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BEST Mechanical Hardware FAQs

This section is a for products that are not powered by batteries or wired to a power source. These products include but are not limited to: BEST Branded Mortise - Cylindrical - Tubular - Cores and Keys - Cylinders - Levers - Padlocks - Service Equipment - Miscellaneous

  • 6K FAQs
  • 40H FAQs
  • T Series Tubular Deadbolts FAQ's
  • 9K FAQs
  • Behavioral Health FAQs
  • 8K FAQs
  • 7KC FAQs
  • What kind of chassis does the 9K have?
  • Can the 9K lever be changed out from Non-IC to IC or vise versa?
  • How long does it take to install a 9K?
  • What is the part number for the wavy washer?
  • Can the "D" roses be ordered only for the 9K?
  • What does L (Non key retained) & T (key retained) mean?
  • I have a job that needs a corrosion resistant finish. What finish should I use?
  • Which padlocks meet UL 437 compliance?
  • Can I order a colored padlock without the clevis?
  • Can I use my new 6K replacement parts with the old 6K?
  • What size(s) padlock can I get the shrouded option added on?
  • What is the part # for the Throw member/spacer on the 6K?
  • What knobs / roses are available to order separate on the 6K?
  • I have a job that needs a corrosion resistant finish. What finish should I use?
  • What is the difference between the 6K and the 7KC latch?
  • Can I get a narrow or wide faced option on the latch?
  • What is the part number for the 7KC Throw member/spacer?
  • What levers / roses are available to order separate on the 7KC?
  • Can I get a lever return spring for the 7KC?
  • Is the 7K lock the same as the 7KC model, and are the parts interchangeable and do they have the same door preparation?
  • Can we do a 2 3/8" backset?
  • What are the min / max thicknesses we can do with the 8K?
  • What is the part number for the throw member/spacer on the 8K?
  • What parts are available for the 8K?
  • Does the 9K come with a 2 3/8" back set?
  • What is the min/max door thickness for the 9K.
  • What is the part number # for the 9K throw member/spacer?
  • Can I get repair parts for the 9K?
  • Do you have a visual indicator for the 9K?
  • Do you have an extended lip option?
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