Sargent 65G04 KL Storeroom Cylindrical Lock – Commercial Lever

The Sargent 65G04 KL is a commercial-grade storeroom function cylindrical lockset designed for high-traffic doors in institutional, education, healthcare, and commercial facilities. Featuring a lever trim with the KL (Key-in-Lever) cylinder, this cylindrical lock delivers dependable access control where security and ease of egress must coexist.

Storeroom Function — What It Does

The Storeroom function (ANSI/BHMA F07) provides free egress at all times from the interior — the inside lever always retracts the latch. The outside lever is fixed (non-turning); entry from the exterior is gained only by key, which retracts the latch bolt. This makes the storeroom function the standard choice for access-controlled doors where the occupant must always be able to exit freely, but exterior access must be restricted.

Common applications include server rooms, storage areas, medication rooms, utility closets, electrical rooms, and any door where controlled single-point key entry is required without a push-button or thumbturn. The storeroom function is also the recommended mechanical base function for electric strike access control systems, as it provides consistent, predictable latch engagement regardless of traffic direction.

Key Benefits

• True commercial Grade 1 performance — built to withstand high-cycle institutional use
• Storeroom function — fixed outside lever, free egress inside; key retracts latch from exterior
• KL (Key-in-Lever) cylinder — standard keyway cylinder integrated into the lever trim for clean, low-profile appearance
• Cylindrical (bored) installation — installs in standard 2-1/8" cross-bore with 2-3/4" or 3-3/4" backset prep
• Compatible with electric strike systems — storeroom function pairs directly with mortised electric strikes for access control upgrades
• Suitable for fire-rated door assemblies where positive latching is required

Typical Applications

• Schools and universities — classroom corridors, storage, utility rooms
• Healthcare facilities — medication rooms, supply closets, staff-only areas
• Commercial office buildings — server rooms, IT closets, electrical/mechanical rooms
• Government and institutional buildings requiring controlled access
• Retail back-of-house and storeroom doors

Technical Details

Note: Finish, backset, door thickness compatibility, and keying options may vary by configuration. Contact us for specification assistance or to request a quote on comparable storeroom-function cylindrical locks from additional preferred lines.

The Sargent 65G04 KL is a professional Grade 2 Cylindrical Lockset engineered for high-security storage areas, mechanical rooms, and any opening that must remain permanently locked to unauthorized traffic. As a cornerstone of the Sargent 6500 Series, this lockset offers a "standard duty" footprint with performance that exceeds the rigorous demands of ANSI/BHMA certification. Packaged with the 4-7/8" #808 ANSI Strike, the standard for commercial hollow metal frames, while the KL design features the sleek, ergonomic L-lever paired with the decorative K-rose.

High-Security Storeroom Function (ANSI F86)

The 04 Storeroom Function is specifically designed for secure areas that require restricted access 24/7. It eliminates the risk of a door being accidentally left unlocked.

• Permanent Exterior Lock: The outside lever is always rigid. Access is only possible by using a physical key to retract the latchbolt.
  
• Automatic Re-locking: The door is instantly secure as soon as the key is removed. There are no buttons, toggles, or thumbturns that could inadvertently leave the room vulnerable.
• Safe Interior Egress: The inside lever is always free for immediate exit. Occupants can never be locked inside the room, ensuring 100% compliance with NFPA 101 Life Safety and ADA accessibility codes.
  
• Deadlocking Latch: Features a 1/2" throw stainless steel latch with a deadlocking auxiliary bolt to prevent "shimming" or credit card attacks.

Built for Institutional Durability

While categorized as a Grade 2 lock, the Sargent 6500 Series is built to outperform industry standard cycle requirements, providing a cost-effective alternative to Grade 1 hardware in medium-traffic zones.

• Enhanced Cycle Performance: Engineered to exceed the 400,000-cycle ANSI/BHMA Grade 2 requirement, ensuring a long life cycle in commercial offices and public buildings.
• Hurricane & Windstorm Rated: Certified to comply with strict Florida Building Codes (FL# 2998) and TAS standards, proving its structural integrity under extreme pressure.
  
• Vandal-Resistant Chassis: Constructed with a cold-rolled steel housing and zinc dichromate plating to protect internal mechanisms from environmental wear and corrosion.
  
• ADA Compliant KL Lever: The linear L-lever design is ergonomically shaped for ease of use, meeting all Americans with Disabilities Act standards.

Technical Specifications

Why Choose the Sargent 65G04 KL?

For facility managers at schools, retail centers, and multi-family complexes, the Sargent 65G04 KL provides a reliable, high-security barrier for critical infrastructure. By choosing the 6500 Series, you gain the architectural continuity of a modern linear lever and the safety of a fire-rated, Grade 2 mechanism without the premium price of industrial-grade hardware.

Ideal Applications:

• Commercial Storage Rooms: Restricting access to inventory and supplies.
• Janitorial Closets: Preventing unauthorized access to cleaning chemicals.
• Mechanical & HVAC Rooms: Protecting critical building infrastructure.
• Back-of-House Hallways: Ensuring perimeter security in retail and hospitality.