The Schlage 03-237-SPA is the OEM Sparta Lever factory prepared for the Medeco 6-pin Large Format Interchangeable Core (LFIC / J-MED), for the Schlage AD Series, CO Series, ALX Series, ND Series, and NDE Series cylindrical locks, documented in five official Schlage Service Manuals including the NDE Series. Per the SecurityParts.com product page: "The Schlage 03-237-SPA Sparta Lever is an OEM replacement lever trim prepped for a Medeco Large Format Interchangeable Core (LFIC)." Supplied less cylinder. Standard non-tactile Sparta lever. Non-handed. Available (3-4 weeks).

Two Legacy Part Numbers Replaced by the 03-237-SPA

The 03-237-SPA replaces two legacy part numbers, as confirmed on the SecurityParts.com product page under "Original Part#."

• 09-388-SPA: Original part number covering both cylindrical lock and mortise lock outside trim applications using the Sparta Medeco LFIC lever.
• 03-388-SPA: Original part number for exit device outside trim applications.

Any maintenance record or specification referencing 09-388-SPA (cylindrical or mortise) or 03-388-SPA (exit device) maps to the 03-237-SPA as the current OEM replacement.

03-237-SPA vs 03-237-ATH and 03-237-RHO: Availability and Profile

The 03-237-SPA, 03-237-ATH (Athens Lever, Medeco LFIC Prep), and 03-237-RHO (Rhodes Lever, Medeco LFIC Prep) are all standard non-tactile levers in the 03-237 Medeco LFIC format. All three share the same price, the same five Service Manuals including NDE Series, and the same two-legacy-number structure. The 03-237-SPA uses the Sparta lever design. One key operational difference: the 03-237-ATH and 03-237-RHO are confirmed In Stock on SecurityParts.com. The 03-237-SPA is confirmed as Available (3-4 weeks) per the product page.

Medeco LFIC: The J-MED Core and Why Standard Cylinders Cannot Be Substituted

Per the SecurityParts.com FAQ for this product: "The Schlage 03-237-SPA is a genuine OEM Sparta-style exterior replacement lever handle designed to accept a 6-pin Medeco Large Format Interchangeable Core (LFIC / J-MED)." The FAQ also confirms: "This lever is uniquely milled to fit the distinct physical shell dimensions, depth tolerances, and locking lug paths of a Medeco LFIC cylinder casing." Standard Schlage KIL cylinders or Schlage full-size cores cannot be installed in this lever. A compatible Medeco 6-pin LFIC (J-MED) core must be sourced separately and installed in the field.

Five-Series Coverage and Finishes

The 03-237-SPA is compatible with Schlage AD Series, CO Series, ALX Series, ND Series, and NDE Series. Per the FAQ: "This premium OEM component features Schlage's universal architectural trim engineering, enabling it to fit seamlessly onto AD Series, CO Series, ALX Series, and ND Series chassis configurations." Ten finishes are listed: 605 (Bright Brass), 606 (Satin Brass), 612 (Satin Bronze), 613 (Oil Rubbed Bronze), 619 (Satin Nickel), 622 (Matte Black), 625 (Bright Chrome), 626 (Satin Chrome), 626AM (Satin Chrome Antimicrobial), and 643E (Aged Bronze). All finishes are currently not available. Finish must be specified at time of order. Contact SecurityParts.com for current finish availability.

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