spring cage work in an AL or ALX Series lever lock?
No. The N523-222 is built for the ND Series Grade 1 cylindrical lock family. AL and ALX are a different chassis with their own internal parts, and the cage will not interchange. Match the part to the ND lock body you have in the door.
4) Do I have to order the Schlage ND spring cage in a specific finish?
Yes, in most cases. Many ND Series internal parts are finish specific because the visible trim and lever hardware they mate with are finished to match, so the cage ordered for a 626 satin chrome opening is not automatically the one for a 613 oil rubbed bronze opening. Note the finish code stamped on the existing lockset before ordering.
5) Is the Schlage ND spring cage assembly suitable for commercial traffic, or is it a residential-grade repair part?
Commercial. The ND Series is Schlage's heavy duty cylindrical line used in schools, healthcare, and multi-family corridors, and this cage is the commercial service part for it. For a property manager standardizing on ND across a building, keeping a few of these on the shelf is usually cheaper than swapping complete locksets as levers begin to sag.
6) Does the N523-222 come with a cylinder or a lever?
No. It is the springcage and lever catch assembly only, built to accept a lever that has a cylinder in it. The cylinder, the lever, the rose, and the lock chassis are all separate. If the key cylinder itself is the problem rather than a drooping lever, you need a cylinder, not this cage.
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Does the Schlage N523-222 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Schlage N523-222 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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