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TownSteel TownSteel MSE-W Series Privacy Function - Heavy Duty Wide Escutcheon Mortise Lock, Single Cylinder TWS-MSE-W-22

TownSteel MSE-W Series ANSI Grade 1 Heavy Duty Wide Escutcheon Mortise Lock - Privacy Function, Single Cylinder

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TownSteel MSE-W Series ANSI Grade 1 Heavy Duty Wide Escutcheon Mortise Lock - Privacy Function, Single Cylinder

The TownSteel MSE-W Series Privacy Function mortise lock is a heavy duty, ANSI Grade 1 rated escutcheon trim lockset built for single opening, stand-alone applications and ready for integration into access control systems. This single cylinder lock features a 2-3/4" backset, a 3/4" projection stainless steel split anti-friction latch bolt, and a 10-9/16" x 2-3/8" x 9/32" brass escutcheon paired with a 1-1/4" x 8" stainless steel faceplate. Forged brass/cast zinc levers and a Classic Visible brass thumb turn deliver smooth, dependable privacy operation for commercial door openings.

Key Features

  • Backset & Lock Dimensions: 2-3/4" backset with a 1-1/4" x 8" stainless steel faceplate and a 10-9/16" x 2-3/8" x 9/32" brass escutcheon for precise door preparation.
  • Heavy-Duty ANSI Grade 1 Construction: Motorized mortise lock body built to commercial ANSI Grade 1 standards for demanding single-opening applications.
  • Stainless Steel Latch & Guard Bolt: 3/4" projection split, anti-friction stainless steel latch bolt paired with a stainless steel guard bolt for reliable, secure latching.
  • Forged Brass Lever & Thumb Turn: Forged brass/cast zinc levers plated to match finish symbols, with a Classic Visible brass thumb turn for simple privacy operation.
  • ANSI Strike & Rocker Stop Works: Plated stainless steel ANSI strike and stainless steel rocker-type stop works support smooth, dependable daily use.
  • Access Control Ready: Designed for stand-alone privacy applications or integration into sophisticated access control systems.
  • Optional Status Sensors: Configurable with REX (request-to-exit), PRIV (privacy), DAJ (door ajar), and MKO (mechanical key override) sensors for added monitoring flexibility.

Certifications & Compliance

  • ANSI Grade 1 Certified
  • 2-Year Manufacturer's Warranty

Technical Specifications

  • Product Group: Mechanical Locks
  • Product Subgroup: Mortise Locks and Trim
  • Product Type: Mortise Locks
  • Subcategory: Mortise Locks
  • Keyed Function: Non-Keyed
  • Commercial/Residential: Commercial
  • Keyed: Yes
  • Lock Function: Non-Keyed
  • Product Attribute: Mortise Locks
  • Electronic: No
  • Product Function: Privacy/Bed/Bath
  • Product Category: Mechanical Locks
  • Department: Door Hardware

Typical Applications

  • Commercial Office Buildings
  • Educational Facilities
  • Healthcare Institutions
  • Multi-Tenant Residential Properties
  • Hotel and Hospitality Guest Rooms
  • Retail Establishments
  • Government and Municipal Buildings

Why TownSteel MSE-W?

TownSteel MSE-W Series mortise locks combine forged brass levers, stainless steel latch and guard bolt components, and ANSI Grade 1 rated construction for dependable, professional-grade privacy function performance. Engineered for demanding commercial applications where consistent, secure daily operation is essential.

Product Specs

Series:
MSE Series
Product Group:
Mechanical Locks
Product Subgroup:
Mortise Locks and Trim
Product Type:
Mortise Locks
Subcategory:
Mortise Locks
Keyed Function:
Non-Keyed
Commercial/Residential:
Commercial
Lock Type:
Mortise
Keyed:
Yes
Lock Function:
Non-Keyed
Grade:
Grade 1
Duty Level:
Heavy Duty
Product Attribute:
Mortise Locks
Electronic:
No
Product Function:
Privacy/Bed/Bath
Product Category:
Mechanical Locks
Department:
Door Hardware

