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Schlage Residential F40 Georgian Knob Privacy Lock with Dual Backset Latch

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Schlage Residential F40 Georgian Knob Privacy Lock with Dual Backset Latch

Professional Privacy Lock Solution for Residential Applications

The Schlage Residential F40 Georgian Knob Privacy Lock delivers reliable privacy function for bedrooms and bathrooms with push-button locking operation. This Grade 2 certified cylindrical lock accommodates door thickness from 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" and features dual backset compatibility for 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" installations. The zinc and steel construction with Georgian knob design provides durability and classic styling for residential applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Door Thickness Compatibility: Accommodates 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" doors for versatile residential installation options.
  • Dual Backset Design: Universal latch fits either 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" backsets for flexible door preparation requirements.
  • Privacy Function Operation: Push-button locking mechanism can be opened from outside with small circular tool, with inside knob turning releasing the button for convenient operation.
  • Durable Construction: Zinc and steel substrate materials provide long-lasting performance for residential applications.
  • Grade 2 Certification: ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Commercial Grade 2 and ANSI/BHMA A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AAA certified for quality assurance.
  • Easy Installation: Features simple 3-step installation process requiring only a screwdriver for quick setup.
  • Complete Hardware Package: Includes 16080 spring latch with 1" x 2-1/4" faceplate and 10027 full lip radius strike for complete installation.
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 10 Year warranty coverage for added confidence and protection.

Standard Features

Certification: ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Commercial Grade 2; ANSI/BHMA A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AAA; Available UL Listed for 3-hour fire door (F10, F40 (CSV Only), F51A, F80 functions).
Latch:
1"x 2-1/4", 1/4" radius corner faceplate, 7/8" housing diameter, 1/2" throw, circular drive-in included, universal latch
Strike:
1-5/8" x 2-1/4" radius corner, full lip, no box
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 select appropriate backset (2-3/8" or 2-3/4").
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door surfaces for the cylindrical lock installation.
  3. Prepare door by drilling required holes for the lock body, latch, and strike plate as specified in manufacturer instructions.
  4. Install the 16080 spring latch and 10027 full lip radius strike, then secure the lock mechanism to door per manufacturer specifications.
  5. Adjust knob operation for proper alignment and smooth push-button locking function throughout the full range of motion.
  6. Test privacy lock operation including push-button engagement, outside emergency release with circular tool, and inside knob release function. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Residential Bedroom Privacy
  • Bathroom Door Security
  • Home Office Privacy
  • Guest Room Applications
  • Multi-Family Housing Units
  • Residential Renovation Projects
  • New Construction Residential

Why Choose Schlage Residential Quality?

Schlage Residential F40 privacy locks deliver professional-grade reliability with zinc and steel construction rated for Grade 2 commercial and Grade AAA residential performance. The 10 Year warranty coverage provides added confidence for long-term residential use. Engineered for demanding residential applications where dependable privacy function and classic styling are essential.

ANSI/BHMA Grade 2 rated mechanical knob or lever with solid brass construction and SecureKey re-keyable cylinder. Support Resources: Manuals Hub: Schlage Manuals, Installation Guides & Templates (https://www.schlage.com/en/home/support/installation-manuals-templates.html) || Installation Guides: F-Series Knob and Lever Installation Instructions (https://www.schlage.com/content/dam/sch-us/documents/pdf/installation-manuals/P515-302.pdf) || Door Prep Templates: F10/F40/F51 Knob and Lever Door Prep Template (https://www.schlage.com/content/dam/sch-us/documents/pdf/installation-manuals/P513-593.pdf) || FAQs & Support: Schlage Product FAQs (https://www.schlage.com/en/home/support/faqs.html)

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Series:
F 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:
16-080: Spring Latch, Dual Option (Round, Drive-in)
Keyed Function:
Non-Keyed
ANSI/BHMA:
F76
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Bored Locksets
Keyed:
No
Electronic:
No
Commercial/Residential:
Residential
Function Description:
Push-button locking ; Can be opened from outside with small circular tool; Turning inside knob/lever releases button
Lock Type:
Cylindrical
Lock Function:
Privacy/Bed/Bath
Product Type:
Bored Locksets
Handle Design:
Georgian Knob
Handle Type:
Knob
Product Attribute:
Cylindrical Locks
Product Model:
F40
Product Function:
Privacy/Bed/Bath
Door Hand Direction:
Non-Handed
Door Thickness Range:
1-3/8" to 1-3/4"
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Product Substrate:
Zinc and Steel
Department:
Door Hardware

