Sargent 8204 CES Trim Storeroom or Closet Function Mortise Lockset

Coordinating a hardware schedule around escutcheon-trim mortise sets demands precision at every line item. The Sargent 8200 Series 8204 CES answers that demand directly: a Storeroom or Closet function (ANSI F07) mortise lockset dressed in the CE Contemporary Escutcheon (2" x 7-7/8", beveled edge, Coastal Series) paired with the S lever. The 8204 function enforces single-cylinder, key-only entry from the outside while keeping the inside lever always free for immediate egress — no credential required to exit. There is no deadbolt, no thumbturn, and no electrification on this configuration. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000 Operational Grade 1 and Security Grade 1 with standard trims, the 8200 Series lockbody backs that certification with a 16-million-cycle durability record. Specify it with confidence for storerooms, closets, and controlled-access spaces where clean architectural lines and rigorous performance must appear on the same submittal.

8204 Storeroom / Closet Function — ANSI F07: Key-Only Outside Entry, Always-Free Inside Egress

The 8204 (ANSI F07) function defines a controlled-access perimeter: the outside trim is locked at all times and yields only to a key, while the inside lever retracts the latchbolt freely with no credential required. That single behavioral rule makes it the correct function for storerooms, supply closets, and any space where re-entry must be managed but occupant egress must never be impeded.

• Key-Only Outside Entry: The outside trim is locked at all times — only a key retracts the latchbolt from the exterior. Because there is no thumbturn, no push-button, and no inside release that can toggle the outside trim, the access state of the door is always predictable and cannot be accidentally left unlocked.
• Always-Free Inside Egress: The inside lever always retracts the latchbolt regardless of the locked condition outside. Occupants can exit at any time without a key or a credential — a critical life-safety characteristic and the defining distinction between the 8204 storeroom function and a double-cylinder configuration.
• Stainless Steel Auxiliary Deadlatch: The auxiliary deadlatch is stainless steel and non-handed. When the door is fully closed and the latchbolt is seated, the auxiliary deadlatch is depressed by the strike, preventing the latchbolt from being slipped or pushed back without a key. Because it is non-handed, it functions correctly regardless of which way the lock body is oriented in the door.
• Anti-Friction Latchbolt & Multi-Function Lockbody: The one-piece stainless steel latchbolt has a 3/4" (19mm) throw with an anti-friction tip, reducing the closing force required for positive latching. The lockbody is Sargent's Multi-Function 8200 platform — the s one lockbody covers nine functions, so a single case can be stocked instead of nine.

CE Contemporary Escutcheon (2" x 7-7/8", beveled edge, Coastal Series) with S Lever — Clean Geometry Built for Specification

The CES trim pairs the CE Contemporary Escutcheon from the Coastal Series with the S lever, a design whose form reads as purposefully modern without imposing a style that dates quickly. The Coastal Series escutcheon presents a clean, low-profile plate that integrates naturally into curtain-wall and contemporary interior hardware schedules where visual continuity across functions matters as much as hardware performance.

• 30-Degree Lever Rotation: Only 30 degrees of lever rotation is required to fully retract the latchbolt. That shallow arc translates to a quick, positive actuation cycle — a practical benefit in high-traffic corridors and for users who may have limited grip strength.
• ADA Lever Operation: The S lever complies with the American Disabilities Act; consult local authorities to confirm applicability to your specific jurisdiction and installation. The lever's downward-actuating form provides the operable hardware grip required under accessible design standards.
• Through-Bolted, Interchangeable Trim: To ensure proper alignment, the trim is through-bolted and fully interchangeable between rose and escutcheon configurations across the 8200 platform. Lever springs are contained inside the lock case — not in the trim — simplifying trim replacement and reducing service time in the field.
• CE Trim Handing — Order with Care: The lock body is field-reversible and can be re-handed without opening the lock case. This trim is handed separately: specify LH, RH, LHR, or RHR when ordering. Confirm door hand before placing the order — the trim and the lock body handing are independent entries on the hardware schedule.

Function (Sargent Catalog)

• Key outside retracts latchbolt
• Trim outside locked at all times
• Trim inside always retracts latchbolt
• Auxiliary deadlatch
• A Multi-Function 8200/7800 Lockbody

Key Product Features

• ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000 — Operational Grade 1 and Security Grade 1: The 8200 Series lockbody is certified to and exceeds ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000 Operational Grade 1 and Security Grade 1 with standard trims. Note that LFIC (60) and SFIC (70) cylinder options do not meet Security Grade 1 requirements — if Security Grade 1 is a contract requirement, specify the LC or LA keyway options.
• 16 Million Cycles — Verified: The Sargent 8200 Series completed UL cycle testing at 16 million cycles (Verification ID: V584148), exceeding the ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Grade 1 cycle requirement by 16 times. For facilities with high daily traffic, that margin directly reduces the probability of in-service failure over the building's life.
• 12-Gauge Heavy-Duty Wrought Steel Case: The lock case is 12-gauge wrought steel, zinc dichromate plated, with a wall thickness of 7/64" (3mm) (.109"). Cold forged steel hubs and a high-carbon steel spring cartridge are specified for the 8200 Series, providing the internal structural integrity behind the Grade 1 rating.
• UL/cUL 3-Hour Fire Listed & Positive Pressure Tested: The lockset is UL and cUL Listed to US and Canadian safety standards for A-label single (4×10) and double (8×10) 3-hour fire doors and lesser class doors. It also meets ANSI/UL 10C Positive Pressure Fire Test requirements — both listings are confirmed by the stamped letter F and UL symbol on the armored front.
• Cylinder / Keyway Options for This Listing: Four options are offered: LC (Less Cylinder); LA Keyway (standard keyway, masterkey and grand masterkey capable, construction keying available, two nickel silver keys included); 60 — LFIC Less Core; and 70 — SFIC Less Core. The cylinder is brass, size #41 (1-1/8"). LFIC and SFIC cores do not meet ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Security Grade 1 — confirm specification requirements before selecting either option.
• 10-Year Limited Mechanical Warranty: The 8200 Series lockbody carries a 10-year limited mechanical warranty (warranty limited to replacement of the lockbody). For a factory-order item on a 3–4 week lead time, that coverage horizon aligns with typical institutional ownership cycles and provides specifiers a defensible long-term maintenance position.

Technical Specifications

Ordering & Installation Information

The 8204 CES is a factory order with a 3–4 week lead time; confirm all variables before submitting. Door prep follows ANSI/SDI A250.14 modified per template 7057. The backset is fixed at 2-3/4" (70mm) — no alternative backset is offered — and a 4-1/2" (114mm) minimum stile is required; doors narrower than that stile dimension cannot accept this lockset. Standard door thickness is 1-3/4" (44mm); the 8200 Series is offered for door thicknesses from 1-3/8" to 6" — confirm any non-standard thickness at time of order. The lock body is field-reversible and can be re-handed without opening the case; this trim is handed — order must designate LH, RH, LHR, or RHR. Available finishes: 626 (US26D Satin Chrome), 613E (US10BE Oil Rubbed Bronze Equal), 605 (US3 Polished Brass), 612 (US10 Satin Bronze), 625 (US26 Polished Chrome). Cylinder options: LC, LA Keyway, 60 (LFIC Less Core), or 70 (SFIC Less Core). The broader Sargent 8200 Series also offers MicroShield antimicrobial coating, status indicators, ElectroLynx electro-mechanical configurations, and secure fastener options as separately specified additions — consult your Sargent representative for availability.