Sargent 12-8715-J-ETL-96 Fire Rated Surface Vertical Rod Exit Device, Passage Function, ET Control, L Lever, 37-42 Inch Door, 96 Inch Door Height, Less Dogging

The Sargent 12-8715-J-ETL-96 is a fire rated surface vertical rod exit device built for heavy-duty commercial openings measuring 37 to 42 inches wide and up to 96 inches in height. Configured for passage function with ET lever trim and the L lever design, it allows free entry and exit without latching the outside trim, making it ideal for busy corridors and public-access doors. As a fire rated unit, it ships less dogging to meet life-safety code requirements. The 8700 series is engineered for durability and smooth daily operation, delivering the reliable, code-compliant performance commercial buildings demand.

Features

• Fire rated surface vertical rod exit device suited for fire-rated door assemblies.
• Passage function provides free operation from both sides without locking the exterior trim.
• ET control with L lever design for comfortable, ADA-friendly entry.
• Sized for doors 37 to 42 inches wide and 96 inches in height.
• Less dogging as required for fire-rated applications.
• Part of Sargent's rugged 8700 series exit device line.

Functional Details

The passage function allows the latch to be retracted by the exterior lever at all times, providing continuous free passage while the device still latches for positive door closure on fire-rated openings.

• Passage function - exterior lever always unlocked, latchbolt retracted by trim.

Arm Type Details

This is a surface-mounted vertical rod configuration, with top and bottom rods engaging strikes at the head and sill of the frame. Depressing the push bar simultaneously retracts both latch points, allowing the door to swing freely while maintaining secure two-point latching when closed.

Included Components

The device ships with the surface vertical rod chassis, ET trim with L lever, top and bottom latch assemblies, strikes, and standard mounting hardware.