Schlage Commercial 16132626 Square Corner Deadlatch

Product Description

The SCHLAGE COMMERCIAL 16132626 is a square corner deadlatch designed for commercial and institutional door applications. It features a 5 inch backset and a 1-1/8 inch face in a Satin Chrome finish. The deadlatch bolt holds doors securely in the latched position and is built for use in cylindrical or mortise lockset installations. Licensed locksmiths and commercial door hardware installers handle this component as part of a complete door prep. At 0.34 pounds, the unit ships as a single piece and installs into a standard square corner faceplate cutout.

This deadlatch is suited for commercial, multi-family, and institutional door assemblies where a square corner latch face is specified. It pairs with S Series cylindrical locksets and is appropriate for interior and exterior door preps requiring a 5 inch backset. The Satin Chrome finish coordinates with matching S Series hardware trim. Installations are common in office buildings, apartment corridors, and institutional facilities where consistent hardware specification is required across multiple doors.

Key Features

• Square corner latch face matches standard commercial door prep cutouts
• 5 inch backset accommodates thick commercial door stiles
• 1-1/8 inch face width for a flush, clean fit in the strike plate opening
• Satin Chrome finish for corrosion resistance and aesthetic consistency
• Lightweight at 0.34 pounds for straightforward handling during installation
• Sold individually, compatible with S Series cylindrical lockset applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation component for SCHLAGE COMMERCIAL S Series cylindrical lockset assemblies requiring a square corner deadlatch with a 5 inch backset.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed locksmith or qualified commercial door hardware technician. Before servicing or replacing the latch, ensure the door is secured open and any connected access control power is disconnected. The latch body must seat fully into the door edge bore with the square corner face flush against the door edge before fastening. Follow applicable local building codes and the door manufacturer's prep specifications for bore diameter and backset measurement.