Sargent 8204 EL Trim Storeroom or Closet Function Mortise Lockset

The Sargent 8200 Series 8204 EL Trim Mortise Lockset brings together a purposefully squared E Rose (3-1/16" square) and a L lever in a storeroom/closet configuration built for architects and facility managers who demand both minimal visual mass and maximum mechanical performance. Classified as ANSI F07 Storeroom or Closet function, the 8204 secures the outside trim at all times while permitting free egress from inside at any moment — no key, no code, no delay. Factory-ordered with a lead time of 3–4 weeks, this Sargent 8200 Series lockset is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000 Operational Grade 1 and Security Grade 1, making it a credible specification for schools, healthcare facilities, commercial buildings and institutional interiors where controlled single-point access is the operative requirement.

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

The 8204 defines its access logic simply: the outside trim is locked at all times and yields only to a key, while the inside trim always retracts the latchbolt freely. There is no deadbolt, no thumbturn, no occupancy indicator and no electrification on this lockset. That mechanical clarity makes the 8204 the right call wherever a space must stay secured against unauthorized entry yet never trap an occupant inside.

• Key-Only Outside Entry: The outside trim is locked at all times — only a key retracts the latchbolt. Because there is no thumbturn or inside release connected to the outside cylinder, the outside lever cannot be turned without a valid key, keeping the secured side consistently controlled regardless of what is happening inside.
• Always-Free Inside Egress: The inside trim always retracts the latchbolt, with no credential required. This unconditional egress path is essential for life-safety compliance in occupied spaces — occupants are never delayed by a locked or failed mechanism on the way out.
• Stainless Steel Auxiliary Deadlatch: The auxiliary deadlatch is stainless steel and non-handed. When the door closes fully, the deadlatch engages automatically, preventing the latchbolt from being pushed back with a card or thin tool — a critical layer of mechanical security that requires no action from the user.
• Anti-Friction One-Piece Latch: The latchbolt is a one-piece stainless steel anti-friction reversible latch with a 3/4" (19 mm) throw. The anti-friction tip reduces the force needed to close the door against a strike, easing wear on both the latch and the door frame over the lock's service life. The multi-function 8200/7800 lockbody supporting this configuration embodies nine functions in one lockbody, reducing stocked parts across a facility.

E Rose (3-1/16" square) and L Lever — Squared Footprint, Straight Linear Profile

The E Rose measures 3-1/16" square, covering a smaller portion of the door face than larger escutcheon trims while still fully concealing the mortise pocket perimeter. Paired with the straight, linear L lever, the combination reads as architecturally restrained — suited to interiors where hardware should complement rather than compete with the surrounding design.

• Compact Rose Diameter: At 3-1/16" square, the E Rose is the second largest of the standard roses — only the 3-1/2" L Rose covers more. On flush or veneer doors where wood grain or painted surfaces are a design element, a smaller rose footprint is a genuine aesthetic advantage, and the clean squared form transitions cleanly to a range of architectural styles.
• 30-Degree Lever Rotation: Only 30 degrees of lever rotation is required to fully retract the latchbolt. This low operating arc reduces wrist strain during repeated use and supports compliance with accessibility requirements — the lever complies with the American Disability Act; consult local authorities regarding local code requirements.
• Through-Bolted, Fully Interchangeable Trim: Trim, including this rose and lever, is through-bolted and fully interchangeable between rose and escutcheon configurations. The lever springs are contained inside the lock case rather than in the trim, which simplifies installation and means trim can be swapped in the field without disassembling spring mechanisms. The L lever trim is non-handed — no handing selection is required at the time of order.
• Six Architectural Finishes: This listing is available in 626 (US26D Satin Chrome), 630 (US32D Satin Stainless), 613E (US10BE Oil Rubbed Bronze Equal), 605 (US3 Polished Brass), 612 (US10 Satin Bronze), and 625 (US26 Polished Chrome) — a range spanning warm metal tones to cool stainless neutrals to suit diverse interior palettes.

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 — Verified: The Sargent 8200 Series completed UL cycle testing at 16 million cycles, exceeding the ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Grade 1 cycle requirement by 16 times (Verification ID: V584148). For high-traffic storeroom and closet doors, that margin is a direct indicator of long-term service life and reduced maintenance cost.
• ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000 — Operational Grade 1 and Security Grade 1: Certified with standard trims, this lockset meets the highest ANSI mechanical and security performance tier. Note: the LFIC (option 60) and SFIC (option 70) cylinder options offered on this listing do not meet Security Grade 1 requirements — specifiers requiring Security Grade 1 in the cylinder should select the LA keyway or Less Cylinder option.
• 12-Gauge Heavy-Duty Wrought Steel Case: The lock case is 12-gauge heavy-duty wrought steel, zinc dichromate plated, with a wall thickness of 7/64" (3 mm /.109"). The cold forged steel hubs — correct for the 8200 Series — combined with a high carbon steel spring cartridge provide the structural backbone behind the verified cycle count.
• UL/cUL 3-Hour Fire Door Listed — Positive Pressure Tested: The 8204 EL is UL and cUL Listed for A-label 4×10 single and 8×10 double (3-hour fire door) and lesser class doors to both US and Canadian standards. It also meets ANSI/UL 10C Positive Pressure Fire Test requirements — the armored front is stamped with the letter F and UL symbol to confirm listing in the field.
• Cylinder and Keyway Options: This listing is offered in four configurations: LC (Less Cylinder) for owner-supplied cylinders; LA Keyway (standard, masterkey- and grand-masterkey-capable, construction keying available); 60 (LFIC Less Core); and 70 (SFIC Less Core). The standard cylinder is brass, size #41 (1-1/8"). Two nickel silver keys are included; control or emergency keys must be ordered separately when required.
• 10-Year Limited Mechanical Warranty and Field-Reversible Lock Body: Sargent backs the 8200 Series with a 10-year limited mechanical warranty (warranty limited to replacement of the lockbody). The lock body is field reversible — re-handed without removing parts or opening the lock case — a practical advantage when door swing changes during construction or renovation without requiring a new lockset.

Technical Specifications

Ordering & Installation Information

Door preparation follows ANSI/SDI A250.14 modified per template 7057. The lockset requires a 2-3/4" (70 mm) backset — the only backset available; verify rough frame and door edge dimensions before ordering, as no alternate backset is offered. A 4-1/2" (114 mm) minimum stile is required; doors narrower than this cannot accommodate the mortise case. Standard door thickness is 1-3/4" (44 mm), though the 8200 Series is offered for doors from 1-3/8" to 6" — confirm door thickness with the factory for non-standard applications. The lock body is field reversible without opening the case; the L lever trim is non-handed and requires no handing declaration at order. Select from six finishes: 626, 630, 613E, 605, 612, or 625. Cylinder options are LC, LA, 60 (LFIC less core), or 70 (SFIC less core). This is a factory order with a 3–4 week lead time. The broader 8200 Series also offers optional MicroShield antimicrobial coating, electro-mechanical ElectroLynx configurations, status indicators, push/pull ALP trim, and vandalism-deterrent secure fasteners — specify those separately as required.