Schlage Residential F40 GEO 605 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Schlage F40 Georgian knob work on a 1-3/8 inch interior door?
Yes. The F40 privacy knob covers a door thickness range of 1-3/8 inches to 1-3/4 inches, so it handles both older interior doors and standard 1-3/4 inch slabs without any extra kit.
2) My doors are bored 2-3/8 inch backset but some are 2-3/4 inch. Do I have to order two versions of the Schlage F40?
No, one part covers both. The F40 ships with the 16-080 dual-option spring latch, which adjusts to either a 2-3/8 inch or a 2-3/4 inch backset. For a property manager buying a batch across mixed door prep, that means one SKU per finish instead of two, and no sorting at the door.
3) Does the Schlage F40 privacy knob need to be handed left or right?
No handing to specify. The F40 is non-handed, so the same lock goes on a left-hand or right-hand door. Order by finish and rose design only.
4) Can you unlock a Schlage F40 bathroom knob from the outside in an emergency?
Yes. The F40 is a privacy function: the button pushes in from the inside, and from the hall side it releases with a small circular tool through the face of the outside knob. Turning the inside knob also pops the button. That is the behavior you want on a bedroom or bath door in a rental or a guest room, where staff need in but the door still locks for the occupant.
5) Does the Schlage F40 privacy knob take a key?
No key, and no cylinder. The F40 is a non-keyed privacy lock, so it will not work on an entry door or anywhere you need to lock behind you from outside. For a keyed opening you need a different function in the F Series, not this one.
6) Will the Schlage F40 latch into the strike plates already in my door frames?
Usually, if your existing strike is the common radius-corner type. The F40 ships with the 10-027 full lip radius strike measuring 2-1/4 by 1-5/8 inches, with a 1/2 inch latchbolt throw. If the frame cutout in your building matches that 2-1/4 by 1-5/8 radius-corner pattern, the supplied strike drops straight in with no new mortise. A square-corner or T-strike frame prep will not accept it without filing or re-mortising the jamb.
7) Can I use the Schlage F40 on a fire-rated door?
Not this configuration. UL Listing for a 3-hour fire door on the F40 applies only to the CSV variant, along with the F10, F51A and F80 functions. The Georgian knob privacy lock as built here is not the CSV assembly, so do not put it on a rated opening in a corridor or stairwell without confirming the fire-rated build.
8) The door needs to lock with a key, not a push button. What should be used instead of the Schlage F40?
The F40 will not do it. It is a non-keyed lock, privacy function only, with push-button locking and no cylinder. For an opening that has to take a key, a single cylinder handleset covers it: the Delaney Katana 400-KA is a Grade 2 single cylinder handleset with interior trim, and the Bravura 913-Savannah, 915-Jacksonville, and 971-Austin are Grade 2 handlesets that pair a keyed exterior with the 615 interior plate and 906-Macon interior knob. The Bravura 973-Montgomery is the same idea with the 672 interior plate and a 939-Charlotte interior lever instead of a knob. Keep the F40 for the bedroom and bath doors behind that entry.
9) What is the difference between the Schlage F40 Georgian knob and the Emtek Select Brass Conical Stem Dark Walnut knob?
They are different lock functions on the same style of bore. The Schlage F40 Georgian knob is a privacy/bed/bath lock: it has a push-button lock, can be opened from outside with a small circular tool, and turning the inside knob releases the button. The Emtek Select Brass Conical Stem Dark Walnut knob is a passage/hall/closet function, which latches the door but does not lock at all. For a bedroom or bathroom door that has to secure from the inside, the F40 is the one with the locking function; for a hall, closet, or pantry door that only needs to stay shut, the Emtek passage knob covers it.
10) Is the Schlage F40 knob strong enough for apartment turnover and multi-family use?
It carries ANSI/BHMA Grade 2 under A156.2-2017 and Residential Grade AAA under A156.39-2015, with a zinc and steel body. Grade 2 is the middle commercial tier, which is why this residential-line knob gets specified in apartments and multi-family corridors where a builder-grade Grade 3 knob would not hold up.
11) What is the ANSI function number for the Schlage F40 privacy knob?
F76, the bath and bedroom privacy function. If the door schedule on your drawing calls out F76, the F40 Georgian knob meets it. Spec writers and institutional buyers standardizing a floor plan can match on that number rather than on the model name.
12) What finishes and rose styles does the Schlage F40 Georgian knob come in?
