Sargent 8204 EP Trim Storeroom or Closet Function Mortise Lockset

The Sargent 8204 EP brings the precision engineering of the Sargent 8200 Series mortise platform to storeroom and closet openings that demand coordinated, consistent aesthetics without sacrificing hardware-grade security. Built around the 8204 Storeroom or Closet function (ANSI F07), this lockset requires a key to retract the latchbolt from the outside while the inside trim always allows free egress — the correct operational profile wherever occupants must exit without delay but outside access must remain controlled. Specified here with the EP trim combination — a 3-1/16" square E Rose paired with the P lever — this configuration is especially well suited to renovation and retrofit work where a squared hardware vocabulary is already scheduled throughout the project, allowing the 8204 EP to integrate without introducing a competing escutcheon geometry.

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

The 8204 function controls the latchbolt from a single point of authority: the outside cylinder. Inside, the lever always retracts the latchbolt freely, so occupant egress is never obstructed. The outside trim remains locked at all times, meaning no push-button, no thumbturn, and no indicator to misread — entry is by key only.

• Key-Only Outside Entry: A key in the outside cylinder retracts the latchbolt; the outside trim is locked at all times and cannot be turned without it. Because there is no thumbturn, no deadbolt, and no hold-open mechanism, access control rests entirely with key possession — straightforward to administer in master-key programs and construction-keying sequences alike.
• Always-Free Inside Egress: The inside lever retracts the latchbolt at any time without a key or credential. This unconditional egress path is the defining requirement of the storeroom function and the reason ANSI F07 is the appropriate designation for occupied storage, supply, and utility rooms where personnel must be able to leave immediately.
• Stainless Steel Auxiliary Deadlatch: The non-handed auxiliary deadlatch is stainless steel and activates automatically when the door closes, preventing the latchbolt from being slipped or pushed back when the door is in the latched position. Because it is non-handed, it requires no orientation adjustment during installation regardless of which way the door swings.
• Anti-Friction Stainless Steel Latchbolt: The one-piece latchbolt offers a 3/4" (19mm) throw and is reversible to suit the door swing. The anti-friction feature reduces the operating force needed to close the door against the strike, which matters for consistent latching on higher-traffic utility openings and for meeting operational force thresholds.

EP Trim: 3-1/16" E Rose and P Lever

The EP trim pairs a 3-1/16" square E Rose with the P lever, presenting a clean, squared-rose profile that aligns with square-plate hardware vocabularies. The P lever is non-handed, so a single trim configuration covers both hand orientations — no separate left-hand or right-hand trim order is required, which simplifies procurement on mixed-hand openings.

• Non-Handed Trim, Simplified Scheduling: The P lever trim is non-handed, eliminating handing selection at the trim level entirely. On a project with multiple storeroom openings of varying hand, the same EP trim code applies throughout — reducing the risk of a handed-trim mismatch that could delay installation.
• 30-Degree Lever Rotation: Only 30 degrees of lever rotation is required to fully retract the latchbolt. This reduced arc lowers the force and range of motion a user must apply, which supports compliance with lever-hardware accessibility requirements — the 8200 Series complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act; consult local authorities to confirm applicability to your specific installation.
• Through-Bolted and 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 rather than in the trim, which both simplifies trim removal and reduces the number of loose parts during installation or future maintenance.
• Six Architectural Finishes: The 8204 EP is offered in 626 Satin Chrome (US26D), 630 Satin Stainless (US32D), 613E Oil Rubbed Bronze Equal (US10BE), 605 Polished Brass (US3), 612 Satin Bronze (US10), and 625 Polished Chrome (US26) — a range that spans contemporary and traditional palettes to match an existing finish schedule without custom ordering.

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: 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 a storeroom lock on a frequently accessed utility opening, that cycle margin translates directly to a longer service interval before hardware replacement is likely.
• ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000, Operational and Security Grade 1: Certified to and exceeding both 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; specify the LA keyway or LC less-cylinder option when Security Grade 1 must be maintained.
• 12-Gauge Zinc-Dichromate Plated Wrought Steel Case: The lock case is 12-gauge heavy-duty wrought steel with zinc dichromate plating, at a minimum thickness of 7/64" (3mm). The cold forged steel hubs and high-carbon steel spring cartridge inside the 8200 case are what Sargent credits for the superior strength and cycle life of the 8200 line.
• UL/cUL 3-Hour Fire Door Listing and Positive Pressure: UL and cUL Listed for A-label 4×10 single and 8×10 double (3-hour fire door) and lesser class doors under US and Canadian safety standards. The lockset also meets ANSI/UL 10C Positive Pressure Fire Test requirements — both listings are confirmed by the letter F and UL symbol stamped on the armored front.
• Cylinder and Keyway Options: This listing is offered with LC (Less Cylinder), LA Keyway (the standard keyway, masterkeying and grand masterkeying available), 60 (LFIC Less Core), and 70 (SFIC Less Core). All cylinders are brass, size #41 (1-1/8") standard. Two nickel silver keys are included with keyed cylinders; a control key or emergency key must be ordered separately when required.
• 10-Year Limited Mechanical Warranty and Field-Reversible Lock Body: The lockset carries 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 — so door-swing changes during construction or renovation do not require a new lockset.

Technical Specifications

Ordering & Installation Information

The 8204 EP requires a 2-3/4" (70mm) backset — no other backset is available — and a minimum 4-1/2" (114mm) stile width; verify both against the door schedule before specifying. Door prep follows ANSI/SDI A250.14 modified per template 7057. The lockset is standard for 1-3/4" (44mm) thick doors; the 8200 Series is available for door thicknesses from 1-3/8" to 6" — consult factory for non-standard door thickness requirements. The lock body is field reversible without opening the case, accommodating last-minute hand changes in the field; the P lever trim is non-handed and requires no separate handing selection at order. Choose from six finishes: 626, 630, 613E, 605, 612, or 625. Cylinder options on this listing are LC, LA, 60 (LFIC Less Core), and 70 (SFIC Less Core); note that LFIC and SFIC cores do not meet Security Grade 1. The broader Sargent 8200 Series offers optional MicroShield antimicrobial coating, status indicators, ElectroLynx electro-mechanical configurations, and push/pull ALP trim — specify those options separately on the appropriate series listing. Lead time: factory order, 3–4 weeks.