Product Overview
Best 45H7A Grade 1 Office Mortise Lock, (SFIC) Small Format Interchangeable Core Housing, Less Core
When you want the toughest mechanical security for your building, you want the 40H Series from BEST.
With its advanced features, improved functionality, and unique versatility, this durable mortise lock is reliable and flexible in any commercial or industrial setting.
Heavy-duty in both protection and performance, the 40H is the ideal security solution when strength and dependability are required. Free egress and overall security are never compromised. The BEST interchangeable core allows for customized master keying and quick keying changes. And its tough steel frame accommodates heavy traffic while standing strong against break-in attempts. All the while, the 40H remains a low-maintenance product that is easy to reconfigure and easy to install.
- ANSI Function: F04 – (A) Office
- Less (SFIC) Small Format Interchangeable Core (sold separately)
- Field reversible handing
- H Rose: Flat w/ round edge, 2-3/4″ diameter
- J Wrought Escutcheon: 7-1/2" H x 2-9/32" W x 17/32"
- S1 Standard strike: 4-7/8″ x 1-1/4″ x 3/32″, non-handed, curved lip, 1-1/4″ lip to center strike

| Brand | |
|---|---|
| Finishes |
605 Bright Brass, 606 Satin Brass, 612 Satin Bronze, 613 Oil Rubbed Bronze, 622 Matte Black, 625 Bright Chrome, 626 Satin Chrome |
| Lock Function |
Office |
| ANSI Function |
F04 |
| Lever Design |
15 Lever (Contour Angle, Return), 3 Lever (Solid Tube, Return), 16 Lever (Curved, No Return), 14 Lever (Curved, Return) |
| Trim |
H Rose, J Escutcheon |
| ANSI/BHMA Standard |
ANSI/BHMA A156.13 Series1000—Grade 1 |
| Usage |
Heavy Duty |
| Cylinder |
Standard 1E74 Mortise Cylinder Housing (Core Sold Separately) |
| Core |
Not Included - Sold Separately |
| Backset |
2-3/4" |
| Hand |
Field Reverisble (Shipped as RH) |
| Fire-Rating |
UL/cUL listed up to 3 Hours |
| ADA Compliance |
Meets ADA requirements - A117.1 Accessibility Code |
| Case |
0.095” cold rolled steel, 5 7/8” H x 7/8” D x 4 1/16” W |
| Latchbolt |
Solid stainless steel, 3/4” throw |
| Door Thickness |
1-3/4" |
| Buy American Act Compliance |
Meets Buy American Act - Made in USA |