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

Schlage Residential F51A Sacramento Lever Entry Lock with C Keyway

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Schlage Residential F51A Sacramento Lever Entry Lock with C Keyway

Professional Residential Entry Lock Solution

The Schlage Residential F51A Sacramento Lever Entry Lock delivers Grade 2 commercial-grade security for residential applications. This single cylinder entry lock features a 5-pin C keyway cylinder with dual backset compatibility for 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" installations. Designed for door thickness range of 1-3/8" to 1-3/4", this non-handed lock includes a 1" x 2-1/4" latch with 1/2" throw and full lip radius strike for reliable operation.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Door Thickness Compatibility: Accommodates 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" doors for versatile residential installation applications.
  • Dual Backset Design: Universal latch fits either 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" backsets for flexible door preparation requirements.
  • Grade 2 Construction: ANSI/BHMA Grade 2 certification provides commercial-grade durability for demanding residential use.
  • Sacramento Lever Design: Zinc and steel construction with Sacramento lever styling complements residential décor preferences.
  • 5-Pin Security: C keyway cylinder with 5-pin configuration and keyed alike (KA4) capability for enhanced security control.
  • Easy Installation: 3-step installation process requires only a screwdriver for convenient setup.
  • Fire Door Compatibility: Available UL Listed for 3-hour fire door applications when specified.
  • 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, stile width, and handing as applicable to this product.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and/or frame surfaces.
  3. Prepare door and frame by drilling required holes and routing as specified in manufacturer instructions.
  4. Install all mounting hardware and secure the device to door and frame per manufacturer torque specifications.
  5. Adjust operational components for proper alignment, latching, and smooth operation throughout the full range of motion.
  6. Test device operation to verify proper function and make final adjustments as needed. Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete installation details and troubleshooting.

Professional Applications

  • Single Family Residential Homes
  • Multi-Unit Residential Properties
  • Apartment and Condominium Buildings
  • Townhomes and Duplexes
  • Residential Rental Properties
  • Home Office Entrances
  • Secondary Residential Entrances

Why Choose Schlage Residential Quality?

