Sargent 12-56-8874-J-ETJ-12V Electrified Fire Rated Rim Exit Device, Electric Latch Retraction, Fail Secure Power Off Locks Lever, No Cylinder, For 37-42 Inch Width Door, Less Dogging

The Sargent 12-56-8874-J-ETJ-12V is a fire rated rim exit device built for high-traffic commercial openings that demand reliable access control. Featuring electric latch retraction with a fail secure design, this device keeps the lever locked when power is lost, maintaining security during outages or emergencies. It fits doors ranging from 37 to 42 inches wide and ships without a cylinder, giving you the flexibility to pair it with your preferred keying. The unit operates on 12V and includes the J escutcheon trim with ETJ lever, making it a dependable choice for schools, hospitals, and office buildings where controlled egress and durable performance matter.

Features

• Fire rated rim exit device suitable for labeled door openings requiring panic hardware.
• Electric latch retraction allows remote unlocking and momentary free access.
• Fail secure operation keeps the lever locked when power is removed for added security.
• Sized for doors measuring 37 to 42 inches in width.
• Supplied less cylinder so you can match your existing keying system.
• Less dogging configuration, appropriate for fire rated applications.
• ETJ lever trim with J escutcheon for a clean, functional appearance.
• Operates on 12V power for compatibility with common access control setups.

Functional Details

The 56 electric latch retraction function uses a motor to retract the latch electrically, allowing the door to be pushed or pulled open without operating the pushpad. With the fail secure 8874 configuration, removing power locks the outside lever, requiring a key or valid credential for entry while free egress is always maintained from the inside.

• Electric latch retraction (EL) retracts the latch bolt electrically.
• Fail secure: power off locks the outside lever.
• Free egress at all times from the egress side.

Included Components

This device includes the rim exit device chassis, the ETJ lever trim with J escutcheon, and the 12V electric latch retraction module. A cylinder is not included and must be ordered separately.