TownSteel MSE-W-T-22-626 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What does the privacy function on the TownSteel MSE-W mortise lock actually do on a bathroom or bedroom door?
The MSE-W privacy function locks the outside lever from the inside using a brass thumb turn (Classic Visible style is standard). It is a non-keyed lock, so there is no cylinder on the outside and no key entry. Use it on bed and bath openings where you want occupant privacy, not on any door that needs staff or key access.
2) Do I have to specify handing when ordering the TownSteel MSE-W privacy mortise lock?
Yes, handing is a required selection on the MSE-W. Four choices: LH (left hand), RH (right hand), LHR (left hand reverse), RHR (right hand reverse). Stand outside the door: if the hinges are on your left it is left hand, and if that door swings toward you rather than away it is the reverse version. Get this wrong and the lever and thumb turn end up on the wrong faces.
3) Will the TownSteel MSE-W mortise lock work with the ANSI strike prep already in my frame?
It should. The MSE-W ships with an ANSI strike in plated or stainless steel, and the latch bolt is a 3/4 inch projection stainless split anti-friction latch with a stainless guard bolt alongside it. Backset is 2-3/4 inches, which is the standard commercial mortise backset, and the faceplate is 1-1/4 inch by 8 inch stainless. If your existing pocket and frame are cut to the ANSI mortise standard, this drops into it.
4) What is the closest Grade 1 privacy mortise lock to the TownSteel MSE-W if I need another brand for the same bed/bath opening?
Two peers carry the same Grade 1 privacy classification. The Cal-Royal NM8440 is a heavy duty Grade 1 privacy/bed/bath mortise lockset with deadbolt, listed for 1-3/4 inch doors. The Hager 3840S is a Grade 1 privacy mortise lock with a 2-3/4 inch backset and a 1-3/4 inch to 2 inch door thickness range, which matches the 2-3/4 inch backset of the MSE-W privacy lock. Choose the Hager if you want the matching backset dimension; choose the Cal-Royal if the specification calls for a privacy deadbolt. The MSE-W is trimmed with a wide brass escutcheon measuring 10-9/16 by 2-3/8 by 9/32 inches, so the door face prep will differ from a rose-trimmed alternative.
5) The door does not need to lock at all - what should I use instead of the MSE-W privacy mortise lock?
If the opening only needs latching with no locking, a passage function is the right part. The Falcon MA101 is a Grade 1 heavy duty mortise passage lock with field reversible operation and a fire rating. The Schlage PM010 is a Grade 1 non-keyed passage latch mortise lock for 1-3/4 inch doors. For escutcheon trim like the MSE-W carries, the Hager 3810E is a Grade 1 passage mortise lock with escutcheon and a 2-3/4 inch backset; the Hager 3810S is the same passage function with rose trim. The MSE-W keeps its thumbturn and privacy function, which those passage locks do not have.
6) How much of the door face does the wide escutcheon on the MSE-W cover?
The escutcheon measures 10-9/16 x 2-3/8 x 9/32 inches and is brass, plated to match the finish. That is a tall trim plate, so on a narrow stile aluminum door check your stile width before committing. On a standard hollow metal or wood door it covers the lever and thumb turn area in one plate, which is useful when you are covering up wear or old prep from a previous lock.
7) Is this TownSteel mortise lock heavy duty enough for a hotel or dormitory bathroom door?
Yes. The MSE Series is an ANSI Grade 1 heavy duty mortise lock built for commercial service, with a stainless steel latch bolt, guard bolt, faceplate and rocker-type stop works, and forged brass or cast zinc levers plated to the finish. Grade 1 is the top commercial rating for cycle life and strength, so it suits hospitality, dorm and multi-family bath doors that see constant use.
8) Is the TownSteel MSE-W an electronic or access control lock?
No. The MSE-W privacy lockset is a mechanical, non-electronic mortise lock. If you need a keypad or credential reader on a privacy opening, look at an electronic mortise instead, such as the Schlage CO-100 standalone electronic mortise lock in privacy function.
9) I need the same look on my corridor and office doors as on the bathrooms. Does a privacy lock work there?
It does not. Privacy is thumb-turn only with no cylinder, so it cannot secure a corridor, office or storeroom door. Match the trim look with a keyed or office function instead: the Hager 3850E is an office function mortise with lever and escutcheon on a 2-3/4 inch backset, and the Corbin Russwin ML2003 is a Grade 1 classroom mortise for 1-3/4 inch doors. Keep the MSE-W on the bath and bedroom openings.
