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Schlage ND96 Grade 1 Storeroom Vandlgard, Cylindrical Lock, Rhodes Lever, Key in Lever, Less Cylinder, 2-3/4" Backset

Schlage ND96 Grade 1 Storeroom Vandlgard, Cylindrical Lock, Rhodes Lever, Key in Lever, Less Cylinder, 2-3/4" Backset

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Schlage Lock Company ND series Cylindrical Locks

Beyond grade 1 performance is the hallmark of the mechanical and electrified ND series locks. These locks are put through extreme levels of testing and are proven to withstand 3,100 in-lb. of abusive lever torque-more than 2-1/2 times the grade 1 standard requirement. Offset lever pull testing up to 1,600 lbs. assures you of the lock’s superb resistance against pry bar attacks. More than strong, ND series is built to last and shows nearly zero droop or wobble after 16 million cycles. All ND series locks including electronic functions, ligature-resistant trims, and ground-breaking, high-visibility status indication trims use the common cylindrical ANSI 161L door preparation making them easily interchangeable. They are ideal for all new construction and retrofit applications where grade 1 strength and security are desired.

Features:

  • No access with minimum 3,100 in-lbs of lever torque (2.6x BHMA, for general abuse)
  • No access with minimum 1,600 lbs of offset lever pull (8x BHMA, for pry-bar attacks)
  • No access with minimum 100 vertical impacts (20x BHMA, for sledgehammer attacks)
  • Near-zero droop and wobble beyond 16 million cycles (after 16x BHMA) – without the use of set screws or O-rings
  • Latch retraction with up to 200 pound preload (4x BHMA) for confident operation in warped and preloaded doors
  • Cast steel spindle construction exceeding 16 million cycles
  • Withstood aggressive Schlage development testing including lever-snap and abusive cycling
  • 31 mechanical functions
  • 6 wired functions with:
    • Autodetecting 12-24V DC input
    • Switch-selectable EL/EU operation
    • Modular request to exit (RX)
    • 0.230A max/0.010A holding current
  • Available in 10 finishes, 5 lever designs, and 2 rose designs
  • Multiple key systems available – open, patented, restricted, geographic exclusive, UL437
  • Support for 10 non-Schlage cylinders including Best, Corbin Russwin, Medeco, Sargent and Yale
  • Certifications: Exceeds BHMA A156.2 requirements for grade 1 cylindrical locks. Exceeds BHMA A156.25 requirements for indoor electrified locks.

 

Specifications:

  • Material: Modular design of zinc and steel components plated for corrosion protection
  • Door thickness: Standard: 1-5⁄8" (41 mm) to 2-1⁄8" (54 mm) Optional: 1-3⁄8“ (35 mm) - 6" (152 mm) EE, EO, EI, ED configurations
  • Handing: Non-handed
  • Backset: Standard: 2-3⁄4" (70 mm). Optional: 2-3⁄8", 3-3⁄4”, 5” (60, 92, 127 mm)
  • Latch bolt: Standard: 1⁄2" (12 mm) throw spring latch or deadlatch (stainless steel). Optional: 3⁄4" (19 mm) throw anti-friction deadlatch available for pairs of doors
  • Strike: Standard: ANSI curved lip: 1-1⁄4" x 4-7⁄8" x 1-3⁄16" (32 mm x 124 mm x 30 mm). Optional: T Strike, ANSI strikes with alternative lip lengths, dust box options.
  • Keying Formats:
    • Standard: 6-pin Conventional cylinder with two patented keys
    • Optional: FSIC, SFIC, and 7-pin SL cylinder formats plus less cylinder options made to fit non-Schlage cylinders from Best, Corbin Russwin, Medeco, Sargent and Yale.
  • Access security:
    • Standard: 6-pin, patented Everest 29 S123 keyway
    • Optional: Open, restricted, Primus®, master keying, and construction keying
  • Input voltage: Autodetecting 12-24V DC, +/- 10%
  • Operating mode: Fail safe or fail secure via switch on chassis
  • Current draw: 0.23 amps maximum; 0.01 amps holding
  • Request to Exit: Modular - 3A @ 125VAC / 2A @ 30VDC
  • Wired electrified:
  • Warranty: 10 years mechanical, 1 year wired electrified.

