Schlage ND78JD Spa 626 Classroom Security Cylindrical Lock

Product Description

The SCHLAGE ND78JD SPA 626 is a Grade 1 cylindrical lock designed for classroom security applications requiring 180-degree lockdown capability. It features the Sparta lever trim and ships less core, meaning it accepts a Schlage Full-Size Interchangeable Core (FSIC) that is ordered and installed separately. The satin chrome (626) finish provides a clean, professional appearance suited to institutional environments. This lock is non-handed, simplifying inventory and installation across doors of any swing direction. Licensed locksmiths, institutional facility technicians, and commercial door hardware installers are the typical trades who specify and install this hardware.

This lock is built for K-12 schools, universities, government facilities, and other institutional buildings where rapid lockdown from inside the classroom is a code-supported requirement. The 180-degree lockdown function allows an occupant to secure the door from the interior without exposing themselves in the corridor. It is intended for use in new construction and retrofit projects where a Schlage FSIC keying system is already in place or being specified. The less-core configuration allows the facility to use its existing FSIC cores, keeping the master key system intact.

Key Features

• 180-degree lockdown function enables interior classroom security without corridor exposure
• ANSI Grade 1 construction meets the highest commercial cylindrical lock durability standard
• Schlage FSIC prep accepts full-size interchangeable cores for integration into existing keying systems
• Ships less core, allowing facilities to install their own keyed FSIC cores
• Sparta (SPA) lever trim in satin chrome (626) finish suits institutional aesthetics
• Non-handed design installs on doors of any swing without modification

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation cylindrical lock for commercial and institutional doors prepared for Schlage ND-series FSIC hardware.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed locksmith or qualified commercial door hardware technician familiar with ANSI cylindrical lock prep standards. Verify that the door is prepped to the correct cross-bore and latch-bore dimensions before installation. The lock ships without a core installed; a compatible Schlage FSIC core must be inserted before the lock is placed into service. Consult applicable building codes and the authority having jurisdiction for any lockdown hardware requirements specific to your facility type.