Sargent 8225 Mortise Lock, Lock Body Only, Dormitory or Exit Function, Grade 1, Field Reversible

The Sargent 8225 Mortise Lock delivers dependable, heavy-duty performance for high-traffic commercial and institutional openings. This dormitory or exit function lock body is designed for door assemblies where secure access and reliable egress are equally important. As a Grade 1 certified mortise lock, it meets the highest ANSI/BHMA standard for durability and cycle life, making it well suited for dormitories, schools, offices, and other demanding environments. This listing covers the lock body only, giving installers and specifiers flexibility to pair it with the trim, cylinders, and finishes required for their project. The field-reversible design simplifies handing on site and reduces installation guesswork.

Features

• Grade 1 mortise lock body engineered for high-frequency commercial and institutional use.
• Dormitory or exit function supports secure entry with free egress from the inside.
• Field reversible for left-hand and right-hand doors without special ordering.
• Sold as a lock body only for flexible trim and cylinder pairing.
• Part of Sargent's proven 8200 Series mortise lock line.

Functional Details

The 8225 dormitory or exit function provides latching operation controlled by the inside and outside levers, allowing secure entry while maintaining unobstructed egress from within.

• Latchbolt operated by lever from either side except when outside lever is locked by key outside.
• Auxiliary latch deadlocks latchbolt when door is closed.
• Outside lever locked and unlocked by key.
• Inside lever always free for immediate egress.