 

Lever Styles:

  • ATH: Athens Width: 4.56". Projection: 3.31"
  • BRK: Boardwalk Width: 4.94". Projection: 3.06"
  • BRW: Broadway Width: 4.50". Projection: 3.06"
  • LAT: Latitude Width: 4.50". Projection: 3.13"
  • LON: Longitude Width: 4.94". Projection: 3.13"
  • OME: Omega Width: 5.06". Projection: 3.31"
  • RHO: Rhodes Width: 4.56". Projection: 2.94"
  • SPA: Sparta Width: 4.94". Projection: 3.50"
  • TLR: Tubular Width: 4.94". Projection: 3.00"
  • Rose Standard: Diameter: 3.44"
  • Return to door meets 1⁄2" requirement for Boardwalk (BRK), Longitude (LON), Omega (OME), Rhodes (RHO), Sparta (SPA) and Tubular (TLR) levers.

 

Mechanical Non-Keyed Functions:

  • ND10: Passage latch
    • ANSI F75
    • Levers both sides; springlatch
    • Latch retracted by lever from either side at all times
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND12: Exit lock
    • ANSI F89
    • Levers both sides; deadlatch
    • Outside lever always fixed; latch retracted by inside lever
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND25: Exit lock with exterior blank plate
    • Blank plate outside; lever inside; deadlatch
    • Latch retracted by inside lever
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND30: Patio lock
    • ANSI F77
    • Lever outside; push button in lever inside; springlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by pushing button on inside lever
    • Rotating inside lever retracts latch and releases button unlocking outside lever; closing door also unlocks preventing lockout
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND40: Bath/bedroom privacy lock
    • ANSI F76
    • Lever with emergency release recessed slot outside; push button in lever inside; springlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by pushing button on inside lever
    • Rotating inside lever retracts latch and releases button unlocking outside lever; closing door also unlocks preventing lockout
    • Emergency unlock: an emergency key (sold separate) or small, flat screwdriver inserted in outside lever and turned releases button to unlock
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Note: Locks ordered with indicator trim fit 1-3/4" doors. Sold separate spacer kits allow application to doors 1-3/8" to 1-11/16".
    • To order an emergency key use part number 35-270
  • ND44: Hospital privacy lock
    • Emergency turn in lever outside; push button in lever inside; springlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by pushing button on inside lever
    • Rotating inside lever retracts latch and releases button unlocking outside lever; closing door also unlocks preventing lockout
    • Emergency unlock: rotating emergency turn in outside lever releases button to unlock
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Note: Locks ordered with indicator trim fit 1-3/4" doors. Sold separate spacer kits allow application to doors 1-3/8" to 1-11/16".
  • ND45: Time out lock with Vandlgard
    • Spring-loaded push button in lever outside; lever inside; springlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Caretaker side: pushing and holding button enables Vandlgard® feature; detention side lever will rotate without engaging latch
    • Releasing manually held button enables inside lever to re-engage with latch and open the door
  • ND170: Single dummy trim
    • Fixed lever one side only; no latch or chassis
    • Used for door pull or matching inactive trim
  • ND172: Double dummy trim
    • Fixed levers-both sides; no latch or chassis
    • Used for door pull or matching inactive trim
    • Note: Latch cover plates available. Order part number 47269199.

