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Schlage Residential Schlage Residential F51A - Entry Lock - Avila Lever, C Keyway with 16211 Latch and 10063 Strike SCR-F51A-KEYED-VLA

Schlage Residential F51A Avila Lever Entry Lock with C Keyway Single Cylinder Function

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Schlage Residential F51A Avila Lever Entry Lock with C Keyway Single Cylinder Function

Professional Residential Entry Lock Solution

The Schlage Residential F51A Avila Lever Entry Lock delivers Grade 2 commercial-grade performance for residential applications. This single cylinder entry lock features the elegant Avila lever design with C keyway configuration, accommodating door thickness from 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" with dual backset options of 2-3/8" or 2-3/4". The lock includes a 1" x 2-1/4" latch with 1/2" throw and full lip radius strike for secure installation.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Door Compatibility: Fits door thickness from 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" with dual backset latches for 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" installations.
  • Grade 2 Commercial Performance: ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Commercial Grade 2 and ANSI/BHMA A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AAA certification for reliable operation.
  • Fire Door Compatible: Available UL Listed for 3-hour fire door applications providing code compliance for critical installations.
  • Complete Hardware Package: Includes 1" x 2-1/4" latch with 1/4" radius corner faceplate, 7/8" housing diameter, and 1-5/8" x 2-1/4" radius corner full lip strike.
  • Keyed Entry Function: Single cylinder operation unlocks when door is opened from inside, with manual turnbutton override and key operation from exterior.
  • Professional Installation: Easy 3-step installation process requiring only a screwdriver with universal latch and circular drive-in design.
  • 5-Pin Security: C keyway cylinder with keyed alike (KA4) configuration and two keys per lock for convenient access management.
  • Manufacturer Warranty: 10 Year warranty coverage for added confidence and long-term 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 determine 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 per manufacturer specifications for the lock body, latch, and strike plate installation.
  4. Install the dual backset latch assembly and secure the cylindrical lock mechanism to door per manufacturer torque specifications.
  5. Mount the full lip radius strike plate to door frame and adjust for proper alignment with the 1/2" throw latch bolt.
  6. Test lock operation including key function from exterior, turnbutton operation from interior, and verify proper latching and smooth lever operation. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Residential Entry Doors
  • Multi-Family Housing Units
  • Apartment and Condominium Complexes
  • Single-Family Home Construction
  • Residential Renovation Projects
  • Property Management Applications
  • Fire Door Installations (UL Listed Applications)

Why Choose Schlage Residential Quality?

Schlage Residential F Series locks deliver professional-grade reliability with zinc and steel construction rated for Grade 2 commercial performance and Residential Grade AAA certification. The 10 Year warranty provides long-term protection and confidence in demanding residential applications. Engineered for dependable operation with easy installation and elegant Avila lever design that complements any residential décor.

