TownSteel MSS Series Heavy Duty Sectional Mortise Lock — ANSI Grade 1, Single Cylinder
The TownSteel MSS Series Heavy Duty Sectional Mortise Lock is an ANSI Grade 1 commercial-grade lock engineered for single opening, stand-alone entrance, apartment, and dormitory applications, while remaining ready for integration into sophisticated access control systems. Featuring a 2-3/4" backset, a 3/4" projection stainless steel split anti-friction latch bolt, and a durable plated/stainless steel ANSI strike, this single cylinder mortise lock delivers dependable security for high-traffic commercial doors. Forged brass/cast zinc lever components, a 1-1/4" x 8" stainless steel faceplate, and a 10-9/16" x 2-3/8" x 9/32" solid brass escutcheon combine heavy-duty construction with a refined finished appearance.
Key Features
- Precision Backset: 2-3/4" backset ensures accurate alignment with standard commercial door preparations.
- Heavy-Duty Latch Bolt: 3/4" projection stainless steel split anti-friction latch bolt improves durability and smooth operation under daily use.
- Stainless Steel Faceplate: 1-1/4" x 8" stainless steel faceplate provides a rugged, corrosion-resistant finish for long-term reliability.
- Brass Escutcheon: 10-9/16" x 2-3/8" x 9/32" brass escutcheon offers a substantial, premium trim appearance.
- Reinforced Security Components: Stainless steel guard bolt and stainless steel rocker-type stop works add reinforced resistance against forced entry.
- Forged Lever Construction: Forged brass/cast zinc lever parameters are plated to match finish symbols for consistent styling and strength.
- Classic Visible Thumb Turn: Brass Classic Visible thumb turn standard for simple, reliable interior operation.
- Optional Status Sensors: Available REX (request-to-exit), PRIV (privacy), DAJ (door ajar), and MKO (mechanical key override) sensors support integration into access control systems.
Certifications & Compliance
- ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Heavy Duty Mortise Lock
- 2-Year Manufacturer's Warranty
Technical Specifications
- Series: MSE Series
- Product Group: Mechanical Locks
- Product Subgroup: Mortise Locks and Trim
- Product Type: Mortise Locks
- Subcategory: Mortise Locks
- Keyed Function: Single Cylinder
- Commercial/Residential: Commercial
- Keyed: Yes
- Lock Function: Single Cylinder
- Product Attribute: Mortise Locks
- Electronic: No
- Product Function: Entrance/Apartment/Dormitory
- Product Category: Mechanical Locks
- Department: Door Hardware
- PDF:TownSteel Comprehensive Product Catalog: https://zensupply.com/content/pdf/townsteel/townsteel-comprehensive-product-catalog.pdf
- PDF:TownSteel Product Showcase: https://zensupply.com/content/pdf/townsteel/townsteel-product-showcase.pdf
Typical Applications
- Multi-Tenant Apartment Buildings
- Student Dormitories and Housing
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Educational Facilities
- Healthcare Institutions
- Government and Municipal Buildings
- Mixed-Use Residential Properties
Why TownSteel MSS?
TownSteel MSS Series mortise locks deliver professional-grade reliability through ANSI Grade 1 heavy duty construction, a stainless steel split anti-friction latch bolt, stainless steel guard bolt and rocker-type stop works, and a forged brass/cast zinc lever assembly. Designed for single opening entrance, apartment, and dormitory doors, this sectional mortise lock is engineered to perform dependably in demanding commercial environments while remaining ready for future access control integration with optional REX, PRIV, DAJ, and MKO status sensors.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Series:
- MSE Series
- Product Group:
- Mechanical Locks
- Product Subgroup:
- Mortise Locks and Trim
- Product Type:
- Mortise Locks
- Subcategory:
- Mortise Locks
- Keyed Function:
- Single Cylinder
- Commercial/Residential:
- Commercial
- Lock Type:
- Mortise
- Keyed:
- Yes
- Lock Function:
- Single Cylinder
- Grade:
- Grade 1
- Duty Level:
- Heavy Duty
- Product Attribute:
- Mortise Locks
- Electronic:
- No
- Product Function:
- Entrance/Apartment/Dormitory
- Product Category:
- Mechanical Locks
- Department:
- Door Hardware