 

Mechanical Keyed Functions:

  • ND25 x 70: Classroom exit lock
    • ANSI F113
    • Blank plate outside; lever with cylinder inside; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by inside lever
    • Outside always secure; inside lever is made inoperative by key inside
    • Key inside retracts latch and unlocks inside lever
  • ND25 x 80: Storeroom exit lock
    • ANSI F112
    • Blank plate outside; lever with cylinder inside; deadlatch
    • Outside always secure; inside lever is always fixed
    • Key inside retracts latch but does not unlock lever
  • ND50: Entrance/office lock
    • ANSI F82
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; push button in lever inside; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by pushing button on inside lever; key outside does not lock
    • Key outside or rotating inside lever retracts latch and releases button unlocking outside lever
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Note: Locks ordered with indicator trim fit 1-3/4" doors. Sold separate spacer kits allow application to doors 1-3/8" to 1-11/16".
  • ND53: Entrance lock
    • ANSI F109
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; push/turn button in lever inside; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by pushing button or pushing and turning button on inside lever; key outside does not lock
    • Pushed button unlocking: key outside or rotating inside lever retracts latch and releases button unlocking outside lever Pushed/turned button unlocking: key outside or rotating inside lever retracts latch but does not unlock outside lever; rotate inside button to start position to allow button release and unlocking by key or by rotating inside lever
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Caution: Egress without fully releasing the push/turn button can result in lock-out situations.
    • Note: Locks ordered with indicator trim fit 1-3/4" doors. Sold separate spacer kits allow application to doors 1-3/8" to 1-11/16".
  • ND60 with XN12-001: Vestibule lock with interior unlocking only
    • Lever outside; lever with key cylinder inside; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is locked or unlocked by key inside
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND70: Classroom lock, exterior lockdown only
    • ANSI F84
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; lever inside; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is locked or unlocked by key outside
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND73: Corridor lock
    • ANSI F90
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; push button in lever inside; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by pushing button on inside lever or by key outside
    • When locked by pushed button: rotating inside lever retracts latch and releases button unlocking outside lever; closing door also unlocks preventing lock-out When locked by key: rotating inside lever retracts latch but outside lever remains fixed until unlocked by key outside
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND80: Storeroom lock
    • ANSI F86
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; lever inside; deadlatch
    • Outside lever always fixed; latch retracted by inside lever
    • Key in outside lever retracts latch only
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND81: Accessible storeroom lock
    • ANSI F86
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; lever inside; deadlatch
    • Outside lever is always fixed when key is not present; latch retracted by inside lever
    • Key outside turned counter-clockwise retracts latch; 180-degree clockwise rotation of key allows outside lever to retract latch
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND85: Faculty restroom lock
    • ANSI F93
    • Lever with conventional indicator cylinder outside; push button in lever inside; deadlatch
    • Entrance by key only; outside lever always fixed; latch retracted by inside lever
    • Push button on inside lever activates a locking pin that extends from the cylinder face to prohibit use of operating keys and indicate that the room is in use
    • Turning inside lever or closing door releases the locking pin and push button to allow normal use of operating keys
    • Emergency unlock: use of an emergency key (sold separate) is required to override the locking pin and unlock from the outside when push button is activated
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Note: Available with Conventional KIL indicator cylinder only. To order a spanner key to enable lockout feature use part number 35-251.
    • To order an emergency key use part number 35-102.
  • ND91: Vandlgard entrance/office lock
    • ANSI F82
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; push button in lever inside; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside is made inoperative by pushing button on inside lever; key outside does not lock, Vandlgard allows outside lever to rotate freely when locked
    • Key outside or rotating inside lever retracts latch and releases button unlocking outside lever
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Note: Locks ordered with indicator trim fit 1-3/4" doors. Sold separate spacer kits allow application to doors 1-3/8" to 1-11/16".
  • ND92: Vandlgard entrance lock
    • ANSI F109
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; push/turn button in lever inside; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by pushing button or pushing and turning button on inside lever; key outside does not lock, Vandlgard® allows outside lever to rotate freely when locked
    • Pushed button unlocking: key outside or rotating inside lever retracts latch and releases button unlocking outside lever Pushed/turned button unlocking: key outside or rotating inside lever retracts latch but does not unlock outside lever; rotate inside button to start position to allow button release and unlocking by key or by rotating inside lever
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Caution: Egress without fully releasing the push/turn button can result in lock-out situations.
    • Note: Locks ordered with indicator trim fit 1-3/4" doors. Sold separate spacer kits allow application to doors 1-3/8" to 1-11/16".

