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Schlage Residential 16-601 FC Series Triple Option Spring Latch, Adjustable Backset, Triple Option - 1" x 2-1/4" Front With Round or Square Corner or Drive-In

Schlage Residential 16-601 FC Series Triple Option Spring Latch with Adjustable Backset

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Schlage Residential 16-601 FC Series Triple Option Spring Latch with Adjustable Backset

Professional Lock Component Solution

The Schlage Residential 16-601 FC Series spring latch delivers versatile installation options with triple configuration capability and adjustable backset functionality. This professional-grade latch features a 1" x 2-1/4" front design accommodating round corner, square corner, or drive-in applications. Constructed from durable stainless steel substrate, this component provides reliable operation for residential lock mechanisms requiring flexible installation parameters.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Triple Configuration Options: Round corner, square corner, and drive-in front designs provide installation flexibility for various door preparations and applications.
  • Adjustable Backset Design: Field-adjustable backset accommodates different door thicknesses and lock body configurations for versatile installation requirements.
  • Standard Front Dimensions: 1" x 2-1/4" front plate dimensions ensure compatibility with standard residential door preparations and lock mortises.
  • Stainless Steel Construction: Durable stainless steel substrate provides corrosion resistance and long-term reliability in residential applications.
  • FC Series Compatibility: Engineered specifically for Schlage FC Series lock mechanisms ensuring proper fit and optimal performance.
  • Spring-Loaded Operation: Reliable spring mechanism provides consistent latch retraction and extension for smooth lock operation.

Standard Features

Schlage Residential 16-601 FC Series Triple Option Spring Latch, Adjustable Backset, Triple Option - 1" x 2-1/4" Front With Round or Square Corner or Drive-In

Installation & Operation

This replacement latch component is designed for use with compatible Schlage FC Series lock mechanisms. Refer to the parent device installation instructions and manufacturer documentation for proper integration. Ensure compatibility with existing hardware before installation.

Professional Applications

  • Residential Lock Repair and Maintenance
  • Property Management Lock Servicing
  • Locksmith Replacement Parts Inventory
  • Multi-Family Housing Maintenance
  • Home Security System Updates
  • Door Hardware Restoration Projects

Why Choose Schlage Residential Quality?

Schlage Residential lock components deliver professional-grade reliability with stainless steel construction engineered for demanding residential applications. The FC Series design ensures precise compatibility and optimal performance when integrated with existing Schlage lock mechanisms. Trusted engineering provides dependable operation where consistent security hardware performance is essential.

Backed by Schlage's Lifetime Limited Mechanical and Finish Warranty.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Product Group:
Parts and Accessories
Product Subgroup:
Lock Parts and Accessories
Product Type:
Latches
Commercial/Residential:
Residential
Subcategory:
Lock Parts and Accessories
Product Substrate:
Stainless Steel
Product Category:
Parts and Accessories
Department:
Door Hardware

