Schlage ALX70B Ath 626 Classroom Cylindrical Lock

Product Description

The SCHLAGE ALX70B ATH 626 is a Grade 2 cylindrical lockset designed for classroom door applications in institutional and commercial buildings. It features an Athens-style lever handle and a field-selectable Vandlgard anti-ligature function, allowing the installer to configure the lock for standard or ligature-resistant operation without special tools. The lock ships without a Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC) installed, making it compatible with facility-wide keying systems once a core is supplied separately. Finished in satin chrome (626), the lockset is non-handed and fits either hand of door without modification.

This lockset is intended for classroom security functions in K-12 schools, universities, government buildings, and other institutional facilities. The classroom function keeps the exterior lever locked at all times and allows entry only via key, while the interior lever remains free for egress. Licensed locksmiths and commercial door hardware installers typically handle installation in new construction and retrofit projects. No specific model compatibility data was provided by the manufacturer for this listing.

Key Features

• Grade 2 ANSI/BHMA rated cylindrical lock construction for commercial and institutional use
• Field-selectable Vandlgard function allows on-site configuration for anti-ligature compliance
• Athens lever design provides a clean, institutional profile
• SFIC (Small Format Interchangeable Core) prep ships less core for integration with existing keying systems
• Non-handed design fits left-hand and right-hand doors without adjustment
• Satin chrome finish (626) resists corrosion and blends with standard institutional hardware

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style cylindrical lockset replacement or new-installation option for commercial and institutional doors requiring a Grade 2 classroom function with SFIC prep.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed locksmith or qualified commercial door hardware technician. Verify the door thickness and backset measurement before installation to confirm proper latch and strike alignment. The SFIC core must be sourced and installed separately; do not operate the lock in a secured application without a properly keyed core installed. Follow applicable building codes and fire-rated door hardware requirements for the installation environment.