Schlage Residential F Series entry locks deliver professional-grade reliability with zinc and steel construction rated for Grade 2 commercial applications. The 10 Year warranty provides comprehensive coverage for residential installations. Engineered for demanding residential applications where dependable security and convenient operation 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:
16-086: 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 Design:
Sacramento Lever
Handle Type:
Lever
Lever/Knob Design:
Sacramento 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 SAC 626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Schlage F51A Sacramento lever fit a 1-3/8 inch door, or is it only for 1-3/4?
Both. The F51A entry lock covers a door thickness range of 1-3/8 inches to 1-3/4 inches, so it works on older interior-weight doors and on standard 1-3/4 inch entry doors without a special kit. That range covers most residential and multi-family openings you will meet on a turnover.
2) My door is bored for a 2-3/4 inch backset. Do I have to order a different Schlage F51A?
No. The F51A ships with a dual option dead latch that adjusts to either a 2-3/8 or a 2-3/4 inch backset, so one part number covers both preps. Nothing to specify on the order, and nothing to swap in the field if the bore turns out to be the other one.
3) Does the Schlage F51A lever need to be ordered left hand or right hand?
Handing is not a decision here. The F51A is non-handed, so the same lock goes on an inswing or outswing, left or right hand door. The lever is reversible in the field, which is why a property manager can stock one part for a whole building.
4) Will the F51A latch into the strike plate already in my door frame?
Usually, if the frame has a standard radius corner strike. The lock comes with a 10-027 full lip radius strike measuring 2-1/4 by 1-5/8 inches and the latch throws 1/2 inch with a 1 by 2-1/4 inch faceplate, 1/4 inch radius corners, 7/8 inch housing diameter. If your existing strike is square corner or a different cutout, use the supplied strike and re-mortise, since the 1/2 inch throw needs the lip and pocket lined up to deadlatch properly.
5) What does the F51A entry function actually do when someone leaves the unit?
Keyed entry function. Opening the door from the inside unlocks the outside lever, so a tenant can walk out fast without fumbling. To lock it, you either turn the interior turnbutton before you leave or insert the key and rotate the cylinder from outside. It is a single cylinder lock, key outside, thumbturn inside.
6) Can I key a batch of Schlage F51A locks alike so one key runs the whole building?
Yes. Keying is a required selection when you order: keyed different is the standard, keyed alike is there for multiple locks, and there is a no cylinder option if you are supplying your own. A key code field is available if you are matching an existing system. The cylinder is a 5-pin C keyway, which is the standard Schlage residential section, so it drops into an existing C keyway key system.
7) What is the closest Grade 2 alternative to the Schlage F51A Sacramento lever entry lock if I want a handleset instead of a lever on the door?
The Schlage F51A Sacramento is a Grade 2 single cylinder keyed entry lock with a lever handle. If the opening calls for a gripped handleset rather than a lever, the Delaney Katana is a Grade 2 single cylinder handleset with interior trim, and Bravura offers Grade 2 single cylinder handlesets in several exterior styles including the 913-Savannah with a 906-Macon interior knob and the 973-Montgomery with a 939-Charlotte interior lever. All hold the same Grade 2 rating as the F51A; the difference is the exterior trim style and the interior handle that comes with it.
8) We want credentials instead of keys on our unit doors. What replaces the Schlage F51A?
The Schlage F51A Sacramento is a mechanical keyed lock with a 5-pin C keyway cylinder and no electronics. Where the door needs card or phone credentials rather than a cut key, the Paxton PaxLock Pro Galaxy lever latch lock is a battery powered lever lock with a dual frequency reader at 13.56 MHz and 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, AES128 encryption, and UL, FCC, and ISED listings. Note the door thickness: the PaxLock Pro is specified for a 1-3/4 inch door, while the F51A covers 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch, so thinner doors in a mixed building suit the F51A.
9) Is the Delaney Avino handleset the same durability rating as the Schlage F51A?
No. The Schlage F51A Sacramento entry lock carries an ANSI/BHMA Grade 2 rating, while the Delaney Avino single cylinder handleset is Grade 3. Within the Delaney handleset range, the Katana is the Grade 2 option and matches the F51A rating. Grade 2 is the higher of the two ratings under ANSI/BHMA, so on a rental turn or a multi-family entry where the specification calls for Grade 2, the Avino does not meet it and the Katana does.
10) I only need a deadbolt on this door, not a keyed lever. What should I order instead of the Schlage F51A?
The Schlage F51A Sacramento is a keyed entry lever with a single cylinder, so the outside is locked by key and the inside by turnbutton and the latch retracts with the lever. If the door only needs the deadbolt and no keyed handle, the Delaney Traditional and the Delaney Contemporary round deadbolt are both single cylinder deadbolts with a cylinder outside and thumbturn inside, both Grade 3. They are a different device from the F51A, not a replacement for it: a deadbolt alone gives no latching handle on the door.
11) Can I use the Emtek Conical Stem Dark Walnut knob in place of the Schlage F51A on a front entry?
No. The Emtek Select Brass Conical Stem Dark Walnut knob is a passage function device, meant for halls and closets, with no cylinder and no lock. The Schlage F51A Sacramento is a keyed entry lock with a single cylinder that locks by key from outside or by the interior turnbutton. On an entry that has to lock, the Emtek passage knob is not a substitute; it is the correct choice only for interior doors that never need to be secured.
12) Is the Schlage F51A rated well enough for apartment turnover and rental units?
It carries ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 Commercial Grade 2 and ANSI/BHMA A156.39-2015 Residential Grade AAA, which is the top residential cycle and security tier. Body is zinc and steel. For rental and multi-family entry doors that is more cycle life than a builder-grade Grade 3 lock, which is what most of the cheaper handleset alternatives are rated at.
13) Can I put the Schlage F51A on a fire rated apartment corridor door?
The F51A is one of the functions available UL Listed for 3-hour fire door use, alongside F10, F40 (CSV only) and F80. The fire listing is a specified option rather than something every lock carries by default, so it has to be called out when the opening is rated.
14) What finishes and rose styles does the Schlage F51A Sacramento lever come in?
Four finishes: 619 satin nickel, 625 bright chrome, 626 satin chrome, and 716 aged bronze. Each pairs with a choice of four rose designs, Kinsler, Camelot, Greenwich, and Greyson, so you can match the trim shape already on the other doors without changing the lock itself. Satin nickel and satin chrome look similar in a catalog photo but are different plating, so match the finish code, not the name, when you are extending an existing set of openings.
15) Should I use a lever entry lock like the F51A or a handleset on a front door?
Different jobs. The F51A is a bored cylindrical lever that fills a single standard 2-1/8 inch bore and gives you keyed entry in one lock, which is what you want for unit doors, back doors, and anywhere you need lever operation for accessibility or gloved hands. A handleset such as the Delaney Katana or the Bravura 973-Montgomery is a two-piece exterior grip plus a separate deadbolt bore, meant for a formal front entrance and it needs the door bored for both. If your door only has the one bore, the lever is the fit.
16) Do I need to add a deadbolt with the Schlage F51A, or is the lever enough on its own?
The F51A is a keyed entry lever with a 1/2 inch latch throw. That is a latch, not a deadbolt, so on an exterior door most people pair it with a separate single cylinder deadbolt in the upper bore. The Delaney Traditional 200-B and the Delaney Contemporary round deadbolt are both Grade 3 cylinder by thumbturn deadbolts that serve that role. Keep in mind a second lock means a second key unless you key both to the same system.
17) What is the difference between the Callan Visconti handleset and the Schlage F51A Sacramento entry lock?
The Callan Visconti and Callan Briona are single cylinder handlesets with interior trim, rated Grade 3. The Schlage F51A Sacramento is a Grade 2 cylindrical lever lock, single cylinder, non-handed, fitting doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch thick. The Callan units put a gripped exterior handle on the door; the F51A puts a Sacramento lever on both sides. The grade differs as well, Grade 3 on the Callan pair versus Grade 2 on the F51A.
18) Which Bravura handleset comes with an interior lever like the Schlage F51A Sacramento rather than a knob?
The Bravura 973-Montgomery is the handleset that ships with a 939-Charlotte interior lever and a 672 interior plate. The Bravura 913-Savannah, 915-Jacksonville, and 971-Austin all pair a 615 interior plate with a 906-Macon interior knob instead. If the requirement is lever operation on the inside, as on the Schlage F51A Sacramento which is a lever on both sides, the 973-Montgomery is the Bravura that matches; all four Bravura handlesets are Grade 2, as is the F51A.
19) Can the Paxton PaxLock Pro be keyed alike with the Schlage F51A across a building?
No. The Schlage F51A Sacramento uses a 5-pin C keyway mechanical cylinder and can be ordered keyed alike so a group of locks shares one key. The Paxton PaxLock Pro Galaxy lever latch lock is a battery powered credential lock reading at 13.56 MHz and 2.4 GHz over Bluetooth with AES128, so its access is managed by credential rather than by key section. A building standardizing on one C-section key should stay with the F51A on those openings; the PaxLock Pro runs on its own credential system.
20) Can the F51A latch be used as a drive-in without a faceplate?
Yes. The 16-086 latch is a dual option dead latch that works either as a round faceplate latch or as a circular drive-in, and the drive-in collar is included. That matters on a door bored without a faceplate mortise, since you can drive it straight into the 1 inch edge bore and skip the chisel work.
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