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Schlage Residential Schlage Residential J54 - Entry Lock Marin Lever with C Keyway, 16255 Latch and 10101 Strike SCR-J54-KEYED-MAR

Schlage Residential J54 Marin Lever Entry Lock with C Keyway Cylindrical Lockset

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Schlage Residential J54 Marin Lever Entry Lock with C Keyway Cylindrical Lockset

Professional Residential Entry Lock Solution

The Schlage Residential J54 Marin Lever Entry Lock delivers reliable residential security with professional-grade construction. This cylindrical lockset features a 5-pin C keyway cylinder with dual backset compatibility for 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" installations, accommodating door thicknesses from 1-3/8" to 1-3/4". The lock includes a triple option latch (1" x 2-1/4") with round, square corner, and drive-in configurations, plus a 1-5/8" x 2-1/4" radius corner full lip strike for complete installation.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • Door Thickness Compatibility: Accommodates 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" doors with dual backset options for 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" installations.
  • Triple Option Latch System: Includes 1" x 2-1/4" latch with round, square corner, and drive-in configurations for versatile installation requirements.
  • Professional Security: 5-pin C keyway cylinder with keyed alike (KA4) configuration and two keys per lock for reliable access control.
  • Grade 2 Construction: ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2011 Commercial Grade 3 certification with optional UL listing for 3-hour fire door applications.
  • Complete Hardware Package: Includes 16255 latch assembly and 10101 strike plate for comprehensive installation solution.
  • Easy Installation: Simple 3-step installation process requiring only a screwdriver for quick professional setup.
  • Marin Lever Design: Attractive lever handle design complements residential décor while providing ergonomic operation.

Standard Features

Certification:ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2011 Commercial Grade 3
Available option for UL Listed for 3 hour fire door (J10 and J54 functions only
Latch: Dual Option: 1" x 2-1/4", 1/4" round faceplate and drive-in
Triple Option: 1" x 2-1/4", square corner and 1/4" round faceplate, drive-in latch (J54)
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 from 1-3/8" to 1-3/4" and backset requirements for 2-3/8" or 2-3/4" installation.
  2. Use manufacturer-provided templates to mark mounting hole locations accurately on door and 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

  • Residential Entry Doors
  • Multi-Family Housing Units
  • Apartment and Condominium Buildings
  • Single-Family Home Construction
  • Residential Renovation Projects
  • Property Management Applications
  • Residential Security Upgrades

Why Choose Schlage Residential Quality?

Schlage Residential J Series locksets deliver professional-grade reliability with ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2011 Commercial Grade 3 certification and Grade 2 construction. The triple option latch system and dual backset compatibility ensure versatile installation options for demanding residential applications. Optional UL listing for 3-hour fire door applications provides additional safety compliance where required.

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

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Series:
J Series
Subcategory:
Bored Locksets
Grade:
Grade 2
Standard Strike:
10-101: Round Corner Full Lip
Standard Latch:
16-255: Dead Latch, Triple Option (Round, Square, Drive-in)
Keyed Function:
Single Cylinder
ANSI/BHMA:
F82
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Bored Locksets
Product Type:
Leversets
Keyed:
Yes
Electronic:
No
Commercial/Residential:
Residential
Function Description:
Inactive trim for one side of door; Used for door pull or as matching inactive trim
Lock Type:
Cylindrical
Lock Function:
Entrance
Handle Design:
Marin Lever
Handle Type:
Lever
Lever/Knob Design:
Marin Lever
Product Attribute:
Cylindrical Locks
Product Model:
J54
Product Function:
Entrance
Door Hand Direction:
Non-Handed
Door Thickness Range:
1-3/8" to 1-3/4"
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Department:
Door Hardware

