Sargent 8204 LW1P Trim Storeroom or Closet Function Mortise Lockset

Specified where controlled entry and reliable free egress must coexist, the Sargent 8200 Series 8204 LW1P Mortise Lockset pairs the 8204 Storeroom/Closet function (ANSI F07) with the LW1 Escutcheon and the P lever to deliver a clean, coordinated escutcheon-trim assembly built for commercial and institutional hardware schedules. Outside entry requires a key at all times — there is no thumbturn, no deadbolt, and no electrification on this mechanical lock — while the inside trim always retracts the latchbolt freely for unimpeded egress. Certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series 1000 Operational Grade 1 and Security Grade 1, the 8200 Series lock body completed independent UL cycle testing at 16 million cycles, setting the durability benchmark against which other mortise locks are measured.

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

The 8204 (ANSI F07) is a single-cylinder storeroom/closet function: a key outside retracts the latchbolt, the outside trim remains locked at all times, and the inside trim always retracts the latchbolt freely. This pairing of controlled entry with unconditional egress makes the 8204 the standard specification for storerooms, supply closets, and similar spaces where staff access must be managed without compromising exit.

• Key-Only Outside Entry: The outside trim is locked at all times — only a valid key retracts the latchbolt from the corridor side. Because there is no thumbturn and no interior release that can be toggled from outside, the secured condition is not released by reaching under the door or through a frame gap.
• Always-Free Inside Egress: The inside trim always retracts the latchbolt regardless of the locked status outside, satisfying life-safety egress requirements without requiring any additional hardware or special sequencing.
• Stainless Steel Auxiliary Deadlatch: The auxiliary deadlatch is stainless steel and non-handed. When the door closes and the deadlatch contacts the strike, it prevents the latchbolt from being retracted by shimming or slipping — a critical anti-bypass feature for unattended storeroom doors.
• Anti-Friction Latchbolt & Multi-Function Lockbody: The one-piece stainless steel latchbolt includes an anti-friction feature for smooth, low-force latching, reducing door-closing effort on heavy commercial doors. The lockbody itself is a Multi-Function 8200 Lockbody — the same case supports nine functions, so a specification change in the field does not require a new door prep.

LW1 Escutcheon with P Lever — Trim Coordination and Geometry

The LW1P trim combines the LW1 Escutcheon with the P lever to produce an escutcheon-plate assembly sized for integration into commercial hardware schedules. Because the this trim is handed, the correct hand — LH, RH, LHR, or RHR — must be specified at time of order; the escutcheon cannot be re-oriented in the field the way the lock body can.

• 30-Degree Lever Rotation: Only 30 degrees of lever rotation are required to fully retract the latchbolt. That shallow arc reduces the physical demand on the user and keeps the lever within a compact swing envelope — a practical advantage in corridors where door-swing clearance is tight and where the lever geometry must coordinate with adjacent hardware on the schedule.
• Through-Bolted, Interchangeable Mounting: To ensure proper alignment, the trim is through-bolted and fully interchangeable between rose and escutcheon mountings. Specifiers building a mixed-rose and escutcheon schedule across a project can confirm that lever alignment and bolt-pattern geometry remain consistent at every opening.
• Lever Springs Inside the Case: The lever return springs are contained inside the lock case rather than in the trim assembly, which simplifies trim removal and reinstallation during maintenance without disturbing the spring mechanism — a real-world benefit for facility managers who service hardware in occupied buildings.
• ADA Lever Operation and Finish Selection: The P lever complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act; consult local authorities to confirm applicability in your jurisdiction. The trim is available in six finishes: 626 Satin Chrome, 630 Satin Stainless, 613E Oil Rubbed Bronze Equal, 605 Polished Brass, 612 Satin Bronze, and 625 Polished Chrome — a range that supports finish continuity across architectural hardware schedules.

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 Grade 1: Certified to Operational Grade 1 and Security Grade 1 with standard trims, confirming the 8204 LW1P meets the highest ANSI/BHMA performance tier for commercial mortise locksets. Note that LFIC and SFIC cylinder configurations do not meet Security Grade 1 requirements — a consideration when specifying a keying system.
• 16 Million Cycle Durability (UL Verified): The 8200 Series lock body completed UL above-and-beyond cycle testing at 16 million cycles (Verification ID: V584148), exceeding the ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Grade 1 cycle requirement by 16 times — providing quantifiable confidence for high-traffic institutional openings.
• 12-Gauge Zinc-Dichromate Steel Case: The lock case is fabricated from 12-gauge heavy-duty wrought steel, zinc dichromate plated, with a wall thickness of 7/64" (3mm). Cold forged steel hubs and a high-carbon steel spring cartridge back up the case for consistent lever performance over the life of the lock.
• UL/cUL 3-Hour Fire Door Listed & UL 10C Positive Pressure: Listed to US and Canadian safety standards for A-label 4×10 single and 8×10 double (3-hour fire door) and lesser class doors. Also meets ANSI/UL 10C Positive Pressure fire test requirements — confirming suitability for fire-rated door assemblies where positive-pressure testing is mandated.
• Cylinder and Keyway Options: This listing is offered in four configurations: LC (Less Cylinder) for owner-supplied cylinders; LA Keyway (standard keyway, masterkey and grand-masterkey capable); 60 (LFIC Less Core); and 70 (SFIC Less Core). The standard cylinder is brass, size #41 (1-1/8"). LFIC and SFIC configurations do not meet ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Security Grade 1 requirements.
• 10-Year Limited Mechanical Warranty: Sargent backs the 8200 Series lock body with a 10-year limited mechanical warranty (warranty limited to replacement of the lock body). This mechanical lock carries no electrical components, so no electrical warranty tier applies to this configuration.

Technical Specifications

Ordering & Installation Information

The 8204 LW1P requires a door prepared to ANSI/SDI A250.14 modified per template 7057. The lock operates at a 2-3/4" (70mm) backset only — no alternate backset is available — and requires a minimum door stile of 4-1/2" (114mm); openings that do not meet both dimensions cannot accept this lockset without modification. The standard door thickness is 1-3/4" (44mm); the 8200 Series is offered for thicknesses ranging from 1-3/8" to 6" when specified accordingly.

The lock body is field reversible — it can be re-handed without removing parts or opening the lock case. This trim is handed and must be ordered as LH, RH, LHR, or RHR; confirm door hand before ordering. Six finishes are available: 626, 630, 613E, 605, 612, and 625. Cylinder options on this listing are LC, LA, 60 (LFIC Less Core), and 70 (SFIC Less Core). The broader 8200 Series also offers MicroShield antimicrobial coating, status indicators, ElectroLynx electro-mechanical functions, and security trim variants as separately specified options. Lead time: 3–4 weeks factory order.