 

Mechanical Keyed Functions:

  • ND94: Vandlgard classroom lock, exterior lockdown only
    • ANSI F84
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; lever inside; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is locked or unlocked by key outside; Vandlgard allows outside lever to rotate freely when locked
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND95: Classroom security lock
    • Key in either lever locks or unlocks outside lever.
    • Vandlgard allows outside spindle to disengage from latch when locked.
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress.
    • Comes standard with an indicator rose that clearly identifies key rotation direction for rapid lockdown. 626 fi nish only. Other fi nishes receive a standard rose.
  • ND96: Vandlgard storeroom lock
    • ANSI F86
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; lever inside; deadlatch
    • Outside lever always inoperative; Vandlgard allows outside lever to rotate freely when locked
    • Key in outside lever retracts latch only
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
  • ND97: Vandlgard corridor lock
    • ANSI F90
    • Lever with key cylinder outside; push button in lever inside; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by pushing button on inside lever or by key outside; Vandlgard allows outside lever to rotate freely when locked
    • When locked by pushed button: rotating inside lever retracts latch and releases button unlocking outside lever; closing door also unlocks preventing lock-out When locked by key: rotating inside lever retracts latch but outside lever remains fixed until unlocked by key outside
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress

 

Mechanical Keyed, Double Cylinder Functions:

  • ND60: Vestibule lock
    • ANSI F88
    • Lever with key cylinder both sides; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by key inside; key outside does not lock
    • Key outside retracts latch but cannot unlock outside lever; only key inside unlocks
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Note: Available with optional instruction rose identifying key rotation direction for rapid lockdown. 626 finish only.
    • To order with instruction rose specify function and note XN12-035 as a special option
  • ND66: Store lock
    • ANSI F91
    • Lever with key cylinder both sides; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Key in either lever locks or unlocks both levers
    • Caution: Double cylinder locks on any door, in any structure which is used for egress are a life safety hazard in times of emergency and their use is not recommended. Installation should be in accordance with existing codes only.
  • ND70 x 80: Classroom by storeroom lock
    • Lever with key cylinder both sides; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state inside lever is always fixed; latch retracted by outside lever
    • Outside lever is locked or unlocked by key outside; key inside retracts latch but does not unlock either lever
    • Caution: Double cylinder locks on any door, in any structure which is used for egress are a life safety hazard in times of emergency and their use is not recommended. Installation should be in accordance with existing codes only
  • ND72 with XN12-002: Communicating lock
    • ANSI F80
    • Lever with key cylinder both sides; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Key in either lever makes inoperative only that lever
    • Key in either lever retracts the latch and unlocks only that lever
    • Caution: Double cylinder locks on any door, in any structure which is used for egress are a life safety hazard in times of emergency and their use is not recommended. Installation should be in accordance with existing codes only.
    • To order, specify function and note XN12-002 as a special option.
  • ND72 with XN12-003: Vandlgard communicating lock
    • ANSI F80
    • Lever with key cylinder both sides; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Key in either lever makes inoperative only that lever; Vandlgard allows locked lever to rotate freely when locked
    • Key in either lever retracts the latch and unlocks only that lever
    • Caution: Double cylinder locks on any door, in any structure which is used for egress are a life safety hazard in times of emergency and their use is not recommended. Installation should be in accordance with existing codes only.
    • To order, specify function and note XN12-003 as a special option.
  • ND78: Classroom security lock (180-degree lockdown)
    • ANSI F110
    • Lever with key cylinder both sides; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by rotating key in either lever 180 degrees counterclockwise and returning to start position
    • Unlock outside lever by rotating key 180 degrees clockwise in either lever and returning to start position
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Locks ordered in 626 finish come standard with instruction rose (47342586) identifying key rotation direction for rapid lockdown. Other finishes receive a standard rose.
    • Note: Locks ordered with indicator trim fit 1-3/4" doors. Sold separate spacer kits allow application to doors 1-3/8" to 1-11/16".
  • ND82: Institution lock
    • ANSI F87
    • Lever with key cylinder both sides; deadlatch
    • Both levers are always fixed
    • Key in either lever retracts latch only
    • Caution: Double cylinder locks on any door, in any structure which is used for egress are a life safety hazard in times of emergency and their use is not recommended. Installation should be in accordance with existing codes only.
  • ND93: Vandlgard vestibule lock
    • ANSI F88
    • Lever with key cylinder both sides; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by key inside; key outside does not lock; Vandlgard allows outside lever to rotate freely when locked
    • Key outside retracts latch but cannot unlock outside lever; only key inside unlocks
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Note: Available with optional instruction rose identifying key rotation direction for rapid lockdown. 626 finish only.
    • To order with instruction rose specify function and note XN12-035 as a special option.
  • ND98: Vandlgard classroom security lock (180-degree lockdown)
    • ANSI F110
    • Lever with key cylinder both sides; deadlatch
    • In unlocked state latch is retracted by either lever
    • Outside lever is made inoperative by rotating key in either lever 180 degrees counterclockwise and returning to start position; Vandlgard allows outside lever to rotate freely when locked
    • Unlock outside lever by rotating key 180 degrees clockwise in eitherlever and returning to start position
    • Inside lever always free for immediate egress
    • Locks ordered in 626 finish come standard with instruction rose (47342586) identifying key rotation direction for rapid lockdown. Other finishes receive a standard rose.
    • Note: Locks ordered with indicator trim fit 1-3/4" doors. Sold separate spacer kits allow application to doors 1-3/8" to 1-11/16".