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:
16-086: Dead Latch, Dual Option (Round, Drive-in)
Keyed Function:
Single Cylinder
ANSI/BHMA:
F81
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Bored Locksets
Keyed:
Yes
Electronic:
No
Commercial/Residential:
Residential
Function Description:
Keyed entry function unlocks when door is opened from the inside, allowing you to leave quickly, conveniently and re-enter easily; Locked by inserting key and rotating cylinder from outside, or manually rotating interior turnbutton after exit
Lock Type:
Cylindrical
Lock Function:
Single Cylinder
Product Type:
Bored Locksets
Handle Type:
Lever
Handle Design:
Avila Lever
Lever/Knob Design:
Avila Lever
Product Attribute:
Cylindrical Locks
Product Model:
F51A
Product Function:
Entrance
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 F51A VLA 626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Schlage F51A Avila lever entry lock fit a 1-3/8 inch interior door and a 1-3/4 inch exterior door?
Both. The F51A is built for a door thickness range of 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inches, which covers the standard commercial and exterior 1-3/4 inch slab as well as the thinner 1-3/8 inch doors common in older houses and interior openings. No spacer kit or thickness-specific version to pick.
2) Do I need to know the backset before ordering the Schlage F51A, or does it cover both 2-3/8 and 2-3/4?
You do not need to measure first. The F51A ships with a dual-backset dead latch that adjusts to either 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inch, so the same lock drops into either bore spacing. The latch is the 16-086 dual option, supplied in both round and drive-in form so it works whether the edge is prepped for a faceplate or a bored drive-in latch.
3) Is the Schlage F51A handed? I have doors swinging both ways in the building.
Non-handed. One F51A works on a left-hand or right-hand door, inswing or outswing, so a property manager stocking spares only has to carry one part number per finish and rose. Nothing to reverse in the field.
4) Will the F51A latch into the strike plate already in my door frame?
The F51A throws a 1/2 inch latchbolt into a 1-5/8 by 2-1/4 inch radius corner full lip strike, supplied with the lock. If your frame already has a standard 2-1/4 inch radius corner strike cutout, the included 10-027 strike drops straight into it. Frames prepped for a square corner strike or a T-strike will need the mortise adjusted or a matching strike sourced. The full lip version is the one you want on a wood jamb where the lip has to protect the casing.
5) What exactly does the F51A keyed entry function do when someone leaves the unit?
Turn the interior turnbutton, pull the door shut, and it is locked behind you. From outside it takes the key. The catch worth knowing: opening the door from the inside unlocks the outside lever, so if a tenant sets the button and then goes back in and out the door, the lock is left unlocked. It is the standard apartment and house entry behavior, not a storeroom function that stays locked no matter what.
6) Can I get several Schlage F51A locks keyed alike so one key runs the whole unit?
Yes, keying is a choice you make at order time on the F51A. Keyed different is the standard, keyed alike is there for multiple locks that need to run on one key, and there is a less-cylinder option if you are supplying your own cylinders or having a locksmith key them into an existing system. There is a key code field on the order if you have an existing bitting to match.
7) Is the Schlage C keyway on the F51A going to work with the keys I already have on the property?
The F51A cylinder is a 5-pin C keyway, which is Schlage's standard residential section, and it ships with two keys cut to that section. If the rest of the building is already on Schlage C, a locksmith can key these into the existing system or master them without swapping cylinders. If you are on a restricted or high security keyway, order it less cylinder and drop your own in.
8) For a fire-rated corridor door, can I substitute a handleset for the Schlage F51A?
Be careful here. The Schlage F51A is one of the functions available UL Listed for 3-hour fire door applications, alongside the F10, F40 CSV only, and F80 functions, and it carries ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Commercial Grade 2 plus A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AAA. The handleset alternatives in the comparable range, including the Grade 2 Delaney Katana and the Bravura Savannah 913, Jacksonville 915, Austin 971, and Montgomery 973, are rated at the Grade 2 performance level, which is a durability and strength classification and not a fire label. On a labeled opening, the F51A ordered in its UL Listed form is the one to specify.
9) What is the closest Grade 2 alternative to the Schlage F51A Avila lever entry lock if I want a handleset instead of a lever on the door face?
The Schlage F51A Avila is a Grade 2 keyed entry lockset with an Avila lever. If the opening calls for a full handleset with a gripping exterior handle rather than a lever, the Delaney Katana single cylinder handleset holds the same Grade 2 rating, as do the Bravura Savannah 913, Jacksonville 915, Austin 971, and Montgomery 973 handlesets. All of those are single cylinder keyed entry sets like the F51A, so the security function matches; the difference is the exterior trim format, a lever on a rose versus a handleset escutcheon with a thumbpiece. The Bravura Montgomery pairs its handleset with a Charlotte interior lever, which keeps the interior feel closest to the F51A's lever operation, while the Savannah, Jacksonville, and Austin use a Macon interior knob.
10) Is a Grade 3 handleset an acceptable swap for a Grade 2 Schlage F51A on an apartment entry door?
They sit at different ANSI/BHMA performance levels. The Schlage F51A Avila carries Grade 2, while the Callan Visconti and Callan Briona single cylinder handlesets and the Delaney Avino single cylinder handleset are Grade 3. All four are keyed entry sets with single cylinder operation, so the locking behavior is comparable, but a spec that calls out Grade 2 by name will not be satisfied by a Grade 3 set. Where the specification only asks for a keyed entry with an exterior key and interior thumbturn or turnbutton, the Grade 3 Callan and Delaney handlesets cover the same function. Where the door is on a rental turn schedule or a written hardware schedule citing Grade 2, stay with the F51A or move to another Grade 2 set such as the Delaney Katana.
