Ives S48B3 Mortise Bolt Solid Brass Bright Brass

Product Description

The IVES S48B3 is a solid brass mortise bolt designed for door edge installation in commercial and residential applications. Mortise bolts provide a concealed latching point that keeps inactive doors secured at the edge without visible hardware on the face of the door. This unit ships in a bright brass finish and is constructed from solid brass for corrosion resistance and long-term durability. At 3 inches in length and 0.2 pounds, it is a compact, lightweight component suited for installation by finish carpenters, locksmiths, and door hardware installers working on paired door assemblies, French doors, and similar configurations.

Mortise bolts like the S48B3 are commonly used on the inactive leaf of double door sets, cabinet doors, and passage doors where a flush or edge-mounted latch point is required. The bright brass finish is appropriate for interior applications where coordinating hardware finishes are specified. This bolt is sold individually and is suited for new construction as well as hardware replacement projects requiring a standard mortise bolt profile.

Key Features

• Solid brass construction for corrosion resistance and structural integrity
• Bright brass finish coordinates with standard architectural hardware sets
• Compact form factor at 3 inches length and 2.5 inches width for clean door edge installation
• Lightweight at 0.2 pounds for easy single-person installation
• Mortise-style design keeps hardware concealed within the door edge

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation mortise bolt for standard door edge mortise cutouts in residential and commercial door assemblies.

Installation Notes

Mortise bolts are typically installed by finish carpenters or locksmiths using a chisel and drill to prepare the mortise pocket in the door edge. Verify door thickness and mortise pocket dimensions match the bolt body before cutting. Follow all applicable building code requirements for door hardware in the project jurisdiction. Ensure the door is fully supported and stable before beginning any mortise work.