 

Finishes:

  • 605/US3 - Bright brass
  • 606/US4 - Satin brass
  • 612/US10 - Satin bronze
  • 613/US10B - Oil rubbed bronze
  • 619/US15 - Satin nickel
  • 622/US19 - Matte black
  • 625/US26 - Bright chrome
  • 626/US26D - Satin chrome
  • 626AM - Satin chrome, antimicrobial
  • 643e/716 - Aged bronze

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Subcategory:
Cylindrical Lever Locks
Series:
ND Series
Grade:
Grade 1
Duty Level:
Heavy Duty
Handle Type:
Lever
Keyed Function:
Single Cylinder
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Bored Locksets
Product Type:
Leversets
Keyed:
Yes
Electronic:
No
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Function Description:
Outside knob/lever always locked/rigid. Latchbolt retracted by key in outside knob/lever or by rotating inside knob/lever. Inside knob/lever always free.
Lock Type:
Cylindrical
Lock Function:
Storeroom
Handle Design:
Longitude Lever
Product Attribute:
Cylindrical Locks
Segment:
Door Hardware
Product Model:
ND96
Product Function:
Storeroom
Door Hand Direction:
Non-Handed
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Department:
Door Hardware

Schlage ND96-JD-RHO-626-1 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What does the Schlage ND96 storeroom function actually do, and will people still be able to get out?
The ND96 is a storeroom lock: the outside lever is always fixed, and a key in the outside lever retracts the latchbolt only, it never unlocks the lever. The inside lever is always free, so egress is immediate without a key. It runs a deadlatch, which is what you want on an exterior or secured storeroom door. ANSI function F86.
2) What is Vandlgard on the Schlage ND96 and why would I pay for it?
Vandlgard lets the outside lever rotate freely when the lock is locked instead of resisting. Someone hanging on the lever or kicking down on it turns air rather than loading the chassis, so the common abuse failure on a storeroom door is removed. It is the difference between ND96 and the plain ND80 storeroom lock, which is the same F86 function without the clutching lever. For a school corridor, a dorm, or any high-traffic MRO opening, that is the reason to take the 96.
3) Do I have to order a Schlage ND96 handed for a left or right hand door?
No. The ND96 is non-handed, so one lock covers either swing and nobody has to field-determine the hand before it goes on the cart. That matters on a multi-opening order where the doors swing both ways.
4) The ND96 is offered less cylinder. What cylinder do I have to buy separately?
Three cylinder configurations are orderable: J for Schlage full size interchangeable core (FSIC), B for small format interchangeable core (SFIC), and L for less conventional cylinder. All three ship without the core or cylinder, so you supply it. The ND series also accepts less cylinder builds made to fit non-Schlage cylinders from Best, Corbin Russwin, Medeco, Sargent and Yale, which is how you keep an existing master key system intact. If you would rather it arrive keyed, the series standard is a 6-pin conventional cylinder in the patented Everest 29 S123 keyway with two keys.
5) What Grade 1 storeroom lever can replace a Schlage ND96 on a heavy-traffic opening?
The Schlage ND96 is a Grade 1 cylindrical storeroom lever with the outside lever always locked and the latchbolt retracted by key outside or by the inside lever. Within the Grade 1 cylindrical lever family, the Dexter C1000 series covers the adjacent keyed functions - the C1000 classroom and the C1000 entry/office are both Grade 1 cylindrical lever locks rated for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors. The ND96 carries the Vandlgard clutching outside lever, which lets the outside lever rotate freely when locked instead of resisting torque, so if free-spinning lever behavior is what you are matching, stay on the ND96.
6) Is there a lighter-duty storeroom lever than the Schlage ND96 for a low-traffic utility door?
