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TownSteel CE/CEI-84 Classroom Function Cylindrical Lockset, ANSI Grade 1, UL 3-Hr Fire Rated, Non-Clutched Extra Heavy Duty

TownSteel CE/CEI-84 Classroom Function Cylindrical Lockset, ANSI Grade 1, UL 3-Hr Fire Rated, Non-Clutched Extra Heavy Duty

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TownSteel CE/CEI-84 Classroom Function Cylindrical Lockset

The TownSteel CE/CEI-84 is a Grade 1, Non-Clutched Extra Heavy Duty cylindrical lockset engineered for classroom function applications in high traffic commercial environments such as schools, universities, office buildings, and industrial complexes. Certified to ANSI Grade 1 and rated UL 3-hour, this lockset features an internal spring design that mitigates lever sag while enabling a low-projection, aesthetically pleasing rose. Heavy gauge mounting plates and roses provide the extra heavy duty strength required for demanding institutional doors, and a single cylinder keyed classroom function keeps the inside lever always free for safe egress at all times. For facilities exposed to harsh or corrosive conditions, stainless steel trim options are also available, while a separate clutched configuration exists within the CE/CEC Series for especially abusive door traffic environments. This lockset is designed for fast and easy installation on standard bored lockset door preparations, helping installers reduce labor time on new construction and retrofit projects alike.

Key Features

  • Internal Spring Design: An internal spring construction mitigates lever sag over time, preserving proper lever alignment and smooth operation throughout the life of the lockset.
  • Low Profile Rose Design: The low-projection rose delivers a clean, aesthetically pleasing appearance on the door face while maintaining a compact footprint.
  • Heavy-Duty Construction: Heavy gauge mounting plates and roses provide the extra heavy duty strength needed for high traffic commercial and institutional doors.
  • Classroom Function: Single cylinder keyed classroom function allows the outside lever to be locked or unlocked by key while the inside lever remains always free for egress.
  • Non-Clutched Extra Heavy Duty Design: Engineered for reliable, long-term performance in demanding institutional and commercial applications where durability is essential.
  • ANSI Grade 1 and UL 3-Hour Rated: Certified to ANSI Grade 1 and rated UL 3-hour, meeting demanding commercial and life-safety performance requirements.
  • Stainless Steel Trim Option: Stainless steel trim is available for use in harsh and corrosive environments where standard finishes may not hold up.
  • Clutched Design Available: For especially abusive door traffic conditions, a clutched version of this cylindrical lockset design is also available within the CE/CEC Series.

Certifications & Compliance

  • ANSI Grade 1 Certified
  • UL 3-Hour Fire Rating

Technical Specifications

  • Product Group: Mechanical Locks
  • Product Subgroup: Bored Locksets
  • Product Type: Knobs and Levers
  • Keyed Function: Single Cylinder
  • Product Function: Classroom
  • Product Category: Mechanical Locks
  • Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

  • Schools and Universities
  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Industrial Complexes
  • Educational Facilities
  • Government and Municipal Buildings
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties

Why TownSteel CE/CEI-84?

TownSteel CE/CEI-84 cylindrical locksets are built with heavy gauge mounting plates and roses, an internal spring design that mitigates lever sag, and ANSI Grade 1 certification backed by a UL 3-hour fire rating. Engineered for high traffic schools, universities, office buildings, and industrial complexes, this classroom function lockset delivers professional-grade, extra heavy duty reliability for demanding commercial and institutional applications where dependable daily performance is essential.

Product Specs

Series:
CE Series
Grade:
Grade 1
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Bored Locksets
Product Type:
Knobs and Levers
Subcategory:
Cylindrical Locks
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Lock Type:
Cylindrical
Keyed Function:
Single Cylinder
Duty Level:
Heavy Duty
Product Attribute:
Cylindrical Locks
Product Function:
Classroom
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Department:
Door Hardware