10) I need a keyed mortise lock on the same series of doors - what pairs with the MSE-W?
The MSE-W privacy lock is non-keyed, so keyed openings on the same run need a different function. For storeroom, the Accentra 8805FL is a Grade 1 storeroom mortise lock from the 8800 Series and the Cal-Royal NM8080 is a Grade 1 storeroom mortise lockset with an interchangeable core option. For classroom, the Corbin Russwin ML2003 is a Grade 1 mortise classroom lockset for 1-3/4 inch doors and the Cal-Royal NM8070 is a Grade 1 classroom mortise lockset with auxiliary deadlatch. For office or entrance, the Cal-Royal NM8050 is a Grade 1 office/entrance mortise lockset with auxiliary deadlatch.
11) Is there an electronic version of a privacy mortise lock instead of the mechanical TownSteel MSE-W?
Yes. The Schlage CO-100-MS-40-KP is a standalone electronic mortise lock in privacy function with a keypad reader, Grade 1 heavy duty, for 1-3/4 inch doors. The Schlage Electronics LEBMB-ADD is a mobile-enabled Grade 2 mortise lock covering privacy, office and apartment functions with a push button and LED, 3 hour fire rating, for 1-3/4 inch doors. The MSE-W is a mechanical, non-electronic lock with a brass thumbturn, so it needs no power source or credential management.
12) Can I just order a mortise thumbturn like the Sargent 130KB instead of the whole MSE-W privacy lock?
No - those are different scopes of part. The Sargent 130KB is a standard duty mortise thumbturn from the 8200 Series, and the Sargent 130W is a mortise thumbturn with a round backplate from the 7800 Series. Both are turn pieces only, intended to dress an existing mortise case. The TownSteel MSE-W is a complete heavy duty Grade 1 mortise lock with a 3/4 inch projection stainless steel anti-friction latch bolt, guard bolt, 1-1/4 by 8 inch stainless faceplate, ANSI strike and wide brass escutcheon trim. Order a thumbturn only when the lock body is already in the door and functioning.
13) For a patient restroom or behavioral health room, is the MSE-W privacy mortise the right choice?
For standard commercial bed and bath openings the MSE-W is a Grade 1 heavy duty privacy mortise lock with lever trim. Where ligature resistance is the requirement, the Marks USA 5PDN is a Grade 1 hospital passage mortise push/pull paddleset described as ligature resistant and ADA compliant in satin stainless steel. The paddleset operates as passage without a privacy thumbturn, so the two are chosen on whether the room must be securable from inside or must eliminate the lever profile.
14) What lever styles and finish come on the TownSteel MSE-W privacy mortise lock?
One finish, 626 satin chrome, with eight lever designs to choose from: Artistic, Congr, Gala, Imperial, Quest, Regal, Sentinel and Tango. Levers are forged brass or cast zinc plated to match the finish, so if you are standardizing a building on 626 you can vary the lever look door to door without breaking the finish match.
15) Can I add a status sensor to the TownSteel MSE Series mortise lock?
The MSE Series offers optional status sensors: REX (request to exit), PRIV (privacy), DAJ (door ajar) and MKO (mechanical key override). Those are the options that let a mortise lock report door and lock state back to an access control head end on a single opening. Specify them at order time, since they are not field added later.
16) I want lever trim on the door but no working latch - what do I order instead of the MSE-W?
That is a dummy trim application. The Schlage L0170 is a Grade 1 heavy duty non-keyed mortise half dummy trim for 1-3/4 inch doors in the L Series. Emtek also offers dummy mortise entrance sets in decorative patterns, including the 3019 Brisbane in brass, the 3102 Memphis, the 3104 Hamilton and the 3106 Manhattan. None of those latch or lock; the MSE-W operates a 3/4 inch projection anti-friction latch bolt with a privacy thumbturn.
17) Would a Sargent 4874 mortise deadbolt work in place of the TownSteel MSE-W on a restroom door?
They are not interchangeable. The Sargent 4874 is a double cylinder mortise deadbolt with a 2-3/4 inch backset in the 4870 Series - deadbolt only, keyed both sides, with no latch and no lever. The MSE-W is a complete privacy mortise lockset with lever trim, a 3/4 inch anti-friction latch bolt, guard bolt and a brass thumbturn for inside privacy. A restroom needing latching and inside-only locking takes the privacy lockset; a deadbolt supplements a separate latch.
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