Two Grade 2 storeroom levers cover that opening. The Cal-Royal AG05 is a Grade 2 storeroom lever lockset with a deadlocking latchbolt for doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch, and the Hager 2580 is a Grade 2 storeroom cylindrical lock with the Withnell lever for doors 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch. The ND96 is Grade 1 heavy duty with the Vandlgard clutching lever; the two Grade 2 units are conventional storeroom chassis without that feature.
7) The door needs to lock down from inside during a threat - what do I use instead of a storeroom lever?
A storeroom lever like the Schlage ND96 keeps the outside lever locked at all times and cannot be unlocked by anyone in the room. For a classroom that needs to be secured by occupants, the Dexter C1000 classroom security is a Grade 1 clutching keyed cylindrical lever built for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors, and the Dexter C1000 classroom is the Grade 1 keyed classroom function on the same chassis and door range.
8) Both levers need to stay fixed with key access only from either side - is a storeroom lever right?
No. The Schlage ND96 leaves the inside lever always free for egress, so it cannot hold both sides rigid. For an opening where both levers stay fixed and a key retracts the latch from either side, the Dexter C1000 asylum is a Grade 1 cylindrical lock in the asylum/institution/utility function for doors 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch, and the Arrow MK33-BD-CS is a heavy duty asylum cylindrical lock with a conventional cylinder in the Schlage C keyway. Double cylinder locks are a life safety hazard on any door used for egress and should be installed only in accordance with existing codes.
9) My existing keys are cut to a Schlage C keyway - what else can I order that accepts them?
The Schlage ND96 ships less cylinder or with FSIC or SFIC formats, and its standard keying is a 6-pin patented Everest 29 S123 keyway with open, restricted, Primus, master keying and construction keying as options. If you are matching an existing Schlage C system on other doors, the Cal-Royal AG03 classroom lever is offered with a 6-pin Schlage C keyway keyed different on a 2-3/4 inch backset, the Cal-Royal AG00 entrance lever with a 6-pin Schlage C keyway on a 2-3/8 inch backset, and the Arrow MK33-BD-CS asylum knob with a conventional Schlage C keyway cylinder.
10) Should I use the ND96 storeroom lock or a classroom function on a secured room?
Choose by who controls the lock. ND96 never unlocks the outside lever, so the door is permanently secured and a keyholder lets themselves in one entry at a time. Nobody can leave it unlocked by accident, which is the right behavior for a storeroom, an electrical room or a mechanical closet. If staff need to leave the door free during the day, ND94 is the Vandlgard classroom lock where the key outside actually locks and unlocks the lever. If lockdown from either side matters, ND98 is the Vandlgard classroom security version with 180 degree key rotation. All three share the same chassis and prep.
11) What finishes does the Schlage ND96 come in, and can I get an antimicrobial one for a healthcare corridor?
Ten finishes across the ND series: 605/US3 bright brass, 606/US4 satin brass, 612/US10 satin bronze, 613/US10B oil rubbed bronze, 619/US15 satin nickel, 622/US19 matte black, 625/US26 bright chrome, 626/US26D satin chrome, 626AM satin chrome antimicrobial, and 643e/716 aged bronze. The 626AM is the antimicrobial satin chrome for patient rooms and clinical corridors. Worth knowing for schools: the indicator and instruction rose options on several ND functions are 626 only, other finishes get a standard rose.
12) I need to standardize storeroom locks across a whole facility. Can I mix ND96 with other functions on the same keyway?
