Sargent 8215 LE1L Passage Function Mortise Latchset

The Sargent 8215 LE1L is a high-performance Grade 1 Heavy-Duty Mortise Latchset engineered for high-traffic commercial and institutional openings where unrestricted access is required. As a flagship model in the Sargent 8200 Series, it is recognized by facility managers as the industry benchmark for strength and reliability. The 8215 Passage Function (ANSI F01) is the ideal solution for interior doors in schools, hospitals, and office buildings that stay open to the public but require the structural integrity of a fire-rated mortise chassis.

Seamless Passage Function (ANSI F01)

The 8215 function is designed for maximum convenience and durability. Unlike keyed locks, this latchset focuses on smooth, constant operation for non-secure areas.

• Always Operational: Both the inside and outside levers are always free, allowing the latchbolt to be retracted from either side at all times.
  
• Efficient Latching: Only 30° of lever rotation is required to fully retract the latchbolt, providing a high-end feel and reducing mechanical wear over millions of cycles.
  
• Quiet Security: Features a 3/4" throw stainless steel anti-friction latchbolt that ensures quiet closing and reliable engagement with the strike plate.
  

Architectural Excellence: The LE1L Design

The LE1L trim combines the contemporary LE1 escutcheon plate with the full L lever, offering a sleek, modern aesthetic that provides superior door coverage and a professional finish.

• ADA Compliance: The LE1 lever is ergonomically designed for ease of use, meeting all ADA accessibility requirements for effortless operation without tight grasping or twisting.
  
• Unrivaled Durability: The Sargent 8200 Series is independently verified to exceed 14 million cycles—14 times the requirement for Grade 1 certification—ensuring a lifetime of trouble-free service.
• Anti-Sag Engineering: Heavy-duty wrought steel hubs and high-carbon steel spring cartridges prevent lever sag, keeping the hardware perfectly horizontal and professional-looking even after decades of use.
  

Key Product Features

• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 Certified: The highest industry rating for mechanical strength, physical security, and operational longevity.
  
• Passage/Closet Function (F01): Non-locking operation for areas requiring constant access.
• Fire Rated Integrity: UL/cUL Listed for use on 3-hour fire-rated doors, essential for maintaining fire safety barriers in commercial hallways.
  
• Vandal Resistant: Built on a 12-gauge heavy-duty wrought steel lock case that is zinc dichromate plated for maximum corrosion resistance.
  
• Field Reversible: The non-handed chassis is easily adjusted in the field to accommodate any door swing without opening the lock case.
• LE1 Escutcheon Trim: Provides a robust, heavy-duty mounting surface that protects the door and conceals existing preparation holes.

Technical Specifications

Ordering & Installation Information

The Sargent 8215 LE1L is designed for rapid, "fool-proof" installation with pre-assembled components that can reduce labor time by up to 40%. While the unit is field-reversible, providing the hand of your door ensures it arrives ready for immediate mounting. This hardware is a perfect fit for facilities standardizing on the Sargent 8200 line to maintain a consistent aesthetic across all functions.