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Hager 3800 Series Mortise Locks & Accessories
The Hager 3800 Series is an extra heavy-duty Grade 1 mortise lock designed to provide maximum security in the world’s most demanding environments. Built with a 12-gauge cold-rolled steel lock case and a 1-inch stainless steel deadbolt, the 3800 Series offers unparalleled resistance to forced entry and wear. Whether you are outfitting a high-traffic school, a medical facility, or an industrial complex, this series delivers the reliable, low-maintenance performance required for institutional life safety. Backed by a lifetime warranty and tested for millions of cycles, the Hager 3800 is the definitive choice for uncompromising door control.
Hager 3800 Series
Combine architectural elegance with industrial strength using the Hager 3800 Series Mortise Lock. Available in both Sectional (3800S) and Escutcheon (3800E) trim styles, this series offers the flexibility to match any building aesthetic without sacrificing Grade 1 performance. Fully ADA-compliant and UL-listed for 3-hour fire doors, the 3800 Series features field-reversible handing and a wide array of lever designs, including the popular Withnell and Archer styles. From standard passage sets to specialized classroom security functions, Hager provides a compliant, high-value solution for modern commercial door specifications.
Hager 3800 Series buying guide
- Pick the trim: sectional (3800S) or escutcheon (3800E).
- Match the function: use the function on your hardware schedule. The function chart is in the Hager catalog, and each sectional template below lists the functions it covers.
- Pick the cylinder: conventional mortise cylinder, small format interchangeable core or large format interchangeable core.
- Handing: the lock body is field reversible (factory default is left hand reverse). See the handing instructions below.
Download the Hager 3800 Series Catalog for a comprehensive overview of architectural finishes, lever designs like the Withnell (WTN) and Archer (ARC), and all available ANSI functions. This guide includes full ordering matrices and technical details to help you specify the correct lock for entrance, classroom, or storeroom applications.
Door and frame prep templates. Match the template to the exact function and trim before cutting the door.
- Hager 3800 Series Door Template, full scale 11x17 (T-LS00935)
- Hager 3800 Series Escutcheon Door Template (T-LS00160 Rev 08)
- Hager 3800 Series Sectional Template, functions 10, 77 (T-LS00771)
- Hager 3800 Series Sectional Template, functions 40, 41, 44, 45, 96 (T-LS00771)
- Hager 3800 Series Sectional Template, functions 50, 53, 56, 73, 81 (T-LS00771)
- Hager 3800 Series Sectional Template, functions 57, 61, 66, 82 (T-LS00771)
- Hager 3800 Series Sectional Template, functions 65, 70, 76, 80 (T-LS00771)
Ensure your hardware meets Grade 1 performance standards with Hager 3800 Series Installation Instructions. These step-by-step guides cover critical field adjustments such as reversible handing, exterior lever removal, and proper attachment of concealed thru-bolts to ensure a secure, vandal-resistant fit.
Hager 3800S Series Sectional Trim Installation Instructions
Hager 3800E Series Escutcheon Trim Installation Instructions
Hager 3800 Series
Explore our inventory of Hager 3800 Series mortise locksets in sectional (3800S) and escutcheon (3800E) trim. Lock body handing is field reversible, trim is attached with concealed thru-bolts, and cylinders are available as conventional mortise, small format or large format interchangeable core. Choose from lever designs such as Withnell (WTN) and Archer (ARC).
Frequently asked questions
Can the 3800 handing be changed in the field?
Yes. The lock body handing is field reversible; the factory default is left hand reverse. See the handing instructions above.
Which documents do I need before I order?
The catalog for the function and trim, and the template for your exact function and trim. Templates are not interchangeable across series. All documents are in the section above.
When will my order ship?
Orders placed by 2:00 PM ET ship the same day for in-stock items only. Lead time is shown on each product page.
How does this series compare with the other Grade 1 mortise locks?
See the Grade 1 mortise lock comparison page for all five series.