Sargent 8204 EJ Trim Storeroom or Closet Function Mortise Lockset

The Sargent 8204 EJ is a Sargent 8200 Series mortise lockset built around the 8204 Storeroom or Closet function (ANSI F07): the outside trim is locked at all times, admitting only those carrying an authorized key, while the inside lever always retracts the latchbolt freely for unobstructed egress. Finished in the EJ trim combination — a 3-1/16" square E Rose paired with a J lever — this lockset is specified wherever secure, key-controlled entry is required for storerooms, supply closets, and similar restricted spaces. The 8200 Series lockbody beneath it has completed independent cycle testing at 16 million cycles, and the trim's non-handed J lever simplifies both initial installation and future service without the need to stock multiple handed parts.

8204 Storeroom / Closet Function — ANSI F07 Single-Cylinder Key Control

The ANSI F07 function places all entry control at the key: outside trim remains locked at all times, so no manual locking step can be forgotten. Inside, the lever retracts the latchbolt freely on every turn — code-compliant egress is never conditional on a button, thumbturn, or indicator, none of which are present in this function.

• Key-Only Outside Entry: A key inserted in the outside cylinder retracts the latchbolt; the outside trim itself cannot turn without it. There is no thumbturn, no push-button, and no deadbolt — the 8204 is a single-cylinder, latchbolt-only storeroom function, which means the door can only be locked from outside by default and the locking state cannot accidentally be changed by someone on the inside.
• Always-Free Inside Egress: The inside lever retracts the latchbolt at all times without a key, thumbturn, or mode switch. For a storeroom or supply closet this means personnel can never become trapped, and no override hardware is required to meet egress requirements.
• Stainless Steel Auxiliary Deadlatch: The auxiliary deadlatch is stainless steel and non-handed, engaging automatically as the door closes to prevent the latchbolt from being slipped with a card or thin tool. Because it is non-handed it does not need to be repositioned when the lockbody is re-handed in the field.
• Anti-Friction One-Piece Latch: The latchbolt is a one-piece stainless steel anti-friction latch with a 3/4" (19 mm) throw. The anti-friction design reduces the closing force needed to compress the latch against the strike, easing operation over the life of the lock and reducing wear on both the latch face and the strike lip.

EJ Trim: 3-1/16" E Rose and J Lever

The EJ trim pairs the E Rose at 3-1/16" square with the J lever. The rose's generous footprint covers the mortise pocket cleanly and presents a stable bearing surface behind the lever, while the J lever's form provides a secure, comfortable grip. Because the J lever is non-handed, a single stocked trim fits either door swing without substitution.

• Non-Handed J Lever: The J lever trim is non-handed, meaning it installs on left-hand or right-hand doors without modification or special ordering. This simplifies the specifier's trim schedule and means replacement parts sourced from stock will fit regardless of door swing.
• 30-Degree Lever Rotation: Only 30 degrees of lever rotation is required to fully retract the latchbolt. The reduced arc lowers the effort and range of motion demanded of the user — a practical benefit on a high-traffic storeroom door and a factor in the lockset's compliance with the American Disability Act; consult local authorities regarding applicability in your jurisdiction.
• Through-Bolted, Interchangeable Trim: Trim, levers, and roses are through-bolted and fully interchangeable between rose and escutcheon configurations. This means the J lever used on this E Rose listing is the same component used across the rose-and-escutcheon range, so trim can be swapped or matched across a project without replacing the lever itself.
• Lever Springs Inside the Case: The lever return springs are contained inside the lock case rather than in the trim, which means trim can be removed, serviced, or swapped at the rose without disturbing the spring mechanism. This is the detail that makes field trim replacement straightforward over the long service life of an 8200 lockset.

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

• 16 Million Cycle Durability (Verification ID V584148): The Sargent 8200 Series completed UL cycle testing at 16 million cycles — sixteen times the ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Grade 1 requirement. This independently verified result underpins the 8200's reputation in high-traffic institutional applications.
• ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000, Operational Grade 1 and Security Grade 1: Certified to the highest commercial mortise lock grade with standard trims. Note: LFIC (60) and SFIC (70) cylinder options do not meet Security Grade 1 requirements; specify the LA keyway or LC less-cylinder option where Security Grade 1 must be maintained throughout.
• 12-Gauge Zinc-Dichromate Steel Case with Cold Forged Steel Hubs: The lock case is 12-gauge heavy-duty wrought steel, zinc dichromate plated, at 7/64" (3 mm) thickness. The 8200 Series hubs are cold forged steel, and heavy-duty wrought steel hubs combined with a high carbon steel spring cartridge are specified to provide superior strength and cycle life.
• UL/cUL 3-Hour Fire Door Listed and UL 10C Positive Pressure: The lockset is UL and cUL Listed for A-label single (4×10) and double (8×10) 3-hour fire doors and lesser classifications, and meets ANSI/UL 10C Positive Pressure Fire Test requirements. The armored front is stamped with the letter F and the UL symbol to confirm the listing at inspection.
• Cylinder and Keyway Options: This listing is offered in four cylinder configurations: LC (Less Cylinder) for owner-supplied cores; LA Keyway — the standard Sargent keyway, masterkey- and grand-masterkey-capable with construction keying available; 60 (LFIC Less Core); and 70 (SFIC Less Core). The standard cylinder is brass, size #41 (1-1/8"). LFIC and SFIC options do not meet ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Security Grade 1.
• 10-Year Limited Mechanical Warranty and Field-Reversible Lock Body: Sargent backs the 8200 lockbody with a 10-year limited mechanical warranty (warranty limited to replacement of lockbody). The lock body is field reversible — re-handed without removing parts or opening the lock case — so handing errors on the jobsite can be corrected in minutes rather than requiring a return shipment.

Technical Specifications

Ordering & Installation Information

The 8204 EJ is a factory order item with a 3–4 week lead time. Door preparation follows ANSI/SDI A250.14 modified per template 7057; the only available backset is 2-3/4" (70 mm), so confirm rough prep accordingly before ordering. A 4-1/2" (114 mm) minimum stile is required — narrower stiles cannot accommodate the mortise pocket and must be addressed at the door specification stage. The lockset is standard for 1-3/4" (44 mm) thick doors; the 8200 Series is offered for door thicknesses from 1-3/8" to 6" — consult factory for non-standard thickness requirements. The lock body is field reversible without opening the case; the J lever trim is non-handed and requires no handing selection at time of order. Six finishes are available: 626 Satin Chrome, 630 Satin Stainless, 613E Oil Rubbed Bronze Equal, 605 Polished Brass, 612 Satin Bronze, and 625 Polished Chrome. Cylinder options are LC, LA, 60 (LFIC less core), and 70 (SFIC less core); LFIC and SFIC do not meet Security Grade 1. The broader 8200 Series also offers MicroShield® antimicrobial coating, status indicators, ElectroLynx® electro-mechanical functions, and security trim variants — available as separately specified configurations.