Schlage Residential J54 MAR 626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Schlage J54 Marin lever fit a 1-3/8 inch door, or do I need a 1-3/4 inch door?
Either one. The J54 Marin entry lever covers doors from 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inches thick, so it drops onto older interior-weight doors and standard 1-3/4 inch entry doors without a spacer kit or a different chassis.
2) My doors are bored at 2-3/4 inch backset - do I have to order a different Schlage J54?
No separate part number. The J54 ships with a dual backset latch that adjusts to either 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inches, which are the two backsets you will find on a bored door. One box works on both preps, so a property manager buying for a mixed building does not have to sort doors before ordering.
3) Can I key the Schlage J54 Marin to the Schlage keys I already carry?
Yes, if your existing keys are Schlage C. The J54 uses a 5-pin C keyway cylinder, so it keys into an existing C-section system. Keying is a required choice at order: keyed different, keyed alike across multiple locks, or no cylinder at all if you are pinning your own. There is also a key code field if you need it cut to a specific bitting.
4) Does the Schlage J54 come with a latch and strike, or do I buy those separately?
Both are in the box. The J54 includes the 16-255 deadlatch, a triple option latch measuring 1 x 2-1/4 inches that can be set up as round corner, square corner, or drive-in, plus the 10-101 round corner full lip strike at 1-5/8 x 2-1/4 inches. The triple option latch is the part that matters on a retrofit: whatever faceplate shape is routed into your door edge now, one of the three configurations matches it, so you are not chiseling a new mortise.
5) Is a Grade 2 residential lever like the Schlage J54 enough for an apartment building entry door?
For unit entry doors in multi-family, yes. The J54 is a Grade 2 residential entrance lockset, keyed outside with a turn or button release inside. Where the door is a common area or a heavy traffic commercial opening, step up to a Grade 1 cylindrical entry lever such as the Dexter C1000 Entry/Office, which is also rated for 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch doors.
6) Will the Schlage J54 strike work with the strike plate already cut into my jamb?
The J54 supplies a 1-5/8 x 2-1/4 inch full lip strike with radius corners and no box. That is the common residential jamb cutout, so on most replacements it drops into the existing mortise. If your frame is routed for square corner strikes, the mortise corners need to be squared off or the strike swapped; the latch faceplate itself is not a problem either way, since the included 16-255 offers round, square corner, and drive-in.
7) What is the closest equivalent to a Schlage J54 Marin entry lever from another brand?
The Hager 2525 is a Grade 2 cylindrical entry lock with a lever handle, matching the J54 Marin on lock type, Grade 2 rating, and entrance function. The Hager 2525 covers doors from 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch, while the J54 covers 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch, so the Hager reaches thicker doors. The Cal-Royal AG00 entrance lever is another close match: it is a 6-pin Schlage C keyway keyed different lever with a 2-3/8 inch backset and the same 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch door range. Because the J54 uses a 5-pin C keyway cylinder, the Cal-Royal AG00 will accept the same C section key blank family on a keying system already built around Schlage C.
8) What lever should be used on a storeroom or utility door instead of a J54 entry lock?
The J54 Marin is an entrance function, meaning the outside lever can be left unlocked. A storeroom door needs the outside lever always locked and key access only: the Cal-Royal AG05 is a Grade 2 storeroom lever with a deadlocking latchbolt covering 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors, the same door range as the J54, and the Hager 2580 Withnell is a Grade 2 storeroom lever for 1-3/8 inch to 2 inch doors. For a classroom door keyed from the outside, the Cal-Royal AG03 classroom lever runs a 2-3/4 inch backset.
9) Is a Grade 1 lever lock available in place of a J54 Marin for heavier traffic?
The J54 Marin carries a Grade 2 rating. For a keyed entry opening at Grade 1, the Dexter C1000 Series entry/office lever is a Grade 1 clutching keyed cylindrical lock covering doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch, the same door range the J54 fits, so it drops into the same prep depth. The Corbin Russwin CL3110 is Grade 1 and fire rated but is a passage/closet function with no cylinder and fits 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch doors, so it is not an entry substitute.
10) Which lever locks accept the same Schlage C keys as a J54 Marin?
The J54 Marin uses a 5-pin C keyway cylinder and ships with two C section keys. Two Cal-Royal levers are built on the same keyway: the AG00 entrance lever with a 6-pin Schlage C keyway keyed different cylinder and 2-3/8 inch backset, and the AG03 classroom lever with a 6-pin Schlage C keyway keyed different cylinder and 2-3/4 inch backset. The Arrow MK33-BD-CS asylum lock also uses a conventional Schlage C keyway cylinder, though it is a ball knob rather than a lever. Pairing these on one key system lets a property keep entry, classroom, and utility openings on a single C section blank.
11) Does the Schlage J54 lever need to be handed left or right?