11) Can I use the Emtek Select Brass Conical Stem Dark Walnut knob in place of a Schlage F51A on an entry door?
No. The Emtek Select Brass Conical Stem Dark Walnut knob is a passage function, meant for halls and closets, with no key and no locking. The Schlage F51A Avila is a keyed entry function: the exterior is keyed and the interior has a turnbutton, and it unlocks when the door is opened from the inside. On an exterior or unit entry door the Emtek knob will not secure the opening. The Emtek knob is the right call for the interior doors on the same job where a matching decorative style is wanted and no key is needed; it is not an entry substitute.
12) What replaces a keyed Schlage F51A lever if the building is moving to credential access instead of keys?
The Schlage F51A Avila is a mechanical, non-electronic lockset with a 5-pin C keyway cylinder. Where an opening is converting from keys to credentials, the Paxton PaxLock Pro Galaxy lever latch lock is the electronic counterpart in the set: it is a battery powered lever latch lock with a dual frequency reader at 13.56 MHz and 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, AES128 encryption, and it is UL, FCC, and ISED marked. Note the door prep window is different in practice, since the PaxLock Pro is specified for 1-3/4 inch door thickness while the F51A covers 1-3/8 inch through 1-3/4 inch, so thinner doors on the same floor still need the mechanical F51A. A common approach is PaxLock Pro on the amenity and common doors that need audit and credential control, and F51A on the unit doors that stay mechanical.
13) Is a residential Schlage F Series lever tough enough for apartment turnover and multi-family traffic?
The F51A carries ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Commercial Grade 2 as well as Residential Grade AAA under A156.39-2015, on zinc and steel construction. Grade 2 is the middle commercial tier, which is why this line gets specified in apartments and condos rather than the Grade 3 builder locks. For a high-traffic commercial corridor or a school, step up to a Grade 1 cylindrical lockset instead.
14) What are the alternatives to the Schlage F51A if I want a cheaper lock or a keypad instead?
For a lighter-duty budget opening, Callan's Visconti and Briona handlesets and the Delaney Avino are Grade 3 rather than the F51A's Grade 2, so expect less cycle life on a turnover door. If you want credentialed access instead of a key, the Paxton PaxLock Pro Galaxy lever latch lock is a battery powered dual-frequency reader lock (13.56 MHz, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth) for 1-3/4 inch doors, but note it is a single thickness where the F51A covers 1-3/8 through 1-3/4.
15) Does the Schlage F51A come with a deadbolt, or do I need to order one separately?
No deadbolt. The F51A is a single cylinder keyed entry lever only, latch and strike included. If the opening calls for a deadbolt as well, that is a separate bore and a separate order: the Delaney Traditional and Delaney Contemporary round are Grade 3 single cylinder deadbolts with cylinder outside and thumbturn inside. Have the deadbolt keyed to the same section if you want one key for both.
16) Can one person install a Schlage F51A on a door already bored for a knob lock?
Yes, and it is a screwdriver job. The F51A is a bored cylindrical lockset, so on a door already prepped with a standard cross bore and edge bore for a Schlage F Series knob or lever, the latch and lock body go straight in. The faceplate on the included latch is a 1 inch by 2-1/4 inch plate with 1/4 inch radius corners and a 7/8 inch housing diameter, so it matches a standard edge bore and mortise. Confirm the backset on the existing prep is 2-3/8 or 2-3/4, both of which the latch handles.
17) Which entry set keeps a lever on the inside of the door for ADA-style operation if I move off the Schlage F51A?
The Schlage F51A Avila uses a lever on both sides, and it is non-handed, so it drops onto a left or right hand door without ordering by hand. Among the handleset alternatives, the Bravura Montgomery 973 is the one that keeps a lever inside, pairing a 672 interior plate with a 939-Charlotte interior lever. The Bravura Savannah 913, Jacksonville 915, and Austin 971 all use a 906-Macon interior knob with a 615 interior plate instead. If lever operation on the interior matters for the occupant, the F51A or the Bravura Montgomery are the two that deliver it.
18) Is a single cylinder handleset the same function as the Schlage F51A keyed entry lever?
The keying function matches, but the hardware format does not. The Schlage F51A Avila is single cylinder: keyed from the outside, turnbutton on the inside, no key required to exit. The Delaney Katana, Delaney Avino, Callan Visconti, and Callan Briona are all single cylinder handlesets with interior trim, so they share that same one-key-side arrangement. The difference to plan for is the door prep. The F51A is a bored cylindrical lockset that works from the standard bored hole and a 2-3/8 inch or 2-3/4 inch backset latch, while a handleset is a two-piece exterior assembly with its own mounting pattern. Swapping between the two on an existing door is a prep change, not a straight trim change.
19) What finishes and rose shapes does the Schlage F51A Avila lever come in, and will they match the rest of my doors?
Six finishes: 505 Lifetime Brass, 605 Bright Brass, 609 Antique Brass, 619 Satin Nickel, 625 Bright Chrome, and 626 Satin Chrome, plus 716 Aged Bronze, giving seven in total. Each pairs with three rose designs, Alden, Addison, or Camelot, so the trim shape can be matched to the passage and privacy levers already on the other doors. If you are matching an existing Schlage set, the rose is what usually gives away a mismatch, not the lever.
20) Is the Schlage F51A an electronic or smart lock?
Purely mechanical. The F51A is key and turnbutton operated with no batteries, no reader, and no wiring, which is why it gets used where an electrified opening is not wanted or not permitted. For credentialed access on the same kind of lever latch opening, the Paxton PaxLock Pro Galaxy is the battery powered alternative.
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