Schlage C Keyway or SFIC | 26D Satin Chrome or 622 Matte Black | Commercial Cylindrical Lever Lock

Equip commercial doors with dependable everyday locking hardware using the APEX LEVERS 70 Series Grade 2 Commercial Lever Set.

Designed for commercial, institutional, retail, and multifamily applications, the 70 Series combines a durable cylindrical lever design with flexible keying options to fit both conventional and interchangeable-core security systems.

Choose between a Schlage C Keyway configuration or SFIC – Small Format Interchangeable Core preparation, with 26D Satin Chrome or 622 Matte Black architectural finishes.

Key Features

• APEX LEVERS 70 Series

• Grade 2 commercial lever set

• Cylindrical commercial lock design

• Designed for medium- to high-use commercial openings

• Available with Schlage C Keyway

• Available with SFIC preparation

• Lever-style operation

• Commercial-duty construction

• Suitable for hollow metal and commercial wood doors

• Excellent for replacement and new construction

• Available in 26D Satin Chrome

• Available in 622 Matte Black

• Ideal for commercial and institutional facilities

Keying Options

Choose from:

Schlage C Keyway

The conventional cylinder configuration uses the widely recognized Schlage C / SC1-style keyway.

This option is ideal for commercial facilities using standard keyed cylinders and conventional keying systems.

Common applications include:

• Offices

• Retail facilities

• Warehouses

• Schools

• Commercial buildings

• Multifamily common areas

SFIC – Small Format Interchangeable Core

The SFIC configuration is designed for facilities using Small Format Interchangeable Core systems.

SFIC allows authorized personnel to remove and replace the interchangeable core without replacing the complete lever set.

Benefits include:

• Fast rekeying

• Easy core replacement

• Reduced lock replacement costs

• Convenient facility-wide key management

• Ideal for master-keyed commercial facilities

Verify whether the selected SFIC configuration includes the interchangeable core or is supplied core-ready only.

Available Finishes

Choose from:

26D – Satin Chrome

A traditional commercial satin chrome finish that coordinates with common hinges, closers, exit devices, kickplates, and other architectural hardware.

622 – Matte Black

A modern matte black finish ideal for contemporary commercial interiors, storefronts, offices, and architectural openings.

Available Configurations

• Schlage C Keyway – 26D Satin Chrome

• Schlage C Keyway – 622 Matte Black

• SFIC – 26D Satin Chrome

• SFIC – 622 Matte Black

Additional functions may be offered according to the selected 70 Series lock configuration.

Grade 2 Commercial Performance

The APEX 70 Series is designed as a Grade 2 commercial lever platform, making it a practical choice for everyday commercial openings requiring dependable operation without the heavier construction of a Grade 1 lockset.

Typical applications include:

• Office doors

• Employee entrances

• Storage rooms

• Interior commercial doors

• Retail spaces

• Multifamily common areas

• Institutional facilities

Cylindrical Lock Design

The 70 Series uses a conventional commercial cylindrical lock configuration.

Cylindrical locks are commonly selected because they provide:

• Straightforward installation

• Familiar commercial door preparation

• Easy servicing

• Broad application flexibility

• Convenient cylinder replacement

• Reliable everyday operation

Always verify the existing door preparation before replacing another manufacturer's lockset.

Product Specifications

Brand: APEX LEVERS
Series: 70 Series
Product Type: Commercial Lever Lockset
Lock Type: Cylindrical
Grade: Grade 2
Keying Options: Schlage C Keyway / SFIC
Finish Options: 26D Satin Chrome / 622 Matte Black
Operation: Lever
Application: Commercial Door Openings
Use: New Installation / Replacement / Retrofit

Common Applications

Ideal for:

• Hollow metal doors

• Commercial wood doors

• Office buildings

• Retail stores

• Schools

• Universities

• Healthcare facilities

• Government facilities

• Warehouses

• Manufacturing facilities

• Apartment common areas

• Hotels

• Institutional buildings

• General commercial interiors

SFIC Applications

The SFIC version is particularly useful for facilities with:

• Large master-key systems

• Multiple buildings

• Frequent tenant changes

• Employee turnover

• Restricted areas

• Facility-maintenance departments

• Standardized interchangeable-core programs

Instead of replacing the complete lockset, an authorized user can change the compatible SFIC core when access requirements change.

Schlage C Applications

The Schlage C configuration is a practical choice when the facility already uses conventional SC1 / Schlage C keyed hardware.

This can simplify:

• Key duplication

• Keying alike

• Master keying

• Replacement-cylinder sourcing

• Facility-wide hardware standardization

Final key compatibility depends on the cylinder and keying supplied with the selected lock.

Replacement & Retrofit Applications

The APEX 70 Series is an excellent choice when:

• Existing lever locks are worn

• A commercial lockset is damaged

• Hardware is being standardized throughout a facility

• An opening is being converted to SFIC

• An existing Schlage C-style system is being maintained

• A facility is transitioning to Matte Black hardware

• New commercial doors require Grade 2 locks

Ordering Information

Before ordering, verify:

• Required lock function

• Schlage C or SFIC

• 26D Satin Chrome or 622 Matte Black

• Door thickness

• Existing cylindrical lock preparation

• Latch and strike requirements

• Door handing requirements

• Keying requirements

• SFIC core requirements

• Fire-rating requirements, if applicable

Important SFIC Note

An SFIC housing and an SFIC core are separate components in many commercial lock configurations.

Before ordering, verify whether the selected lever set is supplied:

• With an SFIC core

• Less core

• With a temporary / construction core

This is especially important when matching an existing facility key system.

Fire Door Note

A Grade 2 lever set does not automatically make the complete opening fire rated.

When installed on a labeled fire door, the lockset, latch, strike, door, frame, hinges, closer, and complete installation must comply with the applicable fire-door listing.

What's Included

(1) APEX LEVERS 70 Series Grade 2 Commercial Lever Set