Non-handed. The J54 Marin lever installs on a left or right hand door without reversing anything, which is why it works as a standing stock item for a maintenance shop that does not want to hold two versions.
12) What ANSI function code is the Schlage J54, and what does that mean at the door?
F82, the entrance function. Key retracts the latch from outside, the inside lever always gives free egress, and the latch is a deadlatch so it resists being carded. If you need a room that locks from inside for privacy only, that is a different function entirely, such as the Hager 2540 privacy lever.
13) I need a lever that matches the Schlage J54 on a closet or hall door that does not lock - what do I use?
You need a passage lever, not a keyed one. The J54 is keyed entrance only. For non-keyed openings on the same job, the Falcon B101 is a Grade 2 cylindrical passage lever and the Hager 2510 is a Grade 2 passage lever covering 1-3/8 to 2 inch doors. Neither carries a Schlage C cylinder, since there is no cylinder in a passage function at all.
14) Is there a keyed entry lever that takes the same Schlage C keys but is built for commercial traffic?
The Cal-Royal AG00 entrance lever is a Grade 2 lock with a 6-pin Schlage C keyway on a 2-3/8 inch backset, fitting 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch doors. It keys into the same C system as the J54, so a building running one keyway can mix the two. The J54 stays the residential-side choice; the AG00 gives you a 6-pin cylinder if your master system needs the extra chamber.
15) Can I order a batch of Schlage J54 levers all on one key for a rental property?
Yes. Keyed alike is one of the required keying selections at order, so a set of J54 locks can be shipped operating on a single C-section key, and each lock comes with two keys. Keyed different is the standard alternative if every unit needs its own key.
16) Which lever lock replaces a J54 entry lock on an interior door that does not need a key?
The J54 Marin is a keyed single cylinder entrance lock, so on a hall, closet, or interior door the cylinder is unused hardware. The Falcon B101 is a Grade 2 non-handed cylindrical passage lever, and the Accentra 5301LN Augusta is a Grade 2 cylindrical passage/closet lever, both matching the J54 on Grade 2 and lever style without a cylinder. For a bed or bath door needing a thumbturn instead, the Kwikset 300BRNL Breton privacy lever covers 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors, the same range the J54 fits.
17) Which entry levers look like a J54 substitute but are not?
Several levers sit close to the J54 Marin without replacing it. The Accentra 455LN Augusta and the BEST 9K 1DT are Grade 1 single dummy trim, a fixed lever with no latch at all. The Baldwin Estate 5103 comes as a left hand and a right hand half dummy, again no latch. The Emtek Classic keypad leverset and the Delaney LP250 keypad leverlock operate by code rather than the 5-pin C keyway the J54 uses, so they will not join a Schlage C key system. The Accentra 107S is a Schlage cylinder adapter kit for Yale hardware, a cylinder accessory rather than a complete lockset.
18) Is there a Grade 3 entry lever alternative to the Schlage J54 Marin?
Yes. The Cal-Royal AUS00 is a Grade 3 entrance/office lever with a solid brass forged body fitting 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch doors, the same door range as the Grade 2 J54 Marin. The Callan Artino is a Grade 3 entrance leverset, and the Callan Bennett is a Grade 3 entrance leverset supplied as a lever and deadbolt combo for openings that need a second point of security. The Kwikset 200BRNL Breton is Grade 3 but passage function, so it has no cylinder.
19) Can a matching dummy or passage lever be paired with a J54 Marin across an apartment unit?
The J54 Marin is a keyed non-handed entrance lever, so interior openings in the same unit need separate functions. Within Grade 2 lever hardware, the Falcon B101 passage lever is non-handed like the J54, the Accentra 4601LN is a Grade 2 passage lever with Augusta trim, the Callan Bentley is a Grade 2 dummy lever, and the BEST 7KC 1DT is a Grade 2 single dummy trim. Lever shape will not match the Marin design across brands, so a unit standardizing on one look will be mixing trim families.
20) What entry lever alternative to a J54 offers a heavy duty rating for a high traffic corridor?
The J54 Marin is a Grade 2 residential lockset. Where an opening calls for heavy duty commercial hardware, the Dexter C1000 Series entry/office lever is Grade 1 keyed with a clutching lever and the same 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch door range as the J54. The Falcon T101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty lever with pressure release technology but passage function, and the Falcon B511CP6D is a Grade 2 medium duty entry/office lever, closer to the J54 in duty level.
21) What finishes does the Schlage J54 Marin lever come in for matching the rest of my doors?
Six: 619 satin nickel, 622 matte black, 625 bright chrome, 626 satin chrome, 630 satin stainless steel, and 716 aged bronze. If you are standardizing a building, 626 satin chrome and 630 satin stainless are the two that sit closest to the brushed commercial look already on most openings.
22) Is the Schlage J54 an electronic or keypad lock?
Purely mechanical, key and lever, no batteries and no wiring. If the job calls for codes instead of keys, look at the Delaney LP250 electronic keypad leverlock, a Grade 2 unit, or the Lockey 1150 mechanical keypad lever set, which handles 1-1/8 to 2 inch doors.
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