Sargent 8204 CRR Trim Storeroom or Closet Function Mortise Lockset

Specified where controlled entry and free egress must coexist on the same door, the Sargent 8204 is a storeroom/closet-function mortise lockset (ANSI F07) drawn from the proven Sargent 8200 Series. This listing pairs that function with CRR trim — the CR Contemporary Rose (2-3/16" diameter, beveled edge) carrying the R lever — making it a natural fit for retrofit projects where a modern rose profile is already on schedule or already on the wall. The outside trim is locked at all times, requiring a key to retract the latchbolt; the inside lever always retracts the latch freely, with no key, thumbturn, deadbolt, or occupancy indicator in the assembly. Two nickel-silver keys ship standard, and the 8200 Series lock body achieves ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000 Operational and Security Grade 1 with standard trims.

8204 Storeroom / Closet Function — ANSI F07: Key-Controlled Entry, Free Egress

The 8204 defines a single, clear access rule: the outside trim is locked at all times and yields only to a key, while the inside lever always retracts the latchbolt without a credential. There is no deadbolt, no thumbturn, and no electrification — the 8204 is a purely mechanical, single-cylinder function, key outside only. That simplicity is exactly what storeroom and closet doors require.

• Key-Only Outside Entry: A key outside retracts the latchbolt; the outside trim is locked at all times with no push-button, thumbturn, or interior override. Because entry cannot be granted from inside the room, the door enforces controlled access without any supplemental hardware.
• Always-Free Inside Egress: The inside trim always retracts the latchbolt, unconditionally — occupants are never trapped regardless of how the outside cylinder is set. This unrestricted egress behavior is the defining requirement of the storeroom/closet function.
• Stainless Steel Auxiliary Deadlatch: The auxiliary deadlatch is stainless steel and non-handed, and it guards against latchbolt manipulation when the door is closed. Because it is non-handed, it functions correctly on either handing without any special orientation during installation.
• Anti-Friction One-Piece Latchbolt: The latchbolt is a one-piece stainless steel anti-friction design with a 3/4" (19 mm) throw. The anti-friction feature reduces the door-closing force needed to cam the latch past the strike, lowering wear on both the latch face and the strike lip over millions of operating cycles.

CR Contemporary Rose (2-3/16" dia, Beveled Edge) with R Lever — CRR Trim

The CRR trim pairs the CR Contemporary Rose — a compact 2-3/16" diameter rose with a clean beveled edge — with the understated R lever. The result is a trim profile that reads as current rather than period, making it straightforward to coordinate against modern architectural hardware schedules or to replace existing contemporary-rose trim without resizing the rose footprint.

• CR Contemporary Rose — 2-3/16" Diameter, Beveled Edge: At 2-3/16" in diameter with a beveled perimeter, the CR rose presents a refined, low-profile face that sits flush with contemporary door hardware families. The defined bevel catches light consistently across the six available finishes.
• 30-Degree Lever Rotation: Only 30 degrees of lever rotation is required to fully retract the latchbolt — a low arc that makes operation quick and intuitive, and a meaningful benefit on high-traffic storeroom doors opened repeatedly throughout the day.
• Through-Bolted, Interchangeable Trim: Trim, levers, and roses are through-bolted and fully interchangeable between rose and escutcheon configurations to ensure proper alignment. This means the R lever fitted to the CR rose here can be repositioned to an escutcheon carrier if a future renovation changes the trim specification, without replacing the lever itself.
• Lever Springs Inside the Lock Case — ADA Lever Design: Lever return springs are contained inside the lock case rather than in the trim, which simplifies trim removal and reinstallation during service. The lever-style trim complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act; consult local authorities to verify compliance with applicable local requirements.

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 lock body is certified to and exceeds ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000, Operational Grade 1 and Security Grade 1 with standard trims. Note that LFIC and SFIC cylinder options do not meet the Security Grade 1 requirement — a consideration when specifying key systems for security-rated openings.
• 16 Million Cycles — UL Verified: Sargent completed a UL "above and beyond" cycle test at 16 million cycles (Verification ID V584148), exceeding the ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Grade 1 cycle requirement by sixteen times. For storeroom doors in busy facilities, that margin translates directly to a longer service interval before hardware replacement.
• 12-Gauge Zinc-Dichromate-Plated Wrought Steel Case: The lock case is 12-gauge heavy-duty wrought steel, zinc dichromate plated, at 7/64" (3 mm) thickness — a robust case construction that anchors all internal components against the demands of daily commercial use.
• Cold Forged Steel Hubs and High-Carbon Steel Spring Cartridge: The 8200 Series uses cold forged steel hubs — distinct from the sintered iron hubs in the 7800 line — paired with a heavy-duty wrought steel hub assembly and high-carbon steel spring cartridge for superior strength and cycle life.
• UL/cUL 3-Hour Fire Listed and UL 10C Positive Pressure: The lockset is UL and cUL Listed for A-label 4×10 single and 8×10 double (3-hour fire door) and lesser-class doors; the armored front is stamped with the F letter and UL symbol to confirm listing status. It also meets ANSI/UL 10C Positive Pressure Fire Test requirements.
• 10-Year Limited Mechanical Warranty: Sargent backs the lock body with a 10-year limited mechanical warranty (warranty limited to replacement of the lock body), giving facility managers and owners a long-horizon assurance on a core life-safety component.

Technical Specifications

Ordering & Installation Information

Door preparation follows ANSI/SDI A250.14 modified per template 7057. The lock ships at a fixed 2-3/4" (70 mm) backset — no field adjustment — so confirm rough-prep dimensions before ordering. A 4-1/2" (114 mm) minimum stile width is required; doors narrower than this cannot accept the 8200 lock body. Standard door thickness is 1-3/4" (44 mm), with the 8200 Series offered across a range from 1-3/8" to 6" for special applications. The lock body is field reversible and can be re-handed without opening the lock case; the CRR trim uses the non-handed R lever, so no separate trim handing selection is needed. Cylinder options for this listing are: LC (Less Cylinder), LA Keyway, 60 (LFIC Less Core), and 70 (SFIC Less Core) — note that LFIC and SFIC cores do not meet ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Security Grade 1. Available finishes: 626 Satin Chrome, 630 Satin Stainless, 613E Oil Rubbed Bronze Equal, 605 Polished Brass, 612 Satin Bronze, 625 Polished Chrome. The broader 8200 Series also offers MicroShield® antimicrobial coating, ElectroLynx® electro-mechanical configurations, status indicators, and security trim options as separately specified alternatives. Factory lead time: 3–4 weeks.