Yes, and that is the usual way an ND specification is written. There are 31 mechanical functions in the series plus 6 wired ones, and all of them use the same ANSI 161L cylindrical prep, so the storeroom doors take ND96 while offices take ND50 and classrooms take ND94 with one door prep and one trim appearance throughout. Key systems run open, patented, restricted, geographic exclusive and UL437, with master keying and construction keying available, so a facility can key the whole set into one hierarchy. Ordering the locks less cylinder lets your locksmith pin them into the system you already run.
13) What is a cheaper storeroom lever lock than the Schlage ND96 if the door is not high abuse?
Two Grade 2 storeroom levers are the step down. The Cal-Royal AG05 is a Grade 2 storeroom lever with a deadlocking latchbolt, listed for 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors. The Hager 2580 with the Withnell lever is a Grade 2 commercial storeroom lever listed for 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors. Neither has a clutching lever, so on a door where people hang off the handle you lose the main thing the ND96 is bought for. On a back-of-house closet behind a locked corridor, a Grade 2 is normally enough.
14) Does the Schlage ND96 need wiring or power?
No power, no wire. The ND96 is a fully mechanical storeroom lock with a single cylinder, so there is nothing to connect and nothing that changes state when the building loses power: the outside lever stays fixed and the inside lever stays free. The ND series does offer six wired functions on the same chassis and prep, autodetecting 12-24V DC with switch-selectable fail safe or fail secure and request-to-exit, if the opening later gets tied into access control. Those are separate functions to order, not an option on the 96.
15) What is a Grade 1 alternative to the Schlage ND96 if I need a vandal resistant cylindrical lever from a different brand?
Corbin Russwin's CL3100 Series is the closest peer on vandal resistance: the CL3110 is a Grade 1 vandal resistant cylindrical lever, fire rated, for 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch doors. Note it is a passage/closet function, so it locks nothing and is only a match where the door does not need a key. Dexter's C1000 Series is the other Grade 1 clutching family, offered in classroom, classroom security, entry/office and asylum functions for 1-3/8 inch doors up. Spec the function first, then the brand.
16) Can I put a Yale or Accentra cylinder in a Schlage ND96, or do I need an adapter?
The ND96 is ordered less cylinder to accept non-Schlage cylinders, and Schlage lists support for cylinders from Best, Corbin Russwin, Medeco, Sargent and Yale, alongside its own conventional, FSIC, SFIC and 7-pin SL formats. The adapter runs the other direction: the Accentra 107S is a Schlage cylinder adapter kit for Yale hardware, meant for fitting a Schlage cylinder into Yale hardware rather than fitting a Yale cylinder into a Schlage chassis.
17) What is the difference between the Schlage ND96 and a passage lever that looks the same?
They share the cylindrical lever format but not the security. The ND96 is a keyed single-cylinder storeroom lock with the outside lever always locked. The Corbin Russwin CL3110 is a Grade 1 vandal resistant cylindrical lever in passage/closet function, fire rated, for 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch doors, and the Falcon K101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty passage cylindrical lock, fire rated, for 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch doors. Both are non-keyed - the latch retracts from either side at all times, so neither secures a storeroom.
18) I need the same lever look on an inactive leaf next to a storeroom lock - what pairs with a Grade 1 cylindrical lever?
A dummy trim is the match for a door leaf with no latch. The BEST 9K series 1DT is a Grade 1 heavy duty non-keyed single dummy trim cylindrical lever, and the Accentra 455LN Augusta is a Grade 1 heavy duty single dummy cylindrical lever in the 5400 series. Both are fixed trim with no chassis or latch, so they serve as a pull or matching inactive trim beside a working keyed lock like the Schlage ND96.