TownSteel CE-84-S-626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) How does the classroom function work on the TownSteel CE-84 lockset?
Classroom function means the outside lever is locked and unlocked by key only, from the outside. There is no button or thumbturn on the inside, so a teacher cannot accidentally leave the room locked down in a way that traps occupants, and the inside lever always retracts the latch for free egress. It is a single cylinder lock, so the key works from the corridor side only.
2) Can the TownSteel CE-84 go on a fire rated classroom door?
Yes. The CE Series cylindrical lockset carries a UL 3-hour rating and is certified ANSI Grade 1, which is what a school or university corridor door normally calls for.
3) Should I order the CE-84 with SFIC prep or a standard cylinder?
Pick SFIC prep if your facility already runs small format interchangeable cores, such as a school district that rekeys by pulling cores with a control key. The lock ships prepped to accept your core, so you also select the no-keying option since the core carries the keying. Choose Standard if you want a conventional keyed cylinder supplied with the lock, and then pick keyed different, keyed alike, or a specific key code.
4) I need a Grade 1 cylindrical lock but for an entry door, not a classroom - what should I order instead of the CE/CEI-84?
The Falcon K501 is a Grade 1 heavy duty cylindrical lock with an entrance push-turnbutton function, fire rated, in the K Series, and it fits doors 1-3/8 inch to 2-1/4 inch thick. The TownSteel CE/CEI-84 is also Grade 1 heavy duty but is a classroom function, which is keyed from the outside with no inside button. For an office or entry door where occupants need to lock the door from inside without a key, the K501 is the correct function.
5) What is a Grade 2 classroom lock alternative to the TownSteel CE/CEI-84?
The Cal-Royal BA03 is a classroom function cylindrical lock in the Barrington BA series with ANSI F84 function at Grade 2, and it fits doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch thick. The TownSteel CE/CEI-84 is a Grade 1 heavy duty classroom cylindrical lockset. If the opening is specified Grade 1, the CE/CEI-84 is the one that meets it; for lighter interior traffic where Grade 2 is acceptable and the door falls within 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch, the BA03 covers the same classroom keying behavior.
6) What is the difference between the non-clutched CE-84 and a clutched TownSteel lever?
On the non-clutched CE-84, the lever is directly tied to the chassis, so force applied to a locked lever goes into the lock. The clutched version lets the outside lever spin free when it is locked, so a kicked or hung-on lever does not transmit that load into the chassis. TownSteel offers the clutched design for highly abusive environments; if your doors see that kind of treatment, specify the clutched version instead.
7) I need several classroom doors on one key. Can these be keyed alike?
Yes, keyed alike is one of the keying selections, and it is the right choice when a group of classrooms or a wing should share a key. Keyed different is the standard if each opening needs its own key, and a specific key code can be entered if you are matching an existing system.
8) How does the TownSteel CE-84 compare to the Cal-Royal BA03 classroom lock?
Both are cylindrical classroom locks, but they sit at different duty levels. The CE-84 is ANSI Grade 1 heavy duty with a UL 3-hour rating. The Cal-Royal BA03 Barrington is a Grade 2 ANSI F84 classroom lock rated for 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inch doors. If the spec on your drawing says Grade 1, the BA03 will not satisfy it; for lighter interior traffic the BA03 is the simpler option.
9) Is there an electrified version comparable to the TownSteel CE/CEI-84 for access control?
The BEST 9KW Series is a heavy duty electromechanical cylindrical lock with remote control operation, so it can be released from an access control panel or remote station. The TownSteel CE/CEI-84 is a mechanical heavy duty cylindrical lockset operated by key only. If the door needs to be unlocked remotely - a lockdown scheme, for instance - the 9KW is the direction; if it is purely key operated, the CE/CEI-84 covers it without any wiring at the opening.
10) What is the difference between the TownSteel CE/CEI-84 and the Cal-Royal BA05 storeroom lock?
Function. The Cal-Royal BA05 is a storeroom lock with an ANSI F86 deadlocking latch at Grade 2 - the outside lever is always locked and a key retracts the latch without leaving the door unlocked. The TownSteel CE/CEI-84 is a Grade 1 classroom function lockset, where a key on the outside locks or unlocks the outside lever so an instructor can leave it free during class. Choose by whether the door should ever stand unlocked.
11) Can I use the Cal-Royal BA00 entrance lock in place of the TownSteel CE/CEI-84?
Only if the opening does not require classroom function. The Cal-Royal BA00 is an entrance lock in the Barrington BA series with turn/push button locking on the inside, for doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch thick. The TownSteel CE/CEI-84 is a classroom function lockset, which has no inside button - the outside lever is controlled by key only. On a classroom or any door where you do not want an occupant locking it from inside, the BA00 is not a substitute.
12) If I want small format interchangeable core keying, does the Falcon K501 or the TownSteel CE/CEI-84 suit better?
The TownSteel CE/CEI-84 is offered in an SFIC prep cylinder configuration alongside a standard cylinder, in 626 satin chrome and 613 satin bronze oil rubbed, so a facility already standardized on interchangeable cores can order it cored to match. The Falcon K501 is a Grade 1 heavy duty fire rated entrance lock in the K Series - a different function, so it is not a like-for-like on a classroom opening regardless of keying.
13) Will the levers on these TownSteel classroom locks sag over time?
The CE Series uses an internal spring design specifically to counter lever sag, along with heavy gauge mounting plates and roses. Sag is the usual failure on high traffic school and office levers, which is what this chassis is built around.
14) What lever styles and finishes does the TownSteel CE-84 come in?
Three lever designs, Gala, Quest and Sentinel, each offered in 626 satin chrome or 613 oil rubbed satin bronze. Satin chrome is the usual match for institutional openings; 613 is the darker bronze look for hospitality or office fit-outs. Any of the three levers can be had in either finish.
15) Is there a stainless option for a CE-84 on a pool deck or coastal building?
Yes, the CE Series offers stainless steel trim for harsh and corrosive environments. That is the version to specify for natatoriums, coastal exteriors, or wash-down areas where standard plated trim pits.
16) What lock do I use for a pair of connecting rooms instead of the CE/CEI-84?
The Cal-Royal BA04 is a communicating function cylindrical lock, ANSI F80 at Grade 2, for doors 1-3/8 inch to 1-3/4 inch thick - the function intended for doors between two rooms such as adjoining hotel or patient rooms. The TownSteel CE/CEI-84 is a Grade 1 classroom function lockset and does not serve a communicating opening.
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Does the TownSteel CE-84-S-626 come with a warranty?
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