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Steel lever spindle, 5/16 inch square by 2-1/4 inch long

Progressive Hardware Co., Inc.

Progressive Hardware Co., Inc. AW45-2-1/4 Lever Spindle 5/16" Square x 2-1/4" Long door lock

SKU CH-66Q1-3XTWS MPN AW45-2-1/4

Steel lever spindle measuring 5/16" square by 2-1/4" long replaces Arrow #12-386-2 1/4

  • Sold asEach
  • Product typeSpindle
  • Steel construction resists wear for long service life
  • 5/16" square profile fits standard lever lock mechanisms
  • 2-1/4" length matches common door thickness requirements
  • 1/8" cross-hole secures lever handle with set screw
  • Direct replacement for Arrow #12-386-2 1/4 and #17-386-2 1/4

Steel lever spindle replacement

This 5/16" square steel spindle measures 2-1/4" long and includes a 1/8" hole for set-screw retention. It is manufactured by Progressive Hardware as a direct replacement for Arrow #12-386-2 1/4 and Arrow #17-386-2 1/4 lever handles. The part is sold individually in new condition.

Fits lever handles needing this exact square

Installers repairing Arrow lever sets that specify a 5/16" square by 2-1/4" spindle will find the correct fit here. Builders whose hardware calls for a different square dimension, a longer or shorter spindle, or a threaded instead of drilled shaft should look at other parts.

5/16" square by 2-1/4" length is the deciding

Match both the square cross-section and the overall length to the original spindle before ordering. If the existing hardware requires any other square size or a different overall length, this spindle will not operate the latch correctly.

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Price $34.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameProgressive Hardware Co., Inc.
Model nameAW45-2-1/4
Product typeSpindle

Questions about this item

How do I install the 5/16" square spindle into the lever and what step is often missed?

Slide the spindle through the latch hub, align the 1/8" hole with the lever set-screw, then tighten the set-screw firmly; the step often missed is confirming the lever rotates freely after tightening.

What maintenance will this steel spindle need over time?

Apply a drop of light machine oil to the spindle ends once a year to prevent binding; no other maintenance is required unless the lever set-screw loosens.

What limit appears first when the spindle is used heavily on a high-traffic door?

The 1/8" cross-hole can elongate under repeated torque, causing the lever to wobble; at that point the spindle must be replaced.

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