Schlage Residential 16-601-626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What backset does the Schlage 16-601 latch fit, 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inch?
The 16-601 FC Series spring latch has an adjustable backset, so one part covers both of the standard residential bore-to-edge dimensions instead of you stocking two. You set it in the field during install rather than ordering a fixed-backset version.
2) Will the Schlage 16-601 latch drop into a square corner door prep, or do I need a round corner one?
Either, plus drive-in. The 16-601 is a triple option latch: it ships with a 1 x 2-1/4 inch front that works as a round corner face, a square corner face, or as a drive-in with no faceplate at all. That means you can pull the old latch, see what the edge of the door is cut for, and use the same part whether the mortise has radiused or squared corners.
3) Which Schlage locks does the 16-601 latch replace the latch on?
It is built for Schlage FC Series residential lock mechanisms. If the knob or lever you are servicing is an FC Series set, the 16-601 is the matching spring latch. For a non-FC Schlage lockset, match the latch to that lock body instead.
4) I need a latch for a bedroom or bathroom door, not an entry lock. What should I use?
The Deltana DLP23875 is built for that duty: it is a drive-in latch with an adjustable backset of 2-3/8 inch or 2-3/4 inch and a passage/privacy function. Deltana's entry-function counterpart, the DLE23875, is the one to pick for a keyed exterior opening. The Schlage 16-601 FC Series latch is the spring latch used with Schlage FC Series lock mechanisms, so it is the right call when you are matching or repairing existing Schlage FC hardware rather than buying a latch on its own.
5) If the opening needs a fire-rated latch, what are the options?
Look at the Kwikset UL-listed latches rather than a general-purpose spring latch. The Kwikset 83521 is an RCAL plain latch carrying a UL 3 hour listing for BBL, KNL, CNL and PLL lock bodies, and the Kwikset 83518 is an RCAL adjustable square drive latch, also UL 3 hour. The Kwikset 84290 square corner plainlatch on a 2-3/8 inch backset is UL as well. The Schlage 16-601 FC Series latch is the fit for Schlage FC Series residential lock mechanisms.
6) What is the difference between the Schlage 16-601 spring latch and the Deltana DLE23875 drive-in latch?
Both are adjustable-backset latches, but they differ in front style and stated fit data. The Schlage 16-601 FC Series latch ships as a triple option, meaning the same latch can be set up as a round corner front, a square corner front, or a drive-in, with a 1 inch by 2-1/4 inch front and a stainless steel substrate. The Deltana DLE23875 is a drive-in only latch with an entry function, and it is rated for doors 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch thick. If the door is already bored for a drive-in with no faceplate mortise, either will seat; if you are servicing a mix of doors where some have a mortised faceplate, the triple option front covers both preps out of one part.
7) Does the Kwikset 84290 square corner plainlatch work as a replacement for a Schlage FC Series latch?
They are not interchangeable parts. The Kwikset 84290 is a square corner plainlatch on a fixed 2-3/8 inch backset, built into the Kwikset cylinder platform. The Schlage 16-601 is engineered for Schlage FC Series lock mechanisms, with a field-adjustable backset and a front that can be set up round corner, square corner, or drive-in. Latch tailpiece and lock body engagement differ between manufacturers, so match the latch to the brand of the lock body already in the door.
8) What finishes does the Schlage 16-601 spring latch come in to match my existing knobs?
Four: 606 satin brass, 619 satin nickel, 626 satin chrome, and 716 aged bronze. On a latch, only the front edge shows once the door is closed, so match the faceplate to the lockset trim already on the door. In drive-in form there is no visible faceplate at all.
9) Is the Schlage 16-601 a deadbolt latch or a spring latch for a knob or lever?
Spring latch, meaning the beveled bolt that retracts when the knob or lever turns and springs back out to catch the strike. It is not a deadbolt. For a motorized deadbolt bolt assembly, the Emtek LC9-DBLTCH EMPowered motorized deadbolt latch is the deadbolt-side part.
10) My tenant's Schlage knob turns but the latch does not spring back. Do I replace the whole lockset?
Not necessarily. On an FC Series Schlage set, the spring latch is a separate serviceable component, so a latch that sticks or fails to extend can be swapped on its own with the 16-601 while the knob, cylinder, and keying stay as they are. That keeps the door on the same key, which is what matters when you are running a building on one keyway.
11) Can I use the Schlage 16-601 on a pocket door?
No, a pocket door takes different hardware. A tubular pocket door privacy latch uses its own faceplate, and the Emtek 83228 is the square corner faceplate and screw set for that privacy/bed/bath application. The Schlage 16-601 is a spring latch for a standard swinging door bored for an FC Series lock, with a 1 inch by 2-1/4 inch front available in round corner, square corner, or drive-in.
12) What do I need if the opening is a deadbolt rather than a knob or lever?
A spring latch is the wrong component for a deadbolt bore. For a motorized electronic deadbolt, the Emtek LC9-DBLTCH is an EMPowered deadbolt latch. On mechanical deadbolts, the Kwikset 83518 RCAL adjustable square drive latch carries a UL 3 hour listing. The Schlage 16-601 is a spring-loaded latch that retracts and extends with the knob or lever of an FC Series lock, so it belongs in the latch bore, not the deadbolt bore.
13) I am stocking one adjustable-backset latch to cover a mixed apartment portfolio. Which covers the most doors?
It depends on the lock bodies in the portfolio. If the doors are Schlage FC Series, the 16-601 covers the most preps out of a single part number, since one latch handles round corner, square corner, and drive-in fronts on a 1 inch by 2-1/4 inch front with an adjustable backset, and it comes in 606 satin brass, 619 satin nickel, 626 satin chrome, and 716 aged bronze to match the rest of the trim. If the doors are Deltana, the split is by function: the DLE23875 for entry openings and the DLP23875 for passage and privacy, both adjustable and both rated for 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors.
14) Will a stainless steel latch hold up on an exterior apartment door?
The 16-601 uses a stainless steel substrate, which is the reason it holds up against corrosion where a plated steel latch would rust in the mortise on a weather-exposed door. It is rated by the maker for residential service, so it fits apartment, condo, and single-family openings rather than high-traffic commercial entrances.
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