Kwikset 488CNL-11P Carson Lever Half Dummy Venetian Bronze

Product Description

The KWIKSET 488CNL-11P is a light commercial half dummy lever in the Carson style, finished in Venetian Bronze. A half dummy lever functions without a latch mechanism — it is a fixed pull handle mounted to one side of a door, used where no latching or locking action is needed. This hardware is installed by carpenters, finish contractors, and general contractors on interior doors in light commercial and residential applications. The Venetian Bronze finish provides a dark, oil-rubbed appearance suited to a range of architectural styles. The unit ships as a single lever assembly.

The 488CNL-11P is suited for interior doors in light commercial settings such as office suites, retail spaces, and multi-family residential projects. Common applications include closet doors, double-door configurations requiring a non-latching pull, and passage doors where only a pull handle is required on one face. The Carson lever style offers a traditional curved lever profile compatible with standard door prep.

Key Features

• Half dummy configuration — no latch or lock mechanism, mounts to door face as a pull handle
• Carson lever style with Venetian Bronze finish for a classic, dark-toned aesthetic
• Light commercial grade construction suitable for office, retail, and multi-family interiors
• Compact profile: 5.1 inches long, 2.7 inches wide, 2.2 inches tall
• Lightweight assembly at 0.6 pounds — minimal door stress
• Sold individually (each) with a case quantity of 20 for contractor purchasing

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style half dummy lever for standard interior door prep in light commercial and residential construction applications.

Installation Notes

Half dummy levers are installed by finish carpenters or contractors and require only basic hand tools — typically a screwdriver and a drill for pilot holes. No latch bore or strike plate prep is required for a half dummy installation. Ensure the door face is clean and flat before mounting to achieve full backplate contact. Because this unit has no latching function, it should not be installed in place of a passage or privacy set where positive door retention is required.