45H Series Heavy-Duty Mortise Lock | Storeroom Function F07 | 15 Lever | H Rose | SFIC Housing Less Core | 626 Satin Chrome

The BEST 45H7D15H626 Grade 1 Storeroom Mortise Lock is a heavy-duty commercial lockset engineered for high-traffic openings where dependable security and long service life are essential.

Featuring the D Storeroom / ANSI F07 function, the outside lever remains locked and requires a key to retract the latch, while the inside lever always provides free egress.

This configuration features the BEST 15 contour lever with angle return, H-style 2-3/4" diameter rose, and a 7-pin SFIC housing supplied less core, allowing the lock to integrate with compatible BEST small format interchangeable core key systems.

Finished in 626 Satin Chrome, the 45H Series provides a professional appearance for commercial, institutional, healthcare, educational, and government facilities.

Key Features

• ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 heavy-duty mortise lock

• BEST 45H Series

• D Storeroom Function

• ANSI Function F07

• Outside lever remains locked

• Key retracts latch from exterior

• Inside lever provides free egress

• 15 contour lever with angle return

• H Rose – 2-3/4" diameter

• 7-pin SFIC housing

• Less core – interchangeable core not included

• Field-reversible handing

• 2-3/4" backset

• Solid stainless steel latchbolt

• 3/4" latchbolt throw

• Commercial-duty mortise lock construction

• 626 / US26D Satin Chrome finish

• Suitable for compatible fire-rated openings

• Designed for high-use commercial applications

Storeroom Function

The D Storeroom function – ANSI F07 is designed for rooms and areas that should remain secured from the exterior.

Exterior Operation

• Outside lever remains locked

• Key operation retracts the latch

• Door automatically returns to a secured condition after entry

Interior Operation

• Inside lever always operates the latch

• Provides unrestricted egress from inside the room

• No key is required for exiting

This function is commonly used on storage rooms, mechanical rooms, supply rooms, utility rooms, and other restricted-access commercial spaces.

SFIC Housing – Less Core

The 45H7D15H626 is equipped with a BEST 7-pin Small Format Interchangeable Core (SFIC) housing.

This allows facilities using compatible SFIC keying systems to install or replace the core without replacing the complete lockset.

SFIC core and keys are not included.

Product Specifications

Manufacturer: BEST Access Solutions
Manufacturer Group: dormakaba
Part Number: 45H7D15H626
Series: 45H Series
Product Type: Heavy-Duty Mortise Lever Lock
Function: D – Storeroom
ANSI Function: F07
ANSI/BHMA Grade: Grade 1
Lever Style: 15 – Contour / Angle Return
Rose Style: H
Rose Diameter: 2-3/4"
Cylinder Housing: 7-Pin SFIC
Core Included: No – Less Core
Handing: Field Reversible
Backset: 2-3/4"
Latchbolt: Solid Stainless Steel
Latchbolt Throw: 3/4"
Standard Door Thickness: 1-3/4"
Finish: 626 / US26D Satin Chrome
Application: Commercial / Institutional

Heavy-Duty 45H Construction

The BEST 45H Series is designed for demanding commercial applications where strength, security, and reliable operation are required.

The mortise lock incorporates heavy-duty internal components and a stainless steel latchbolt for dependable performance in high-cycle door openings.

Fire-Rated Applications

The 45H Series is available for use in compatible fire-rated door assemblies, with this configuration commonly listed for applications up to 3 hours when installed as part of an appropriately rated and approved opening.

Always verify the complete door, frame, hardware, labeling, and installation requirements for the specific fire-rated opening.

Common Applications

Ideal for:

• Storage rooms

• Supply rooms

• Mechanical rooms

• Electrical rooms

• Utility rooms

• Schools and universities

• Hospitals and healthcare facilities

• Government buildings

• Office buildings

• Warehouses

• Manufacturing facilities

• Institutional buildings

• High-security commercial openings

What's Included

(1) BEST 45H7D15H626 Grade 1 Storeroom Mortise Lockset

SFIC core, keys, door, frame, and additional hardware are sold separately unless specifically stated otherwise.