19) The opening needs the lock to release on a card reader signal - what replaces a mechanical storeroom lever?
The Schlage ND96 is a mechanical lock with no electrified function. For an access-controlled opening, the Corbin Russwin CL33903 is a Grade 1 electrified cylindrical lever lock, fail safe, 12VAC/DC, for doors 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch. A fail safe lever unlocks when power is removed, which is the opposite of storeroom behavior, so confirm that matches the life-safety intent for the door before you spec it.
20) The tenant wants keypad entry on a storeroom door instead of a key - what are the options?
The Schlage ND96 is a keyed mechanical storeroom lock with no code entry. For keypad access on a lever, 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 and needs no power, while the Delaney LP250 is a Grade 2 electronic keypad leverlock. The mechanical keypad unit runs without batteries or wiring; the electronic one is powered.
21) Is a Grade 2 or Grade 3 entrance lever an acceptable stand-in for a Grade 1 storeroom lock on a commercial opening?
They are different functions and different duty classes. The Schlage ND96 is a Grade 1 heavy duty commercial storeroom lock. The Hager 2525 is a Grade 2 commercial cylindrical entry lock with a lever handle for doors 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch, and the Cal-Royal AUS00 is a Grade 3 entrance/office lever with a solid brass forged body for doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch. Entrance function allows the outside lever to be unlocked from the inside; storeroom function keeps it locked at all times.
22) Is the Schlage ND96 suitable for a residential rental unit door?
It will work, but it is built for commercial duty and it behaves like a storeroom lock, meaning the outside lever never unlocks and a tenant without a key cannot get in even when they have just stepped out. For an apartment entry you want an entrance function instead. Inside the same series, ND91 is the Vandlgard entrance/office lock where a push button on the inside lever controls the outside lever. For lighter residential work the Kwikset 200BRNL Breton passage lever (Grade 3, 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch doors) and the Hager 2525 Grade 2 commercial entry lever (1-3/8 inch to 2 inch) sit at the other end of the range.
23) What is the Schlage ND96 made of, and will it hold up in a coastal or washdown area?
Modular construction of zinc and steel components, plated for corrosion protection, with a cast steel spindle rated past 16 million cycles. The plating is the corrosion answer rather than a stainless body, so it suits heavy duty interior and protected exterior commercial use. Duty level is heavy duty, commercial.
24) Will a Baldwin or Emtek lever work on a commercial storeroom door?
Those are a different class of product. The Baldwin Estate 5103 with the 5048 rose comes in passage, privacy and half dummy functions - none of them keyed storeroom - and the Emtek Classic Brass Cortina leverset is sold as a dummy pair. The Schlage ND96 is a Grade 1 heavy duty commercial keyed storeroom lock, so for a storeroom opening the decorative leversets are matching trim, not a replacement for the lock.
25) What is the difference between the Schlage ND96 and the Falcon T101 on a high-abuse door?
The Falcon T101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty cylindrical passage lever lock with Pressure Release Technology in the T series - a passage function, so the latch retracts from either side and the door is never secured. The Schlage ND96 is a Grade 1 heavy duty keyed storeroom lock whose Vandlgard feature lets the outside lever rotate freely when locked so force on the lever is not transferred to the chassis. Both address lever abuse; only the ND96 keys the opening.
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