EMTEK Tubular Pocket Door Lock - Round Passage

The EMTEK Tubular Pocket Door Lock (Model 2144) solves the standard door prep compatibility problem that plagues pocket door hardware. With its fixed 2-3/8 inch backset and brass construction, it fits the same bore holes drilled for regular interior locksets. Skip it if you need a different backset — this model only works with 2-3/8 inches.

Technical Specifications & Build Quality

The round trim measures 2-1/2 inches in diameter. The lock requires a 2-1/8 inch face bore and 1 inch edge bore — standard tubular door prep that any contractor already knows. It fits doors from 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inches thick.

Specification	Value
Diameter	2-1/2 inches (64 mm)
Backset	2-3/8 inches (Fixed)
Face Bore	2-1/8 inches
Edge Bore	1 inch
Door Thickness	1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inches
Finish Options	7 finishes available

The all-metal housing separates this from the plastic junk. Brass trim construction handles daily use without breaking. The casted nose bolt operates smoothly — no stamped metal parts that bend after six months.

Seven finish options cover everything from rustic Montana cabins to modern builds: Satin Brass (US4), Satin Nickel (US15), Flat Black (US19), French Antique (US7), Polished Chrome (US26), Pewter (US15A), and Oil Rubbed Bronze (US10B). That’s more choices than most pocket door hardware offers.

Installation & Applications

Standard tubular door prep makes this DIY-friendly. No special tools required. The set includes screws and strike plate for straightforward mounting. Remember — it requires that 2-3/8 inch backset. Measure twice.

The built-in pop-out edge pull mechanism lets you retrieve the door from the pocket without digging your fingers behind it. Small detail that matters when you’re opening and closing these doors daily.

This passage function works for closets, utility room doors, room dividers, and non-locking double pocket doors. It’s designed for sliding pocket doors specifically — not for standard swing doors.

Tubular locks like this 2144 model install easier than mortise locks. Mortise locks require cutting a deep rectangular pocket into the door edge and offer heavier-duty mechanics, but for residential passage doors, that’s overkill. Contractors view these as high-quality, premium hardware suitable for residential use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s included with the EMTEK pocket door lock? The set includes Round Flush Pulls (Interior and Exterior), Passage Latch/Nose Bolt, Strike Plate, Pop-out Edge Pull, and Mounting Screws.

Is a different backset size available? No. This model comes with a fixed 2-3/8 inch backset only. If you need 2-3/4 inches or another size, look elsewhere.

Does this lock? No. This is a passage function — it latches but doesn’t lock. Perfect for closets and room dividers where you don’t need security.

What’s the warranty? Emtek products typically carry a Limited Lifetime Mechanical Warranty and a 5-Year Finish Warranty for standard residential use. Retailers offer 30-60 day return windows.

Will this work on an existing pocket door? If your door has standard 2-1/8 inch face bore and 1 inch edge bore prep, and is between 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inches thick, yes. Just confirm you have a 2-3/8 inch backset.