The Schlage 03-232-8SP is the OEM Sparta Tactile FSIC Lever Less Core for the Schlage ALX Series, ND Series, CO Series, and AD Series cylindrical locks, documented in four official Schlage Service Manuals: ALX, ND, AD, and CO Series. It is the Sparta 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 03-032-8SP. Available (3-4 weeks).

Sparta Tactile FSIC Lever: Profile and Format

Per the SecurityParts.com product page, the 03-232-8SP "accommodates Full Size Interchangeable Core (FSIC) cylinder insertion, provides manual latch retraction, and features tactile safety feedback." It is a genuine OEM tactile Sparta-style exterior lever less core designed for Schlage commercial electronic and mechanical locksets utilizing a Schlage FSIC cylinder.

The Sparta lever uses a clean contemporary horizontal profile that is distinct from the Athens, Rhodes, Tubular, and Omega designs in the Schlage ND and ALX Series catalog. When a building project uses Sparta levers as the established profile standard and specific doors require an FSIC format with the tactile designation, the 03-232-8SP maintains visual consistency at those positions while meeting the FSIC key system and tactile requirements simultaneously.

03-232-8SP vs 03-232-8RO: Service Manual Coverage Comparison

Both the 03-232-8SP (Sparta Tactile FSIC) and the 03-232-8RO (Rhodes Tactile FSIC) use the same FSIC format and cover the same Vandlgard and specialty ND Series functions. A key difference between them is the Service Manual documentation. The 03-232-8SP is documented in four Service Manuals: ALX, ND, AD, and CO. The 03-232-8RO is documented in two Service Manuals: ALX and ND only. When the AD or CO Series manual coverage is required for a specific installation, the 03-232-8SP has broader documented compatibility than the 03-232-8RO. The 03-232-8AT (Athens Tactile FSIC) also has four Service Manuals and matches the 03-232-8SP in that respect, differing only in lever profile design.

ND Series Vandlgard and Specialty Function Coverage

The 03-232-8SP 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

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 separately. The 03-232-8SP replaces the legacy 03-032-8SP part number.

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