Nine finishes: 605 Bright Brass, 608 Satin Brass, 609 Antique Brass, 619 Satin Nickel, 620 Antique Nickel, 621 Distressed Nickel, 622 Matte Black, 625 Bright Chrome, and 716 Aged Bronze. Five rose designs sit under the knob: Addison, Alden, Brookshire, Camelot, and Wakefield. If you are matching existing F Series hardware on other doors in the building, the rose shape is the detail that gives away a mismatch, so pull the trim off one existing door and match the rose before you match the finish.
13) Do I need a drive-in latch for a door with no faceplate mortise?
It comes in the box. The 16-080 latch is supplied in dual configuration, faceplate or circular drive-in, so a door bored but not mortised for a faceplate takes the drive-in collar instead. The faceplate version measures 1 by 2-1/4 inches with 1/4 inch radius corners and a 7/8 inch latch housing diameter.
14) Schlage F40 privacy knob or a lever for accessible units?
The F40 Georgian is a knob, and a knob requires grasping and twisting. In units where accessible operation is a requirement, a lever is the trim to specify instead. The privacy function itself is the same either way, so switching to a lever in the F Series does not change the latch, the strike, or the 2-3/8 and 2-3/4 backset coverage. For a passage opening rather than a privacy one, the Emtek Select Brass Conical Stem Dark Walnut knob is a passage function knob if you just need a closet or hall door to latch without locking.
15) What tools do I need to install a Schlage F40 knob, and is anything else required?
A screwdriver, if the door is already bored. The F40 comes with the 16-080 latch and the 10-027 strike, so on an existing prep it is a three-step swap with no other parts to buy. New construction or an unbored slab needs the door drilled for the lock body, latch and strike first, using the Schlage door prep template for the F10, F40 and F51 knobs and levers.
16) What is the alternative to the Schlage F40 if the opening needs credentialed access instead of a mechanical lock?
The F40 is entirely mechanical, non-electronic, and non-keyed, so it has no way to accept a credential. Where an opening has to read a card or phone, the Paxton PaxLock Pro 900-620WT-US is a battery-powered lever latch lock with a dual frequency reader at 13.56 MHz and 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, AES128 encryption, and UL, FCC, and ISED listings, built for a 1-3/4 inch door. Note that it fits 1-3/4 inch doors specifically, while the F40 covers a 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch range, so a thinner door that takes the F40 will not take the PaxLock Pro.
17) How does the Schlage F40 compare on ANSI/BHMA grade to other residential locks?
The Schlage F40 Georgian knob privacy lock is Grade 2, certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Commercial Grade 2 and ANSI/BHMA A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AAA. Among the comparable residential sets, the Delaney Katana 400-KA handleset and the Bravura Savannah, Jacksonville, Austin, and Montgomery handlesets are also Grade 2. The Callan Visconti and Callan Briona handlesets and the Delaney Avino 400-AV handleset are Grade 3. If a spec or a facility standard calls for Grade 2 across the interior doors, the F40 meets it in a knob privacy function.
18) Can a Schlage F40 privacy knob be used where a deadbolt is needed?
No. The F40 is a cylindrical bored lockset with a 16-080 spring latch and a 1/2 inch throw, and its privacy function is a push button, not a bolt. A deadbolt is a separate product in a separate bore: the Delaney Traditional 200-B and the Delaney Contemporary 200-LTR round deadbolt are both Grade 3 single cylinder deadbolts in a cylinder by thumbturn function, keyed outside and thumbturn inside. On an entry door that needs both, the deadbolt goes in its own prep above the bored lock.
19) What is the cheaper alternative to a Grade 2 Schlage F40 for low-traffic doors?
Grade 3 is the step down, and on a low-use interior door it is often enough. In handlesets, the Callan Visconti and Callan Briona single cylinder sets and the Delaney Avino are Grade 3. The tradeoff is cycle and strength testing: Grade 2 is tested to a higher standard than Grade 3, which is why turnover-heavy multi-family stock tends to get Grade 2 like the F40 and an owner-occupied interior door often does not.
20) Which lock has a lever instead of a knob for an interior door?
The Schlage F40 Georgian is a knob, non-handed, in a privacy function for bed and bath doors. If the trim on the job has to be a lever, the Bravura 973-Montgomery is the lever option in the comparable set, supplied with the 672 interior plate and the 939-Charlotte interior lever, though it is a handleset rather than an interior privacy lock. On a bedroom or bathroom door where the privacy push button is the requirement, the F40 knob is the one that carries that function.
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