Things to consider

  • Mortise locks use Govt. 86 prep: 1 ¼” wide x 8” high
  • Are face preps needed or 86 edge prep only?
  • Is the trim (face prep) escutcheon or sectional?
  • Is location given on door or frame?
  • Lock mounting at hollow metal manufacturer’s standard location?
  • Using standard 4 7/8” ASA strike?
  • Lock function will be needed for sectional trim prep

Red flags

  • Standard Govt. 86 prep needs 1 ¾” thick door minimum
  • Location may vary if used as a Deadlock only
  • Use with Electric strike could affect mounting location or strike needed
  • Location of actual latch bolt varies per lock manufacturer
  • CL of lock is 3/8” BELOW CL ASA strike
  • Electric mortise lock functions will require conduit raceway to power source (electric hinge or EPT)

 

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Mortise lock with escutheon trim

 Universal 86 prep for escutheon trim

 

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Mortise lock with sectional trim

 

Mortise lock with special sectional trim

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