The Schlage 03-232-8RO is the OEM Tactile Rhodes FSIC Lever Less Core for the Schlage ALX Series, ND Series, CO Series, and AD Series cylindrical locks, documented in the official Schlage ALX Series and ND Series Service Manuals. It is the Rhodes lever profile with tactile surface in the 03-232 Full Size Interchangeable Core (FSIC) format. The lever is supplied less core, requiring installation with a compatible Schlage FSIC cylinder. Non-handed. The legacy part number is 03-032-8RO. In stock.

Rhodes Tactile FSIC Lever: What FSIC Format Means for This Product

Per the SecurityParts.com product page, the 03-232-8RO "accommodates Full Size Interchangeable Core (FSIC) cylinder insertion, provides manual latch retraction, and features tactile safety feedback." The FSIC format uses a larger oval-shaped core than the SFIC (Small Format Interchangeable Core) format used in the 03-200 lever family. Both allow field core removal and replacement using a control key, but FSIC and SFIC cores are not interchangeable between housing types. Facilities operating a Schlage FSIC key system must use the 03-232 format. Facilities operating a Schlage SFIC system must use the 03-200 format.

03-232-8RO vs 03-232-8AT: Rhodes vs Athens Tactile FSIC

Both the 03-232-8RO and the 03-232-8AT (Tactile Athens FSIC Lever Less Core) use the same FSIC format and cover the same Vandlgard and specialty ND Series functions. The key differences between them are the lever profile and the Service Manual documentation. The 03-232-8RO uses the Rhodes lever design and is documented in two Service Manuals: the Schlage ALX Series Service Manual and the Schlage ND Series Service Manual. The 03-232-8AT is documented in four Service Manuals, adding the AD Series and CO Series manuals. When a building project establishes the Rhodes lever as its standard profile and certain doors require the FSIC format with a tactile designation, the 03-232-8RO is the correct selection.

ND Series Vandlgard and Specialty Function Coverage

The 03-232-8RO covers the Vandlgard and specialty ND Series functions. These include ND81 (Accessible Storeroom), ND82 (Institution), ND85 (Faculty Restroom), ND91 (Vandlgard Entrance/Office), ND91 IND IS, ND92 (Vandlgard Entrance), ND92 IND IS, ND93 (Vandlgard Vestibule), ND94 (Vandlgard Classroom), ND96 (Vandlgard Storeroom), ND96EL, ND96EU, and ND97 (Vandlgard Corridor). Compatibility covers ALX Series, ND Series, CO-100, CO-200, CO-200/250, AD-200/250, AD-300, AD-400, and AD-993-DT Dummy Trim Exterior.

Finishes and Ordering for the 03-232-8RO

Ten finishes are available: 605 (Bright Brass), 606 (Satin Brass), 612 (Satin Bronze), 613 (Oil Rubbed Bronze), 619 (Satin Nickel), 622 (Powder-Coated Matte Black), 625 (Bright Chrome), 626 (Satin Chrome), 626AM (Satin Chrome Antimicrobial), and 643E (Aged Bronze). Finish must be specified at time of order. The FSIC core is not included and must be ordered and installed separately. The 03-232-8RO replaces the legacy 03-032-8RO part number.

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